2009 Honda Civic Scheduled Maintenance

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Your Honda Civic isn’t just a car. It’s a part of your lifestyle. Keep it running newer, longer and schedule your routine maintenance appointment today.

2009 Honda Civic Maintenance Schedule

What is the manufacturer recommended maintenance schedule for a 2009 Honda Civic? Find maintenance info for your vehicle.

Maintenance for Your 2009 Honda Civic

What is the maintenance schedule for the 2009 Honda Civic?

Here’s Why 2009 Honda Civic Scheduled Maintenance Matters

Take care of your Honda Civic and it'll take care of you. With the right maintenance at the right time, your Civic 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 maintenance. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 2009 Honda Civic!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Honda, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, there’s a good chance that your vehicle’s recommended maintenance services will include fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Scheduling routine service appointments is one of the best ways to help extend your Civic's life, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and prevent common 2009 Honda Civic problems.

Learn About Vital Maintenance Needs for Your Honda Civic

Bring your 2009 Honda Civic to Firestone Complete Auto Care for factory-recommended maintenance services and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. This Courtesy Check can establish a baseline of what may need to be addressed during your service appointment. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your Civic's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Think you could be due for a new battery in your 2009 Honda Civic? Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Civic may need a replacement battery sooner. Taking short trips or exposing your car to extreme temperatures (like in the dead of winter or heat of summer) could reduce the life expectancy of your Honda Civic battery. Sure, you could wait until your battery is completely dead, but it’s a much wiser decision to replace it before you need to. Otherwise, you may find yourself (and your trusty Civic) stuck in the middle of nowhere. Your Honda Civic could quickly go from being a trusty ride to a source of stress in a matter of minutes.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 2009 Honda Civic running newer, longer. To learn how often Honda recommends you have the oil changed in your 2009 Civic, check out the information table at the beginning of this page. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. Talk to a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to know when to change your oil. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 2009 Honda Civic? We can help with that, too!

Routine upkeep for your Honda Civic suspension and steering system 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! Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, provide the appropriate Honda Civic 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. Components within your Honda Civic's steering system require regular maintenance.

Without routine Honda Civic maintenance, 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!). Don’t sweat it, though! Our technicians can take care of those issues, too. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we have what it takes to provide top-notch service for your Honda Civic engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Is your Honda Civic radiator in need of replacement? We’ve got your back. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 2009 Honda Civic maintenance.

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2009 Honda Civic Maintenance Q&A

Take an active role in maintaining your 2009 Honda Civic. Get answers to common Honda Civic maintenance questions and learn more about caring for your vehicle.

  • What should I do after hitting a pothole in my Honda Civic? You know your Honda Civic better than anyone else, so you’ll know if something doesn’t feel right while driving. Have your alignment checked (and adjusted if necessary) as soon as you notice a pulling steering wheel to prevent suspension damage or uneven tire wear.
  • When should I use high mileage oil in my Honda Civic? Do you have more than 75,000 miles on your Honda Civic? If so, request to switch to high mileage oil at your next oil change. This type of oil is specially formulated to keep aging engine parts in the best possible condition.
  • Can I ignore dashboard lights on my Honda? Because there might be a problem under the hood. Those warning lights are there for a reason! As soon as you notice that one’s illuminated, take your Honda Civic to Firestone Complete Auto Care so you can address any small problems long before they worsen.