Must the owner go in person for the first maintenance?

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McChristian
07/25/25 1:29am
No. But the owner's driver's license and maintenance manual need to be brought. Additional information: 1. The first maintenance, also called the initial maintenance, refers to the first maintenance after the running-in period of a new car. The so-called running-in period refers to the process in which various parts of a new car (especially the engine parts) continuously rub and mesh with each other during operation. Only after running-in can the parts cooperate seamlessly and the vehicle can perform to its full potential. 2. During the running-in process, the engine of a new car usually produces more metal shavings, oxidized engine oil, carbon deposits and other impurities. Although the oil filter can filter out most of the impurities, some may inevitably be missed. Once there are too many impurities in the engine oil and they are not cleaned in time, it will lead to high fuel consumption and excessive engine wear. Therefore, after the running-in period of a new car, the first maintenance is required.
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GenesisLynn
08/10/25 4:10pm
Last time I accompanied my younger brother for the first maintenance, I realized the owner doesn't need to go in person. You can have family or friends drive the car there—I've had my wife handle it several times. Just remember to bring the vehicle license, invoice, and owner's manual. The 4S shop recognizes procedures, not people; with these documents, they can register and perform a full inspection. Going yourself mainly allows you to discuss the car's condition face-to-face with the technician, have them demonstrate how to add engine oil, check tires, etc., and learn some practical daily maintenance tips. For someone like me with a busy work schedule, entrusting it to a reliable person is quite convenient, but make sure the proxy understands basic vehicle information.
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