How many kilometers should not be exceeded for the first maintenance of a new car?
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New cars generally require maintenance at around 30,000 kilometers. Purpose of maintenance: Modern car maintenance mainly includes the engine system (engine), transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, power steering system, etc. The purpose of car maintenance is to keep the vehicle clean, maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate hidden dangers, prevent failures, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life. Daily maintenance: Daily maintenance refers to routine upkeep performed before driving, during driving, and after parking. It is the responsibility of the driver and mainly involves cleaning, replenishment, and safety inspections. This is a regular and essential task to maintain the vehicle's normal working condition. Primary maintenance is performed by professional repair companies. In addition to daily maintenance tasks, the main focus is on cleaning, lubrication, and tightening, along with inspecting safety components such as brakes and controls. Secondary maintenance is also performed by professional repair companies. Besides primary maintenance tasks, the main focus is on inspection and adjustment, including tire disassembly and rotation. Before secondary maintenance, diagnostic testing and technical evaluation should be conducted to determine additional tasks or minor repairs, which are performed together with the secondary maintenance. The frequency of each level of maintenance depends on the vehicle type and operating conditions.
We veteran drivers place great importance on the golden period of a new car's first maintenance. When I picked up my car, I specifically noted down the after-sales reminder in a notebook: 5,000 kilometers or six months, whichever comes first. Exceeding this limit is genuinely not advisable. A friend of mine with a Japanese car waited until 6,000 kilometers for maintenance, and the after-sales computer detected slight engine sludge. Because new cars produce a lot of metal debris during the break-in period, the factory-installed oil includes special cleaning agents. Delaying too long can turn it into an engine killer. My German car's dipstick turned black by 4,500 kilometers, and the technician said the metal particles inside could be used as magnetic powder. Now, I've developed the habit of checking the oil condition at 3,000 kilometers—better early than late.
