Press Releases April is National Car Care Month Auburn Hills, MI (April 16, 2010)—With the summer driving season coming up, spring is the time to spring for vehicle maintenance. "Preventative maintenance is the key to maintaining optimum performance for your vehicle," said Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO – Mopar® Service, Parts and Customer Care, Chrysler Group LLC. Mopar is Chrysler Group LLC's service, parts and customer-care brand. "Simple routine maintenance is the way to avoid future costly repairs and keep your vehicle on the road longer," said Gorlier. "And for your car, it's important to stick with the specialists. For our Ram, Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep® vehicles, we highly recommend that all general maintenance and repairs are done by qualified, factory-trained technicians in our dealerships." Learn More >   Six Mopar Maintenance Tips Mopar, Chrysler Group's service, parts and customer-care brand, recommends six simple maintenance actions to take this spring. In addition to these tips, drivers should always follow the recommended maintenance schedule in their specific vehicle's owner's manual. • Check Tires Air pressure should be checked on all tires including the spare. Tread and sidewall areas should be inspected for uneven or irregular wear and tires should be replaced if worn or damaged. A wide assortment of brand-name tires is available from Mopar, including B.F. Goodrich, Bridgestone,Continental, Dunlop, Firestone, General, Goodyear, Hankook, Kelly, Kumho, Michelin, Uniroyal and Yokohama. • Check Fluid Levels After a long cold winter, engine oil should be changed. All vehicle fluids and lubricants should be checked regularly and changed at recommended intervals. A good fuel filter traps contaminants before they reach the engine. For diesel engines, Mopar offers a 7-micron diesel fuel filter to keep water from contaminating injector pumps and fuel injectors. • Check Engine Belts and Hoses Take a proactive approach to prevent a breakdown or serious engine damage by replacing belts and hoses at recommended intervals. Authentic Mopar belts and hoses undergo rigorous testing to ensure they meet stringent quality standards and offer precision fit, optimal service life and original- equipment performance. • Change Air Filter Engines need to breathe. Restrict the supply of air and they won't work as well as they should--something that's usually reflected in higher fuel consumption. A new air filter will allow clean, unrestricted air flow into the engine and help ensure proper performance and longer life. • Check Battery Whether it's the first start up in the morning or having the reserve power to run the air conditioning and other accessories, the battery is a critical source. Drivers should have batteries tested and replaced if necessary. • Check Wiper Blades For optimal visibility and quiet operation, Mopar all-season wiper blades are built for the long haul and feature a strong, all-metal superstructure for durable, reliable performance. An innovative wear indicator gradually turns from black to green to yellow as the blades wear. Service Specials Mopar is currently offering featured service specials just in time for spring and summer driving seasons including: * 10 percent discounts on various repair services * Engine oil and filter change, new air filter and 16-point vehicle checkup * Engine oil and filter change, tire rotation along with a 23-point vehicle checkup and Value Line brake pads/shoes Rebates To help smooth out a vehicle's ride and handling after battling winter-weather elements, Mopar is offering rebates on select Goodyear tires (up to $70 per set of four), Value Line shocks ($10 per pair) and Value Line struts ($20 per pair). Thomson Chrysler Dodge Jeep is an authorized Chrysler Vehicle Warranty and Full Service dealership providing customers with outstanding service for over 15 years. To schedule a free Spring World Class Inspection, call 706-597-0062 or visit us online at www.jeepcheap.com/service_department. # # #