Kei trucks like the Honda Acty are slowly getting more and more popular in the US. They are still aren’t exactly “common” on the American streets, however, and maintaining them or finding the right replacement parts for them can still seem tricky for a lot of new Honda Acty truck owners.
Fortunately, properly maintaining a Honda Acty isn’t all that tricky, as these vehicles are made to be not just effective and versatile, but also simple, easy to operate, and easy to keep running for decades. Here’s our quick guide on what you’d want to do to keep your Honda Acty on the road for a very long time.
The basic checklists of parts, consumables, and preventative repairs you need to do regularly
Probably the trickiest part of maintaining your Honda Acty kei truck if you’re not in Japan will be finding all the necessary parts from somewhere. Hopefully, there are vendors for honda acty parts in the US too. Let’s list most of the necessary replacement and maintenance components you’d want to look for from the right supplier next. Of course, further below we’ll also go over a more detailed description of the 6 most important maintenance tasks to go through on the regular.
- Engine tuning
- Replacement springs
- Regular brake repair
- Filters change
- Tire rotation
- New battery
- Heatsink preservation
- Oil change
- Lubrication
- Replacement seat cushions
- Tightening part
- New window glass
- Light bulbs
- Meter back
- Gearbox
If you have access to all of the above from a place like the Oiwa Garage, performing the necessary maintenance tasks below and all other general maintenance should be easy.
What to look at regularly and get in order in your Honda Acty?
1. Always keep an eye on your Kei truck’s wiring
Kei trucks’ wiring isn’t as complicated as that of most other modern Western vehicles, but it’s still crucial for the proper operation of your vehicle. It can still be complicated if you’re not an electrician, however, so it’s often best to just look for professional help. If you do know your way around any normal truck’s cables, however, you should have little trouble maintaining your Honda Acty’s ignition system, lighting, and air conditioning.
2. The break system should remain excellent at all times
As with any other vehicle, the break system of your Honda Acty is one of the most crucial parts, as bad breaks can cause nasty crashes even at slow speeds. A professional should regularly check your breaks, but you should also often change the break fluid yourself.
3. Inspect and clean the battery often
Checking your battery’s health and changing its battery acid is always a must on any vehicle, as well as on the Acty. You should also make sure the battery terminals are always clean, that the battery is charged and that you replace the battery at around 5 years of use to keep your Acty efficient.
4. The gearbox and engine should always be in a great condition
Another section that should always stay perfect is the engine and the gearbox around it. If you’re having trouble with the clutch, it may be time to get your truck to a mechanical expert to get a look at your gearbox, transmission system, and engine.
5. Check and replace tires regularly
Japanese roads are usually kept in such pristine condition that kei trucks there don’t need their tires changed as often. This isn’t the case on American and European roads, however (or anywhere else in the world), so, replacing your tires often when they are not in a peak condition is a must, especially considering that this is a working vehicle.
6. Keep rust away
Cleaning and preventing rust may be boring, but it’s also a crucial part of your vehicle’s maintenance. It increases the risk of wear and tear on your Acty and means having to replace bodywork more often, which is tricky outside of Japan. The best way to do that is to clean your vehicle often, especially after rain or if it gets muddy.
Repainting your truck from time to time is also a good idea, especially in colder areas with higher air humidity. Also don’t forget to carefully inspect the lower body of your kei truck, in particular, as that’s where most rust problems start.
All in all, a Honda Acty is an easy vehicle to maintain once you’ve got access to the right components. “Easy” doesn’t mean you don’t need to be proactive about vehicle maintenance, however.
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