Just bought a 2002 ody.(lx res, color GG) the manual states to use only Honda powers steering fluid, coolant, brake fluid etc, and warns to flush system if "regular" fluids are used. (such as prestone etc). are they for real?
This also impacts on the warranty. Even though there is a law disallowing restrictions on maintenance to keep a factory warranty, the extended warranty from Honda states that maintenance must be performed according to the "manual" which de facto requires you to use the dealership for service. ( i guess you could buy the fluids and pass them on the you local mechanic). This greatly concerns me. Is there any validity as to why non Honda fluids are so dangerous?
This also impacts on the warranty. Even though there is a law disallowing restrictions on maintenance to keep a factory warranty, the extended warranty from Honda states that maintenance must be performed according to the "manual" which de facto requires you to use the dealership for service. ( i guess you could buy the fluids and pass them on the you local mechanic). This greatly concerns me. Is there any validity as to why non Honda fluids are so dangerous?