Whatever GMC model you drive, from the Sierra to the Terrain, you should maintain it with OEM parts. These are the same parts used during vehicle assembly, and they’re the parts our GMC dealer uses to service your car or truck. However tempting it is to save money or modify your vehicle, you could end up harming your GMC’s performance or spending more by using non-original parts.
Perfect Fit for Optimum Performance
Aftermarket parts often affect vehicle performance when they’re a poor fit. The manufacturer might not use the same tolerances when making the part, or quality control might be hit-and-miss. One thing to consider when weighing up the price of OEM components is that they’ll typically be backed by a big R&D budget, so they’re rigorously tested, constantly innovated, and made with the most appropriate materials for optimum functionality.
Parts that might adversely affect performance if they are the wrong fit include air filters, throttle bodies, suspension components, cold air intakes, or exhaust parts. Often, the buyer will have to modify the part to get it to fit, which creates more potential for the warranty to be voided in some cases. Of course, not all aftermarket parts are poorly made, but they’re frequently an unknown: thus a risk.
Safety Issues
Closely related to vehicle performance is safety. For example, the way a vehicle handles has a performance and safety element. Driver inputs such as steering and braking are safety-related, and the way the car responds to them helps define its performance.
Various aftermarket parts might harm your GMC vehicle’s safety, including steering components, brake parts, suspension parts, lighting equipment, electrical components, restraint systems, and ECUs. Aftermarket ECUs may have communication issues with other computerized systems like ABS, stability control, and traction control.
Original Equipment Manufacturers
Like most automakers, GMC and its parent company GM use a range of trusted OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) to supply parts. These include Bosch, Continental AG, Delphi, Magna International, and ZF Friedrichshafen, among others. All OEM components slot perfectly into the final vehicle assembly and are an intrinsic part of the design process.
Maintain Performance and Preserve the Warranty
If you install aftermarket parts into your vehicle that cause it to fail or underperform, chances are you’ll void the warranty. Having your vehicle serviced by a GMC dealer avoids this and maintains the best possible performance.
Get in touch with Conley Buick GMC in Bradenton, FL to schedule your next service using original parts.
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