What Does Regular Vehicle Maintenance Mean?
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Regular vehicle maintenance refers to the periodic servicing of a vehicle based on its mileage (or operating hours). Vehicle maintenance is the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the vehicle, also known as vehicle upkeep. The scope of regular vehicle maintenance includes: changing the engine oil, oil filter, fuel filter, and air filter; checking whether the level of the vehicle's coolant meets the specified requirements; inspecting the fluid levels of the brake and clutch; verifying if the oil level in the power steering reservoir complies with regulations; examining all oil pipe interfaces in the system for leaks; checking the battery fluid level and the level of the windshield washer fluid; assessing the tension and aging of the belts for the generator, air conditioning, water pump, and power steering pump; ensuring all front and rear lights of the vehicle are functional; inspecting the tire pressure and wear condition; and verifying if the vehicle's exhaust emissions meet standards. The role of vehicle maintenance: Modern vehicle maintenance primarily encompasses the engine system, transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, and power steering system, among others. The purpose of vehicle maintenance is to keep the vehicle clean, ensure its technical condition is normal, eliminate potential hazards, prevent failures, slow down the deterioration process, and extend its service life.