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Other Intervals

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Regular vehicle maintenance at the right intervals is crucial to keeping your car safe, reliable, and performing at its best. While monthly and quarterly checks cover many basics, there are important services that only need to be done at specific mileage or time milestones. Knowing when to carry out these tasks helps you avoid costly repairs and ensures your vehicle runs smoothly in all driving conditions.

What are the recommended maintenance intervals for less frequent but essential services? When should you replace your timing belt? How often do you need to inspect your suspension system? When is it necessary to check your exhaust or transmission? What special maintenance might be required based on your driving habits or climate?

This page offers straightforward and practical advice on critical maintenance tasks that fall outside routine checks. It guides you on what to look for and when to act, helping you stay ahead of potential problems. Following these recommendations will keep your car reliable, safe, and fully compliant with roadworthy standards throughout its lifespan.

Certain vehicle parts need attention less frequently but are just as important for long-term safety and performance. How often should you change your spark plugs? When is it time to flush your coolant system? Are there maintenance tasks that are often overlooked until they cause bigger issues? What risks come from delaying these key checks? Are you following your vehicle manufacturer’s recommended service schedule?

By understanding and completing these less frequent maintenance routines, you can prevent major breakdowns and expensive repairs. Caring for your car at every interval protects your investment and keeps you safe on the road. Remember that servicing schedules may vary depending on your vehicle model, the parts used, your driving style, and local climate conditions.

The list below is to give you a general idea of what needs to be done or replaced and at what intervals. It is divided into distance and time intervals:

Distance

  • 15 000 km:

  • Minor service.

  • 30 000 km:

  • Major Service.

  • 45 000 km:

  • Minor service.

  • 60 000 km:

  • Major Service.

  • Replace tires.

  • 75 000 km:

  • Minor service.

  • Shocks.

  • 90 000 km:

  • Major Service.

  • Replace cambelt.

  • 100 000 km:

  • Clutch.

Vehicle maintenance chart detailing minor and major service intervals and checklists

Time

  • 3 Years:

  • Exhaust.

  • 5 Years:

  • Battery.

  • Alternator.

  • Brake pads.

  • Light bulbs.

  • 8 Years:

  • Timing belt.

  • Water pump.

  • Spark plugs.

  • Radiator.

  • 10 Years:

  • Thermostat.

  • 12 Years:

  • AC Compressor.

  • 15 Years:

  • Airbags.

  • Seat belts.

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