Does a car need maintenance if it hasn't been driven for half a year?
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Even if a car hasn't been driven for half a year, it still requires maintenance. Here are the relevant details: 1. There are two standards for car maintenance: mileage and time, whichever comes first. Generally, the mileage standard for car maintenance is around 5,000 kilometers, and the time standard is around half a year. 2. Car maintenance is divided into two types: major maintenance and minor maintenance. Minor maintenance, commonly referred to as routine maintenance, is based on the type of oil used. 3. Engine oil can be categorized into three types: mineral oil, semi-synthetic oil, and fully synthetic oil. Cars using the first two types of oil require maintenance every 5,000 kilometers, while vehicles using fully synthetic oil can extend the maintenance interval to around 10,000 kilometers. 4. Major maintenance involves more and detailed inspection items. The specific mileage and time for maintenance can be referred to in the car's maintenance manual. 5. If a car is left unused for a long time, it can cause significant harm, leading to varying degrees of damage to various car components.
My old buddy who hasn't moved for half a year, I sincerely advise you to check it thoroughly. Engine oil oxidizes and deteriorates when left unused for long, losing its lubricating and protective properties - it must be replaced. The battery hates being discharged and might get permanently damaged; it's best to disconnect the negative terminal or start it weekly for charging. Tires pressed in one position for too long may deform or bulge, so remember to inflate them properly before driving. Brake discs risk rusting and seizing - gently brake at low speed to remove rust before normal driving. Gasoline in the tank deteriorates after six months, so adding fuel stabilizer is essential. Various rubber seals and wipers also age and crack easily. Only after checking all these can you hit the road with peace of mind.
