Lincoln Nautilus Recommended Maintenance

The beautiful nautilus shell is a rare pleasure that few get to enjoy—especially in the quiet, inland towns of Flushing, Flint, or Swartz Creek, Michigan. You can, however, enjoy a sense of timeless natural elegance that’s just as captivating every time you take a drive in your Lincoln Nautilus.

To preserve the charm and performance of this SUV for as long as possible, understand when to have your Lincoln Nautilus recommended maintenance done. At LaFontaine Lincoln, our service center specialists can help keep your vehicle in top shape so you can get around to the people and activities that matter to you most.

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Give Your Lincoln Nautilus Regular Check-Ups

Our pros are here whenever you need them for routine maintenance and repairs, but there are ways that you can help ensure the health of your vehicle just by keeping an attentive eye on a few things. Each month, you should take a few moments to check the:

• Engine oil level
• Interior and exterior lights
• Tire pressure and tread level
• Washer fluid level

If your oil level is low, this could lead to engine slowing or overheating. Awareness of a low oil level could prompt you to simply purchase some extra oil to tide you over until you can bring the vehicle in to us, saving you major potential issues.

Also, a little consideration with your tires can help you see when your tire treads may be dangerously low, and help to prevent skidding hazards.

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Stay Current with Periodic Vehicle Care

Besides your small monthly inspections, there are regular intervals at which you should have the more involved work done for your vehicle’s other systems.

Every Six Months

The 6-month mark is a great time to have the following done:

• Check and clean battery connections
• Check washer fluid operation
• Replace windshield wiper blades

Every Three Years

Every three years, you should have your brake fluid changed. This fluid helps to regulate the pressure that’s transferred from the brake pedal to your wheels whenever you engage the brake system.

Having fresh brake fluid installed will help your brakes to operate at maximum capacity. When this fluid is low, you may notice that you aren’t able to brake as easily, or your brakes have a bouncy or spongy feel. Have your brake system checked right away to restore your brake functionality and safety.

7,500-10,000 Miles

Conventional wisdom used to say that you should have your oil changed every 3,000-5,000 miles. However, with the advancement of modern engines and oils, it’s now recommended that you have an oil change every 7,500 miles. At 7,500-10,000 miles, you’ll also want to have the following done:

• Tire rotations
• Brake pads, rotors, and hoses check and replacement

30,000 Miles

30,000 miles is when you’ll want to have your engine air filter replaced. This filter helps to prevent contaminants from entering your engine. A clogged filter can lead to several problems including decreased gas mileage, misfires, and a lower engine power.

200,000 Miles

Once you’ve driven 200,000 miles, it’ll be time to change the engine coolant—also known as antifreeze. In extreme temperatures, you’ll want this fluid operating at maximum capacity to ensure your engine can still perform well.

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Let Us Help with Your Lincoln Nautilus Recommended Maintenance

These are some of the Lincoln Nautilus Recommended Maintenance schedules for normal driving without excessive travel in harsh temps or over tough terrain. If you’d like specific suggestions for regular travel under more rugged conditions, contact us at LaFontaine Lincoln for maintenance routine suggestions.

Our service experts can answer your questions and help keep your car healthy on the roads around Flushing, Flint, and Swartz Creek, MI. Call us to schedule your maintenance today!