Fall Maintenance for your Honda
Written by Pearson Honda
As the weather gets colder and the leaves start changing, it's time to get your Honda ready for the colder months. Much like how your yard requires regular maintenance when the leaves fall, so does your Honda. Fall Honda maintenance not only helps keep your vehicle in shape for the season but all year round. The biggest question that you need to ask yourself is, how do I keep my Honda maintained during the fall. Well, we are here to help! Below are five Honda care tips that you can use for the crisp fall months. All of these services we can perform for you here at Pearson Honda.
Change Your Honda's Oil
Fall is the best time of year to make sure that your Honda's oil is fresh. Engine oil has several duties that help your engine run smoothly, such as preventing corrosion to the engine, washing the sludge deposits away, reducing friction, and providing a barrier for all the moving engine parts. If your engine oil is dirty or has a high level of moisture, the effectiveness of your engine can be severely reduced. Have you Honda's engine oil changed during the fall to help keep your engine running nice and smooth during the winter months.
Get Your Tires Inspected
The good news is that Virginia doesn't see a lot of snow, but it does happen on occasion. Even if our beautiful state doesn't get snow, the temperatures can get cold enough to affect your tires. It would be best if you had your Honda's tires in good shape with plenty of tread remaining so that you can get the traction that you require during the winter months. Be sure to head to Pearson Honda to have your tires inspected for tread and have them inflated to the best pressure so that your Honda has the best handling possible.
Have the Battery Tested
The summer can be difficult on your battery, and things can get worse when the weather gets colder. Typically your Honda's battery should last between three to five years, but you should get it tested here at Pearson Honda once every year to make sure that it holds a charge properly. Have our extremely talented technicians perform a battery test in the fall and have it replaced if necessary to prevent your Honda from breaking down during the winter.
Have Your Windshield Wipers Replaced
While we might not get a ton of snow, we certainly get a ton of rain during the fall and winter months. If you have a hard time seeing when you flip on your windshield wipers, you're going to have to replace your wiper blades. Other signs you might need new windshield wipers include streaks left on your windshield, rubber tag ends that are hanging or loose, or chattering glass. You should have your windshield wipers replaced annually or even sooner if you tend to drive in the rain a lot. You can always get new wipers here at Pearson Honda, and we can even help you put them on if needed!
Check Your Air Conditioning
While it might sound a tad strange, getting your Honda's air conditioning system during the fall and winter months is extremely important. Your air conditioning system is usually included during your Honda's annual checkup, mostly because it also affects your window defroster. If your air conditioning isn't working correctly, the moisture can fog up the inside of the windows and can make it difficult to see anything around your Honda. Be sure that when you stop in for a fall checkup, you also have our talented technicians check out your A/C system as well.
Get Your Honda Checked Out at Pearson Honda
Before you go out on a fall road trip, be sure to stop by Pearson Honda's service center. We specialize in everything from changing your oil to a complete transmission repair. To make an appointment, you can stop by our dealership or schedule service right on our website. Are you in the market for a new Honda? We have all the latest models in our showroom and on our website. We can't wait to work on your Honda so that you will be ready for those dreaded winter months.
