Preventive maintenance

Tiny
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  • 2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE
  • 1.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 7,000 MILES
I drive very little, just short trips to stores, doctors, etc. My question concerns whether I should get a new battery and change coolant. Both are 4 years old. I don't want a big "surprise" in the middle of winter. Any help is appreciated.
Wednesday, October 27th, 2021 AT 12:45 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

With only 7,000 miles there are not too many maintenances you will have to do.
The battery might be a good idea to change since it is 4 years old. Then again if the battery tested good and holding charge, might not be necessary. If the vehicle sits for extended period of time, it might be a good idea to keep a trickle charger at battery maintenance mode, this way you don't get any surprises on a cold morning.

Unless you have sludge buildup in the coolant, I don't see why you will need to change the coolant at this mileage.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-car-battery
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Wednesday, October 27th, 2021 AT 1:17 PM

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