What is the maintenance cycle for SAIC Volkswagen?
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SAIC Volkswagen's maintenance cycle includes changing the engine oil every 5,000 kilometers, replacing the fuel filter every 25,000 kilometers, replacing the spark plugs every 25,000 kilometers, changing the brake fluid every 40,000 kilometers, replacing the air conditioning filter once a year, replacing the automatic transmission fluid and filter as well as manual transmission fluid every 80,000 kilometers, and replacing the battery every 2-3 years. Below is relevant information about car maintenance: Introduction: Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car, also known as car servicing. Maintenance scope: Modern car maintenance mainly includes the engine system, transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, power steering system, etc.
I've been driving my Passat for three years and always follow the 4S dealership's maintenance reminders. The first service is at 5,000 km or six months, whichever comes first, mainly for an oil and oil filter change. After that, basic maintenance is required every 10,000 km or one year, but items like the air filter should be replaced earlier, around 8,000 km, especially if you drive a lot in big cities. The mechanic advised that turbocharged cars shouldn't exceed the service intervals, particularly if you frequently encounter traffic jams—my colleague's Lavida engine sound became muffled after exceeding the interval by just 1,000 km. By the way, the maintenance manual recommends replacing spark plugs at 20,000 km, but in my experience, they can last up to 40,000 km, depending on driving habits. On weekends, the dealership also offers free full-vehicle checks for things like tire pressure and lights.
