Maintenance Tips for Your Unused Honda in Toms River, NJ
While we know that many Honda owners use their vehicles on a daily basis, we’re also aware that some of our customers are unable to drive their models as often as they used to. The members of our Service Department here at Honda of Toms River want to keep your drives safe and enjoyable, so read the article below to learn how you can care for your unused vehicle!
Battery Charge
One of the most important parts of your Honda’s powertrain is its battery. This component is integral to ignition, and it powers the electrical components of your vehicle such as infotainment, air conditioning, and more. When you embark on regular drives down Garden State Parkway, the alternator will charge the battery. However, if your vehicle remains unused in a garage or parking space, it will lose its charge, which often requires you to jump it in order for it to work. To prevent this from happening, it’s a good idea to take your Honda for a 20- to 30-minute-long drive at least once every two weeks. If you’re unable to drive the vehicle yourself, asking a friend or family member to take it for a spin can do wonders for its overall health.
Maintenance
In addition to regular drives, conducting regular inspections and scheduling maintenance appointments with professional technicians are great ways to ensure your Honda is in good shape for your Toms River travels. Each time you embark on a new trip, make note of your vehicle’s performance and dashboard warning lights. Unused or lightly-used models often have low tire air pressure, so be sure to check and re-inflate your tires as needed. Additionally, since the gas in your Honda’s tank can stagnate, be sure to add a stabilizer to reduce the risk of corrosion. While your oil levels may be sufficient, the quality can degrade after a long period of time. If you’ve experienced poor performance from your Honda CR-V, Accord, or Prologue, schedule a service appointment with us before your next trip to Riverwood Park Recreation.
Storage
While your vehicle is off the road, it’s important to make sure that it is being stored in a safe place. If you park your vehicle in your driveway or on the side of the road with little to no protection, it can become damaged in a number of ways. Extreme temperatures can damage important internal components, which could result in expensive repairs down the road. Additionally, harmful UV rays can damage paint and even fade upholstery in the cabin. To keep your Honda safe, the best course of action is to store it in a garage or other structure. However, if you do not have access to a garage, the next best thing is to purchase a high-quality vehicle cover. If you have any questions about which cover to buy, reach out to one of our certified technicians for expert advice!
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I'm very satisfied either way the program as long as my
Brought my civic in for A/C failing for the second time.
“ Brought my civic in for A/C failing for the second time. I was told that it was 3 months out of warranty. Service writer was very nice and was sorry he couldn’t do anything. It was a holiday weekend and Honda Corp was closed and he was unable to contact them. Hopefully Honda Corp will own up to the faulty A/C for the second time. 5 star is as for the gentleman (I believe Mike) that I dealt with. Honda Corp we will see if they honor the warranty. ”
I have taken my 2008 Ridgeline there for all service
“ I have taken my 2008 Ridgeline there for all service since I bought it. The service has always been excellent. Thankyou ”
He was so accurate in giving details and looking for a
“ He was so accurate in giving details and looking for a good deal for us within our budget. He did an amazing job ”
Whoever did the service, it was a good job.
“ Whoever did the service, it was a good job. Cleaning the car, isn’t cleaning of the floor mats included. ”
“ Ian was a pleasure to work with. He did everything he could to get us the vehicle we wanted. Highly recommend coming to Honda Toms River and asking for Ian! ”
Service was quick, easy, and helpful I appreciate that I
“ Service was quick, easy, and helpful I appreciate that I was able to get a new tire so quickly on such short notice. ”
You definitely do not feel pressured into buying a car.
“ You definitely do not feel pressured into buying a car. The salespeople let you take your time looking and make a decision. No pressure at all. This is the second time that I have purchased a car from here and I would go back again. Good customer service. ”
Great dealership is great service and is fair and timely.
“ Great dealership is great service and is fair and timely. Maintenances will probably be buying my next car in the next few years there. ”
Everyone was professional & friendly My experience was
“ Everyone was professional & friendly My experience was pleasant. The staff was professional & friendly. I appreciated that my car was washed & vacuumed also. ”
MIchele explained the service's recommended and ones that
“ MIchele explained the service's recommended and ones that I could wait on without compromising safety. Had oil Changed, rear brakes, wiper blades. ”
Best car dealership I have purchased a new car from.
“ Best car dealership I have purchased a new car from. Ian was great. Very helpful. ”
Service was great.
“ Service was great. Took my vehicle in at time of appointment and waited not too long for oil change and tire rotation ”
“ Had a wonderful experience with Franki Rivera purchasing a new Honda HR-V. He was very knowledgeable and professional. Excellent overall experience. ”
Friendly, efficient, professional, nice and calming.
“ Friendly, efficient, professional, nice and calming. Can I invite him and h is family for breakfas ”
Had a wonderful experience purchasing a brand new Honda
“ Had a wonderful experience purchasing a brand new Honda with Franki Rivera. Very knowledgeable salesman. ”
I worked with Paul Mcgreevy as my sales consultant.
“ I worked with Paul Mcgreevy as my sales consultant. He was very personable, knowledgeable, and made the overall experience a breeze. He was able to remove any extra stress you may feel with finding a new vehicle to either purchase or lease. I truly appreciated his ability to be attentive and willing to work with any concern or request. He ensures his customers are comfortable throughout the whole process. 10/10 would recommend ”
“ Yvette Rivera-Coates really was wonderful. She helped us secure a gorgeous CRV. It was a fair deal and she made sure we were happy with our decision. I highly recommend! ”
Great service including pickup/drop-off!
“ Great service including pickup/drop-off! Dean Magnavita is the best! The best part...I wasn't charged anything!!! Thank You Honda of Toms River. ”
“ The employees at Tom’s River Honda were very truthful, helpful, and polite regarding a service issue for my husband’s car. I would definitely recommend them. ”
Amazing It was a great experience for my first time being
“ Amazing It was a great experience for my first time being serviced. Thank you dean ”
“ I worked with Paul Mcgreevy as my sales consultant. He was very personable, knowledgeable, and made the overall experience a breeze. He was able to remove any extra stress you may feel with finding a new vehicle to either purchase or lease. I truly appreciated his ability to be attentive and willing to work with any concern or request. He ensures his customers are comfortable throughout the whole process. 10/10 would recommend ”
“ Five Star Experience!! If you’re looking for a car, I highly recommend working with sales consultant Paul Mcgreevy. He guided me through every step of the financing/leasing process making everything easy to understand. He was extremely helpful and took the time to find the best option that fit my budget. I would definitely recommend going to him! ”
Very helpful, knowledgeable and experienced in everything
“ Very helpful, knowledgeable and experienced in everything he spoke about. 10/10 experience over all ”
Very efficient The service was very efficient and
“ Very efficient The service was very efficient and thorough Would highly recommend Great service department ”
“ Pleased with my follow up maintenance after getting brand news tires. Dean was helpful in getting me everything I needed. ”
“ Another good visit ”
That was the best experience I had at dealer from the
“ That was the best experience I had at dealer from the beginning to the end ”
They worked with me on what car I was looking for and at
“ They worked with me on what car I was looking for and at what price. They were very patient with all the questions I had. ”
Fast, efficient, and they don't try to upsell you on
“ Fast, efficient, and they don't try to upsell you on things that aren't really needed. ”
I was extremely impressed with the service I received.
“ I was extremely impressed with the service I received. Truly exceeded my expectations. Mike was very helpful by explaining everything to me. 100% satisfied ”
Great service and reasonable pricing Micheal is very
“ Great service and reasonable pricing Micheal is very helpful and the dealership is accommodating. I have been going for years and appreciate the service. ”
Dean was very very nice.
“ Dean was very very nice. The wait was a little long but everything else was great ”
Very nice.
“ Very nice. Checked everything I asked for. Didn't change me for no reason You should get valets that know how to drive a stick shift though ”
The atmosphere was quite pleasant; Emily Seaman she was
“ The atmosphere was quite pleasant; Emily Seaman she was very professional and exceptionally efficient. She (Emily Seaman) was very helpful, and I really appreciated the speedy service ”
“ Smoothest dealership experience i have ever had! Yvette was AMAZING so helpful , sweet and definitely makes you feel like part of the family! Cannot wait to continue to do business with such amazing people ! Walked out with exactly what i wanted (: ”
“ Basic service handled in a professional courteous manner as i have come to ne expected from this dealer ”
Your listened to what was going on with vehicle.
“ Your listened to what was going on with vehicle. They gave their findings after inspections. Straight forward. ”
Was efficient and fast and gave great information, I
“ Was efficient and fast and gave great information, I appreciate the works Will come again ”
Was efficient and did service in a timely manner Great
“ Was efficient and did service in a timely manner Great advice too, on future things to do ”
Mike & David were very good representatives of TR Honda,
“ Mike & David were very good representatives of TR Honda, they tried their best To accommodate my needs. But, I was disappointed though, that during the oil change, the mechanic was not able to install the cabin filter.. Steve Sokol ”
“ I had a great experience dealing with Frankie and Joshua at Honda of Tom's River. At first the car I really wanted was gone when I arrived, however Frankie and Joshua made sure that I was able to walk out of there with a very good car, at a reasonable price. They were friendly throughout out and made feel like an appreciated customer. To top it off, they delivered the car to me since I had a rental for the time being. 4 out of 5 stars because there is always room for improvement. However, I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Will definitely return and highly recommend 👌 👍 ”
“ I'm very satisfied either way the program as long as my $950 + AC job cinrinyes to work ”