Regular maintenance for your Honda Civic keeps your vehicle safe, fuel-efficient, and reliable. Our team at Ciocca Honda of Hanover created this Honda Civic maintenance schedule to help you keep your car in peak operating condition. We also recommend consulting your Honda Civic owner's manual for more specific vehicle maintenance and servicing guidelines.
Routine Maintenance Tasks
Regular maintenance on your Honda Civic is essential for maximizing your vehicle's overall performance and safety. Tasks you should undertake regularly include oil changes, tire maintenance, brake system inspection, seasonal maintenance, fluid checks and replacements, and battery care.
Oil Changes
You need to perform timely oil changes on your Honda Civic to maintain peak performance. Schedule oil and oil filter changes at regular intervals, such as every 7,500 miles, and the following mileage markers:
- 22,500 miles.
- 37,500 miles.
- 52,500 miles.
- 67,500 miles.
- 82,500 miles.
Honda recommends using Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20, which the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Honda approve. The lower viscosity of this motor oil is essential for your Honda Civic's engine to perform at peak efficiency.
Tire Maintenance
Since tires are crucial for your Honda Civic's safety, fuel efficiency, and performance, rotating them every 5,000 to 7,500 miles is essential. Regular tire rotation helps the tires wear evenly and last longer.
Properly inflating the tires will keep you safe on the road and help your Honda Civic operate efficiently. Use a tire gauge to verify the air pressure in the tires. Checking the tread depth is also essential to promote optimal tire traction and keep you safe.
Brake System Inspection
Your Honda Civic's brakes keep you and your passengers safe on the road. Regular vehicle servicing will help ensure your vehicle's brake system functions properly. To prevent problems, check your vehicle's brakes every 10,000 to 12,000 miles. Honda brake pads typically need replacing every 25,000 to 70,000 miles.
Seasonal Maintenance
Winter and summer driving call for seasonal maintenance for your Honda Civic. Always ensure your Honda Civic is ready for summer and winter driving on the roads and highways around York County, Pennsylvania.
Winter Preparation
You'll want your Honda Civic ready to handle cold temperatures, ice, and snow. Use the following guidelines to prepare your vehicle for winter driving:
- Check the antifreeze in your car. You want to maintain a 60:40 ratio of antifreeze to water during winter.
- Inspect the battery and starting system. Check the terminals on the battery for signs of corrosion and verify the battery's strength.
- Verify the level of your washer fluid and the condition of the windshield wipers. In South Central Pennsylvania, you'll want cold-weather washer fluid and winter wiper blades to effectively clear your windshield from snow and ice.
Summer Preparation
Follow these guidelines to ensure your Honda Civic is ready to tackle all your summer road-trip adventures:
- Inspect your vehicle's cooling system. A properly operating cooling system prevents overheating. Replace the coolant if it's more than a few years old, and look at the hoses and radiator for signs of blockages or leaks.
- Ensure your vehicle's air conditioner is operating correctly. Be sure to service your air conditioning system before summer begins to fix any problems before high temperatures and high humidity settle around the Hanover area.
- Check your vehicle's car battery to ensure it's fully charged. Consider replacing your battery if it's more than three years old.
Fluid Checks and Replacements
Keeping your Honda Civic's coolant transmission, and brake fluids at the correct levels will ensure your Honda's performance and dependability.
Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluid lubricates your Honda Civic's precision-made parts and components inside the gearbox. This fluid also provides hydraulic pressure and friction to help your vehicle's internal parts function smoothly. You should schedule a transmission fluid change every 50,000 to 100,000 miles (consult your Honda Civic's owner's manual for specifics). By maintaining proper transmission fluid levels, you can avoid a breakdown or malfunction of the transmission.
Brake Fluid
Brakes are one of the most integral parts of your Honda Civic, and brake fluid is essential to a properly maintained braking system. Brake fluid lubricates the moving parts within your vehicle's braking system to prevent corrosion and transfers the force created when you press down on the brake pedal.
Honda recommends replacing the brake fluid every three years and inspecting your vehicle's front and rear brakes every 6,000 miles or six months.
Coolant
Coolant regulates the temperature of your Honda Civic engine. It can be a liquid containing half water and half ethylene glycol or a gas. The water in the coolant transfers heat, and the ethylene glycol lowers the liquid's boiling point.
Have your Honda Civic coolant checked every 15,000 miles and a coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or two years. These checks are essential to ensure no debris or sediment harms the engine.
Battery Care
Your Honda Civic's battery isn't just a component. It's the lifeline of your vehicle. It powers all the systems that keep your car running smoothly during your journeys. However, like all parts, it has a life span. That's why including battery inspection and replacement in your vehicle servicing routine is crucial. Typically, you should replace the battery every four to five years.
You can extend the battery's life and performance by turning off the headlights and electronics before leaving your vehicle, avoiding extreme temperatures when driving or storing your car, and preventing corrosion from occurring on the battery.
Trust Ciocca Honda of Hanover for Your Honda Civic's Maintenance Needs
Regular maintenance on your Honda Civic will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. We invite you to service your Honda Civic at our Ciocca Honda of Hanover dealership at 1226 Carlisle St. in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Our expert service technicians are here to help you maximize your Honda Civic's life span and your enjoyment of your car. If you're in the market for a new vehicle, we can value your trade. Call us at 888-719-2216 or send us a message online. At Ciocca Honda of Hanover, we deliver first-class vehicle sales and servicing.
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