How Many Kilometers Should a Car Be Driven Before Maintenance?
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Generally, a car should undergo maintenance every 5,000 kilometers or every six months. According to 4S dealership regulations, car maintenance should be performed between 5,000 to 10,000 kilometers. The primary purpose of car maintenance is to keep the vehicle clean and in good technical condition. It helps eliminate potential hazards, prevent accidents, slow down the aging process of components, extend their lifespan, and ensure the car operates smoothly. Routine maintenance includes changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the air filter, inspecting spark plugs, brake fluid, transmission oil, battery, throttle, and fuel injectors, checking tires and their pressure, and examining the chassis, brake pads, brake discs, brake lines, steering linkage ball joints, and shock absorbers. New cars typically require their first maintenance after three months or 3,000 kilometers. During the initial break-in period, many parts need to be properly worn in. Therefore, new cars should have their oil filter replaced at 3,000 kilometers, and the engine oil, oil filter, and air filter replaced at 7,500 kilometers. After the break-in period, maintenance should be done every 5,000 kilometers. It is also important to choose an authorized 4S dealership for maintenance.
