How long does it take to perform the first maintenance on a car?
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Depending on the brand and model of the vehicle, the first maintenance typically takes about 1-2 hours to complete. Below is a partial introduction regarding the first maintenance of a car: 1. Key items: The main tasks of the first maintenance for a new car are changing the engine oil and oil filter. 2. Reason: The period before the first maintenance is the running-in phase of the vehicle. During this time, as the engine gradually breaks in, mechanical impurities such as dust, metal wear, and carbon deposits continuously mix into the engine oil. Driving at high speeds can cause abnormal engine wear. If the debris and impurities generated by the engine operation are not promptly removed, they may cause abnormal damage to the internal parts of the cylinders.
The first maintenance for a new car can be done in about an hour, but it's recommended to reserve half a day. I just accompanied a friend to do it last week, mainly depending on how busy the 4S shop is. The basic maintenance takes just over twenty minutes: changing the engine oil and oil filter, checking tire pressure and lights, and cleaning the filter. However, waiting in line for a service bay takes the most time, especially on weekends, where you might wait at least two hours. If you let them wash the car or upgrade the system while they're at it, it takes even longer. That time, we arrived at 10 a.m. and didn't get the car back until after lunch. Actually, the time for the first maintenance mainly depends on the mechanic's schedule. It's advisable to go on a weekday morning and bring a tablet to watch dramas—it's more cost-effective.
