What materials are needed for a car's first maintenance?
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The items required for the first maintenance include: driver's license; maintenance manual; warranty manual; owner's ID card; vehicle's driving license; vehicle registration book; vehicle purchase invoice. Bring these to the designated first maintenance facility for the vehicle's initial service. Important note: Make an appointment with the 4S shop in advance. The first maintenance refers to the initial service after a new car has been driven. The specific time varies by vehicle, generally after driving 5,000 kilometers or 6 months. It is essential to attend the first maintenance on time, neither early nor late. The completion of the first maintenance marks the end of the car's break-in period, allowing it to be driven under standard load and normal speed as required by the vehicle. The timing for the first maintenance is calculated from the date of vehicle pickup. There are two indicator values for the first maintenance: mileage and time. Whichever indicator is met first will be the standard. First maintenance items include: oil change, oil filter replacement, cleaning the air filter, checking various fluid levels for normalcy, inspecting the generator belt, checking for damage to wiper blades, checking tire pressure for normalcy, and inspecting tires for damage or bulges. Time required: Completing all tasks takes approximately 2 hours. The most critical aspects of a new car's first maintenance are changing the oil and oil filter. When changing the oil, the oil filter must also be replaced. The choice of oil must refer to the "Vehicle Use and Maintenance Manual," as different vehicle models require different oil specifications. Maintenance precautions: Do not rinse the interior of the car body with water: Many people clean their cars during holidays, washing the body with water and wiping it with a cloth. It is important to note that the interior of the car body should not be directly washed with water. If the floor mats are dirty, use a vacuum cleaner or take them out to brush and clean with detergent, then dry before putting them back. There are many holes under the rubber mats on the floor of the driver's compartment. If water enters, it will not dry but will flow through the holes to areas like the gearbox, causing erosion and corrosion. The best practice is to vacuum clean and then wipe with a cloth to prevent water accumulation. Do not mix different brands of antifreeze: When the antifreeze in the car is low, it is recommended to drain the antifreeze and add the same brand from the beginning. Different brands of antifreeze have significantly different chemical properties and use different corrosion inhibitors. Do not mix them to avoid unnecessary issues. Do not lubricate tire bolts and nuts: When bolts on a moving car rust, they are often oiled to function again. Some people apply lubricant to the bolts and nuts to prevent rust, but this can pose a safety risk. At high speeds, the bolts and nuts can loosen or even fall off, leading to driving malfunctions.
Last time before my first maintenance service, I specifically asked a friend at the 4S dealership about the required documents. The most important one is the vehicle maintenance manual, which contains the free first service voucher card. Also, bring the original vehicle license to prove it's your own car, and your ID card for registration purposes. It's best to prepare a copy of the car purchase invoice as well. Additionally, it's advisable to book the maintenance appointment in advance. Remember to clear out any clutter from the trunk before driving the car in, to make it easier for the technician to inspect the chassis. Once at the dealership, just hand over the materials to the after-sales specialist—they have the vehicle records in their system. The whole process can be completed in under two hours if it's quick, so it's recommended to avoid the weekend rush.
