What is the recommended mileage for the third maintenance of a new car?
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The third maintenance for a vehicle is generally recommended at around 18,000 kilometers. This typically includes replacing the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, and cabin air filter. Additional maintenance items may be required depending on the specific condition of the vehicle. Different vehicles have varying maintenance intervals and requirements, so it's best to follow the recommendations provided by the authorized dealership. Tips for vehicle maintenance: When the maintenance indicator light illuminates on the dashboard, it indicates that the vehicle requires servicing. Routine maintenance involves changing the engine oil and other fluids, replacing the oil filter and air filter, as well as replacing certain wear-and-tear rubber components and gradually deteriorating parts. In addition to these replacements, a comprehensive inspection of the vehicle should also be conducted. The purpose of vehicle maintenance: To maintain the vehicle's appearance and ensure its technical condition remains optimal, to identify and eliminate potential issues, to prevent malfunctions, to slow down the deterioration process, and to extend the vehicle's service life. It is recommended to perform a thorough cleaning and maintenance every 50,000 kilometers, or whenever the ABS system responds too early or too late. This process removes harmful sludge and varnish deposits from the system, eliminates the risk of operational failure under extreme temperatures, effectively prevents brake fluid from deteriorating or expiring, and ensures complete replacement of old brake fluid.
I've been driving for three years, and when it comes to the third maintenance, don't rigidly follow the manual. Last time, the experienced mechanic at the 4S dealership pulled out my dipstick and said: 'For those who do a lot of city commuting, you can prepare for maintenance just over 5,000 kilometers. Short trips are especially hard on oil life—the engine just warms up when you arrive, leading to terrifying amounts of carbon buildup. If you often drive on highways, you can stretch it to 7,000 or 8,000 kilometers, but be sure to check the coolant level. It's best to replace the cabin air filter along with the summer maintenance.' My cousin waited until 6,000 kilometers for his maintenance, and his air filter was clogged with poplar catkins—the sour smell from the AC gave him a headache.
