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Import Service Center - General Service and Maintenance Schedule. This information is taken from one of the automotive repair industry's leading informational websites, www.carcare.org.

Service Interval Schedule

Vehicle System/Component Service Notes
Check every 3 months/3,000 miles
Oil Change, Lube & Filter Replacement
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Battery and Cables - Drive Belts
Check Engine Light On
Engine Air & Oil Filter
Exhaust
Fuel Filter
Hoses
Lights
Power Steering Fluid - Tire Inflation and Condition
Windshield Washer Fluid

Check every 6 months/6,000 miles
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Battery and Cables -  Drive Belts
Chassis Lubrication
Engine Air Filter Engine Oil and Filter Exhaust
Fuel Filter
Hoses
Lights
Power Steering Fluid - Tire Inflation and Condition
Windshield Washer Fluid  - Wiper Blades

Check every 9 months/9,000 miles
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Battery and Cables - Drive Belts
Engine Air & Oil Filter
Exhaust
Fuel Filter
Hoses
Lights
Power Steering Fluid - Tire Inflation and Condition
Windshield Washer Fluid

Check every 12 months/12,000 miles
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Battery and Cables - Drive Belts
Brakes
Chassis Lubrication
Coolant (Antifreeze)
Engine Air & Oil Filter - Cabin Air Filter
Exhaust
Fuel Filter
Hoses
Lights
Power Steering Fluid - Steering and Suspension
Tire Inflation and Condition
Windshield Washer Fluid - Wiper Blades
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check fluid level with engine running and transmission in park. If low, add the type of automatic transmission fluid specified.

Battery and Cables

Battery should be securely mounted. Battery connection should be clean, tight and corrosion free. If the battery is three years old or more, it should be tested and replaced if necessary.

Belts
Check V-belts and serpentine belts for looseness and condition. Replace when cracked, frayed, glazed or showing signs of excessive wear. Replace timing belt per interval specified in owner's manual. Typically this is 60,000 to 90,000 miles.

Brakes
Check the entire brake system every year, including brake linings, rotors and drums.

Cabin Air Filter
Replace annually, or more often in areas with heavy airborne contaminants.

Chassis Lubrication
Many newer cars are lubed-for-life; some still require this service. Check owner's manual.

Check Engine Light On
If light comes on while driving or remains on, your vehicle may have an emissions or sensor problem.

Cleaning & Polishing
To prevent stripping the vehicle's wax finish.

Coolant (Antifreeze)
Check level at reservoir. Never open a hot radiator cap. If low, add approved antifreeze.

Engine Air Filter
Inspect filter at each oil change. Replace annually or when leaking, torn, water or oil soaked, dirty or showing other signs of wear.

Engine Oil and Filter
Intervals are built around an oil change every 3,000 miles.
Exhaust
Inspect for leaks, damage and broken supports or hangers if there is an unusual noise. Exhaust leaks can be dangerous  & must be corrected.

Fuel Filter
Inspect filter at each oil change.

Hoses
Inspect hoses at each oil change and replace when leaking, brittle, cracked, rusted, swollen or restricted.

Lights
Replace bulb immediately if light is out. Check fuses first.

Oxygen Sensor
Replace at interval as recommended in owner's manual or when other conditions dictate, such as failing an emissions test.

Power Steering Fluid
Check the fluid with the car warmed up. Add correct type of fluid if low. If frequent topping off is required, inspect for leaks and replace if contaminated.

Spark Plugs
Typical replacement intervals range between 30,000 and 100,000 miles. Always consult your owner's manual for your specific vehicle.

Steering and Suspension
Inspect system annually, including shock absorbers, struts and chassis parts, such as ball joints, tie rod ends and other related components.

Tire Inflation and Condition
Check the pressure of all tires as well as tread for uneven wear or damage, including the spare, at every oil change.  Replace tires if worn or damaged.

Windshield Washer Fluid
Check fluid level monthly. Some vehicles have two reservoirs. Do not use water. Use washer fluid only.

Wiper Blades
Replace every six months or when cracked, cut, torn, streaking or chattering.

The Car Care Council recommends changing your vehicle’s engine oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles depending on the vehicle’s make and model, how you drive the vehicle and the conditions in under which you drive. Always consult the owner’s manual.

  
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