What is the Chinese meaning of 'service' in vehicles?
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The 'service' indicator on a vehicle signifies that the car requires maintenance. Here is more information about 'service': 1. When a car reaches a certain mileage, the 'service' indicator or a small wrench symbol will appear on the dashboard to remind the user that the vehicle needs inspection or replacement of certain worn parts. 2. Generally, car manufacturers specify maintenance intervals within certain mileage ranges, commonly at 5,000, 7,500, or 10,000 kilometers. Following the maintenance schedule outlined in the owner's manual is highly recommended as it is very reasonable. Therefore, it is advisable to perform each maintenance item as specified in the manual. 3. Different cars have different dashboard designs, but common gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, fuel gauge, and charging gauge.
Vehicle 'service' is actually what we call 'vehicle maintenance' in Chinese. Having driven for so many years, I'm very familiar with this. It means you regularly give your car a thorough check-up, like changing the engine oil, inspecting the brake pads, cleaning the air filter, etc., to prevent minor issues from turning into major problems. I usually go to the shop for a full service every 5,000 or 10,000 kilometers because without maintenance, the car is prone to strange noises, increased fuel consumption, and even serious safety hazards in severe cases. In everyday Chinese terms, we simply say 'go for car maintenance'—it's straightforward and easy to remember. In short, it's about maintaining the overall condition of the vehicle to ensure safer and more reliable travel. The cost is generally not high, but the value for money is excellent.