1996 Acura SLX Scheduled Maintenance

When it comes to your Acura SLX, how you treat your car makes all the difference in its performance. With proactive maintenance, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your SLX. So, you want to care for your car, but you’re not sure when to get certain services. There's no need to guess when it's time to get SLX maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Just follow your 1996 Acura SLX maintenance schedule!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Acura themselves. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your SLX running for longer, keep you safer on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1996 Acura SLX problems later.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 1996 Acura SLX and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. The Courtesy Check helps us see what we’re working with under the hood, and allows us to alert you to any potential problems before they worsen. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your SLX's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 1996 Acura SLX. Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Yours may need to be replaced sooner depending on your driving habits and climate. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Acura SLX battery. It can be tempting to try and get as much life out of your battery as possible, but it’s smart to check it regularly and replace it before it gets too weak. Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your SLX stranded. Your Acura SLX won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can help your 1996 Acura SLX's engine run smoother. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 1996 SLX. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. Come in and speak with a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to find out how often to change your oil. We can also answer any questions you have about what type of oil to use for your 1996 Acura SLX.

Periodic service to the steering system in your Acura SLX can help you keep control of your vehicle at all times (plus, it can make for a smoother ride!). That's important if you plan on taking the road less traveled! Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, provide the appropriate Acura SLX steering and suspension services. This can include things like power steering fluid replacement, wheel alignment adjustments, replacement of struts and wheel bearings, and ball joint lubrication. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Acura SLX's steering and suspension system.

If you fall behind on routine Acura SLX maintenance (or worse, don’t do it at all!), you might find yourself with a hot mess on your hands – quite literally. A damaged A/C system is never fun, and an overheated engine can cause significant issues (like a total car breakdown!). Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire Acura SLX cooling, heating, and climate control system. Need a new Acura SLX radiator? We got it. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 1996 Acura SLX maintenance and repairs.

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