What are the major maintenance items for a six-year-old car?
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The major maintenance items for a six-year-old car include the following: 1. All vehicle fluids: These include brake fluid, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, and coolant. The lifespan of these fluids is typically 3 years or 60,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. 2. Throttle body: Generally, it is recommended to clean the throttle body at 60,000 kilometers. In reality, many vehicles require cleaning after just 20,000 kilometers, depending largely on the effectiveness of the car's oil-gas separator. 3. Transmission fluid: Manual transmission fluid usually needs replacement every 40,000-60,000 kilometers, while automatic transmission fluid should be replaced approximately every 60,000-80,000 kilometers. 4. Timing belt: Besides constant tension, aging significantly affects the lifespan of the belt. There are no warning signs before a belt breaks, and it cannot be detected through inspection. A broken belt can lead to major engine damage, requiring extensive repairs. 5. Tires: Being rubber products, tires typically age in about five years or after 50,000-70,000 kilometers of use. 6. Brake pads: Replacement of brake pads depends on wear and tear. Items like the catalytic converter, fuel injectors, and intake manifold usually do not require mandatory cleaning unless specific issues arise. If there are no starting difficulties, the fuel filter can generally be considered for replacement at around 90,000 kilometers.
