What is the maintenance interval for the Kodiaq?
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Skoda Kodiaq requires routine maintenance every 10,000 miles/1 year. The complimentary engine oil provided for the first service is entry-level mineral oil, which can be upgraded to semi-synthetic or full-synthetic oil by paying the price difference. Details are as follows: 1. Interval: According to the maintenance manual, the Skoda Kodiaq should be serviced every 10,000 km or 1 year, with relatively long mileage and time intervals. The replacement items don't increase due to the extended maintenance intervals - only engine oil, oil filter, and cabin air filter need replacement each time. The air filter and spark plugs are replaced every 20,000 km, while transmission fluid and brake fluid have even longer replacement cycles. 2. Fuel filter: As the fuel filter is integrated directly into the fuel pump, it generally doesn't require replacement. However, the manufacturer recommends regular use of SAIC Skoda's specialized gasoline cleaner for maintenance.
I've been driving Škoda models including the Kodiaq. According to the manufacturer's manual, the maintenance interval is every 10,000 kilometers or once a year, whichever comes first. In practice, adjustments should be made based on driving habits. If you frequently start and stop in congested urban traffic, I recommend checking around 8,000 kilometers to prevent excessive engine oil sludge buildup. Routine maintenance mainly involves changing the engine oil and oil filter, checking brake pads, tire pressure, etc. In winter, it's best to add more antifreeze and perform battery tests. To save money, you can choose synthetic oil to extend the interval, but don't delay too long to avoid minor issues turning into major repairs. I remember when my car was new, doing the first three maintenance services on time made the acceleration particularly smooth.
