I have a 2021 Honda HR-V. I only drive around 7000-7500 miles a year. 95% of that is travel less than 10 miles a day. I currently have 17,500 miles on the car. I had the brake fluid replaced at 17,200 miles as the car was 2.5 years old. I change the oil and filter every 5000 miles. My question is, since I only put very low miles on the car, should I be on a “time schedule” for changing fluids like the transmission, coolant, etc. if so, what kind of time line would you suggest. I plan on keeping this vehicle for many, many years and want to take care of it by doing the services needed when warranted.
thank you,
Stacie
I had the brake fluid replaced at 17,200 miles as the car was 2.5 years old.
this was completely unnecessary. It's good for at least 100k or 10y.
should I be on a “time schedule” for changing fluids like the transmission, coolant, etc.
transmission is fine, but coolant degrades with time. Take a look at jug of Honda coolant, but it'll probably say 5 years.
what kind of time line would you suggest
every year or less for the oil, if you don't hit 5k. maybe even 6mo sice short trips aren't good for the engine. You'll get moisture and contamination buildup in the engine. possibly even dilution by fuel.
that should be about it.
Watch for dry rotting on things like tires, belts, and bushings, but that's way down the road.
Thank you you for the information. I was kind of going back and forth on the on the brake fluid. I guess I just wanted to be safe since I live by the ocean. But now I know I can wait much longer on that one.
Cool car, whether it is the American version or International version.
I’ll second MountainMan suggestions. That is a good baseline.
Thank you. I quite enjoy it. Great gas mileage. Lots of storage. Just wish it had a tiny bit more horsepower. But it’s been a great car so far 😊