How many kilometers does a sedan need for a major maintenance?
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A sedan should undergo maintenance approximately every 5,000 to 10,000 kilometers. The following are the items that need maintenance: 1. Replace engine oil and oil filter; 2. Check the air filter; 3. Check the fuel filter; 4. Replace transmission fluid; 5. Check the tires; 6. Replace spark plugs; 7. Top up antifreeze; 8. Top up power steering fluid. Additional information: Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car, also known as car servicing. Its purpose is to keep the car clean, maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate hidden dangers, prevent faults, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life.
I've been driving for fifteen years, and I usually get a major maintenance service for my sedan every 50,000 kilometers. This maintenance is no small matter—aside from basic tasks like changing the oil and filters, I also need to inspect the braking system, replace the coolant and transmission fluid, and take a look at the spark plugs and air filter. The owner's manual clearly states that most sedans recommend an interval of 40,000 to 60,000 kilometers, but I've seen many friends delay it until 70,000, only to end up with severe engine shaking and issues. If you frequently deal with city traffic jams, maintenance frequency should increase because frequent starts and stops accelerate component wear. A word of advice: don’t cut corners—choose a reputable auto repair shop to avoid costly repairs later. Oh, and tire and chassis inspections are crucial, especially before long trips, to prevent breakdowns on the road.
