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RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Some parts of your new Honda will require servicing
and replacement more regularly than others. Keeping your
Honda’s maintenance on schedule also keeps your
warranties valid.
PLEASE FOLLOW THE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THE
OWNER’S MANUAL, AS INDICATED BY YOUR VEHICLE’S MAINTE-
NANCE MINDER (IF EQUIPPED) OR VISIT WWW.HONDA.CA IN THE
OWNERS SECTION, CLICK ON MAINTENANCE CALCULATOR.
Between visits to your Honda dealer for scheduled
maintenance, your Honda will respond most positively
to a little care and attention from you. Here are a few
things you can do to help reduce the possibility of
future repairs.
1. WASH WITH CARE.
Caked up mud and salt on the underbody are a
prime cause of body corrosion. So, take care to flush out
the underbody with a garden hose or at the car wash.
The chart on page 32 shows key areas you shouldn’t
overlook.
2. THE FIRST STEP IN PROTECTING YOUR FINISH.
Twice a year you should give your Honda a good wax-
ing. This will help protect the finish. Always wax your
Honda in the shade when the paint surface is cool.
Covering over exposed metal helps prevent rust. So, if
you find any minor scratches in the paint, your Honda
dealer has touch-up paint to match your Honda’s body
colour. Dirt embedded in fabric causes it to wear more
quickly, so it’s a good idea to shampoo your Honda’s inte-
rior occasionally - just like you do your home furniture.
3. DON’T OVERLOOK LOOKING UNDER THE HOOD.
All vehicle engines tend to consume a little engine
oil. This varies depending on your driving habits and
the type of driving you do. Every second gas-up,
it’s wise to check your Honda’s oil level. If you use a
“self-serve” gas station, check the oil yourself.
4. MAINTAIN ENGINE EFFICIENCY. CHECK YOUR COOLANT.
The water and anti-freeze in your Honda’s cooling
system helps keep it running at the proper and most
efficient temperature. This mixture evaporates slowly,
therefore it should be checked periodically. Before the
winter season, let your Honda dealer check the quality
of your anti-freeze and restore it to its proper strength.
Preventive Maintenance. The Little Things You Do Can Add Up To A Lot.
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