Is it mandatory to service a new car after 6 months?
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It is not mandatory to service the car after six months. Service cycle: If the car reaches the service cycle, it can be serviced around that time. Low mileage: If the service cycle is reached but the mileage is very low, you can choose to service the car after the cycle. Car maintenance: Also known as car servicing, it refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car. Content and purpose: Car maintenance mainly includes servicing the engine system, transmission system, air conditioning system, etc., aiming to keep the car clean, in normal technical condition, eliminate potential hazards, prevent failures, and extend the service life.
I bought a new car just six months ago, and the salesperson urged me to go for maintenance, saying it should be done every 6 months. At first, I thought it was no big deal—just driving less, right? But after checking the owner's manual, I realized it's to prevent issues from initial part break-in, like oil degradation or filter clogging. That maintenance cost me a few hundred bucks, and the technician said the first service for a new car is crucial—it can extend its lifespan. Later, I learned that skipping it might void the warranty—manufacturers set the 6-month interval not just as a suggestion but to avoid major failures. My friends all stick to the schedule, and it saves a lot of hassle. Overall, it depends on driving frequency, but if the manual specifies it, it's best to follow unless you drive very little. I've stuck to it, and my car runs smoothly to this day.
