What needs to be replaced during a car's first maintenance?

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SophiaDella
07/24/25 11:57am
During a car's first maintenance, the following items need to be replaced: 1. Engine oil and oil filter; 2. Coolant; 3. Windshield washer fluid; 4. Cabin air filter; 5. Brake fluid; 6. Transmission fluid. The first maintenance inspection includes: 1. Checking all car lights, including emergency signal lights, trunk light, glove box light, indicator lights, dashboard warning lights, and interior lights; 2. Inspecting tire wear and tire pressure; 3. Examining fuel lines, dust covers, rubber protective parts under the body, and all screw-fastened areas of the chassis. For the first maintenance, you should prepare your driver's license, maintenance manual, and warranty manual.
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Adalynn
08/11/25 6:06am
I remember when I first started driving over a decade ago, I was both excited and a bit nervous about my first car maintenance. Back then, at the 4S shop, they mainly changed the engine oil and oil filter—these two are essential because during the new car break-in period, metal particles accumulate in the oil, and not changing it would cause faster engine wear. They also checked the air filter, but usually, it doesn’t get replaced during the first maintenance unless it’s too dirty. Additionally, they tested the levels of various fluids like coolant and brake fluid to ensure there were no leaks. Tire pressure and tread were adjusted for smoother driving. Finally, they tightened the chassis screws to prevent loosening. I recommend going on time and not delaying—the first maintenance is usually free or low-cost, but missing it might affect the warranty. Overall, it felt simple, didn’t take much time, and helped the car run longer. Now, I maintain it every six months, and the engine still feels like new.
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