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I need an advice on maintaining my used car.

 
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leroycastellan123 leroycastellan123
New User | Posts: 3 | Joined: 07/11
Posted: 07/25/11
07:16 PM

I recently bought a Honda Civic 1998 model. I need advice on its maintenance, i usually go to repair shops but the repairs costs a lot. I am not familiar with this model's CONS, Please share your information about this model's disadvantages and how to handle them with minimal cost? thanks.  

imasmokeu92 imasmokeu92
New User | Posts: 20 | Joined: 08/11
Posted: 08/27/11
11:22 PM

biggest thing i would be worried about is the timing belt,should do one every 60k miles or 5 years.Its cheep insurance if it goes you can wipe out the motor  

coleb coleb
New User | Posts: 4 | Joined: 02/12
Posted: 02/18/12
08:26 PM

To avoid costly repair it starts with maintenance. The maintenance starts off with extending the life of your motor and a superior oil. Amsoil is the best synthetic oil in the world. Please visit my website www.syntheticoil-site.com/5041095   If you have any questions my number is located in the upper left of the home page in blue.  

AleaAustin AleaAustin
New User | Posts: 29 | Joined: 04/12
Posted: 04/03/12
10:14 PM

Have you get any user manual by it's previous owner that will help yo most that how to take care and maintain frequently each and every part of the car. A frequent maintenance at proper way also minimize the amount of repair if any need.  
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Nick.Joel Nick.Joel
User | Posts: 150 | Joined: 06/12
Posted: 08/31/12
03:29 AM

Look whether it will be a Honda or a BMW every car needs proper and regular maintenance. And from my prior experience I can assure you that Honda Civic is a reliable car. You do not have to worry that much. All you have to do to keep your cost low is proper maintenance at regular interval.  
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writerlilly writerlilly
New User | Posts: 3 | Joined: 11/12
Posted: 11/23/12
07:54 AM

Try taking your car into Walmart. They might be able to you an estimate about your car and fix it on the cheap. If not, then the best thing to do is to talk to your dealer. used cars oklahoma city  

manojkumar128254 manojkumar128254
New User | Posts: 17 | Joined: 10/12
Posted: 11/24/12
02:15 AM

Yeah, I am satisfied what are you saying buy if it's a family car from MUV segment than  it require regular service and maintenance. A good car accessories store and service store and service care should be chosen by you for maintaining car.  

Tami.P6 Tami.P6
New User | Posts: 27 | Joined: 01/13
Posted: 01/21/13
09:58 AM

Here are some of the points that used car owners must kept in mind,
-Take Your Car to service station annually. This is important because through checking of every part and fine tuning not only increases performance but assures your safety too.
-Do oil-Change at regular intervals.
-Always check the Fluid Levels
-Check for Tire Pressure and Alignment: The proper alignment of the wheels and correct pressure of the tires are very essential for the performance and life of the vehicle.
-Check the Brakes
-Wash your car occasionally
-Keep the car in garage if possible: Exterior color and luster of your car will last longer and need less maintenance if it is protected from Sun.

Drive with aim to save fuel. This will give you amazing results for sure, great mileage, smooth moving car, with lots of money saved on fuel and workshop bills.  
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autotoolguy autotoolguy
New User | Posts: 2 | Joined: 05/13
Posted: 05/08/13
12:02 AM

you can buy some car diagnostics tools for Do-It-Yourself. it is very easy. like a b c you can buy obd2 tools on www.cnautotool.com. they are very professional. I bought launch x431 for my car.  

josephjoe774 josephjoe774
New User | Posts: 5 | Joined: 04/13
Posted: 05/15/13
04:13 AM

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henry.budd henry.budd
Enthusiast | Posts: 257 | Joined: 01/12
Posted: 05/20/13
12:21 AM

It needs a regular maintenance job for Honda cars. You can follow some basic maintenance job such as fixing the cockpit, checking electronics gadgets, clearing the lenses, checking wheels and tires, replacing brake oil after certain mileage covered.  
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2013 Honda Civic
Body Style:
Coupe, Sedan
Rating:
Above Average

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