When Is Car Maintenance Recommended?
July 1, 2022
Each vehicle has its own 24-hour service (บริการ 24 ชั่วโมง which is the term in Thai) maintenance needs and schedules. This is because the automaker knows the product it has manufactured in-depth and prepares a specific manual for revisions. The dates suggested in this document consider the durability of the materials used in the production and all safety tests done on the car.
Thus, the idea is to follow the factory guidelines regularly. It is also interesting to adapt the calendar according to the conditions of use of the vehicle. If you put a lot of demands on your car, traveling frequently or riding on uneven terrain, for example, it will likely need maintenance sooner than expected.
But beware: the same does not apply to cars that are stationary for a long time. Even if you rarely use the car, it must undergo periodic reviews. Typically, scheduled maintenance is performed every 6 months or 10,000 kilometers driven – whichever comes first.
And why is it essential to secure these reviews? The main reason is to avoid slight wear on the parts generates more problems in the future. By doing this, you also save money. After all, changing the lubricating oil is much cheaper than fixing engine failures caused by the lack of this fluid — one of the advantageous situations.
Car maintenance also increases your safety and prevents accidents. Imagine the danger of driving with a broken brake system. This can happen if the replacement of the components is not carried out at the correct time. That’s why it’s worth having a trusted mechanic and keeping up to date with maintenance.
How To Set Up A Service Schedule For Your Car?
Generally, you should send your car in for service after 10,000 km or twice a year (at 6-month intervals). Also, remember that the parts require specific inspections, ranging from 10,000 km to 80,000 km driven. The recommended mileage for overhauling the alignment and balancing systems is 10,000 km. Until 20 thousand km, keep an eye on the spark plugs, brake fluid, and filters (air conditioning and fuel), for example. Between 60 and 80 thousand km, it’s time to assess the state of the suspension.
