Car Service Schedule (General Maintenance Guide)

 

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Car Service Schedule

Complete general maintenance guide for petrol, diesel, hybrid, and CNG cars with service intervals, fluids, tires, battery, brakes, filters, and seasonal care.

Important Note: Always follow your vehicle manufacturer's owner's manual. The schedule below is a general guideline suitable for most petrol, diesel, hybrid, and CNG cars.

Table of Contents

Main Service Schedule Seasonal Service Checklist Fluid Replacement Schedule Tire Maintenance Battery Maintenance Brake Maintenance Air Filter Maintenance

Main Car Service Schedule

Weekly

Engine oil level

Action: Check

Weekly

Coolant level

Action: Check

Weekly

Brake fluid level

Action: Check

Weekly

Windshield washer fluid

Action: Refill if needed

Weekly

Tire pressure

Action: Check and adjust

Weekly

Exterior lights

Action: Check

Weekly

Horn

Action: Check

Weekly

Windshield wipers

Action: Inspect

Monthly

Battery terminals

Action: Clean if needed

Monthly

Tires

Action: Inspect for wear and damage

Monthly

Spare wheel

Action: Check pressure

Monthly

Air conditioning

Action: Test operation

Every 5,000 km or 6 months

General inspection

Odometer: 5,000 km

Action: Complete inspection

Every 5,000 km

Tire rotation

Odometer: 5,000 km

Action: Rotate

Every 5,000 km

Brake inspection

Odometer: 5,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 5,000 km

Suspension

Odometer: 5,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 5,000 km

Steering system

Odometer: 5,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 10,000 km or 12 months

Engine oil

Odometer: 10,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 10,000 km

Oil filter

Odometer: 10,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 10,000 km

Air filter

Odometer: 10,000 km

Action: Inspect/Clean

Every 10,000 km

Cabin AC filter

Odometer: 10,000 km

Action: Inspect/Clean

Every 10,000 km

Wheel alignment

Odometer: 10,000 km

Action: Check

Every 10,000 km

Wheel balancing

Odometer: 10,000 km

Action: Check

Every 20,000 km

Engine air filter

Odometer: 20,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 20,000 km

Cabin AC filter

Odometer: 20,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 20,000 km

Brake pads

Odometer: 20,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 20,000 km

Brake discs

Odometer: 20,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 20,000 km

Fuel system

Odometer: 20,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 30,000 km

Brake fluid

Odometer: 30,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 30,000 km

Fuel filter Diesel/CNG

Odometer: 30,000 km

Action: Replace if applicable

Every 30,000 km

Drive belts

Odometer: 30,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 30,000 km

Exhaust system

Odometer: 30,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 40,000 km

Spark plugs Standard

Odometer: 40,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 40,000 km

Coolant

Odometer: 40,000 km

Action: Replace if required

Every 40,000 km

Transmission oil Manual

Odometer: 40,000 km

Action: Inspect/Replace as recommended

Every 40,000 km

CV joints

Odometer: 40,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 50,000 km

Suspension bushes

Odometer: 50,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 50,000 km

Shock absorbers

Odometer: 50,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 50,000 km

Engine mounts

Odometer: 50,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 60,000 km

Automatic transmission fluid

Odometer: 60,000 km

Action: Replace if recommended

Every 60,000 km

Coolant

Odometer: 60,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 60,000 km

Fuel filter

Odometer: 60,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 60,000 km

Timing belt if applicable

Odometer: 60,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 80,000 km

Spark plugs Iridium

Odometer: 80,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 80,000 km

Wheel bearings

Odometer: 80,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 80,000 km

Drive belts

Odometer: 80,000 km

Action: Replace if worn

Every 100,000 km

Timing belt and tensioner if equipped

Odometer: 100,000 km

Action: Replace

Every 100,000 km

Water pump

Odometer: 100,000 km

Action: Inspect/Replace with timing belt if recommended

Every 100,000 km

Radiator hoses

Odometer: 100,000 km

Action: Replace if aged

Every 100,000 km

Engine mounts

Odometer: 100,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 120,000 km

Full vehicle inspection

Odometer: 120,000 km

Action: Complete service

Every 120,000 km

Suspension overhaul

Odometer: 120,000 km

Action: Inspect/Repair as needed

Every 120,000 km

Steering components

Odometer: 120,000 km

Action: Inspect

Every 120,000 km

Brake system

Odometer: 120,000 km

Action: Complete inspection

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This main schedule helps drivers plan preventive maintenance based on weekly, monthly, kilometer-based, and yearly service intervals.

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Seasonal Service Checklist

Summer

Recommended Service

Check coolant, AC, battery, tire pressure

Monsoon

Recommended Service

Inspect wipers, washer fluid, brakes, lights, tires

Winter

Recommended Service

Check battery, coolant, heater, defogger

Long Trip

Recommended Service

Inspect engine oil, tires, brakes, fluids, lights, toolkit

Fluid Replacement Schedule

Engine Oil

Recommended Interval

Every 10,000 km or 12 months

Brake Fluid

Recommended Interval

Every 2 years or 30,000 km

Coolant

Recommended Interval

Every 3 to 5 years or 60,000 km

Manual Transmission Oil

Recommended Interval

40,000 to 60,000 km

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Recommended Interval

60,000 to 100,000 km, manufacturer dependent

Differential Oil

Recommended Interval

40,000 to 60,000 km, if applicable

Power Steering Fluid

Recommended Interval

40,000 to 60,000 km, hydraulic systems only

Windshield Washer Fluid

Recommended Interval

Refill as required

Tire Maintenance

Tire Pressure

Interval

Weekly

Tire Rotation

Interval

Every 5,000 to 10,000 km

Wheel Alignment

Interval

Every 10,000 km or if steering pulls

Wheel Balancing

Interval

Every 10,000 km

Tire Replacement

Interval

40,000 to 60,000 km or tread below legal limit

Battery Maintenance

Battery Health Check

Interval

Every 6 months

Terminal Cleaning

Interval

Every 6 months

Battery Replacement

Interval

3 to 5 years average

Brake Maintenance

Brake Pads

Interval

Inspect every 20,000 km

Brake Discs

Interval

Inspect every 20,000 km

Brake Fluid

Interval

Replace every 2 years

Parking Brake

Interval

Inspect every service

Air Filter Maintenance

Engine Air Filter

Interval

Replace every 20,000 km

Cabin AC Filter

Interval

Replace every 20,000 km

Fuel Filter

Interval

Replace every 30,000 to 60,000 km, vehicle dependent

Maintenance Tip: Cars used in heavy traffic, dusty areas, hilly roads, waterlogged roads, or frequent short trips may need earlier service than the normal schedule.

Regular preventive maintenance helps improve safety, performance, fuel efficiency, resale value, and long-term vehicle reliability.

This schedule serves as a comprehensive preventive maintenance checklist and can be adapted to your specific vehicle model and driving conditions.