How often should the new Santana be serviced?

[Edwards]

The first maintenance for the new Santana is due at 5,000 kilometers or 12 months, whichever comes first. After the initial service, regular maintenance should be performed at fixed intervals, typically once a year or every 10,000 kilometers. Specific details are as follows: 1. The first maintenance is the initial service after the vehicle leaves the factory and hits the road. In addition to the routine oil and filter change, technicians will inspect major components of the vehicle, such as checking the torque of suspension bolts and looking for any oil leaks in the engine or transmission, to prevent potential issues. Therefore, it's essential to follow the recommended time or mileage and take the car to a 4S shop for service. The service location doesn't necessarily have to be the dealership where the car was purchased; you can choose a nearby authorized 4S shop of the same brand. 2. After the first maintenance, regular maintenance should follow fixed time or mileage intervals, typically once a year or every 10,000 kilometers. The frequency of regular maintenance may vary depending on usage. If the car is driven infrequently—for example, only occasionally on weekends while primarily using public transportation for commuting—it might only cover 4,000 kilometers in a year, allowing for a slight delay of about a month for the next service. On the other hand, if the vehicle is used heavily and reaches 5,000 kilometers in three to four months, the next service can be appropriately postponed by an additional 1,000 kilometers.

[LaLena]

As a budget-conscious car owner, I've learned to optimize the maintenance schedule for my new Santana to save money. The manual suggests maintenance every 7,500 kilometers or six months, but using high-performance oil can extend the interval to 10,000 kilometers, reducing costs. Since I only drive short distances weekly, I follow the mileage-based schedule without rushing, saving two to three hundred in service fees. Checking engine oil and coolant myself is more economical. Paying attention to driving habits, like minimizing sudden acceleration, reduces oil consumption and allows for longer maintenance intervals.

[EstherLee]

The new Santana serves as a family car. I use it monthly to take my children to school, with maintenance every 6 months to ensure safety. I check the brakes and tire wear in advance, and change the engine oil before trips to prevent stalling accidents.