Can maintenance be done outside of 4S dealerships?
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Maintenance can be performed outside of 4S dealerships, but it must be done at qualified service centers using verified safe components. This serves as crucial evidence for protecting consumer rights. If maintenance is conducted at licensed repair shops with proper invoices, 4S dealerships cannot subsequently deny warranty claims using "unauthorized maintenance" as an excuse. Vehicle maintenance, also known as automotive servicing, refers to periodic preventive work involving inspection, cleaning, replenishment, lubrication, adjustment or replacement of certain components. It primarily covers engine systems, transmission systems, air conditioning systems, etc., aiming to maintain vehicle cleanliness, proper technical conditions, hazard elimination, failure prevention, and extended service life.