Maintaining Your Honda

DAY-TO-DAY CHECKS FOR A HAPPY HONDA

Below, find tips for keeping your Honda in good shape between servicing.

MAINTENANCE TIPS

In your owner’s manual, you will find detailed information about maintaining your Honda. Below are key areas to keep an eye on, with some advice.

Checking Your Tyres

Maintaining good condition and pressure of your tyres means less wear and better handling, fuel efficiency, and safety. It’s a good idea to check your tyres once a month.

Tyre Pressure

Your owner’s manual will state the recommended tyre pressure for your car. You should check them with the same pressure gauge each time and when your tyres are completely cold. By using the same pressure gauge, you will have a better idea of pressure loss as a tyre problem or a difference between gauges.

Tyre Condition

While checking your tyres, look for anything unusual. Any bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, cracks, or threadbare areas can cause serious problems on the road. If you spot any of these, please bring your car in and our technicians will assess your tyres as soon as possible.

Spare Tyre and Repair Kit

It’s a good idea to keep a spare tyre and repair kit in your vehicle. Make sure they are both in good condition and that your repair kit hasn’t passed its expiration date.

Keeping Your Battery Charged

There are a few simple actions you can take to make sure your battery won’t let you down.

Take It for a Spin

Try to make at least one longer trip every week.

Give It a Charge

To keep your battery in excellent condition, you can use a charger, even on a battery in a petrol car.

Turn Everything Off

Be sure to turn off all lights in your car and to keep all of its doors closed.

Checking Your Cooling System

If your coolant levels are low, your engine might overheat. Make sure these levels are correct and that there are no signs of coolant leaks around the engine bay underneath your car. Check your owner’s manual for more details about your cooling system.

Checking Your Oil Levels

Oil is essential for keeping your engine running. Make sure you check your oil levels regularly. We recommend that you check your oil whenever you refuel, and always before a long journey. Even when your car is new, you should check your oil, as the engine can consume more than you think in the running-in period. Check your owner’s manual for specific details about the oil levels in your car.

Honda Recommends Castrol Lubricants

Keep Topped Up with Fuel

Be sure to keep your fuel topped up, just in case you need more than you thought. And, always fill up with the correct fuel; if you put the wrong type of fuel in, it can cost a lot to repair and cause permanent damage.

Keep an Emergency Kit in Your Car

In the event of a breakdown, it’s a good idea to keep a few essential things in your car.

Here’s what we suggest:

Blankets
First aid kit
Torch
Maps
Warning triangle
De-icer, antifreeze, and engine oil
Waterproofs
Tow rope
Mobile phone charger

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