How Often Should a Private Car Be Maintained?
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Car maintenance is recommended every 5,000 kilometers or six months. Car maintenance mainly includes replacing fluids and wear-prone parts. Fluids include engine oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, coolant, windshield washer fluid, and battery electrolyte. Benefits of Regular Maintenance: Regular car maintenance can improve vehicle performance and extend its service life. According to related car maintenance test programs, proper maintenance can save 11.36% of fuel during driving. After a full maintenance, CO emissions can be reduced by 45.37% when the car is idling. Purpose of Car Maintenance: 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. The purpose of car maintenance is to keep the vehicle clean, ensure normal technical conditions, eliminate potential hazards, prevent failures, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life. Car Maintenance Precautions: The car engine should be cleaned at an appropriate time. Prolonged use can form a thick layer of carbon deposits on the engine surface, which can significantly corrode the rubber components in the engine. In summer, temperatures are generally higher, so gasoline and water evaporate more easily than usual. Therefore, it is necessary to frequently check the radiator and fuel tank and promptly refill them when gasoline and water levels are low.
I think maintenance intervals really depend on the specific vehicle model and driving habits. For my 10-year-old car, I basically need to go for maintenance every 5,000 kilometers now, given the increased wear on components. For new cars, the manual usually recommends maintenance every 10,000 kilometers, but if you're often stuck in city traffic, it's better to do it a bit earlier. The other day, a mechanic told me that brake fluid and coolant are often overlooked - they actually need to be replaced every two years. Oh, and don't just focus on mileage; pay attention to time intervals too. You should get a check-up every six months to a year, as engine oil can deteriorate over time.
