Your GMC is built tough and comes from the manufacturer ready to tackle everything. Even the mightiest rigs need a little TLC now and then, though, and catching maintenance issues early can save you from a breakdown that leaves you stranded or a repair bill that knocks the wind out of you. Here’s some signs you might need maintenance from your GMC dealership.
6 Signs You Need Maintenance From Your GMC Dealership
Dashboard Lights Flashing
Modern models like the Sierra or Terrain are loaded with sensors that light up when something’s off. The check engine light pops on for anything from a loose gas cap to a deeper engine snag, but oil pressure, tire pressure, battery, or brake lights all mean business, too. When those glow show up on your dash, come see us to find out what’s up.
Fluid Leaks
If you spot a puddle under your Yukon or Acadia, you don’t want to ignore it. Transmission fluid’s usually reddish, oil is dark, coolant is typically bright; but whatever fluid it is, it’s unlikely that letting the problem continue will do anything but bring you trouble. Even a small leak can eventually starve your engine or brakes of what they need to perform like they’re supposed to.
Noises
You know how your GMC hums, so when you hear something unpleasant, whether that’s grinding, whining, or clunking, something’s wrong. Whatever’s making that racket is usually a warning that it’s better to get things checked out sooner rather than later.
Smells
A rotten egg stench might mean your catalytic converter’s toast or your battery’s on the fritz. Burning smells, like burning rubber or oil, could mean the engine is overheating, there’s a leak sometwhere, or you have a belt that’s about to hit the end of its life. An odd hint of a sweet scent could mean there’s coolant leaking out somewhere it shouldn’t be.
Starting Struggles
If you turn the key and get a sluggish crank (or a dead click), it often means you’ve got a weak battery, especially if it happens in cold weather. However, there could be an issue with the starter or alternator, too. The best way to find out what’s going on is to come see a GMC-trained tech as soon as you can.
Smoke or Fumes
Few things scream “pull over!” louder than smoke or steam coming from your GMC’s hood. Overheating is a likely culprit here. If you have thick exhaust fumes trailing behind, that could be an entirely different problem, but it isn’t any better. Either way, get to a dealership soon. The sooner you address these issues, the cheaper they generally are to fix.
If you’re having any issues with your GMC, come see the GMC-trained techs here at Kyle Edwards GMC in Muskogee. OK.
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