Southern California summers are long, bright, and demanding on your vehicle in ways that are easy to overlook until something goes wrong. Our service team at Genesis Santa Monica is ready to help you get ahead of the season. Schedule a Genesis service appointment before the heat of summer settles in to avoid these potential problems.
At Genesis Santa Monica, we often speak with owners who want to preserve refined performance while getting more from every tank. Genesis fuel efficiency comes down to attentive maintenance and thoughtful driving habits. Here is how to keep both working in your favor.
Your Genesis vehicle is designed to deliver a refined experience at every level, and that includes the air flowing through it. Routine air filter replacement is one of the simplest ways to preserve that standard. Your vehicle relies on two distinct filters, each serving a different purpose. Genesis Santa Monica covers how often to change your engine and cabin air filters.
Routine maintenance is essential to helping extend the lifespan of your Genesis vehicle. If you delay your next Genesis service appointment, unresolved issues with your vehicle can lead to expensive repairs. Genesis Santa Monica highlights a few warning signs that indicate your vehicle is due for maintenance service.
As a new year begins, it’s crucial to keep up with your Genesis vehicle’s maintenance. By setting a Genesis service schedule, you can keep track of upcoming maintenance intervals based on your vehicle’s mileage carried over from the previous year, and ensure reliable performance throughout 2026. Genesis Santa Monica is here to highlight how to set up this schedule.
The purpose of air and cabin filters in your vehicle is to filter dust and debris so that it doesn't get inside your vehicle or the engine. Sometimes, you'll see signs that indicate that these filters need to be changed. While at Genesis Santa Monica, someone can look at the appearance of the filters. If they are dirty or cracked, then they likely need to be replaced.
Pay attention to any odd noises that you hear from the engine. You might hear a loud rush of air or a wheezing sound while driving through
Staying up to date on your vehicle's routine maintenance is necessary if you want to ensure everything is running smoothly. While our Santa Monica customers understand the benefits of timely service, we know the details can sometimes be confusing. There's so much to keep track of. That's why the Genesis Santa Monica team strives to share regular educational updates to keep you informed. Today, we'll be discussing wheel alignments.
You've probably heard this service referred to as a front-end alignment or tire alignment as well. When you get an alignment,
Do you know what brake fluid is and how it works? We asked our Santa Monica, CA Genesis Santa Monica sales team this very question at our last meeting. Between the lot of us, we figured it out (with a little help from our factory-trained service techs).
The first sign to check is tread depth. Your tire treads need to be at least 1.6 millimeters deep. Use a gauge to measure the depth of the treads to know when to replace. Tires with no treads do not drive well on slippery grounds. They are also more prone to bursting. You can also use the tread wear indicator bar on most modern tires.
Cracks and blisters on the sides of the tires are also obvious signs of damage. These are common signs of weathering, and they also increase the chances of tire bursting out. Cuts and items…
Manual Transmissions
• These systems are very strong, and they can handle high rotation loads
• They are extremely reliable, they are easy to maintain, service, and repair
• They are safe to use in slippery slopes where the engine brakes while descending
Automatic Transmissions
• They are very easy to operate
• They are comfortable and relaxed
• They have great mechanical performance and reliable fuel economy
