Will the warranty be void if the second maintenance is overdue?
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The warranty will not be void if the second maintenance is overdue. The required maintenance items include: 1. Replacement of engine oil, oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, transmission fluid, cabin air filter, and engine belt; 2. Inspection of spark plugs; 3. Addition of brake fluid; 4. Cleaning of throttle body and fuel injectors; 5. Inspection of tires, brake pads, brake discs, tire pressure, lighting, chassis, and power steering system. The second maintenance, also known as secondary maintenance or secondary service, refers to the periodic preventive work of inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the vehicle. Its purposes are: 1. To keep the vehicle clean and tidy; 2. To maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate potential hazards, and prevent faults; 3. To slow down the deterioration process and extend the service life.
Will overdue second maintenance void the warranty? It depends on the brand and dealership policy. I specifically asked the service advisor during my first maintenance, and he said the key factor is how long it's overdue. For my brand, they allow a 15-day grace period for overdue maintenance without voiding the warranty. But exceeding 30 days could jeopardize the warranty coverage for core components like the engine and transmission. Last time when I was delayed by a business trip for two weeks, I immediately brought my flight itinerary to explain the situation to the dealership, and they made an exception. The mileage and date in the maintenance manual are strict requirements - consistently overdue maintenance may indeed be considered as voluntarily giving up warranty rights. So it's best to schedule maintenance at least one week in advance, don't wait until the deadline.
