Regular Maintenance for all Acura vehicles since 2006 is controlled by the on-board Maintenance Minder System (MMS). The MMS makes scheduling and maintaining your Acura easy.
What it does:
The MMS found in Acura vehicles monitors a number of variables to determine when the time is right for you to bring your Acura in for a Genuine Acura Service. When the remaining service life of your engine oil reaches 15%, you will be alerted on your dashboard by a “service due soon” message and or a yellow wrench. Along with this message, a code containing letters and numbers indicate the required service needed. When you call or email Fairview Acura to book your appointment the service advisors will explain what service is required based on the Code. Under most driving conditions, you can expect the “service due soon” message to appear every 8,000 - 12,000kms, which occurs about every 4-8 months for many drivers.
What it doesn't do:
The MMS does not monitor the engine oil level in your Acura. Maintaining proper engine oil level is critical to preserving engine life and trouble free operation, so ensuring your engine oil is at the right level by checking it regularly is a good habit to form – please see your owner's manual for details. If it has been more than 12 months since your last oil change, Acura requires the engine oil be changed regardless of the % service oil life
displayed. Also, MMS does not monitor brake pad thickness, brake fluid condition or tire tread depth. Every service performed at Fairview Acura ensures that these critical items are looked at or inspected within specifications to ensure your safety on the road.
Understanding MMS and following the recommended Acura Maintenance Schedule is the best way to ensure a happy and lengthy Acura ownership experience. Every Acura owner has different driving characteristics, which means each has their own unique service requirements. To guarantee the job is done right to meet your specific needs, Fairview Acura will use only Genuine Acura Parts installed by Acura Factory Trained Technicians who know your Acura better than anyone else. For further details on your specific schedule, please speak to Neil or Dean our two Service Advisor at Fairview Acura.
