Kia Maintenance and Service

Benders Auto Care in Covina, CA is an independent auto repair shop with ASE trained and certified auto mechanics committed to meeting your service needs.

Benders Auto Care started in 1972, this family owned and operated business will help you maintain your vehicle to factory standards with factory recommended maintenance checks and scheduled repair and replacement service.

If you are looking for a reputable auto mechanic in the Covina, West Covina, Glendora, or San Dimas areas to provide your vehicle with the proper scheduled maintenance and auto repair you can trust Benders Auto Care to give you “Peace of Mind”.

Scheduled Service and Maintenance on your Kia

When should your car have scheduled auto maintenance and repair service?

The Kia Basic Scheduled Maintenance for service and maintenance applies to vehicles operated under typical everyday driving conditions. The vast majority of vehicles require the Kia Basic Scheduled Maintenance to be followed.

Scheduled auto service and maintenance is typically based on the amount of miles driven as recommended by the vehicle manufacture. Please refer to your owner’s manual for a detailed description of recommended service for your specific model. Kia recommends changing your engine motor oil and oil filter every 3,750 miles, you should also inspect and rotate the tires. At specific mileage intervals the Kia Basic Scheduled Maintenance should be followed, Benders Auto Care includes the typical services and checks recommended by Kia which are:

  • Check all fluid levels
  • Replace Manual transaxle fluid
  • Replace Transfer case fluid
  • Replace Fuel tank filter
  • Replace Spark Plugs
  • Check Brake linings, Rotors/Drums
  • Replace Brake/Clutch fluid
  • Perform Rear Differential service
  • Perform Transmission and Cooling system service
  • Replace Timing Belt

Benders Auto Care is dedicated to working with you to ensure your vehicle gets the best auto service.

If you notice a fluid leak it is very important to have it checked, tranmissions, cooling systems, and engine motor oil systems all depend on those fluids to keep your vehicle running. Most vehicle manufactures recommend checking your fluid levels monthly. If you are not sure how to check them, refer to your owner’s manual or ask us.

Why Maintain Your Vehicle?

Carefully following the required maintenance schedule helps protect you against major auto repair expenses which can occur as a result of neglect or inadequate automotive maintenance.  Also, failure to perform specific scheduled maintenance can invalidate your Kia Manufacture Warranty coverage due to lack of proper maintenance.

Regular maintenance is essential to obtaining the highest level of performance, also properly cared for vehicles last longer and tend to retain their value. We want your car or truck to last longer, continue to meet your needs, and retain its value, that’s why we follow the manufacturer’s recommended schedule for warranty service.

Why Choose Us for Auto Repair Service on your Kia?

The staff at Benders is committed to meeting your service needs; our auto mechanics will perform the recommended maintenance using parts that meet or exceed the specific requirements for your Kia vehicle. Our ASE trained and certified technicians will service your vehicle properly to Kia manufactures specifications.

Proper vehicle maintenance is important both to safety and dependability, we at Benders Auto Care are committed to both. Benders Auto Care believes so strongly in our work that we gladly give you a full 2 year/24,000 mile (whichever comes first) warranty on repairs.