Recommended Maintenance Schedule

"Preventative Maintenance"

Manufacturers know that a properly maintained vehicle will be safer, more dependable and last longer. Car makers and owners have a responsibility to make sure emission control components receive regular service to ensure that they are functioning properly. Regular maintenance helps accomplish these goals by keeping your engine running effeciently and eliminating potential problems that may leave you stranded.

The service intervals in this car care manual are recommendations for severe driving conditions such as the temperature extremes we experience in Canada.

Not every procedure will be required in every case, depending on the type of car you own and your driving habits.

The important thing to remember is that regular maintenance at regular intervals may save you hundreds even thousands of dollars in repair bills over the life of your car.

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5,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure

 





10,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Inspect Tire Tread - Rotate As Necessary

Change Oil And Filter

Car manufacturers are recommended oil and filter changes at 7,000 to 10,000 km. We recommend changes every 5,000 km for severe driving conditions. Due to oil contamination caused by gasoline and moisture residue from the combustion process, we consider even driving around town (repetitive short trips) to be severe. Changing your oil and filter removes contaminant's thus prolonging your engine's life.





15,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure

Tire rotation includes brake inspection on passenger cars and light trucks.





20,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Change Fuel Filter
  • Change Air Filter
  • Tire Rotation

Tire Rotation

Rotating your car's tires is important for longer tire life. Some cars my not require rotation as often as every 10,000 km; for other cars, 10,000 km is not enough. Watching wear patterns and tire pressures will help your tires last longer.





25,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Clean Emission Control System

Emission Control Cleaning

Today's fuels and fuel delivery systems on cars are causing carbon build-up problems on valves and intake manifolds, which can rob you of performance and mileage. A good chemical cleaning once a year will help prevent this build-up.





30,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation

 





35,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Power Steering Flush (every 2 years)





40,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Maintenance Tune-Up
    • Plugs
    • Rotor
    • Fuel Filter
    • Air Filter
  • Tire Rotation
  • Battery Rotation
  • Battery Inspection & Test

Maintenance Tune-Up

Replacing spark plugs, ignition rotor & distributor cap if necessary every 40,000 km will help improve gas mileage and keep your car running smoothly for many more kms. If your engine is running rough or is stalling, the maintenance tune-up alone may not cure the problem. Computer controlled engines have many sensore, switches & solenoids that control engine functions. Further testing & repairs may be required to cure poor performing engines.





45,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure

Grease Chassis

Front end parts on cars support a lot of weight. Greasing is necessary to make these parts last longer (although not all cars have greaseable front end parts).





50,000 km

  • HEPA Filter
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Change Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
  • Flush Cooling System
  • Tire Rotation
  • Brake Inspection
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Clean Emission Control System
  • Valve Adjustment
  • Factory Scheduled Maintenance

Automatic Transmission Service/Flush

Automatic Transmissions are constantly shifting up & down, creating a lot of heat in your transmission. Heat can break down transmission oil, preventing it from protecting metal parts & bushings. Having fluid changed every 50,000 km will help your transmission last longer.

Cooling System Flush

Manufacturers recommend that antifreeze is changed every two years. Antifreeze contains chemicals that fight corrosion and supply seals with conditioner. These chemicals deplete over time so flushing and changing antifreeze can help prevent head gasket problems and other cooling system failures.

 





55,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure

Valve Adjustment

Some engines have valves that require adjustment every 50,000 km. Not all cars have this need, however. In fact, most cars are equipped with hydraulic lifters requiring no adjustments. But if your engine does have mechanical lifters, adjusting them may save you the cost of a valve job.





60,000 km

  • Brake Fluid Flush
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Change Fuel Filter
  • Change Air Filter

Air Filter

Clean Air going into an engine will help it last longer. Generally 56,000 to 90,000 L. (15,000-24,000 gallons) of air pass through the engine for every 4 liter (1 gallon) of gasoline. A dirty air filter can cause poor mileage. Also, air filter quality differs widely, so be sure to buy a good filter to catch all the dirt.





65,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





70,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels andTire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Inspect Brakes
  • Power Steering Flush (every 2 years)





75,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Clean Emission Control System

Belts and Hoses

For worry free traveling manufacturers recommend that belts and hoses be replaced every three to four years. The serpentine belts, because they are wider, will last longer and are not as critical as the V-Belts. Hoses may look and feel good, but hoses go bad from the inside out, so looks aren't everything. Replace them and avoid needless worrying.





80,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Maintenance Tune-Up
    • Plugs
    • Rotor
    • Fuel Filter
    • Air Filter
  • Replace Oxygen Sensor
  • Check and Replace Belts as Necessary
  • Check and Replace Hoses as Necessary
    • (3 - 4 years old)
  • Battery Inspection & Test

Oxygen Sensor

An oxygen sensor or O2 sensor, is an input sensor fo ryour car' computer system, sending information to the computer up to 50 times per second. The O2 sensor tells the computer if the engine is running rich or lean and continually collects the mixture of fuel being delivered to the engine. If the sensor gets contaminated it slows down, which can rob performance an gas mileage from your engine. This is strictly a maintenance item.

Hepa Filter

Removes odours & contaminates from the air entering through your heating and air conditioning systems. Service every 50,000 km.





85,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





90,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





95,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





100,000 km

  • HEPA Filter
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Change Fuel Filter
  • Change Air Filter
  • Replace Timing Belt (if applicable)
  • Clean Emission Control System
  • Change ATF
  • Flush Cooling system (2 years)
  • Valve Adjustment
  • Factory Scheduled Maintenance

Fuel Filter

Gasoline filters are important for keeping your fuel delivery system clean. Whether you have a carburetor or fuel injection, dirty fuel can cause big problems. So change your filter every 20,000 km.





105,000 km

  • Power Steering Flush (every 2 years)
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure

 





110,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation





115,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure

Timing Belt

Overhead Camshaft Engines: Some manufactures recommend replacement at 100,000 km to prevent engine damage. A broken timing belt means a very large repair bill.





120,000 km

  • Brake Fluid Flush
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Maintenance Tune-Up
    • Plugs
    • Rotor
    • Fuel Filter
    • Air Filter
  • Check Spark Plug Wires
  • Battery Inspection & Test

It is good idea to replace spark plug wires at 120,000 km as a general maintenance precaution.

 





125,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Clean Emission Control System





130,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation

Brakes tend to last anywhere from 60,00 to 100,000 km on most cars. Regular tire rotation also allows for regular brake inspections.





135,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





140,000 km

  • Power Steering Flush (every 2 years)
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Change Fuel Filter
  • Change Air Filter
  • Tire Rotation

Power Steering Flush





145,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





150,000 km

  • HEPA Filter
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Change ATF
  • Clean Emission
  • Control System
  • Tire Rotation
  • Flush Cooling System (2 years)
  • Valve Adjustment
  • Factory Schedule Maintenance





155,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





160,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Maintenance Tune-Up
    • Plugs
    • Rotor
    • Fuel Filter
    • Air Filter
  • Tire Rotation
  • Change Oxygen Sensor





165,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





170,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation





175,000 km

  • Power Steering Flush (every 2 years)
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Clean Emission Control System





180,000 km

  • Brake Fluid Flush
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Change Fuel Filter
  • Change Air Filter





185,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





190,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation

Brake Fluid Flush

Brake Systems absorb moisture which can cause your vehicles brake fluid to be so acidic that it can result in premature brake failure. Without preventative maintenance this repair could cost thousands of dollars. Brake fluid should be flushed every 2 years or 60,000 km.





195,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure

 





200,000 km

  • HEPA Filter
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Cooling System Flush (2 years)
  • Maintenance Tune-Up
    • Plugs
    • Rotor
    • Fuel Filter
    • Air Filter
  • Change ATF
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Valve Adjustment
  • Factory Scheduled Maintenance
  • Clean Emission Control System





205,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





210,000 km

  • Power Steering Flush (every 2 years)
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation





215,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





220,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Change Fuel Filter
  • Change Air Filter

For safe driving and long tire life, a wheel alignment should be done at least once a year.





225,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Wheel alignment
  • Clean Emission Control System





230,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation





235,000 km

  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





240,000 km

  • Brake Fluid Flush
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Maintenance Tune-Up
    • Plugs
    • Rotor
    • Fuel Filter
    • Air Filter
  • Plug Wires
  • Change Oxygen Sensor
  • Tire Rotation





245,000 km

  • Power Steering Flush (every 2 years)
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure





250,000 km

  • HEPA Filter
  • Change Oil and Filter
  • Grease Chassis
  • Check All Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Clean Emission Control System
  • Change ATF
  • Flush Cooling System (2 years)
  • Tire Rotation
  • Factory Scheduled Maintenance




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