How often should a car undergo minor maintenance?
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Minor maintenance is typically performed every 5,000 kilometers or 6 months. Minor maintenance generally refers to routine maintenance items carried out when a vehicle hasn't traveled long distances, aimed at ensuring vehicle performance. It mainly includes oil changes, oil filter replacement, and routine inspections. Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of a vehicle, also known as vehicle servicing. The purpose of car maintenance is to keep the vehicle clean and tidy, maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate potential hazards, prevent faults, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life. The items that need to be replaced and inspected during car maintenance are as follows: Engine oil, oil filter, air filter, built-in cabin air filter, external cabin air filter, fuel filter (integrated with fuel pump), brake fluid, automatic transmission fluid, spark plugs, etc.; Inspection of poly-V belt, battery, brake pedal and parking brake, air conditioning system, engine coolant, exhaust pipe and assembly, brake friction linings and brake discs; Inspection of brake fluid, brake lines and hoses, tires and inflation pressure, drive shaft boots, automatic transmission fluid, steering wheel and steering column, ball joints and dust covers, front and rear suspension devices, vehicle electrical equipment, and radiator. The cost of car maintenance depends on the vehicle model and equipment, as well as whether additional maintenance and statutory inspections are required. Usually, dealers will inform the owner of the required maintenance hours and material costs. Regular maintenance of the vehicle is more recommended to be carried out at brand-authorized dealers. Dealers have modern specialized tools and equipment, well-trained professional technicians, and a comprehensive range of spare parts available for dispatch.
