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Summer is right around the corner, which makes now the perfect time to prepare your Ford Mustang for the warmer weather. Summer is not only hotter, but your car will also be exposed to more sunlight. That’s why it’s important to follow these summer car care tips to keep your Mustang in pristine condition.

If you have some big plans for this year that include a road trip, you need to get your car ready for Spring Break. Before you pack your bags and hit the road, read these tips to make sure your vacation isn’t ruined by car trouble before it can even get started.

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Like many people, you may be a bit behind making a list of goals for the New Year. Don’t forget to make some resolutions for your car and your commuting experience, as these can be incredibly handy for improving your life in 2018. If you’re not already doing them, these resolutions may help you move into 2018 as a safe, efficient driver.

You want to hold on to the weather that you are experiencing right now, but that is quickly evaporating. Your vehicle should be looked over as you move into a new season in the greater Council Bluffs, IA area to make sure that it is ready for all that is to come.

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At McMullen Ford, we will look over your car to help you maintain it as you enter a new season, and we will be sure to handle any…

Of course, your check engine light never comes on at a convenient time like when you are already pulling into the dealer lot for routine maintenance on your vehicle. When you least expect it, your vehicle will chime and alert you that something is malfunctioning with your vehicle. You can choose to ignore it and put off any repairs until it is convenient, but the best option is to quickly have the issue addressed. What might be a very simple issue right now can quickly turn into a major problem that will be much more costly later on.

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If you notice the battery in your car is experiencing trouble, you can get it replaced before you are stuck with a car that can't start. Most drivers are not aware of the warnings signs the battery is failing, so consider the following.

• If you try to use the horn in the car and it sounds much weaker than usual.
• The check-engine light is staying lit when car is running.
• There is a really strong odor coming from the battery compartment.
• The engine cranks over really slowly each morning.
• The headlights do not stay as bright as they used…

Every car has a checklist of things that need to be looked at and maintained on a constant basis, and changing the oil is perhaps one of the most basic and important of these vital functions. Changing the oil on a car is much similar to changing the diaper on a baby; both must be done for the sake of proper function and sanitation as a whole. It is a funny comparison, yet it is no less true when you really think about it. When you fail to have your car's oil changed, or its engine in more general…

Your wiper blades are one of your primary defenses when it comes to harsh weather. From rain to snow, they help clear your visibility and keep you on the road. It’s important, then, to know when they are worn, and what to do when they are.

After usage, like the majority of things in your Ford vehicle, your blades will start to show signs of fatigue. You’ll notice streaks on your windshield, or cracks in the rubber of your wipers.

When you think “winter” what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Ice, sleet, snow? Bad driving conditions? Or exploring the winter countryside by skiing, snowmobiling or ice skating?

Winter festivals are popular this time of the year and one that we’d love to get to is the Plymouth Ice Festival, held in Plymouth, Michigan. This annual festival offers a wealth of popular winter activities and some of the most beautiful and unique ice sculpture anywhere.

Ford recently polled individuals on social media to ask which Ford vehicle they’d most like to see sculpted in ice. The…