How often should a car be serviced in general?

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OAlexandra
07/24/25 7:46pm
Generally, a car should be serviced every 5,000 kilometers or approximately every six months. Car maintenance includes: 1. Changing the engine oil and oil filter; 2. Cleaning the air filter; 3. Inspecting spark plugs, brake fluid, transmission fluid, battery, throttle valve, and fuel injectors; 4. Checking tires and their pressure; 5. Inspecting chassis components such as brake pads, brake discs, brake lines, steering linkage ball joints, and shock absorbers. Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the vehicle, also known as car servicing. The purpose is to maintain the car's cleanliness, ensure normal technical conditions, eliminate potential hazards, prevent malfunctions, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the vehicle's lifespan.
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