Does a car need maintenance after running 5,000 kilometers?

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Eli
07/29/25 7:25pm
It is not mandatory to perform maintenance on a car after driving 5,000 kilometers. Below are the detailed explanations for car maintenance: 1. Maintenance intervals: The frequency of car maintenance varies depending on the brand, model, and type of engine oil used, so there is no fixed schedule. 2. Engine oil replacement: Generally, mineral oil should be replaced every 5,000 kilometers or every six months; semi-synthetic oil should be replaced every 7,500 kilometers or every nine months; and full-synthetic oil should be replaced every 10,000 kilometers or every year. 3. First maintenance: The timing for the first maintenance (initial service) also varies. For most car models, the first maintenance is recommended at 5,000 kilometers, but it should be based on the schedule specified in the maintenance manual.
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