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How to Jump Start a Car

April 2nd, 2018 by
A car mechanic uses battery jumper cables to charge a dead battery.

Schedule Service It’s an unfortunate situation, but it happens to almost everyone: you’re stranded with a car that won’t turn on because the battery is dead. Use this guide to figure out how to jump start your car. This will require: Jumper cables Another vehicle Patience A little know-how Figure out how to jump start…

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What’s the Difference Between Active vs. Passive Car Safety Features?

April 2nd, 2018 by
2018 Honda Civic Red

New Honda Inventory The 21st century driver benefits from a host of car safety features to help prevent accidents and limit their severity, including: Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) Body Structure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) However, some people don’t…

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Valley Honda Wins President’s Award for 11th Year in a Row

March 23rd, 2018 by
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It’s no easy business earning a Honda President’s Award, but Valley Honda has just done it for the 11th consecutive year! That means we’ve shown excellent: Sales and Profitability Vehicle Condition Index (VCI) Scores Customer Service Experience (CSE) Scores Service Retention Sales and Profitability Let’s take a closer look at what it means to achieve…

How to Hand-Wax and Machine-Wax Your Car

February 28th, 2018 by
Waxing Materials On Car hood

Need to know how to wax your car? Simply read on for a quick and easy overview of: How to Wax a Car by Hand How to Conduct Machine-Assisted Waxing All it takes is the right know-how to get your vehicle to turn heads, whether you’re in the middle of Chicago or catching the sun…

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Hybrid vs. Non-Hybrid Vehicles: What’s the Difference?

February 28th, 2018 by
2018 Honda Clarity Plugin Hybrid Charging

“What is a hybrid car?” The answer might not be quite as straightforward as you think. You have normal hybrids, then you have plug-ins like the Clarity Plug-In and electric vehicles like the Clarity Electric. To help you grasp the basic differences, let’s go over: Difference between Hybrids and Non-Hybrids Difference between Hybrids and Plug-In…

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How Long Can You Ride a Donut for?

January 24th, 2018 by
tires

If you’ve been driving around on a donut tire, it’s important to get it replaced as soon as possible. Don’t keep driving around Naperville with a donut. Instead, make your way to Valley Honda to get it replaced. Get more information here, and then come see us for fast and easy service from a team…

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Honda Accord Wins 2018 North American Car of the Year

January 19th, 2018 by
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Shop 2018 Accord Inventory The 2018 Honda Accord was fully redesigned this year, significantly raising the bar for the midsize sedan segment and the auto industry at large. This year’s all-new Accord was decorated with the coveted “2018 North American Car of the Year” award at this year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit,…

How to Replace Windshield Wipers at Home

December 22nd, 2017 by
Honda Vehicle

Contact Us When the seasons change, it’s important to replace windshield wipers for a safe level of visibility. You can pick up new wiper blades from the parts department at Valley Honda in Aurora, and from there, it’s a simple job you can do yourself in four easy steps: Measure both wiper blades (as they…

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Find the Answers to Your Honda FAQs

December 22nd, 2017 by
Honda Exterior

Contact Us At Valley Honda of Aurora, we’ve found many customers share some of the same inquiries. We’re here to help answer all your Honda frequently asked questions! While by no means all-encompassing, we hope that some of these quick answers might point you in the right direction. As always, please don’t hesitate to contact…

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How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter

December 22nd, 2017 by
Snowy Traffic

Contact Us Chicago winters are brutal and that’s no different for your car. Winter weather puts extra demands on your vehicle’s parts and equipment. Here are some tips to ensure you’ll be driving through a winter wonderland without worry. Key Systems to Check Before Winter Engine Coolant and Antifreeze: Antifreeze keeps your engine from freezing…

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