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Other Intervals

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Some vehicle components do not need frequent attention, but they are just as important for long-term safety and performance. How often should you change your spark plugs or flush your coolant system? When should the timing belt be replaced? Are there maintenance tasks that drivers often forget until it's too late?

This page covers critical vehicle checks and services that fall outside of regular weekly or monthly intervals. By understanding these less frequent but essential maintenance routines, you can prevent major breakdowns and costly repairs. What happens if you delay these longer-term checks? Are you following your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations?

Taking care of your car at every interval ensures it stays reliable, safe, and roadworthy well into the future. These overlooked steps may be occasional, but they are key to protecting your investment and staying safe on the road.

The servicing or part replacement intervals will vary depending on your vehicle, specific parts used, driving style, climate and location.

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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