What documents are required for a vehicle's first maintenance?
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Items to bring for the first maintenance include: driver's license; maintenance manual; warranty manual; vehicle owner's ID card; vehicle registration certificate; vehicle purchase invoice. Take these to the designated first maintenance service provider for the vehicle's initial service. Important note: Make an appointment with the 4S store in advance. The first maintenance refers to the initial service after a new car has been driven. The specific timing varies by vehicle, typically after driving 3,000~5,000 kilometers or around six months. It is essential to attend the first maintenance on time, neither in advance nor delayed. The completion of the first maintenance marks the end of the vehicle's break-in period, allowing the car to be driven under standard load and normal speeds as required. The timing for the first maintenance is calculated from the date of vehicle pickup. There are two indicator values for the first maintenance: mileage and time. Whichever comes first will be the standard. First maintenance items include: oil change, oil filter replacement, cleaning the air filter, checking various fluid levels for normalcy, inspecting the generator belt and wiper blades for damage, checking tire pressure for normalcy, and inspecting tires for damage or bulges. Estimated time required: Approximately 2 hours to complete all tasks. The most critical aspect of a new car's first maintenance is the replacement of engine oil and the oil filter. When changing the oil, the oil filter must also be replaced. The selection of engine oil must refer to the "Vehicle Usage and Maintenance Manual," as different vehicle models specify different oil grades. Maintenance precautions: Do not rinse the interior of the car body with water: Many people clean their cars themselves during holidays, washing the body with water and wiping it with a cloth. Here, it is important to note that the interior of the car body should not be directly washed with water. If the floor mats are dirty, use a vacuum cleaner or take them out, scrub with a brush and detergent, dry them, and then put them back. There are many drainage holes under the rubber mats on the floor of the driver's compartment. If water enters, it will not dry naturally but will flow through the holes to areas like the transmission, causing erosion and corrosion. The best practice is to clean with a vacuum and then wipe with a cloth to prevent water accumulation. Do not mix different brands of antifreeze: When the antifreeze in the car is low, it is recommended to drain the antifreeze and add the same brand from the beginning. Since antifreeze brands differ, their chemical properties vary significantly. Various functional additives may corrode others. Different brands of antifreeze use different additives, so they should not be mixed to avoid unnecessary trouble. Do not lubricate tire bolts and nuts: When bolts on a moving car become rusty, they are often oiled to function properly again. To prevent rust on wheel bolts and nuts, some people apply lubricant, but this poses a safety risk. When the car is driven at high speeds, the bolts and nuts may loosen or even fall off, leading to driving malfunctions. Do not press the accelerator when starting an electronic fuel injection vehicle: The starter of an electronic fuel injection vehicle differs from that of a conventional car. Its fuel injection control device can automatically adjust the fuel supply based on the starter's temperature and operating conditions, ensuring a smooth start.
