What maintenance does a Civic need at 60,000 kilometers?
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The maintenance items for a car after driving 60,000 kilometers include changing the engine oil, replacing the brake fluid, replacing the three filters, changing the transmission fluid, and checking the tires, among others. The purpose of car maintenance is to keep the vehicle clean, maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate potential hazards, prevent faults, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life. Here are the maintenance tasks required for a car at 60,000 kilometers: Changing the engine oil. After driving 60,000 kilometers, the car can switch to a higher viscosity and more protective oil, such as 0W-40, to ensure the engine operates better. Replacing the brake fluid. Generally, a car's brake fluid should be replaced after driving around 40,000 kilometers. Replacing the brake fluid ensures the braking system functions optimally. Additionally, during the major maintenance at 60,000 kilometers, the wear level of the brake pads should be checked. If the wear is severe, the brake pads should also be replaced. Replacing the three filters. These include the air filter, oil filter, and cabin air filter. The three filters are car components that are prone to contamination and wear, so they typically need to be cleaned or replaced during each maintenance session. Changing the transmission fluid. Generally, manual transmission vehicles should have their transmission fluid replaced every 50,000 kilometers, while automatic transmission vehicles should replace it every 80,000 kilometers. During major maintenance, the transmission fluid should be inspected. Checking the tires. Inspect the tires for normal wear. If the wear is severe, they should be replaced promptly. Car maintenance generally includes the following inspection or replacement tasks: checking whether the coolant level meets specifications; inspecting the brake and clutch fluid levels; verifying the power steering fluid level; checking for oil leaks at all system pipe connections; examining the battery fluid level and windshield washer fluid level; inspecting the tension and aging of the generator, air conditioning, water pump, and power steering pump belts; ensuring all front and rear lights are functional (including headlights, marker lights, turn signals, brake lights, reverse lights, and fog lights); checking tire pressure and wear, tightening the tire bolts to the specified torque, adjusting tire pressure to the manufacturer's recommended level, and rotating the tires if necessary based on wear patterns; and verifying that the vehicle's exhaust emissions comply with standards. Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain components of a vehicle, also known as vehicle servicing. Modern car maintenance primarily covers the engine system, transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, power steering system, and more.
For my Civic's 60,000 km major maintenance, I opted for a comprehensive preventive maintenance package. Engine oil and filter replacement were mandatory - I chose full synthetic oil for extended durability. Transmission fluid change was particularly crucial; CVT models strictly require genuine Honda fluid to avoid transmission damage. All brake fluid was completely replaced, as braking safety cannot be compromised. The entire spark plug set was replaced per manual specifications to prevent future ignition issues. Coolant underwent complete renewal to protect the cooling system. Technicians thoroughly inspected tire wear patterns and performed rotation, tested the battery showing 60% health (still functional for now), and confirmed sufficient brake pad thickness. All chassis bolts were retightened. Finally, throttle body carbon cleaning noticeably improved throttle response. The total cost was around ¥1,500, but considering it extends the vehicle's lifespan, it's a worthwhile investment.
