What Happens If a Car Exceeds the Recommended Maintenance Mileage?
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Exceeding the recommended maintenance mileage for a car can have the following effects: 1. If the engine oil exceeds the maintenance mileage by a significant amount, its fluidity deteriorates, increasing engine wear and fuel consumption. In severe cases, it may cause issues such as unexplained engine stalling, particularly affecting turbocharged engines more severely. 2. If the coolant exceeds the maintenance mileage by a significant amount, the engine is more likely to display high-temperature warnings. Additionally, the cooling system is prone to scale buildup, impairing the engine's heat dissipation performance and increasing the risk of engine overheating or even catching fire. 3. If the brake system exceeds the maintenance mileage, the brake fluid may lose effectiveness. Prolonged braking can cause the brake fluid temperature to rise, lowering its boiling point. Once boiled, the brake system may become weak and prone to failure.