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This page is intended to provide you with a clear, concise schedule for maintaining your Honda & Acura vehicle.  Following these recommendations will ensure that your vehicle stays in optimum condition and that your ownership experience is a pleasurable one.  Blake's Automotive uses the manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations as a guideline, then makes adjustments based on local and environmental factors.  These factors range from winter cold, extreme summer heat or perhaps even local road conditions.  Please follow our maintenance service schedules each time you call for service.  If you have specific questions about your particular vehicle, please don’t hesitate to ask us.  It is our goal to deliver quality care at its very best. We use only Genuine Honda & Acura Parts and fluids.  We promise accurate diagnosis and service. Our dedicated, highly skilled owner Blake is committed to providing informed, accurate answers to your questions.  We want to achieve your complete satisfaction by providing the most convenient, efficient and pleasurable service you have ever experienced.  It is our mission to make you a customer for life.  The 3,750 Mile Service Schedule is what we recommend for your Honda & Acura.  Oil changes should be performed every 3 to 6 months, even if your miles are less than a scheduled service interval.  If you would prefer the 3,000, 3,750 or 5000 Mile Service Schedule, please let us know.  Thank you again for choosing Blake's Automotive We look forward to meeting all of your Honda & Acura service needs.  Please scroll down this page to see how we can best serve you.  Current ACURA models include; TL, RL, TSX, RDX, MDX, ZDX.  Current HONDA models include;  Accord, Civic, Pilot, Odyssey, Fit, CRV, CRZ, Insight, Element, Crosstour, FCX, & Ridgeline.   
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Warranty & Regular Maintenance
Service & Repair  
 

* New HONDA & ACURA Warranties are 100% Satisfied 

* HONDA Certified Master Technician

* Warranty Scheduled Maintenance

* Factory Trained & ASE Certified

* Genuine HONDA Factory OEM Parts & Fluids 

  
HONDA - ACURA Oil & Filter Service:  $29.95  *Prices vary by model 
Mileage: Every 3,000 to 5,000 or every 3-5 months - Your choice...
CODE A-1
 
Engine oil, oil filter, & drain washer - replace
Fluid levels - top off
Lube hinges, locks, latches, and hood cable
Front / Rear brakes - visual inspection
Tires - inspect, adjust pressure & inspect tire wear pattern
Lights - check operation
Wipers - check condition 
Battery - inspect, clean & protect
Reset maintenance light 
  
HONDA - ACURA 5,000 Mile Service:  $49.95* 
*prices vary by model 
Mileage: 5,000 - 10,000 - 20,000 etc. Miles or every 4 to 6 months 
CODE B-1
 
Engine oil, oil filter, & drain washer - replace
Fluid levels - top off
Lube hinges, locks, latches, and hood cable
Front / Rear brakes - visual inspection 
Lights - check operation
 
Battery - inspect, clean & protect
Fuel lines, tank, lines & connections - inspect
Throttle linkage - lubricate 
Suspension mounting bolts - inspect
Tires - inspect & rotate tires; adjust pressure & inspect tire wear pattern
Coolant system - Check level & test protection
Wipers - check operation & wear
Parking brake - adjust & lube as needed
Rear brake drums & shoes - clean, lube, & adjust 
Front/Rear disc calipers & hoses - inspect
Rear differential - Honda Pilot & Ridgeline, Acura MDX, 7,500 mile break-in - replace ( extra cost )* 
Engine Air filter - inspect
Cabin a/c filter(s) - inspect 
Exhaust system - inspect
Power steering system, gearbox, and axle boots - inspect
Reset maintenance light
Road test and quality control check 
 
HONDA - ACURA 15,000 Mile Service:  $149.95* 
*prices vary by model  
Mileage: 15,000 - 45,000 - 75,000 - 105,000 - etc. or every 12 months

Engine oil, oil filter, & drain washer - replace
Fluid levels - top off
Lube hinges, locks, latches, and hood cable
Front / Rear brakes - visual inspection 
Lights - check operation 
Battery - inspect, clean & protect
Automatic transmission fluid - drain & refill if needed
Rear differential - replace fluid if applicable
Front differential - inspect fluid condition & level 
Fuel lines, tank, lines & connections - inspect
Throttle linkage - lubricate if applicable 
Inspect engine valve clearances
Tires - inspect & rotate tires; adjust pressure & inspect tire wear pattern
Coolant system - Inspect & test protection - Replace @ 60,000 or 105,00 miles if required* 
Wipers - check operation & wear and replace wiper inserts if needed 
Parking brake - adjust & lube as needed
Rear brake drums & shoes - clean, lube, & adjust  
Engine air filter element - inspect
Cabin a/c filter(s) - replace if needed 
Exhaust system - inspect
Suspension mounting bolts - inspect
Reset maintenance light
Road test and quality control check   

HONDA - ACURA 30,000 Mile Service:  $299.95* 
*prices vary by model
Mileage: 30,000 - 60,000 - 90,000 - 120,000 - etc. or every 24 months 
 
Engine oil, oil filter, & drain washer - replace
Fluid levels - top off all
Lube hinges, locks, latches, and hood cable
Front / Rear brakes - visual inspection
Transmission fluid - drain & refill
Rear differential - replace fluid if applicable
Front differential - replace fluid if applicable
Lights - check operation
Clutch - adjust if applicable
Battery - inspect, clean & protect 
Fuel filter - replace if applicable
Fuel lines, tank, lines & connections - inspect
Throttle linkage - lubricate
Inspect engine valve clearances 
Spark plugs - replace (if applicable 60,000 or 105,000 miles)*
Distributor cap & rotor - inspect if applicable 
Tires - inspect & rotate tires; adjust pressure & inspect tire wear pattern
Coolant system - Replace fluid if required
Wipers - check operation & wear and replace wiper inserts if needed 
Parking brake - adjust & lube as needed
Rear brake drums & shoes - clean, service, & adjust 
Front/Rear disc calipers & hoses - Inspect 
Engine air filter - Replace

Cabin a/c filter(s) - replace 
Exhaust system - inspect
Suspension, struts & steering - inspect 
Brake Fluid - replace and bleed system
Reset maintenance light
Road test and quality control check 
  
HONDA -ACURA Brake Service:  *prices vary by model
 
Install Genuine HONDA OEM factory brake pads
Inspect, clean, & lubricate caliper - Replace Brake Calipers if needed
Inspect, clean, & replace hardware if needed
Inspect rotors for wear, lateral runout, & glazing - Replace Brake Rotors if needed
Inspect, clean, lubricate, & adjust rear brake shoes/drums systems if applicable
Inspect rear brake wheel cylinders if applicable - Replace Brake Wheel Cylinders if needed
Bleed brake Fluid system
Road test and quality control check 
 
HONDA - ACURA Drive Axles & Axle Seals:  *prices vary by model 
 
Replace complete drive axle assembly - recommended 
Replace transmission axle oil seals if necessary
Replace transmission fluid
Replace axle nut and torque to factory specs   
Inspect, clean, & lubricate as needed
Road test and quality control check
 

 

 

HONDA - ACURA Timing Belt Replacement:  *prices vary by engine type & series
( Mileage intervals based on engine type & series ) 
 
Install timing belt & balancer belt if applicable
Serpentine, multi-rib, & all V-belts recommended 
Waterpump recommended
Timing belt tensioner & spring if applicable recommended
Balancer shaft belt tensioner & spring recommended if applicable
Timing idler pulley recommended 
Timing belt automatic tensioner adjuster recommended if applicable
Crankshaft, camshaft(s), & balancer shaft oil seals if applicable - recommended
Balance shaft oil seal retainer plate if applicable - required installation
Replace engine coolant with waterpump replacement - recommended  
Inspect & clean as necessary
Road test and quality control check
 
HONDA - ACURA Engine Valve Adjustment:  *prices vary by model & engine type & series
( Mileage intervals based on engine type & series )   
 
Required Service - Risk of burning exhaust valves & engine damage!
Owners Manual is incorrect for USA market:
 
Adjust engine valves to factory specs ( Cold Engine Required )
Replace valve cover gasket(s), sealing washers, & spark plug tube seals - all engines
Replace intake manifold gaskets - 6 cylinder engines
6 cylinder engines, 1998 to present* - every 60,000 to 105,000 miles*
4 cylinder engines, - ( up to 2.3 liter engine size ) - every 15,000 to 30,000 miles*
4 cylinder engines, - ( 2.4 liter engine size ) - every 60,000 to 105,000 miles*
*Mileage interval and Labor rate is dependent on model, engine type & series
Road test and quality control check   
 
HONDA - ACURA Battery Service:  *prices vary by model
 
Install HONDA battery
Inspect, clean, & protect battery terminals
Test Charging & electrical system
Reset security code if applicable ( have your radio code available for reset)
 
* Prices vary by year, model, engine type & series...
We Will Beat Any Factory Price!
 
Additional Intermediate & Major Service Requirements
Could Vary by Model and Mileage Intervals

Every 30,000 miles......Adjust engine valves - all 4 cylinder engines 2.3 liter and smaller and certain year models every 15,000 miles. 
 
Every 60,000 miles.......Fuel filter and distributor cap & rotor - replaced every 60,000 miles - certain year models
Platinum spark plugs - Replaced every 60,000 miles - certain year models Serpentine belt - Replaced every 60,000 miles for certain year models.  Adjust engine valves 1999 - present V6 engines - recommended.
 
Every 90,000 miles.......Engine timing belt - Replace every 90,000 miles for 1990 - 1996 models; inspect water pump, components,  & accessory drive belts for wear and damage.
 
Every 100,000 miles.....Fuel filter - replace every 100,000 miles or when fuel pressure drops below factory specifications.

Every 105,000 miles....Spark plugs - replace platinum every 105,000 miles - Engine timing belt - Replace every 105,000 miles for 1997 - 2002 4 cylinder engines;  1999 - present 6 cylinder engines; inspect water pump, components, & accessory drive belts for wear and damage - Adjust engine valves 1999 - present V6 engines.
 
 
Service Alerts:* 
 
Engine oil pan drain bolt hole thread damage:  This is caused by (1) not replacing the engine oil drain bolt crush washer at every oil change (2) overtorquing the engine oil pan drain bolt to non-factory specs (3) cross-threading the drain bolt during the installation process.
 
Burned engine valves and excess wear:  This is caused by (1) improper valve adjustments (2) adjusting valves when engine temperature is not to factory specs (3) not adjusting valves at factory intervals or (4) no valve adjustment performed.  
 

The purpose of a valve adjustment is to bring the clearance between the tip of valve stem and the rocker arm back in to the specified clearance that was determined by HONDA.  As the camshaft rotates, it pushes on the valve stem by a rocker arm, to open the valves inside the combustion chambers at the proper time. The valves are closed automatically by the valve springs.  If the valve clearance is too small, the valves will never fully close when they should be doing so to reduce heat, and this will eventually burn the engine valve, valve seat surface, cause misfiring, and eventually engine damage.  The vehicle may also exhibit rough running characteristics either cold, hot or all the time.  If the valve clearances get too loose, this will lead to a noisy running engine and will eventually wear and damage the camshaft lobes, rocker arms and the tips of the valves themselves.

 

Exhaust valves clearances typically get smaller and intake valve clearances get larger over time and mileage.  This is why we recommend regular valve adjustments.  You can not notice if your valve train system is fine just by listenening to them.  If you hear ticking noises, it is because of loose intake valve clearances.  Tight exhaust valve clearances will not be audible.  The USA market is incorrect in their sales and marketing to list the longer valve adjustment intervals.  The European market is still correct and should be followed.  We will always have the correct HONDA Factory Valve Adjustment Intervals based on your exact engine type and series.

 
*  We will document your service repair order at the time of your first service.  if your vehicle has one of these symptoms.  Our Certified Inspection Checklist will document all symptoms and issues.
 
Maintenance Minder System
 
For cars equipped with Honda’s Maintenance Minder System, the following list describes services needed when one of your Maintenance Indicator lights turns on.  Earlier verhicles may display a, "Maintenance Required" light on your dash, which means a service interval is required.
  
"Maintenance Required" INDICATOR 
• Service required based on miles driven
 
Maintenance Minder System INDICATOR
• Service is needed based on how you drive your vehicle and miles driven
 
"A" INDICATOR:  *prices vary by model   
• Change engine oil

"B" INDICATOR:  *prices vary by model 
• Change oil and filter
• Top off all fluid levels
• Adjust tire pressure
• Check front and rear brake pad wear, and service calipers
• Check and adjust parking brake
• Lubricate locks and hinges
• Rotate tires
• Inspect the following:
- Tie rod ends, steering box, and boots
- All suspension components
- All brake hoses and lines, including ABS system
- Exhaust system
- All fuel lines and fuel connections; re-torque as needed
- Drive shaft boots

Indicators for Individual Services:

"1" INDICATOR*prices vary by model 
• Rotate tires

"2" INDICATOR: *prices vary by model 
• Replace air filter element
• Replace dust and pollen filter
• Inspect drive belt

"3" INDICATOR: *prices vary by model 
• Replace transmission fluid

"4" INDICATOR:  *prices vary by model 
• Replace spark plugs and timing belt
• Adjust valve clearance
• Inspect water pump and all accessory belts

"5" INDICATOR:  *prices vary by model
• Replace engine coolant

"6" INDICATOR:  *prices vary by model 
• VTM service


If the maintenance indicator light is on, we recommend that you give us a call to see if you need to have a service appointment.  Sometimes the light comes on before or after your next service interval is due.  Please call Blake's Automotive at your earliest opportunity.  BLAKE'S AUTOMOTIVE will put a static cling next service due reminder on your drivers windshield after every service we perform for you.  This windshield reminder is what you should follow, since the reminder light is based on miles driven from when it was last reset and may be inaccurate.