Q: What do I do if my car is stuck in park?
A: Honda vehicles have a shift interlock cover either on top of the steering column or on top of the gearshift ring. You can remove the cover and insert a key which will allow you to remove the vehicle out of park.
Q: Does my car have a timing belt and when should I replace it?
A: All 2001 and earlier Hondas have a timing belt that should be serviced every 90-100k miles, Starting in 2002 the four cylinder Accord, Element, CR-V , and Civic Hybrids have zero maintenance timing chains. The 2001-2005 Civic has a timing belt as Well as ALL V6 Honda engines.
Q: When should I change my oil?
A: On most 2005 and later Hondas the oil should be changed when the oil life gets down to 15%.
Q:What do I do if I’ve lost my keys?
A: Most Hondas built since 1998 have what is called an Immobilizer system. An immobilizer system is a theft prevention device that only lets the car to be started with a programmed key. If all keys have been lost the car must be towed to a dealership so that new keys can be cut and programmed.
Q: When Should I replace my tires?
A: The minimum tread depth for a Texas state inspection is 3/32” . Driving on tires with a tread depth lower than this is very dangerous.
Q: when should I Rotate my tires?
A: Honda recommends you rotate your tires every 5000 miles.
Q: My break lights won’t go off on my older Honda. What do I do?
A: Typically this problem occurs when the brake light switch pad is cracked and deteriorated, and can be fixed by replacing with a new one for around $5.00. Call us with the year make and model of your Honda and we will be glad to help. 940-239-5307
Sometimes if your battery goes completely dead your radio will ask for a code. The code is available on a card generally in your owner’s manual book. If you can find it follow these steps:
On most 2003 and newer Honda’s you can get the radios serial number by:
1. Ignition switch must be turned on. And Radio off.
2. With Radio off hold down 1 and 6
3. While holding turn radio on.
4. Radio will give serial number.
5. Call us with serial number and we will help you from there. 940-239-5307
The code can be found on the radio card supplied with your car. It is most likely with the owner’s manual. Use the radio preset buttons to enter the code.
Yes. It is required by law and is needed to title the vehicle. Your Social Security number is also needed to run against the OFAC (Office of Foreign Asset Control) list.
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