When is the best time for the first maintenance of a new car?
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The best time for the first maintenance of a new car is at 6 months or 5,000 kilometers. Here is an introduction to the first maintenance of a new car: 1. The maintenance time and mileage are subject to whichever comes first. When performing the first maintenance, be sure to bring the first maintenance card. 2. After the first maintenance, the vehicle still requires regular maintenance. Regular maintenance involves preventive work such as inspecting, cleaning, supplying, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car. The purpose is to keep the car clean, maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate hidden dangers, prevent faults, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life. 3. Regular maintenance is generally divided into minor maintenance and major maintenance: Minor maintenance usually refers to the routine maintenance items performed at the time or mileage specified by the manufacturer to ensure vehicle performance. It mainly includes changing the engine oil and oil filter. Major maintenance refers to the routine maintenance performed at the time or mileage specified by the manufacturer, including changing the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, and fuel filter.
As someone experienced with new cars, I believe the first maintenance at 3,000 kilometers or three months (whichever comes first) is most appropriate. New car engine components need breaking-in, which generates fine metal particles mixed into the engine oil - these contaminants are like waste in blood vessels. Changing the first-service-specific oil early can clean out these particles and improve lubrication. Remember to bring the warranty manual to the 4S dealership. Besides changing the oil and oil filter, they'll perform free checks for loose chassis bolts, uneven tire wear, and brake fluid leaks. While many modern cars claim they can stretch to 5,000 km, early maintenance is essentially buying health insurance for your new vehicle.
