Should I Service My Car When the Time Comes Even If the Mileage Hasn't Been Reached?
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When the service interval arrives but the mileage hasn't been reached, the following maintenance items should be performed: 1. Replace engine oil, oil filter, air filter, cabin air filter, fuel filter, transmission fluid, and engine belts; 2. Inspect spark plugs, tires, and braking system; 3. Clean throttle body and fuel injectors; 4. Top up brake fluid. Precautions for car maintenance include: 1. Avoid running the engine for prolonged periods in unventilated garages; 2. Never siphon fuel lines by mouth; 3. Prevent body contact with carburetor cleaner. Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain components of a vehicle.
I used to think that since I didn't drive much, I didn't need maintenance until the mileage was reached. But experience taught me this was wrong. Engine oil ages and deteriorates, becoming prone to clumping or absorbing moisture over time, which affects engine lubrication. Once, I delayed maintenance by two months, resulting in slight engine wear, and the repair cost was several times more expensive than regular maintenance. Especially in the area where I live, with large temperature variations, fluids degrade more easily. Regular maintenance prevents premature part wear and keeps the car performing well. Now, I make sure to service my car on schedule, even if I've only driven a few thousand kilometers, to ensure it remains healthy and reliable. Since adopting this habit, my car has had fewer issues, making driving more worry-free and comfortable.
