What is the mileage for the second car maintenance?

[LeReed]

To obtain the motor vehicle inspection qualification mark, you need to bring the vehicle license, compulsory traffic insurance, and ID card to the vehicle management office or traffic police station to receive the annual inspection mark for free. The procedure for obtaining the annual inspection sticker for exempted vehicles is as follows: 1. Vehicles exempt from inspection within 6 years, if no major accidents have occurred, are exempt from on-site inspection. However, every two years, you must go to the vehicle management office to receive the annual inspection sticker and the green environmental protection sticker. At the time of inspection, bring your ID card, vehicle license, and the current valid compulsory traffic insurance policy to the vehicle management office for processing. 2. The annual inspection sticker and green environmental protection sticker for exempted vehicles are free of charge and issued at no cost. However, a copy of the vehicle license must be provided when receiving the stickers. Arrange your time reasonably; you can apply for the exempted inspection sticker up to 60 days in advance. If overdue, a fine of 200 yuan and 3 penalty points will be imposed. 3. Before receiving the stickers, check if the vehicle has any violation records. If there are any, they must be dealt with first; otherwise, the process cannot be completed.

[ReaganLee]

I've always believed that the second maintenance depends on the specific car model and driving habits. Generally, the second maintenance is done after driving another 5,000 to 8,000 kilometers after the first service, or when the total mileage reaches around 10,000 to 15,000 kilometers. My old Passat went in at 12,000 kilometers, but my neighbor's Japanese car required it at 10,000 kilometers as per the manual. The key is to check consumables like engine oil and filters, and give the chassis a thorough inspection. Cars that frequently drive on highways might need it sooner, while urban commuters can slightly exceed the mileage without major issues. Remember, maintenance intervals directly affect engine lifespan—don't delay too long just to save a few hundred bucks.

[JackRose]

Last time I went to the 4S shop for car repair, I chatted with the mechanic. He said there's actually no fixed standard for the second maintenance. Most brands recommend doing it about half a year or 7,500 kilometers after the first maintenance. My SUV had its first maintenance at 5,000 kilometers, so the second one was scheduled at 12,000 kilometers. The key point isn't the specific mileage, but rather the condition of the oil degradation. Cars often stuck in traffic jams are advised to have earlier maintenance as the oil tends to deteriorate faster. Also, remember to ask the mechanic to check the brake pad thickness and tire pressure during the second maintenance - these two items are easily overlooked but crucial for safety. Nowadays, many cars come with maintenance reminder functions, so just follow the prompts.

[VanMariana]

Our fleet manages over 20 vehicles, with the second maintenance all scheduled at exactly 10,000 kilometers. The manufacturer's maintenance manual is the most reliable reference - German cars typically require service every 10,000 to 15,000 km, while American cars need maintenance around 8,000 km. Special note: if mineral oil was used during the first maintenance, the second service should be scheduled earlier. Last time, one vehicle exceeded the maintenance interval by 2,000 km, resulting in noticeably louder engine noise. Particularly reminding friends driving turbocharged vehicles: never delay maintenance - turbocharger repairs can be painfully expensive.