When Should a New Car Undergo Its First Maintenance?

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07/25/25 7:20am
New cars generally undergo their first maintenance after reaching either 3,000 kilometers or 5,000 kilometers. Below are relevant details about vehicle maintenance: 1. Maintenance Content: Primary car maintenance items include replacing engine oil, oil filters, transmission fluid, spark plugs, cabin air filters, engine air filters, brake fluid, etc. However, not all these items need replacement during every maintenance session; it depends on the vehicle's usage conditions. 2. Precautions: The first maintenance is crucial and typically free of charge, so car owners must remember to schedule it to avoid missing this service, which could affect the car's three-maintenance warranty. Additionally, the first maintenance schedule can be checked in the vehicle's user manual or warranty handbook.
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