How many kilometers can a car still drive after the maintenance period has passed?
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The car can still drive one or two thousand kilometers after the maintenance period. Here is the relevant introduction about car maintenance: 1. Primary maintenance: Primary maintenance is a maintenance operation centered on tightening and lubricating motor vehicles that have traveled a certain mileage, including checking and tightening the bolts and nuts of exposed parts of the car; adding lubricants to the designated lubrication parts; checking the lubricating oil level in each assembly and adding lubricating oil; cleaning various air filters, etc. 2. Maintenance scope: In addition to the primary maintenance tasks, check and adjust the working conditions of the engine and electrical equipment, disassemble and clean the oil pan and oil filter, check and adjust the steering and braking mechanisms, disassemble and clean the front and rear hub bearings; add lubricating oil, disassemble and inspect the tires, and perform tire rotation, etc.
There's no definitive answer to how many kilometers a car can go beyond its maintenance interval—it really depends on the specific condition of the vehicle. As someone who drives frequently and has helped friends with car repairs, my experience suggests it's best not to delay too long. For newer cars or those in good condition, driving an extra 500 to 1,000 kilometers might be fine, but aged engine oil increases friction, raises fuel consumption, and may even cause black smoke. Regularly check the dipstick: if the oil appears black or contains metal particles, it indicates severe internal wear. I recommend scheduling maintenance checks promptly, especially for the braking system and filters, as delays can compromise driving safety. A breakdown at highway speeds would be far more dangerous.
