What happens if a vehicle exceeds the recommended maintenance mileage?
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Exceeding the recommended maintenance mileage for a vehicle can have the following effects: 1. Increased engine wear: If the engine oil exceeds the maintenance mileage by too much, its fluidity deteriorates, increasing engine wear and fuel consumption. In severe cases, it may cause issues like unexplained engine stalling, particularly affecting turbocharged engines more seriously. 2. Increased risk of engine overheating: If the coolant exceeds the maintenance mileage by too much, it can lead to frequent high-temperature warnings for the engine. Additionally, the cooling system is more prone to scaling, reducing the engine's heat dissipation performance and increasing the risk of engine overheating. 3. Brake system weakness and potential failure: If the brake system exceeds the maintenance mileage, it can lead to brake fluid failure. Prolonged braking causes the brake fluid temperature to rise and its boiling point to drop, resulting in a weakened brake system prone to failure after boiling. Methods to avoid exceeding the maintenance mileage: 1. When the vehicle approaches the maintenance mileage, the vehicle's information display system usually provides a reminder. Although exceeding by 500-1,000 km does not have a significant impact on the vehicle, it is still advisable to perform maintenance as required. 2. Before long-distance driving, it is best to check the vehicle's technical condition and adjust tire pressure appropriately to avoid unexpected incidents during the trip. 3. For vehicles that have already exceeded the maintenance mileage, they should be promptly sent to a repair shop for maintenance. Otherwise, any issues that arise may become more severe.
