How Long Can the First Car Maintenance Be Delayed?
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The first maintenance of a motor vehicle cannot be delayed. It must be completed within the specified time or mileage. Once the specified time or mileage is exceeded, the first maintenance of the motor vehicle will be charged and will no longer be free. Items for the first maintenance of a motor vehicle: The first maintenance items for a motor vehicle include changing the engine oil and the engine oil filter. Additionally, the vehicle's chassis will be inspected for any loose screws, the tires will be checked for excessive wear, the vehicle's internal functions will be tested for normal operation, and the engine's lubricant level will be verified. Documents required for the first maintenance: For the first maintenance of a motor vehicle, you need to bring the vehicle's registration certificate and the motor vehicle license. It is essential to complete the first maintenance within the specified time or mileage. The first maintenance can be performed at any authorized service center of the vehicle brand, not necessarily at the place of purchase.
As a veteran auto mechanic with twenty years of experience, I must say that the first maintenance is something you really can't take lightly. The manufacturer's black-and-white stipulation of the first service at 3,000 or 5,000 kilometers actually includes a 20% buffer. Last time, a young guy who drove for ride-hailing services came in over 3,000 kilometers late, and when we opened up the oil filter, it was full of metal shavings. The latest you should go is 30% over the specified mileage—for example, if the requirement is 5,000 kilometers, pushing it to 6,500 is pretty much the limit. Any later than that, and the dealership has every right to deny free first maintenance, with severe cases leading directly to warranty voidance. In my repair shop, eight out of ten engines lying around are there because the first maintenance wasn't kept up with.
