The weather begins to shift, all traces of heat stolen, all hours a little darker. Winter will soon arrive... and with it comes the promise of snow on the roads.

This is for certain, no cause for concern. You’ve endured this process so many times and you’ve learned how to prepare: your brakes have been properly rotated; the oil has been changed; the engine has been flushed to ensure precision. No black ice will be your undoing--not when you’ve already had your all-season tires calibrated for your Ford. They’ll get you through this.

Except... they might not.

Winter weather takes a toll on more than your patience. It instead demands much from your car, and all-season tires may not be up to the challenges of ice, sleet and snow.

Winter Tires: Understanding the Need

All-season tires are a common choice for Ford trucks and cars. They’re not always the right choice, however. As the weather changes, you need complete protection--and winter tires provide that.

As the name implies, winter tires are designed for the season. They boast innovative treads, as well as resilient materials, that allow them to perform even in the wake of extreme temperatures. They are intended purely for the winter. 

All-season tires, however, aren’t.

The All-Season Difference

An all-season tire seems like an easy decision for drivers. This option promises convenience: its grip is reliable; its treading is long-lasting. This spares individuals the annoyance of constant maintenance (as well as the need to visit automotive repair shops for realignments). 

The great advantage of all-season tires is their flexibility. It’s also, however, their great flaw.

These tires are too accommodating. They lack the specific requirements needed for certain temperatures and environments. They are instead completely and utterly... standard. And, as the climate changes, their abilities weaken--often to the point of causing skidding, sliding and collisions. This makes them a danger and not a solution. 

Winter Tires: Essential 

Choosing winter tires is necessary for all Ford vehicles. Visit a body shop and have all-season options replaced as soon as the weather begins to change. This is the only way to combat snow properly.

Protect yourself and your Key West Ford car.

Sleek lines and effortless curves: your Ford car is a tribute to style. The chrome shimmers; the body shines. Every mile seems somehow better as you drive.

Every mile will soon seem dangerous, however, if your wheels are not aligned.

Understanding Wheel Alignment

It’s all too easy to overlook wheels. They are, after all, unimpressive when compared to the rest of a Ford car. Their necessity, however, can’t be denied--and all drivers must make sure they are properly aligned at all times.

Simply explained, wheel alignment is when all four tires are evenly calibrated. The chassis follows manufacturer specifications and the wheels all spin in the same direction.

The Importance of Alignment

Alignment is not a glamorous process. Drivers often ignore it, assuming that maintenance isn’t needed. Wheels, after all, should remain in tact. They lack the fickleness of brakes or filters, and they don’t demand constant supervision like engines or oil.

The truth, however, is that tires often shift--whether from faulty casters, rolling cambers or other countless causes. A simple burst of friction may undo a car’s alignment, and the result is enough to send any vehicle to the body shop. 

It may also be enough to cause a collision. Vehicles suffering from improper alignment can experience:


This puts both drivers and passengers at risk, and it must be avoided. 

Scheduling an Alignment

All wheels must be carefully calibrated. Knowing when to have this done, however, can prove challenging.

Most Ford models require servicing after 6000 miles of daily driving. Should a collision occur, however, they must be checked immediately. 

Have this process performed in a body shop. It is recommended that drivers also take advantage of full service check-ups at this time to ensure total safety.

Choose a Key West Ford vehicle; maintain the wheels; reap the rewards.

Your car is without flaw. The engine will forever work; the tires will remain steady in their treads; and every mechanical element will stay precise, sparing you the worries of high bills and automotive shop repairs.

This is a common dream. It never, however, becomes a reality.

Every vehicle (even Ford options) is a victim of time, with its components weakening with use and years. 

Extending the life of a car--and eliminating worries of costly body shop repairs--is possible, though. You simply must follow a maintenance schedule.
Manufacturer Maintenance: Understanding the Schedule

Exceptional performance demands exceptional care: this is the cornerstone of Ford car maintenance and a manufacturer schedule helps to make that maintenance less confusing. 

Every element--from filters to rotors, cooling systems to ignition switches--requires constant, and thorough, support. Knowing when and how to apply that support can prove problematic, however. Many drivers lack a mechanic’s perspective, are unable to determine when their vehicles need more than gasoline.

A manufacturer schedule seeks to simplify the process. It details the requirements of every model, highlighting every change, replacement and rotation. This streamlines maintenance for the novice and offers step-by-step instructions.

Following the Schedule: The Importance of Care

Your car is more than a collection of pipes and valves. It’s instead a necessity. Losing it to a sputter of spark plugs, therefore, is unacceptable.

This is why following a maintenance schedule is important: you must routinely check, adjust and fix your vehicle. This is the only way to avoid sudden failure. 

The Maintenance List: Common Fixes

Each Ford manufacturer schedule is unique, determined by a car’s model, make and trim. There are certain similarities to find, however, and many of these can be accomplished at home:


Utilizing these strategies helps to keep every Ford vehicle running as it’s meant to. Choose the perfect Key West Ford option and then give it the care it deserves.

Enter for a Chance to Win a Ford Winter Safety Package!

Although fall has just arrived, winter is not far off. There's nothing worse than getting stuck in the snow, wheels a spinnin'. This year, you can stay ahead of the game by entering to win a personalized winter safety package from Ford. Valued at $1,800 this safety package includes brand name wheels, rims, and tire pressure monitoring sensors designed by Ford, for your Ford. Whether you're planning a skiing trip to Whistler or visiting family in the Okanagan, you don't want to be caught unprepared. This is the contest of the season!

Click here to fill out an entry form for this season's contest and you could be the lucky winner of an all inclusive winter safety package.

This contest is only open to Ford and Lincoln owners. Contest ends December 15, 2012.

 

 Copyright 2012 Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited Ford du Canada Limitée The Canadian Road P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX C 12B33 J. SAMPLE MAIL DATE 123 MAIN STREET ANYCITY, ON A1A 1A1

At Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited (Ford) it has been our goal for more than 100 years to provide customers with high-quality, dependable products. In order to maintain these standards, Ford is providing a no charge Customer Satisfaction Program (Program Number 12B33) for your vehicle, with the Vehicle Identification Number shown above.

What is the issue? On your vehicle, the Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Sensor in the exhaust system may become inoperative and cause the Check Engine Light to turn on. If the NOx sensor is inoperative, engine power may be reduced under some conditions. What will Ford and your dealer do? In the interest of customer satisfaction, Ford has authorized your dealer to reprogram your Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and NOx Sensor Module, and if necessary, replace your NOx Sensor free of charge (parts and labour) under the terms of this program. This Customer Satisfaction Program will be in effect until April 30, 2013 regardless of distance travelled. Coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners.

How long will it take? The time needed for this repair is less than 2 hours. However, due to service scheduling requirements, your dealer may need your vehicle for a longer period of time. In addition, your vehicle will require inspection prior to determining if parts need to be ordered.

What should you do? Please call Key West Ford at 604-528-4463 without delay and request a service date for Customer Satisfaction Program 12B33. Provide the dealer with the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of your vehicle. The VIN is printed near your name at the beginning of this letter. If you do not already have a servicing dealer, you can access http://www.ford.ca for dealer addresses, maps, and driving instructions. Ford wants you to have this service action completed on your vehicle. The vehicle owner is responsible for making arrangements to have the work completed. Ford Motor Company can deny coverage for any vehicle damage that may result from the failure to have this service action performed on a timely basis. Therefore, please have this service action performed as soon as possible.



 Copyright 2012 Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited

Ford du Canada Limitée

The Canadian Road

P.O. Box 2000

Oakville, Ontario

L6J 5E4

 

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX C 12B35

J. SAMPLE MAIL DATE

123 MAIN STREET

ANYCITY, ON A1A 1A1

At Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited (Ford) it has been our goal for more than 100 years to

provide customers with high-quality, dependable products. In order to maintain these standards,

Ford is providing a no charge Customer Satisfaction Program (Program Number 12B35) for your

vehicle, with the Vehicle Identification Number shown above.

What is the issue?

On your vehicle, it may be possible for the primary and/or secondary cooling system radiators

to develop a leak. A leak from either radiator may result in coolant on the ground and a

possible coolant odour. In addition, if a leak develops and vehicle use continues over time,

sufficient coolant could be lost which may result in other symptoms including:

 High coolant temperature that can cause the engine to automatically enter a reduced

power mode to protect the engine from damage.

 High engine oil temperature that can cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to

illuminate.

 High transmission fluid temperature that will be indicated on the transmission

temperature gauge.

 

What will Ford and your dealer do?

In the interest of customer satisfaction, Ford has authorized your dealer to inspect, and if

necessary, replace your radiator(s) free of charge (parts and labour) under the terms of this

program.

This Customer Satisfaction Program will be in effect until April 30, 2013 regardless of distance

travelled. Coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners.

 

How long will it take?

The time needed for this repair is less than one-half day. However, due to service scheduling

requirements, your dealer may need your vehicle for a longer period of time. In addition, your

vehicle will require an inspection to determine if parts need to be ordered.

 

What should you to do?

Please call your dealer without delay and request a service date for Customer Satisfaction Program

12B35. Provide the dealer with the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of your vehicle. The VIN is

printed near your name at the beginning of this letter.

If you do not already have a servicing dealer, you can access http://www.ford.ca for dealer

addresses, maps, and driving instructions.

 Copyright 2012 Ford Motor Company

 

Ford wants you to have this service action completed on your vehicle. The vehicle owner is

responsible for making arrangements to have the work completed. Ford Motor Company can deny

coverage for any vehicle damage that may result from the failure to have this service action

performed on a timely basis. Therefore, please have this service action performed as soon as

possible.

 

What if you no longer own this vehicle?

You received this notice because our records indicate that you are the current owner. If you no

longer own this vehicle, and have an address for the current owner, please forward this letter to the

new owner. If you have leased this vehicle to another person or organization, please immediately

notify the lessee of this program.

 

Can we Assist you further?

If you require any further assistance, write to the Ford "Customer Relationship Centre" at the

address in the letterhead of this letter and be sure to include your vehicle identification number which

is shown at the beginning of this letter. If you prefer, call 1-888-222-7814. Please have your

vehicle's identification number ready for our representative when you call.

We are taking this action as part of our ongoing efforts to maintain owner confidence in our

products. We hope this program confirms our commitment to your satisfaction with your Ford-built

vehicle.

Yours very truly,

FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA, Limited

 

 

 FORD -- The Works Fuel Economy Package Now on at Key West FORD

When performed with regularly scheduled maintenance, this package will pay for itself with potential annual fuel savings of up to $350.

For only $59.99 the Fuel Economy Package includes:
Motor craft Premium oil and Motor Craft filter change.
Rotate and inspect all 4 tires
Up to 87% point inspection including

Total included:

- Air Filter ( a clogged air filter reduces fuel economy )
- Steering and suspension components
- Check belts and hoses
- Test Battery and report on findings
-Check fuel levels.

FORD 2012 Focus Titanium & Holiday 2011 Special pricing and promotions Key West FORD



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Contact us at Key West FORD

301 Stewardson Way
New Westminster. BC. V3M 2A5

www.keywestford.com

Key West FORD Winter tire Promotion is on now. Get ahead of Old Man Winter with Key West FORD in New Westminster’s – Everything you need to get ready for winter.

B.C, is excepted to see record cold tempertures  and less than ideal driving situations, so don't leave the safety of your vehicle to summer tires or all season this year.
 
National tires Event is on now & until December December 14^th 2011 –
Winter Rims
Get steel wheels this winter from $59.99, or upgrade to aluminum wheels up to 60% off.
Tire Storage, for added convenience let us store your summer tires.
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You won’t be undersold on tires up to $100 in manufacturer mail –in- rebates. Call our service Dept at --- 1 (888) 229-1188   -----  today and find out how we can help you --