Your Guide to Seasonal Honda Service
We always encourage our customers to stick with the Casey Honda service plan that came with their car. This plan is divided into mileage targets, with specific services needed at particular mileage readings. But did you know there are other services you’ll want to get at Casey Honda that are more seasonal?
Winter
- Check the battery. This is especially important if you’ve had the same battery for several years.
- Keep an ample supply of windshield wiper fluid and antifreeze on hand.
- Keep your car’s gas tank above half-full. This will help optimize fuel efficiency in cold weather.
Spring
- Clean your car’s exterior. Coming out of winter, the sheet metal will need a good cleaning, and there will be plenty of road salt and grime to remove from the undercarriage.
- Clean the interior, too. In fact, it’s a great idea to have it professionally detailed at our Newport News, VA, Honda dealership.
- Check the engine, cabin, and oil filters and replace them if necessary. All three are important for keeping your car’s cabin and engine healthy.
Summer
- Get a full cooling system checkup. Before the temperatures start rising, make sure that important Honda parts, such as the radiator and water pump, are in good condition.
- Inspect the serpentine belt and timing belt. Heat can hasten wear and tear, and if these belts break, you’ll have an expensive problem on your hands.
- Examine the suspension system. If you’re planning a summer road trip, make sure your car’s steering is sharp and that the ball joints, CV joints, and struts are in good shape.
Fall
- Check the braking system. Components such as the pads, discs, and rotors must perform at their best in the winter ahead.
- Check the power steering system. Change the fluid if necessary, and report any problems with turning or wheel shaking.
- Test the lights: the closer you get to winter, the more you’ll have to rely on your car’s exterior lights. Also, check the cabin dome light and the internal fuses.
Schedule Casey Honda Service in Newport News, VA
With a bit of foresight and diligence, your car will be ready for whatever the seasons have in store. Schedule professional service at Casey Honda today, and save money by taking advantage of our great Honda service specials.