Is it necessary to go to a 4S shop for maintenance?
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Maintenance can be chosen to be done at a 4S shop or an external repair shop based on personal needs. However, maintenance involving the electrical system should still be done at a 4S shop. Here are the relevant details: 1. Choosing a maintenance location: Even during the warranty period, car owners can choose where to have their cars maintained. Maintenance outside a 4S shop does not void the warranty, thereby reducing maintenance costs. However, there are practical risks, such as the need to retain maintenance invoices, repair records, and certificates for replaced parts. For new cars, it's advisable to go to a 4S shop for maintenance until the warranty expires before switching to an external repair shop. If you plan to maintain a new car externally, ensure you choose a reputable repair shop that can provide relevant documentation. 2. Considerations: Additionally, when maintaining at a repair shop, try to avoid too many procedures. For instance, modern car electronic control systems are highly advanced. Many cars require specialized diagnostic tools to reset after cleaning the throttle body; otherwise, issues like unstable idling may occur. Such specialized tools are generally not available at ordinary repair shops. Therefore, maintenance procedures at repair shops should be kept as simple as possible, and maintenance involving the electrical system should still be done at a 4S shop.