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While there are many important maintenance tasks to perform on your vehicle, one thing you should not neglect is the timing belt. This belt ensures that your engine is able to function properly. The timing belt is exposed to a lot of wear and tear over time, so you will need to replace it periodically.

Manufacturers often have a recommended maintenance schedule. This will include when to replace the timing belt. The schedule is usually printed in the owner's manual for easy reference. You should start thinking about replacement anywhere between 60,000 miles and 100,000 miles. 

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.  

Parents keep their children in car seats to keep them safe. However, many parents are choosing car seats that are not appropriate for the size and age of their child. To find out which type of car seat is best for your child, read our car seat tips below.

Children under the age of one should always ride in a rear-facing car seat. A rear-facing car seat is the safest, which is why you should try to keep them in this type for as long as possible. When your child is two years old, you can move them to a…

You are a first-time buyer who is excited to get into the business of car ownership. The exuberance, however, is slowly waning as it seems that no lender wants to take a chance on you since you have a limited credit history. A co-signer may be the remedy to your issue.

By definition, a co-signer is someone who agrees to take financial responsibility for the loan if you fail to make timely payments. Most creditors will approve you for funding if you have a co-buyer with a good credit score and a firm source of income. 

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…

When you have a truck, it's important to know how much weight it can carry and how much weight it can tow. At Economy Honda Superstore, we can explain the differences between towing and payload capacity and help you understand your options.

The amount of weight that can be placed in the cab and bed of a truck is its payload capacity. This number tends to be less than the towing rating, and confusing the two can lead to damage to the chassis, suspension, and frame of your truck. 

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. 

You should do all that you can to focus on what you are doing when you are driving. The team at Economy Honda Superstore wants you to be safe each time that you get out on the road. Today, we hope to share some tips with you that can help you to cruise safely on the streets of Chattanooga and beyond.

When you are looking to stay focused on your driving, avoid the distraction that a cellphone can bring into the car. Only use your phone while in emergency situations and do not touch it otherwise. 

Are you shopping for a used vehicle that will fit your budget, but will still be reliable? Stop down to Economy Honda Superstore today. We can run a vehicle history report on any of the vehicles that are currently on our lot, to give you a good picture of each vehicle you are interested in. Not sure what a vehicle history report is? Let's look at some of the information that can be found on this report:

• Accident history of the vehicle
• Maintenance history for a vehicle
• Current liens on the vehicle