If your Honda Civic, CRV or Accord has displayed the B1 service code on its maintenance minder, this indicates it’s time for an oil change. Routine car servicing can keep it running efficiently while also helping avoid major problems from developing later on.
Honda’s onboard maintenance technology monitors several variables and records the performance of various parts to identify whether servicing is needed. Regular service helps improve safety, performance, efficiency and durability ensuring a long and trouble-free driving experience for you.
Engine Oil Change
Engine oil change service costs can be an essential element of overall Honda maintenance costs, so it is wise to schedule regular oil changes every 3,000 to 4,000 miles for optimal engine health and to prevent more expensive repairs down the road.
Your car’s engine consists of a complex network of metal parts that rub against each other thousands of times per minute without being properly lubricated with oil; without this lubricant they can become extremely hot, potentially leading to overheating of components and increasing vehicle emissions.
Over time, this can lead to extensive engine component damage. Luckily, our friendly mechanics in the Economy Honda Service Department can make sure that regular oil changes take place to help prevent this problem from arising.
Your Honda oil keeps its various engine parts lubricated and running efficiently, eliminating friction that results in overconsumption of fuel – potentially stalling out or even breaking down its operation. When this happens, old or insufficient oil may cause friction that leads to increased frictional resistance from moving parts that interact directly. Insufficient or old oil could even cause your vehicle to stop working altogether altogether!
Brake Inspection
Brakes are an integral component of any vehicle and should be regularly inspected and serviced to avoid degradation that poses a safety risk. Without adequate maintenance, brakes could deteriorate over time and become an unsafe hazard – potentially endinganger lives on the road.
Your Honda technician will perform a detailed examination of your brakes, including pads and rotors, fluid levels and hoses. He’ll also carefully inspect the parking brake mechanism that protects against rolling as soon as you stop driving.
As part of your B1 service, your technician will replace both engine oil and its associated filter. This should be performed every six months or 3,000 miles depending on driving habits and oil quality used.
By taking advantage of this service, you will likely enjoy an increase in gas mileage and more comfortable rides. Your mechanic will also inspect the brake system for wear and tear; should any be found, they will offer quick, cost-effective solutions.
Fluid Checks
When your Honda Maintenance Minder system displays this code on your dashboard, it is a sure sign it’s time for service. Letter ‘B’ indicates your car needs oil change/filter replacement/mechanical inspection services while number ‘1’ signals you require tire rotation services.
Keep up with routine maintenance to avoid getting a B1 service code and prevent costly repairs in the future. By keeping up with your scheduled tasks, your car can stay healthy and you may avoid costly repairs in the future.
At Tom Wood Honda of Anderson, our service center provides a complete lineup of Honda services – such as our B1 service – designed to keep your Honda running in top condition. This involves checking its engine, transmission, radiator brake system and power steering gear while flushing any old fluids out to protect against corrosion. In addition, we’ll inspect brake pads, rotors, fluid levels, driveshaft boots and hoses to make sure everything’s in optimal shape.
Tire Rotation
When the Honda B1 service code appears on your dashboard, it’s a sure sign that it is time for an oil change and tire rotation. The letter B stands for oil filter replacement along with mechanical inspection; while 1, which indicates tire rotation needs, can indicate when this procedure should occur.
For optimal tire care, rotating them every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or every six months should help to ensure optimal condition of the tires. How and where you drive will determine how often this needs to occur.
Apple Tree Honda near Cortland will work with you to design a maintenance schedule tailored specifically to your driving habits and needs. From off-roaders to Asheville road enthusiasts, our experts can ensure your tires remain properly tended.