Prep Your Vehicle for Winter with Honda Services

With winter nearing, now is the moment to get ahead of your maintenance at Lester Glenn Honda. The cold weather can be especially harsh on your vehicle and make it difficult to drive safely. Find out what checkups are recommended at a Honda service center.

Check the Battery

Your car battery undergoes more stress in the winter because the cold weather causes molecular changes to the fluids in the battery cell. This goes double if you park the car outdoors. Winter maintenance should include a load-test to determine the battery’s voltage so you can be confident that your battery won’t die on you on a cold morning.

Tire Checkup

It’s also important to perform an examination of the tires. Check for proper inflation in accordance with the vehicle manual’s PSI recommendation. It’s estimated that tires lose about a pound of pressure for every 10-degree Fahrenheit drop in temperature, so have a technician check for adequate air inside the rubber.

Check the Washer Fluid

You’ll need adequate washer fluid to clean the front window. Refill the reservoir as needed. Contrary to belief, it’s not a good idea to mix the washer fluid with water. The water could freeze inside the reservoir and damage the washer system.

On the subject of washer fluid, you should also check the wiper blades and consider switching to winter blades that minimize streaks caused by snow or ice.

Check Coolant Levels

Coolant does more than just keep the engine from freezing. The fluid also contains anti-corrosives and lubricant that protect the whole cooling system. Our technicians will ensure your Honda model is getting the right coolant as recommended by the manufacturer.

Schedule Honda Service in Sea Girt, NJ

With winter not far off, set up a service appointment at Lester Glenn Honda. Our certified Honda service technicians can ensure your vehicle is performing to specified factory conditions. Visit us today so you can be confident your car is ready for the upcoming frigid temperatures.