Maintenance Tips for Your Unused Vehicle in Sandusky, OH

Maintenance Tips for Your Unused Vehicle in Sandusky, OH

If you’ve suddenly found yourself not using your Kia K5 very often, you still need to stick to a certain routine to ensure it doesn’t fall into disrepair. Let us elaborate on the maintenance tips for your unused car, and how our Service Department at Halleen Kia of Sandusky can help keep the vehicle ready for future uses. 

Properly Storing Your Kia 

A significant portion of helping your Kia stay ready for action involves making sure it’s in a safe space. The weather in Sandusky can be very damaging, especially during the winter. That’s why your first order of business should be parking the vehicle in a garage or other building. Doing so will reduce the direct damage to the car caused by sunlight, moisture, and cold temperatures. In some cases, this can save you from having to purchase new tires and a fresh battery when you start using the car for traveling once again. If storing your car inside of a structure is not possible, then you may wish to get a car cover suitable for this region. If you have questions about such items, then consult our Parts Department. 

Taking Your Car for a Drive

The longer you let your car stay at rest without riding it around, the more difficult it will be to operate it in the future. That’s why it’s crucial for you to drive your car at least every two weeks to inhibit the degradation of various parts. Your Kia Telluride’s tires will certainly benefit from moving since they can warp out of shape and suffer damage from not turning, eventually necessitating a new pair from our Tire Center. Another reason to drive this vehicle every so often is to ensure the battery doesn’t lose its charge. When you travel in a car, the alternator refreshes the power level of that component. If the vehicle sits too long, then it may struggle to start when you really need it for a day of excitement at Shoreline Park. This is especially true in the winter months when the cold weather drains the energy even quicker. 

Maintaining Your Kia Model

Even if your car is being stored, it’s important to maintain the correct maintenance schedule. While the oil in your Kia Carnival is not going to degrade as fast as it would if the vehicle was driven regularly, it will break down with time alone. The same goes for other fluids in the brake, transmission, and windshield wiper systems. Most importantly, the gasoline that you have in your car’s tank cannot sit in there indefinitely and still be effective. You should also regularly inspect any rubber pieces, like your tires. If you see cracks forming or the shape becoming distorted, then you need to take action. Should you require help getting your Kia back in shape to take you to Rather Field, set up an appointment and bring in your vehicle. 

 

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I highly recommend the VIP program!

Carrie S.
11-26-2018
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Outstanding service. No pressure. Reasonable prices. I will buy more cars here in the future. I highly recommend the VIP program!

Really recommend to stop in there!

David J
11-2-2018
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Salesman Travis was excellent & business manager Richard very knowledgeable. Great service. David and Patrick Halleen are class acts. Really recommend to stop in there and just see what I mean. Thanks everyone who helped me and my family.

Marla was exceptional!!

Sonya T.
11-3-2018
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Marla was exceptional!! She was patient, understanding and worked diligently in the best interest of my mother. It was a pleasure working with her and I would recommend anyone that wants to purchase a Kia to go see Marla. We couldn't have asked for better customer service, genuine interest in our needs, and a more friendly person. Great work, Marla!! You are very much appreciated.

This place is awesome.

Scott K.
12-1-2018
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

This place is awesome. Salesman are kind , finance guy is really cool. Best experience I've ever had at a car dealership

TOP TIER TEAM = This is the place for you

ShaunAshley Sweet
1-16-2018
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

TOP TIER TEAM = This is the place for you. Exceptional product, value and service. My family and I drove 400 miles round trip to Sandusky - would do it again. Ownership was outside, under my hood, explaining a question I had about my engine. Very friendly and interested in getting things correct. Sales and finance spent the extra time and energy to make sure my whole family had a great experience; one that was as efficient as possible due to our long trip back home! Answered all our many questions with honesty and good cheer. We left satisfied and very glad we made the long trip to Halleen Kia of Sandusky.

A great experience

Tim Board
12-26-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I met with Matthew Wilhelm when I arrived at the dealership. I didn't have an idea in mind of what type of vehicle I wanted, but I did know how much I wanted to spend. Within minutes, he had picked out a car that fit in my budget and I love it. My family has purchased 2 vehicles from Halleen and both times it's been a great experience.

Thanks for your great customer servic

Pamela Sutherland
12-27-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Justin greeted me at the door and was very helpful and polite .Justin i must say is one of the nicest most honest salesperson i have ever dealt with. I came home with my 2017 Soul within a few hrs , Im very pleased with how Justin and Aaron took care of me while purchasing my Kia Sou,. and i will be sure to recommend Halleen Kia and Justin Xavier. Thanks for your great customer service

I have bought cars many times

Ken Innis
12-26-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I have bought cars many times and I have never been treated better anywhere. This is one of the best dealerships I have ever been to or bought cars from.

Very friendly

Greg Henney
12-15-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Very friendly, service department is great.

Car shopping can be challenging

Jiggs Casey
12-17-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

With a wife, 10 year old & 2 year old (and trading in our only car), car shopping can be challenging to actually test drive enough cars to find the one for you. Paul was patient & willing to help with getting everyone in & out of vehicles, toddler car seats & all, in order to help us decide on the '15 Kia Optima that we purchased. Richard was also very helpful in financing & also super friendly. When it's time to either add another car to our family, or trade in this one, I know where I'll be shopping.

Great service and staff was very informative

Scott Graybill
11-1-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Great service and staff was very informative

Service people are wonderful and take care of you vary well

Eric Douglas
10-25-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Service people are wonderful and take care of you vary well

The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.

Carrie Weisenberger
10-11-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. They all followed up with us after we left to see if we needed anything, they didn't just make a sale and forget about us.

Wonderful service!

Joyce Loudenslagel
10-12-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Wonderful service! Love them!

We shopped most all of the local dealerships in the area

J S
10-11-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

We shopped most all of the local dealerships in the area and the sales people were agressive with sales and were angered and offended when you asked them to calm down and some were simply irate when you you told them you were going elsewhere. We stumbled on the Halleen Kia in Sandusky Ohio and the salesman, Mathew Wilhelm, approached us with a calm demeanor gave us some quick info and left us to browse. Once we found a few new vehicles we were interested in, we approached Matt with a few questions and concerns which he answered promptly without hesitation or having to "ask his manager" like at other dealerships. We test drove the vehicles we were interested in and had a very enjoyable experience speaking with Matt. We shared stories and laughs as if we had been friends for years. His kindness was truly refreshing. He made our car buying experience a great one wich we will never forget. He represented himself and his buisness well. During the purchase process the owner came out to greet us and inquire about out experience. The owner personally thanked us for the purchase of our 2017 Kia Soul Plu

They work with you to get it done

James Deaton
9-14-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

They work with you to get it done. Thank you Paul, Patrick and Richard... greatly appreciated, God bless you

I bought the car

Matthew parker
9-12-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I bought the car, if that tells you anything.

I went to them very hesitant.

8-8-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I went to them very hesitant. Paul the salesman that helped me was so kind and explained things to me. Even though I had some issues for him to work around he found a way to make the deal work for both of us. He was friendly and made me feel like I could ask questions and gave me great customer service. Anyone wanting to get a car should go in and ask for Paul. Great guy!

I was in to have 2 recalls looked into on my 2012 KIA Optima EX.

T Walker
8-16-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I was in to have 2 recalls looked into on my 2012 KIA Optima EX. The associate took the time to explain what they were doing and why. The overall environment was comfortable. No one was a stranger, I felt I'd known everyone I came in contact with for at least 10+years!! (Besides the owner saying "Hi" & scaring the living daylights out of me---that moment you're consumed by whatever you brought to pass the time & aren't expecting anyone to speak to you! Definitely a hilarious moment!) It was VERY apparent that they were there to help someone make ONE of the biggest decisions of their lives; that's best for YOU, the customer and not THEIR pocket!

Excellent, no worries.

Mark Nieberding
9-14-2017
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Excellent, no worries. Paul P. and Aaron H. were accommodating and patient while I had the car checked out by a Honda certified collision/mechanical outfit. Ended up with a reliable car...

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