Maintenance Guide
A simple guide to your car's common maintenance items that will keep your car in good condition for hundreds of thousands of miles.
(Recommended service intervals are approximations and based on manufacturer recommendations. Will vary based on parts, vehicle, and driving.)
Item
Standard Interval
Special Interval & Notes
Engine Oil & Filter
5,000 miles / 6 months
3,000 miles for high mileage vehicles or for extra protection.
Brake Pads / Rotors
30,000 to 40,000 miles
Depends heavily on driving, vehicle, rust, and more. Vibration under braking may be a sign you need brakes.
Engine Air Filter
15,000 to 30,000 miles
10,000 miles for "extreme conditions" such as dusty or polluted areas.
Cabin Air Filter
15,000 to 30,000 miles
More frequently in extreme conditions or with any sense of unclean air through vents.
Differential / Transfer Case Fluid
60,000 miles
30,000 miles under load-bearing conditions like towing or hauling; frequent off-roading.
Serpentine / Accessory Drive Belt
50,000 to 100,000 miles
Vehicle- and belt-dependent. Squealing noise may be a sign to change.
Spark Plugs
60,000 miles
20,000 - 40,000 miles with high-demand engines, or low quality plugs.
Transmission Fluid
60,000 miles
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Engine Coolant
100,000 miles
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Brake Fluid
Three years
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