What aspects of maintenance should be performed after a car has driven 50,000 kilometers?
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After a car has driven 50,000 kilometers, the maintenance items should be divided into the following two situations: 1. If major maintenance has been done before: If the car has been properly maintained and major maintenance was performed at 30,000 kilometers, then at 50,000 kilometers, only the engine oil and oil filter need to be replaced, along with four-wheel maintenance, brake inspection, chassis components check, and full vehicle fluid and lighting inspection. 2. If major maintenance has not been done before: If major maintenance has not been performed, additional items such as cleaning the throttle body, fuel injectors, and replacing the air filter, fuel filter, and cabin air filter should be included. More details on car maintenance items are as follows: 1. Engine oil and oil filter replacement: Replacing the engine oil and oil filter is a mandatory item for every maintenance. Due to the harsh conditions of high temperature and high pressure inside the engine, the shelf life of engine oil is significantly shortened, and its performance degrades over time, failing to protect the engine. The oil filter prevents impurities from mixing with the oil, which can cause oxidation and the formation of sludge, clogging the oil passages. The engine oil and oil filter should be replaced simultaneously. The air filter should be replaced every 10,000 to 15,000 kilometers. 2. Timing belt replacement: If the vehicle's engine uses a timing belt, it should be inspected or replaced at 50,000 kilometers. However, if the engine uses a timing chain, replacement is not necessary. 3. Replacement of other parts: In addition to the above, parts such as brake pads, tires, and the battery may need replacement. If they haven't been replaced before, it is advisable to replace them during the 50,000-kilometer maintenance. 4. Inspection and maintenance of other systems: Finally, the maintenance also involves the inspection and maintenance of dozens of items across multiple systems, including the engine, transmission, air conditioning system, steering system, braking system, suspension, body, and tires.
