​​Vehicle Maintenance Checklist for Spring​ 

It’s that time of year when you need to make sure your car is ready for spring weather changes. With spring comes both warm and cold temperatures, lots of rain, and big storms, which means that you will be using your Honda in a wide variety of road and weather conditions.  

Check Your Vehicle’s Battery 

Wintertime is always the worst on a car’s battery, which is why spring is a time when the battery in your Honda may finally fail after the months of cold-weather abuse. So, bring your vehicle to the service department at Michael Hohl Honda to let the qualified technicians perform a battery health check. This will help you understand what kind of life it has left.  

Make Sure Your Tires Are Properly Aired Up 

As the weather changes, your tires will naturally lose air. You should always check your tires when they are cold, as that’s when they have the least air. To see the proper psi, simply open your driver’s door and check the sticker on the door jam. If your tires require 35 psi and are reading 32, that’s okay because as they heat up while driving, the air pressure will increase. However, if they are lower than 30 psi, you should pump them up to within 2-3 psi of the vehicle’s minimum specifications.  

Low Tire Pressure Can Cause Uneven and Premature Wear 

With that being said, if your tires are driven on low air pressure, this can cause damage and make them wear unevenly and prematurely. Just looking at them, your tires may look fine, but there may be tread wear that’s difficult to see when your car is on the ground. Stop by the service department at Michael Hohl Honda to have your tires checked to ensure they’re wearing evenly and properly.  

Get Some New Windshield Wipers 

While Carson City, Nevada, only averages about 10.3 inches of rainfall per year, spring rainstorms can bring unexpected and annoying consequences – squeaky windshield wipers. Old wipers are annoying to listen to and will never adequately clear water from your windshield, often leaving distracting streaks and a buildup of film. Your wipers are an important, low-cost preventive maintenance item that shouldn’t be overlooked. While you’re at it, keep some spare windshield washer fluid in your vehicle or at home so you’ll have enough when you need it.  

A Fresh Set of Fluids Will Make Your Car Run Better 

Sooner than you expect, hotter weather will become the norm again, and before that takes a toll on your car, you should have a preventative fluid service. This may include an oil change, either a top-up or drain and refill of fresh coolant that keeps your engine running cooler and more efficient, new oil, air, and fuel filters, brake fluid flush, and possibly a transmission and differential fluid service. Each of these services will prolong the life of your vehicle and ensure it is running as well as it can.  

The Cabin Air Filter is Often Overlooked but Very Important 

Don’t forget your cabin air filter. A cabin air filter is vital to your health while driving around. Cabin air filters trap unwanted contaminants in the air and prevent them from entering your vehicle’s cabin while driving. If you notice you’re sneezing or your nose is clogged while driving, it could mean your cabin air filter is clogged and needs to be changed.  

The Service Department of Michael Hohl Honda Is Here to Help 

The service department at Michael Hohl Honda will happily take care of your vehicle, even if you didn’t buy it from them. Whether you have a new or used car, a Honda or another brand, our qualified technicians can service your car, truck, SUV, or van and get you back on the road in no time.  

Why Choose Michael Hohl Honda   

Take advantage of new specials at Michael Hohl Honda. At Michael Hohl Honda, we take the utmost pride in offering you the absolute best experience possible. Whether you are looking for a new or used car, our sales team and finance department will work with you to secure the best possible price. When it comes to servicing your vehicle, our service center will take care of your car as if it were one of their own. And our parts center will take care of all your Honda accessory needs.    

We look forward to working with you. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Why is spring maintenance important for my Honda?

Spring maintenance is good for my Honda. It helps my car get better after a winter. The battery, tires and fluids get stressed out in winter. So spring maintenance makes sure they are okay. It helps my Honda stay reliable when the weather gets warmer.

2. How often should I check my Honda battery?

You should check your Honda battery a year. Spring is a time to do it. Cold weather can make the battery weak. If you check it often it will last longer.

3. What should I check for tire maintenance in spring?

In spring you should check your tire pressure. You should also check the tread. See if they are worn out. The temperature change can affect the air pressure. So make sure your tires have the pressure. You can find the pressure on the drivers door.

• Check tire pressure
• Check tread condition
• Check wear

4. What fluids are included in Honda maintenance?

There are fluids, in Honda maintenance.

• Engine oil
• Coolant
• Brake fluid
• Transmission fluid
• Windshield washer fluid

These fluids help my Honda run well. They keep my car safe and healthy.

5. When should windshield wipers be replaced?

You should replace your windshield wipers every 6 to 12 months. If they streak or make it hard to see replace them sooner. Spring is a time to get new wipers. It starts to rain a lot in spring.