How Often Should the Lynk & Co 03 Be Serviced?
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The Lynk & Co 03 is recommended to be serviced every 5,000 kilometers or every six months, whichever comes first. Below is an overview of car maintenance: Scope of Car Maintenance: The main items for car maintenance include replacing engine oil, oil filters, air conditioning filters, fuel filters, air filters, transmission fluid, brake fluid, spark plugs, and other related components. It primarily involves servicing the engine system and transmission system. Purpose of Car Maintenance: The purpose of car maintenance is to keep the vehicle clean, eliminate potential hazards to prevent malfunctions, slow down deterioration, and extend its service life. For example, engine oil should be changed every six months, as prolonged use beyond this period can oxidize (negatively affect) the rubber seals inside the engine. Precautions: Change the engine oil every six months, as prolonged use can oxidize the rubber seals inside the engine. Clean the air filter more frequently in urban areas where dust is abundant. For vehicles driven in non-dusty regions, the air filter can generally last up to 20,000 kilometers, requiring only cleaning at 7,500 kilometers.
I've been driving the Lynk & Co 03 for several years and found that the maintenance cycle mainly follows the official manual recommendations. After getting a new car, the first service is usually done within 5,000 kilometers or six months, primarily involving an oil change and inspection of key components. Subsequent maintenance is every 10,000 kilometers or once a year, whichever comes first. Personally, I drive more in the city with frequent traffic jams, putting more load on the engine, so I go for maintenance every 8,000 kilometers to extend its lifespan. It also depends on driving habits—if you often drive smoothly on highways, you can approach the 10,000-kilometer mark; if you frequently accelerate hard or drive on rough roads, reduce it to around 7,000 kilometers. Never delay too long, as degraded oil can easily damage the engine. During maintenance, the technician will check brake fluid, air filters, etc., to ensure everything is in order. Don’t skimp on these costs, or you’ll pay much more for repairs later.
As a frequent driver of the Lynk & Co 03, I believe maintenance intervals aren't rigid rules—they depend on how you use the car. Officially, it's every 10,000 km or one year, but if you're like me and often push it hard on highways with high engine temperatures and faster oil consumption, I change it every 7,500 km to prevent wear. For smoother driving, stretching to 10,000 km is fine. In city driving with frequent traffic jams, servicing every 8,000 km is safer. I also recommend checking fluids every six months; if the oil is too dark or low, address it early. Maintenance isn't just about oil changes—it includes inspecting tire wear, cabin air filters, etc. Neglecting these can lead to minor issues costing big later. Timely upkeep keeps engine efficiency high and improves fuel economy.
