Category Archives: Tips & Tricks

A flat tire of a car on a tarred road

How to Fix a Flat Tire of any Car on Your Own?

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Easy Steps to Change a Flat Tire all by Yourself

A flat tire can happen to anyone any day and mostly shows up unexpectedly while traveling for extended trips or off-road adventures. It can hamper your important meetings, getaways, or even a typical commute day. Whether you own a car, van, SUV, or truck, the basic mechanics of changing a tire are the same for all four-wheelers, regardless of the vehicle or situation. Learn the basic steps to change a flat tire all on your own with the help of our team at Steele Honda in St. Johns, NL. Continue reading to learn the steps to change a flat tire.

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Filling gas in a vehicle at a station

Valuable Tips to improve your gas mileage

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3 useful tips to improve the gas mileage in your car

Improving the fuel economy saves a lot of money and reduces pollution and overutilization due to a significant reduction in the emission rate and oil import, respectively. Steele Honda in St. John’s, NL, is here with three useful tips to improve the gas mileage in your car so that you can contribute towards a better tomorrow for you and the world at large. Continue reading for more information.

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A car speeding on a snowy terrain

Can I drive with all-season tires in the snow?

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Are all-season tires safe for winter driving?

It’s that time of the year when you have to deal with challenging and hazardous driving conditions caused by snow and slippery roads throughout Canada. Many Newfoundland drivers get their car’s rubber replaced with purpose-built winter tires or snow tires, while some don’t. But is driving with standard all-season tires safe on snow-filled roads? Let’s find out here at Steele Honda in St. John’s, NL.

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Dashboard of a 2022 Honda Civic

What do the Honda dashboard and warning lights mean?

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Common 2020 Honda CR-V dashboard and warning light meanings 

You can find a full list of 2020 Honda CR-V dashboard and warning light symbols and meanings in your official owner’s manual under the “Instrument Panel” section. Below, we have a selection of six common indicator lights that may appear. Keep reading to learn what Honda dashboard and warning lights mean. 

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How to car shop while social distancing

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Online tools to help you shop for a vehicle at home 

Right now, it is recommended that everyone maintain social distance to avoid spreading COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019). For many of us, that means adapting to shopping online and doing many activities from the safety of our homes. The good news is that Steele Honda offers many ways to shop for a vehicle online while social distancing. Keep reading below to learn what online tools we offer. 

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A 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid parked on a road

How does Adaptive Cruise Control work in a Honda vehicle?

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Video guide to Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) 

How does Adaptive Cruise Control work in a Honda vehicle? Below, we have a video guide from Honda that shows you what Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is and how it works in a Honda vehicle. It will show you how to turn it on and change its settings. You can find Honda vehicles with an ACC system here at Steele Honda, your local dealership located in St. John’s, NL. 

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Side view of a 2021 Honda Odyssey

How does Smart Entry work in a Honda vehicle?

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Video guide to using Smart Entry in Honda models 

How does Smart Entry work in a Honda vehicle? Smart Entry is the system that allows you to enter your vehicle without pressing a button or turning a key. It can unlock your vehicle using proximity sensors. Honda vehicles with Smart Entry also can have a push-button ignition, which means that you can start your car at the press of a button. Check out the video guide to using Smart Entry in Honda models that we have included below for your convenience. 

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A 2021 Honda CR-V parked on a smooth road

Should I get a Honda sedan or a larger vehicle like an SUV?

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How to choose your next Honda vehicle in St. John’s, NL 

Should you get a Honda sedan or a large vehicle like an SUV? It is a difficult choice, but hopefully, our guide will help you navigate the waters of shopping for your next Honda vehicle here in St. John’s, NL. Below, we’ll discuss the benefits of choosing a sedan or an SUV so that you can make an informed choice. 

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The Collision Mitigation Braking System in Honda

How does the Collision Mitigation Braking System work in my Honda vehicle?

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Video guide to the Honda Sensing CMBS in a Honda vehicle 

How does the Collision Mitigation Braking System work in your Honda vehicle? This system helps to reduce the likelihood of a vehicle collision by alerting the driver to possible danger. The CMBS can also reduce the severity of the impact of unavoidable collisions. In the video guide below, you can learn about how the Collision Mitigation Braking System works using a sensor and a camera on your Honda vehicle. Find your next Honda vehicle here at Steele Honda of St. John’s, NL. 

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