Schedule Your Fall Maintenance Check-Up Today
The days are getting shorter, the air is crisp, and the leaves are beginning to fall. The first signs of winter are approaching, so it’s time to check your fall vehicle maintenance. Once the temperature drops, your vehicle’s performance can be affected. Follow this checklist to ensure you’re ready once the winter weather hits.
Check Your Heater & Defroster
You probably haven’t used your vehicle’s heater since last spring, so test that every vent is blowing hot air. Also, check your front and rear defroster to ensure they are working and venting heat. If it takes too long, consider servicing your heater and defroster systems. You’ll thank yourself in January.
Steering and Suspension
Schedule an appointment with our service department to review your steering system, suspension, and front-end alignment. We recommend getting this done at least once a year, and before winter sets in is always a good time.
Have Your Brakes Checked
If you notice anything wrong with your brakes, bring your vehicle in for a brake inspection. Brake pads will wear out over time, and you don’t want your brakes to fail when trying to stop in snowy conditions.
Check Your Tires
Your brakes are one of your vehicle’s most important parts; don’t take them for granted. Do your tires have noticeable wear? How’s your tire pressure? Changes in the weather cause tire pressure to fluctuate; if you’ve been putting off new tires, look at our specials. It’s easier than putting yourself and your family at risk this winter.
Refresh Your Winter Safety Kit
You probably already have a winter safety kit in your car but take a few minutes to check and make sure you have a space blanket, a few pairs of gloves, an ice scraper (two is better!), a first aid kit, some granola bars, and bottled water, at the very least.
Replace Windshield Wipers & Check Washer Fluid
Sun damage over the summer can cause windshield wipers to crack, so you should check them before lousy weather happens. Replace your windshield wipers and check your washer fluid to ensure you’re ready for winter. This is also an excellent time to inspect your windshield. If you notice any cracks or chips, call our team to have it checked.
Get Your Oil Changed
If you’re at your recommended oil change time (check your owner’s manual), change your oil. Old oil that needs to be changed will be even more sluggish due to the cold and contaminants. Pay attention to your oil change sensor and take advantage of our oil change specials today!
Check Engine Light
When your car’s Check Engine light is on, it means there is a problem with your vehicle. If you’ve been driving with the Check Engine light on, you should schedule an appointment with us to determine the issue. Don’t head into winter driving with an undiagnosed issue that could be a significant problem.
Check For Battery Problems
We put more demands on our cars in cold weather. What might have seemed like a little issue in the summertime could quickly result in a dead battery in the winter. If you notice your lights are dimmer or you hear an odd sound when you start your car, a low battery could be the cause.
Replace the Cabin Air Filter
A clogged cabin air filter can dramatically reduce airflow through your car’s heater, stressing the blower motor and the engine. Having the filter replaced at your next checkup will save you time and money in the long run.
Check All of Your Lights
This one’s easy. Just walk around your vehicle with your lights turned on. Check the headlights, taillights, parking lights, brake lights, and emergency flashers. If there are any broken bulbs, we can replace them at your next service appointment if you haven’t replaced them yourself. If they’re all working, make sure your lights are clean. You’ll feel a lot safer with better visibility this winter.
Give Your Car a Full Cleaning
Take your car to your local car wash and completely clean it inside and out. Make sure to vacuum the interior too. Taking care of your vehicle inside and out ensures you’ll get the most resale value if and when you sell or trade it in.
Regular maintenance gives your vehicle a longer life and helps you stay safer on the road. At Spitzer Autoworld DuBois, we understand and want your car to last as long as possible after you check out our service specials. Schedule service with us today.
We look forward to seeing you!
Fall Weekend Road Trip Ideas
The kids may return to school, but there’s still time to squeeze in a few weekend road trips. After servicing your vehicle, look at our list below for a few ideas. Fall isn’t just about seeing the leaves turn; there’s plenty to do around your area!
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$100 Tire Rebate
$100 rebate* on the purchase and installation of a set of four select tires
Eligible brands are Bridgestone, Continental, Goodyear and Hankook.
*Purchase and installation must be made at a participating U.S. GM dealer. See mycertifiedservicerebates.com for details and rebate form. Rebate must be submitted by 1/31/2025. Rebate will be issued as a Visa® Gift Card. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of gift card. Offer ends 12/31/2024.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
$100 Tire Rebate
$100 rebate* on the purchase and installation of a set of four select tiresExpires: December 31, 2024
Eligible brands are Bridgestone, Continental, Goodyear and Hankook.
$50 Tire Rebate
$50 rebate* on the purchase and installation of a set of four select tires
Eligible brands are BFGoodrich and Dunlop.
*Purchase and installation must be made at a participating U.S. GM dealer. See mycertifiedservicerebates.com for details and rebate form. Rebate must be submitted by 1/31/2025. Rebate will be issued as a Visa® Gift Card. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of gift card. Offer ends 12/31/2024.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
$50 Tire Rebate
$50 rebate* on the purchase and installation of a set of four select tiresExpires: December 31, 2024
Eligible brands are BFGoodrich and Dunlop.
$70 Tire Rebate
$70 rebate* on the purchase and installation of a set of four select tires
Eligible brands are Firestone, General and Michelin.
*Purchase and installation must be made at a participating U.S. GM dealer. See mycertifiedservicerebates.com for details and rebate form. Rebate must be submitted by 1/31/2025. Rebate will be issued as a Visa® Gift Card. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of gift card. Offer ends 12/31/2024.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
$70 Tire Rebate
$70 rebate* on the purchase and installation of a set of four select tiresExpires: December 31, 2024
Eligible brands are Firestone, General and Michelin.
Brake Rotor Rebate
Up to a $40 rebate* on the purchase and installation of four select brake rotors
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($10 rebate per rotor), ACDelco Gold ($7.50 rebate per rotor) or ACDelco Silver ($5 rebate per rotor).
*Purchase and installation must be made at a participating U.S. GM dealer. See mycertifiedservicerebates.com for details and rebate form. Rebate must be submitted by 1/31/2025. Limit four brake rotor rebates per VIN. Rebate will be issued as a Visa® Gift Card. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of gift card. Offer ends 12/31/2024.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Brake Rotor Rebate
Up to a $40 rebate* on the purchase and installation of four select brake rotorsExpires: December 31, 2024
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($10 rebate per rotor), ACDelco Gold ($7.50 rebate per rotor) or ACDelco Silver ($5 rebate per rotor).
Shock Rebate
Up to a $80 rebate* on the purchase and installation of four select shocks
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($20 rebate per shock), ACDelco Gold ($15 rebate per shock) or ACDelco Silver ($10 rebate per shock).
*Purchase and installation must be made at a participating U.S. GM dealer. See mycertifiedservicerebates.com for details and rebate form. Rebate must be submitted by 1/31/2025. Limit four shock rebates per VIN. Rebate will be issued as a Visa® Gift Card. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of gift card. Offer ends 12/31/2024.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Shock Rebate
Up to a $80 rebate* on the purchase and installation of four select shocksExpires: December 31, 2024
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($20 rebate per shock), ACDelco Gold ($15 rebate per shock) or ACDelco Silver ($10 rebate per shock).
Strut Rebate
Up to a $80 rebate* on the purchase and installation of four select struts
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($20 rebate per strut) or ACDelco Gold ($15 rebate per strut).
*Purchase and installation must be made at a participating U.S. GM dealer. See mycertifiedservicerebates.com for details and rebate form. Rebate must be submitted by 1/31/2025. Limit four strut rebates per VIN. Rebate will be issued as a Visa® Gift Card. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of gift card. Offer ends 12/31/2024.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Strut Rebate
Up to a $80 rebate* on the purchase and installation of four select strutsExpires: December 31, 2024
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($20 rebate per strut) or ACDelco Gold ($15 rebate per strut).
$120 Tire Rebate
$120 rebate* on the purchase and installation of a set of four tires from Pirelli
*Purchase and installation must be made at a participating U.S. GM dealer. See mycertifiedservicerebates.com for details and rebate form. Rebate must be submitted by 1/31/2025. Rebate will be issued as a Visa® Gift Card. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of gift card. Offer ends 12/31/2024.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
$120 Tire Rebate
$120 rebate* on the purchase and installation of a set of four tires from PirelliExpires: December 31, 2024
Brake Pad Rebate
Up to a $40 rebate* on the purchase and installation of select front and rear brake pads
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($20 rebate per brake pad set), ACDelco Gold ($15 rebate per brake pad set) or ACDelco Silver ($10 rebate per brake pad set).
*Purchase and installation must be made at a participating U.S. GM dealer. See mycertifiedservicerebates.com for details and rebate form. Rebate must be submitted by 1/31/2025. Limit two brake pad rebates per VIN (one per axle). Rebate will be issued as a Visa® Gift Card. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of gift card. Offer ends 12/31/2024.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Brake Pad Rebate
Up to a $40 rebate* on the purchase and installation of select front and rear brake padsExpires: December 31, 2024
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($20 rebate per brake pad set), ACDelco Gold ($15 rebate per brake pad set) or ACDelco Silver ($10 rebate per brake pad set).
6-Quart ACDelco GM OE dexos1® Full Synthetic Oil Change and Tire Rotation on most vehicles
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
6-Quart ACDelco GM OE dexos1® Full Synthetic Oil Change and Tire Rotation on most vehicles
6-Quart ACDelco GM OE dexos1® Full Synthetic Oil Change and Tire Rotation on most vehicles*
*Tire balancing, tax, and more than 6 quarts of oil extra. Excludes diesel engines and Corvettes. See owner's manual for specific oil grades recommended by vehicle model.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
6-Quart ACDelco GM OE dexos1® Full Synthetic Oil Change and Tire Rotation on most vehicles*
Expires: January 3, 2025
8-Quart ACDelco GM OE dexos1® Full Synthetic Oil Change and Tire Rotation on most vehicles*
*Tire balancing, tax, and more than 8 quarts of oil extra. Excludes diesel engines and Corvettes. See owner's manual for specific oil grades recommended by vehicle model.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
8-Quart ACDelco GM OE dexos1® Full Synthetic Oil Change and Tire Rotation on most vehicles*
Expires: January 3, 2025
Most ACDelco Silver Front Brake Pads Installed*
12 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
*Installation and rotor inspection included. Turning or replacing rotors, all other services, and tax extra. Excludes enhanced-performance brake pads and some vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Most ACDelco Silver Front Brake Pads Installed*
12 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
Most ACDelco Gold Front Brake Pads Installed*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
*Installation and rotor inspection included. Turning or replacing rotors, all other services, and tax extra. Excludes enhanced-performance brake pads and some vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Most ACDelco Gold Front Brake Pads Installed*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
ACDelco Silver Front Brake Rotors installed on most cars & small SUVs*
12 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
*Tax extra. Excludes coated rotors, enhanced-performance rotors, medium-duty trucks, and other select vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
ACDelco Silver Front Brake Rotors installed on most cars & small SUVs*
12 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
ACDelco Gold Front Brake Rotors installed on most cars & small SUVs*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
*Tax extra. Excludes coated rotors, enhanced-performance rotors, medium-duty trucks, and other select vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
ACDelco Gold Front Brake Rotors installed on most cars & small SUVs*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
ACDelco Silver Front Brake Rotors installed on most trucks and full-size SUVs*
12 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
*Tax extra. Excludes coated rotors, enhanced-performance rotors, medium-duty trucks, and other select vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
ACDelco Silver Front Brake Rotors installed on most trucks and full-size SUVs*
12 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
ACDelco Gold Front Brake Rotors installed on most trucks and full-size SUVs*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
*Tax extra. Excludes coated rotors, enhanced-performance rotors, medium-duty trucks, and other select vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
ACDelco Gold Front Brake Rotors installed on most trucks and full-size SUVs*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
Most ACDelco Gold 30-Mo Batteries Installed*
30-month free-replacement limited warranty**
*Tax extra. Installation extra on some vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about exclusions and the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Most ACDelco Gold 30-Mo Batteries Installed*
30-month free-replacement limited warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
Most ACDelco Gold 42-Mo Batteries Installed*
42-month free-replacement limited warranty**
*Tax extra. Installation extra on some vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about exclusions and the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Most ACDelco Gold 42-Mo Batteries Installed*
42-month free-replacement limited warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
Most ACDelco Gold 36-Mo AGM Batteries Installed*
36-month free-replacement limited warranty**
*Tax extra. Installation extra on some vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about exclusions and the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Most ACDelco Gold 36-Mo AGM Batteries Installed*
36-month free-replacement limited warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
Most ACDelco Gold 36-Mo AGM Batteries Installed*
36-month free-replacement limited warranty**
*Tax extra. Installation extra on some vehicles. **Please see your Dealer to learn more about exclusions and the warranty part details and qualifications.
1891 Blinker Parkway, Dubois, PA
Service: (814) 913-0077
Most ACDelco Gold 36-Mo AGM Batteries Installed*
36-month free-replacement limited warranty**Expires: January 3, 2025
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