What are the hazards of the first maintenance before 1000 kilometers?
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There is no harm in performing the first maintenance before reaching 1000 kilometers. It is acceptable to slightly advance the first maintenance. Here are more related details: First maintenance: The first maintenance of a car can be referred to as the break-in maintenance. Depending on the model, the mileage for break-in maintenance varies from 3000 kilometers to 5000 kilometers, with the first 1500 kilometers within this range being the cautious period, which is the most critical part of the break-in maintenance. During the cautious period, the primary concern is to avoid excessive load on the vehicle, and it is best not to drive at full capacity for extended periods. Choosing smooth roads for driving can help keep the new car's operation in a fluid state. Additionally, driving on highways during the break-in period is beneficial for the vehicle. This is because not only the engine but also the transmission, four-wheel mechanical systems, and tires need continuous warm-up at certain speeds to achieve optimal 'communication' between them.
A friend of mine bought a new car and was overly protective of it. He rushed to get the first maintenance done at just 700 kilometers, but later regretted it more and more. In fact, a new car's engine needs proper running-in during the initial period, where metal components require sufficient mileage to achieve optimal fit. Changing the oil prematurely interrupts this natural running-in process, preventing the parts' surfaces from fully adapting. Moreover, the factory-fill oil is specifically formulated as a break-in oil, which accelerates the removal of metal particles from component surfaces. Discarding it within 1,000 kilometers wastes this special function. It's like taking bread out of the oven before it's fully baked—it might seem quick, but it harms the core. Later, his car's fuel consumption was noticeably higher than others of the same model, likely due to this hasty maintenance.
To be honest, I've seen too many car owners being tricked by 4S dealerships into doing their first maintenance prematurely. Changing engine oil after just 800 km of driving is firstly a waste of the protective effect of the factory-installed break-in oil - those special grinding compound formulas don't get to fully function. Secondly, excessive maintenance leads to confusion in subsequent service intervals, where the originally scheduled 10,000 km gap gets shortened to 8,000 km, costing owners thousands more over five or six years. Most importantly, it might void the warranty - manufacturers clearly specify the first maintenance mileage, and if your records show premature servicing that violates standards, the automaker has every right to deny claims when real problems occur. My advice is to follow the manual's recommended mileage for the first service - it's both worry-free and protects your rights.
