Does it matter if the car maintenance is delayed by two months?

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McAlessandra
07/28/25 3:52pm
If the car is driven normally, there is not much impact. Because maintenance is mainly to confirm whether the vehicle has any abnormalities and to replace certain parts or engine oil, as long as the parts are in good condition, the engine oil used is of good quality and high grade, and the oil is not black when checked, a slight delay in maintenance is not a big issue. However, if the car has not been driven for one or two months and the maintenance period has passed, it is recommended to go for maintenance as soon as possible. Here are some related introductions: 1. Only regular maintenance can keep the vehicle in good condition. If maintenance is not done properly, the failure rate will increase accordingly. Generally, vehicle maintenance can be delayed for up to about three months; 2. Due to significant differences in road conditions, fuel quality, altitude, temperature, air conditions, and other factors in different regions, the actual condition of the vehicle may deviate from the manufacturer's preset general conditions. Therefore, it is best to follow the vehicle maintenance manual for regular maintenance or, if conditions permit, to perform maintenance appropriately in advance as needed.
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