What to Do If the First Car Maintenance Is Overdue?

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DeEvan
07/28/25 8:07pm
If the first maintenance time has passed and the first maintenance has not been carried out, it is recommended that car owners go to the 4S store immediately for the first maintenance. The following is an introduction to the first car maintenance: 1. Introduction: The first car maintenance is the first mandatory maintenance after the new car leaves the factory. In China, except for imported models, the first maintenance of domestic and joint venture models is basically free, and the oil change is free of charge. 2. First maintenance items: The first maintenance is to replace the engine oil and oil filter. While replacing the engine oil and oil filter, a comprehensive inspection of the vehicle will be carried out, including all vehicle lights, the level of all vehicle fluids, whether all vehicle electrical systems are functioning normally, tire inspection and pressure adjustment, whether all chassis components are normal, whether the engine and transmission are leaking oil, and whether they are working normally. A professional diagnostic device will be used to perform a computer inspection of the entire vehicle and reset the maintenance reminder. The maintenance and upkeep of the vehicle throughout its life cycle can greatly increase the overall life of the vehicle if done on time. 3. Other items: A few vehicles may also need to replace the transmission oil and differential oil and other fluids during the first maintenance. The specific requirements should be based on the maintenance manual. Different brand models may have different requirements, but most of them require the first maintenance at 3,000 to 5,000 kilometers. Some brand models may require the first maintenance at around 8,000 to 10,000 kilometers.
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