How often should the Accord Hybrid be serviced?
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According to the maintenance manual, the service interval for the Accord is every 5,000 kilometers. Details are as follows: Introduction to car maintenance items: Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, supplying, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car, also known as car servicing. Car maintenance mainly includes the engine system, transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, power steering system, etc. The purpose of maintenance is to keep the car clean, maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate hidden dangers, prevent faults, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life. Introduction to maintenance precautions: The maintenance cycle varies greatly among different car series and brands, mainly due to differences in the specific technical conditions of different vehicles. Different brands of vehicles are equipped with engines of different designs. Some engines are made of better materials and have higher precision, resulting in relatively less wear; while some cars have higher requirements for engine oil, or even special requirements. Therefore, brand cars generally require corresponding original engine oil for lubrication.
I've been driving an Accord Hybrid for several years. The maintenance cycle usually follows the manual's recommendations, with Honda officially suggesting every 7,500 miles or once a year. However, the hybrid system is special, requiring additional checks on the high-voltage battery and motor wiring during each service to prevent battery degradation from long-term use. Oil changes are crucial because the hybrid's engine doesn't start as frequently at low speeds, which may cause the oil to deteriorate faster, requiring professional equipment to test oil quality. Air filters and brake fluid also need regular checks, especially when driving in extremely hot or cold regions, requiring extra care for engine protection. In city traffic with frequent start-stop cycles, it's advisable to service every six months to prevent minor issues. I usually keep track of the mileage myself to ensure timely visits to the shop. The car has run over 100,000 miles smoothly, saving a lot on repair costs.
