How Many Kilometers Between Major Car Maintenance?
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Perform a major maintenance every 20,000 kilometers. Below are car maintenance precautions: 1. Engine maintenance The car engine should be cleaned at appropriate intervals. Prolonged use forms thick carbon deposits on the engine surface, which significantly corrodes rubber components in the engine. 2. Prevent fuel and water evaporation During summer when temperatures are generally higher, both gasoline and water evaporate more easily than usual. Therefore, regularly check the radiator and fuel tank, and promptly refill when levels are low. 3. Maintain interior hygiene Summer is the season when bacteria multiply fastest, so keep the car interior clean, especially easily soiled items like car seat covers, steering wheel covers, and floor mats.
I used to drive a Toyota Corolla, which was about seven or eight years old. I would get a major service every 40,000 kilometers or so, including oil changes, filter replacements, brake fluid, and spark plugs. After that service, I clearly felt smoother acceleration, and the fuel consumption even dropped a bit. A friend of mine drives a Volkswagen Golf, and the manual suggests a major service every 30,000 to 50,000 kilometers. Given his aggressive driving habits, he opts for the 30,000-kilometer interval. Personally, I think it depends on driving frequency and conditions—city driving with frequent traffic jams and short trips might require earlier servicing, while smooth highway driving could allow for a slightly later schedule. Regular maintenance helps prevent minor issues from turning into major repairs, extends the car's lifespan, and keeps things hassle-free.
