What are the items included in the third maintenance service?
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Generally speaking, the routine items for a car's third maintenance include changing the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, cabin air filter, spark plugs, etc. Some brand manufacturers may add additional maintenance items, which depends on the service life of the car parts. Some parts have a shorter service life and are prone to getting dirty, so they need to be replaced frequently; while others have a longer service life. The specific details are as follows: 1. Engine oil: Under the harsh conditions of high temperature and high pressure inside the engine, the shelf life of engine oil is significantly shortened, and its performance greatly declines. Over time, it can no longer protect the engine effectively. The replacement interval for mineral oil is about 5,000 kilometers; for synthetic oil, it is about 10,000 kilometers. 2. Oil filter: To ensure the cleanliness of the oil circuit, the engine is equipped with an oil filter in the lubrication system. Its purpose is to prevent impurities from mixing into the oil, causing oxidation and producing sludge that can clog the oil circuit. The replacement interval for the oil filter is the same as that for the engine oil, and it must be replaced simultaneously with the oil. 3. Air filter: The air filter prevents dust and particles from being sucked into the engine during the intake process. If the filter is not cleaned for a long time, dust will enter the engine, causing abnormal wear on the cylinder walls. It is best to clean the air filter every 5,000 kilometers by blowing it clean with an air gun, and replace it every 10,000 kilometers.
