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If you keep the components of your vehicle in good condition, it can extend the life of your vehicle and help it perform better. Our staff at Economy Honda Superstore can help you stay informed about your vehicle. We have included some information about your vehicle's alternator below.

An alternator is part of your vehicle's charging system, which also includes the battery and starter. It keeps the battery charged while your vehicle is running, and it also helps electrical components function, such as the windshield wipers and headlights.  

Brake fluid is also called hydraulic fluid, and it is an important substance that aids in the overall function of your braking system. It is housed in the brake lines and needs to be drained and replaced to ensure your brakes work properly. When your vehicle doesn't have enough brake fluid, your vehicle won't be able to stop when you use the brake pedal. Read our content below to learn more about brake fluid.

Brake fluid is manufactured with a glycol base or a silicone base. Glycol-based brake fluid is usually manufactured for vehicles with Anti-lock Brake Systems…

Without a car battery, a vehicle simply won't start. It is the device which provides the initial spark which allows your vehicle to fire up. That is why our team here at Economy Honda Superstore want to ensure that you know how to properly test your car battery.

First, make sure the car is completely off as well as any of the lights. Next, use a voltmeter to read the voltage of the car by connecting the positive end to the positive terminal and the negative end to the negative terminal. 

One of the ways that people care about their car is through detailing. However, there is one tool that is super effective at detailing. It is the clay bar. There are quite a few advantages to using the clay bar when detailing a vehicle. Otherwise, there would be no use for them.

In the life of a vehicle, it is constantly getting exposed to different elements and collects contaminants. Washing the vehicle is not going to get rid of all of the contaminants. However, using a clay bar can take care of the issue. 

Keeping your vehicle's transmission is optimal shape is recommended to ensure that your car runs smoothly. Routine transmission services are important because they replace transmission fluid that is needed to lubricate and cool your transmission. To learn more about your transmission, please read further.

How often should you have your transmission serviced? This depends on the manufacturer's recommendation. With some cars, manufacturers will suggest the transmission should be served based on mileage intervals or time intervals. 

The motor oil that goes into your vehicle may be different than what’s required for other vehicles. It’s all identified by viscosity, which is the fluid’s resistance to flow. There are two numbers in motor oil. The one before the "W" is the grade equivalent when the oil’s viscosity is at room temperature. The number after the "W" is the equivalent grade oil when the viscosity is at 100 degrees Celsius.

Motor oil thins out when it gets hot and thickens when it cools. You have to choose the correct motor oil for your vehicle based…

There are two principle sections to your engine, the engine core, and the engine head. Every car engine is separated into these two parts with other parts working inside to create the power your engine generates. Both of these sections consist of hard metals. The head gasket—or cylinder head gasket—is the seal that connects the two parts. The seal protects the internal parts of the engine from debris, contains fluid or gases within the parts, and maintains pressure integrity. 

Many different cooling system parts must work together to keep your engine temperatures down and your motor running. One of the most important of these parts is your cooling system fan. This part keeps cool air flowing over your radiator and your motor, and this effect is most pronounced when your vehicle is sitting at rest.

In order for your fan to get the most out of its blades, it needs to sit at the proper distance from the radiator, the fan shroud, and the engine itself. Sometimes stock or replacement fans are located too far from or too close…

Oil changes are probably the most inexpensive maintenance we do on our vehicles, despite having to do them several times a year. Suddenly, you’re told your vehicle needs synthetic oil and you’re wondering if it’s really necessary. The answer is yes, it is necessary if it’s what the car manufacturer recommends. At Economy Honda Superstore, we will also advise you honestly and provide the oil that meets the needs of your car.

What is synthetic oil and why is it recommended? Synthetic oil is a special blend of oil that does the following:

• Keeps engine cleaner…

Depending on your readiness, a road trip can either be extremely fun or a total nightmare. It all goes back to car proper car maintenance and checkup just before the trip. Therefore, before you set off, you will want to be a hundred percent sure that your car is up to the challenge. By doing so, you will prevent expensive repairs and annoying headaches on the road. The service team here at Economy Honda Superstore suggests that you check the following things before your journey.

• Battery check - If your car has a problem starting, you may need to replace the…