1996 Honda Civic del Sol Scheduled Maintenance

When it comes to your Honda Civic del Sol, how you treat your car makes all the difference in its performance. With proactive maintenance, your Civic del Sol could be on the road well past the 200,000 mile mark. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine Civic del Sol maintenance. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1996 Honda Civic del Sol!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Honda themselves. Depending on driving conditions and climate in your area (as well as other contributing factors, like your personal travel habits), your car’s scheduled maintenance needs may vary; in most cases, though, recommended maintenance will consist of services like oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Scheduling routine service appointments is one of the best ways to help extend your Civic del Sol's life, keep you safer on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1996 Honda Civic del Sol problems later.

Bring your 1996 Honda Civic del Sol to Firestone Complete Auto Care for factory-recommended maintenance services and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. A Courtesy Check helps "set the stage" for your service and catch any small problems before they turn into big repairs. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your Civic del Sol'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 Honda Civic del Sol. In general, car batteries only last three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Civic del Sol may need a replacement battery sooner. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Honda Civic del Sol 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, you may find yourself (and your trusty Civic del Sol) stuck in the middle of nowhere. Your Honda Civic del Sol won’t even be able to start with a weak battery, much less get you where you need to go.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 1996 Honda Civic del Sol running newer, longer. To learn how often Honda recommends you have the oil changed in your 1996 Civic del Sol, check out the information table at the beginning of this page. Remember, things like average outside temperature or frequency of trips could increase or decrease this interval for your specific vehicle. 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 Honda Civic del Sol.

Maintaining your Honda Civic del Sol steering and suspension system can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. That's important if you plan on taking the road less traveled! You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, provide the appropriate Honda Civic del Sol 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. Prevent damage or premature wear and tear on your Honda Civic del Sol's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you fall behind on routine Honda Civic del Sol maintenance (or worse, don’t do it at all!), you (and your engine) could quickly lose your cool when there's a problem on the road–especially if that problem is an overheated engine or broken A/C. We can help you with all those issues. Our technicians have the knowledge and tools to repair and maintain the heating and cooling systems for your Honda Civic del Sol’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Honda Civic del Sol? We got it. Is your A/C blowing hot air? We’re here to fix that, too. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 1996 Honda Civic del Sol maintenance and repairs.

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