We can feel a chill in the air here in Crystal Lake. Fall is here in full force, which means that it won't be long until winter arrives. That's cause for celebration for some drivers, but others feel more dread with every snowflake that falls. No matter which camp you're in, however, one thing unites you with other drivers in the Schaumburg area: your Honda vehicle needs seasonal maintenance to ensure that it has everything it needs to perform its best as the weather gets colder. Fortunately, our Honda service center is ready to help you whip your car into shape for fall, and we are eager to lend a hand.
Fall Services to Help Your Honda Vehicle Perform at Full Strength
Seasonal maintenance is an important part of preparing your Honda vehicle to perform at its best. As the weather cools down and winter approaches, it's essential to check a few items off your to-do list to make sure that your vehicle has what it needs to run smoothly and safely. Here are a few of the top fall maintenance items that we recommend to help you give your car the edge it needs as you explore the Elgin area.
Oil Change
Oil changes are important year-round, so we highly recommend that you check this basic maintenance item off your list when the seasons change to ensure that your engine has everything it needs to be at its best. Oil lubricates your engine parts to reduce wear and tear and enhance efficiency, but it can't do its job if it's old and dirty. Regular oil changes help to keep your oil fresh so that your engine works.
Battery Service
A cold snap can be all it takes for a weak battery to become a dead one. Cold weather saps your car battery of its strength, so your battery is more likely to give up on you if it is already weak. That's why it's so common for drivers to wake up in the morning to a car that won't start. So, how do you get around this? Our team here at our dealership can run voltage tests on your battery to see if it's strong enough to handle dropping temperatures. If it turns out that your battery is too weak to go on, we can fit your car with a replacement so that you don't end up with any battery-related surprises.
Wiper Blades
Having working wiper blades is crucial, especially during the parts of the year when you're more likely to get rained on or snowed on. Being able to clear your windshield is a matter of safety, so we highly recommend checking your wiper blades to make sure that they are in good shape. If you notice that your wiper blades are worn or that they leave streaks or skip across your windshield, it might be time to replace them.
Winter Tires
We can also swap out your tires for winter tires here at our service center near Barrington and Saint Charles, IL. If you don't have a set of winter tires, we can help you find the perfect match. Why is it important to switch to winter tires? Winter tires are made specifically to help you tackle cold weather and snowy road conditions. They're made of a softer rubber compound, which helps them stay flexible on cold pavement. They also have deeper, wider tread patterns. These features make it easier for winter tires to gain traction on cold, snowy roads.
Schedule Service
Ready to make an appointment at our service center serving Libertyville, IL? You can make an appointment using our online service scheduler to get started, or you can give us a call at our service center to speak with a member of our team directly. We look forward to serving you, and we hope to see you soon.
