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basic maintenance on most cars 1?

I have noticed alot of question are around basic maintenance so here are som basics ( you dont have to goto the dealership is # 1)

Belts -- these should be changed every 30k miles but inspected every 2nd oil change

hoses -- should be looked at 2 times a year spring and fall replaced at 50k miles

tire rotation -- every 2nd oil change

coolant flush -- every 2 years or 24k miles.. make sure to use the standard ethylene glycol- type ( always the same color )

wheel alignment -- once a year is good

air filter -- once a year is good

cabibn air filter -- once a year is good

differential oil --- 24 to 30k miles or about every 2 years

transmission flush -- 2 years or 30k miles.. unless it is slipping.. then dont touch it see a transmission shop that offers free inspections

power steering fluid -- 30k miles should be good

tire pressure -- on your tire it will tell you what to put in them.. it should be that level not below.. l

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    ....People should do what carmaker recommends...good point Larr..most people wait for breakdown before doing anything.

  • 1 decade ago

    I agree on most of what you said aside from tire pressure I would go with the door sticker if you are keeping close to stock tires, if you are going aftermarket wheels and tires then i would go with the tire.

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