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What to Do When the Car Displays 'SERVICE' and Won't Start?

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SanHarley

08/27/25 6:29am

The 'SERVICE' prompt on the car dashboard is a maintenance reminder function set by the manufacturer to remind the owner to perform regular maintenance at specified intervals. Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, supplying, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car, also known as car servicing. Below is an introduction to car maintenance: 1. Exterior inspection: Before driving, check the doors, hood, trunk, and glass condition, inspect the body for damage, tilting, oil or water leaks, etc. 2. Engine and various fluids: Check the fastening condition of engine components, inspect engine joints for oil or water leaks. Check and adjust belt tension, inspect the fastening condition of pipes and wires. Top up engine oil, coolant, and electrolyte. 3. Tires: Check tire wear and clean the trunk. Replace tires when they are close to the wear mark. Inspect tires for bulges, abnormal wear, aging cracks, or damage. 4. Cleaning and lubrication: Clean oil stains from the engine hood, door, and trunk hinge mechanisms, and lubricate them. The general service life of antifreeze is 2 years; it should be replaced during maintenance, and the cooling system should be thoroughly cleaned. Due to the hygroscopic nature of the braking system, brake fluid should be replaced every two years.

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