Common Car Parts to Upgrade at Herb Gordon Subaru

Herb Gordon Subaru has been a leading Maryland Subaru dealer for many years now, and we pride ourselves on being a dealership that always exceeds expectations. From our vast inventory and our outstanding service to our competitive pricing and our flexible financing, we're a Silver Spring Subaru dealership that car buyers can depend on. A big part of our reliability promise is our extensive knowledge of Subaru parts and their usage, pricing, and frequency of replacement. Whether you're interested in a 2016 Subaru Impreza or a 2016 Subaru Forester , you can count on us to have the Subaru parts you need, when you need them.

Essential Car Parts

Every car comes with a multitude of parts, many of which are unfamiliar in both name and function to people outside the auto industry. However, there are a handful of parts that everyone should know about because they're essential to a smooth-running, long-performing vehicle. One such part is the battery. Simply put, without a working battery, your car won't turn on. So when your battery is dead, we recommend buying a new one immediately. Brakes are another critical car part, for obvious reasons. When your brakes start squeaking, be sure to visit our Maryland Subaru dealership for a checkup. Your automobile's fuel injector is also important to a trouble-free ownership experience. This item replaced the carburetor as the go-to part that moves the gas from the fuel tank to the engine. And of equal importance is the radiator, whose job it is to keep the engine from overheating. Make sure your radiator is always well-stocked with engine coolant.

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Important Car Parts to Replace

In addition to the aforementioned parts, there are many others that play an integral role in your vehicle's performance, and which exhibit a particular sound/feeling that lets you know it's time for a replacement. One important example is the clutch, which is responsible for moving the car through its various gears. Most clutches are comprised of two circular plates, and when you hear a grinding sound and/or notice a difference in the clutch pedal's performance, it's time for a replacement. Another warning sign is when shifting gears becomes less fluid and more challenging. The air filter, which works to remove dust and allergens from the air before they reach the cabin, is another important car part that should be changed regularly. The more you cough and sneeze inside your car (seasonal allergies aside), the more likely it is that your air filter is dirty and you need a new one.

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Herb Gordon Subaru encourages you to follow a regularly-scheduled maintenance program so that your Subaru car or SUV is always running well. If any of the warning signs listed above become apparent, or if you have any questions regarding your car's performance, contact us or drop by our Silver Spring Subaru showroom. While you're here, we'll also be happy to elaborate on which car parts are important to replace promptly. And of course, if you're shopping for a vehicle, our real-time new car inventory can be accessed any time of day or night.