Keep Your 2024 Subaru Ascent in Peak Condition With Our Recommended Maintenance Schedule

At our Hiley Subaru of Fort Worth dealership, we recognize that your 2024 Subaru Ascent is essential for your daily life and family outings. Regular maintenance is critical to ensuring your Ascent performs safely and efficiently for years to come. By following our detailed maintenance schedule designed specifically for the 2024 Ascent, you’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing that your vehicle is cared for by professionals who understand your Subaru inside and out.

Initial Service: Six Months or 6,000 Miles

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The first maintenance milestone for the 2024 Subaru Ascent occurs at either six months or 6,000 miles, whichever comes first. This service includes an oil change, which is vital for keeping your engine lubricated, reducing friction, and preventing overheating. Fresh oil helps the engine run smoothly, improves fuel efficiency, and extends its life span.

Tire rotation is also essential during this service. It helps distribute tread wear evenly across all four tires, extending their longevity and improving your vehicle’s handling and safety. Regular tire rotations can reduce the risk of blowouts and help you maintain optimal traction on the road.

As part of the initial service, our technicians check your car’s fluid levels and condition, including the brake fluid, coolant, transmission fluid, and windshield washer fluid. It’s crucial to ensure that these fluids are at the proper levels and contaminant-free to maintain your Ascent’s performance. For instance, clean brake fluid is necessary for responsive braking, and adequate coolant levels help prevent engine overheating. Regular checks help technicians identify potential issues early, saving you from costly repairs in the future.

Annual Service: 12 Months or 12,000 Miles

Major Service: 24 Months or 24,000 Miles

One key maintenance task at the 24-month or 24,000-mile mark is inspecting the brake pads. Brake pads wear down over time, and driving with worn-out pads can compromise your vehicle’s braking efficiency and safety. Our technicians will assess the condition of your brake pads and replace them if necessary, ensuring your Ascent continues to provide reliable stopping power.

Your vehicle’s battery is another critical component that needs attention. We’ll test the battery at this service interval to ensure it holds a charge well. A weak battery can lead to unexpected failures, leaving you stranded. Regular battery checks can prevent such inconveniences and ensure your car starts reliably every time.

Comprehensive Check: 36 Months or 36,000 Miles

When your vehicle reaches 36 months or 36,000 miles, it’s important to replace the spark plugs if necessary. Spark plugs are crucial for igniting the air-fuel mixture in the engine. Over time, they can wear out, causing misfires and reduced engine performance. Replacing them will ensure proper fuel combustion, smooth engine operation, and improved fuel efficiency.

Another necessary task at this point is to service the cooling system. This includes flushing and refilling the coolant to prevent overheating and engine damage. The cooling system is essential for regulating the engine’s temperature. Over time, the coolant can become contaminated or less effective. Regular servicing will ensure the cooling system works properly, protecting your engine from overheating, which is especially necessary for those scorching Forth Worth, Texas, summers.

Ongoing Maintenance: Every Subsequent Year or 12,000 Miles

Your 2024 Subaru Ascent’s excellent performance depends on sticking to a regular service schedule. We suggest maintenance visits yearly or at 12,000-mile intervals, whichever comes first. These visits involve oil replacements, tire rotations, and thorough examinations of your brakes, fluids, and filters.

As your Ascent reaches the 60,000-mile milestone, it requires specialized attention. This critical service includes a complete vehicle inspection, computer system check, and fixing any factory-related problems. Our skilled mechanics will change your oil for new synthetic, clean the power steering system, and replace the differential fluid. They’ll also install new front wiper blades, engine and cabin air filters, and spark plugs.

The 120,000-mile service resembles its 60,000-mile counterpart but focuses on parts showing wear. Sticking to this maintenance schedule is a smart move. It keeps your SUV running well, saves fuel, and maintains its worth if you sell it.