Keeping your hybrid or fully electric car in tip-top condition requires understanding the nuances of electric car care, which are in some ways similar and in other ways very different from the maintenance required for regular gas guzzlers. Read on to learn six vital Lincoln EV maintenance tips, all of which you can have promptly carried out at your local Lincoln dealership.
Essential Care for Lincoln’s Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
Neither Over nor Undercharge Your Battery
The battery pack is the beating heart of your electric vehicle and should be carefully cared for. Either over and undercharging an EV’s or hybrid’s battery can accelerate degradation and shorten its lifespan.
It’s therefore advisable to keep your battery more than 20% charged at all times. If it falls below 20%, don’t leave it undercharged for a prolonged period. Conversely, keeping your battery fully charged at 100% also accelerates deterioration. It’s best to keep it under 80% charged most of the time; between 20% and 80% is the sweet spot.
Protect Your Battery From Extreme Heat
Our sweltering Texan summers can cause harm to the battery of an unwary EV or hybrid owner. Combat the heat by keeping your vehicle’s battery-cooling system in great shape with regular inspections by a trusted technician.
Also, avoid parking under direct sunlight; always park under shade or in a garage. Extreme cold can similarly damage the performance of your car’s battery, but this is less likely to be a problem in the Lone Star State.
Maintain Your Tires With Regular Rotations
The tires of any car, including EVs and hybrids, are crucial for performance and safety. Inspect the air pressure inside each tire once a month or more while also looking out for signs of damage to the rubber.
All car tires tend to wear down unevenly. This should be countered with routine tire rotations at your local dealership; twice a year is suitable for most drivers. If the treads of your tiers reach 2/32 of an inch, get them replaced at once.
Have Regular Brake Inspections and Replacements
The impressive acceleration in any Lincoln EV or hybrid is matched with equally powerful brakes. Ensure your brakes remain in excellent shape with biannual brake inspections. And if any brake components start to wear out, have them replaced without delay.
Follow a Routine Lincoln EV Maintenance Schedule
You can avoid the risk of forgetting about one of these essential maintenance tasks by booking routine services with us. Whenever it’s time for a service, our courteous technicians can politely remind you, ensuring your car always receives optimal care.
Visit West Point Lincoln of Sugar Land in Houston, TX, today to have your EV or hybrid serviced by experienced professionals. We’re a local full-service dealership providing a convenient one-stop shop for all your Lincoln-related needs.
Connect with us
