How Often Should I Service My Car?
Here at our dealership, we believe that knowing that you have a reliable car with dependable performance is one less thing to keep you up at night. To keep your car running as smoothly and long as possible, routine maintenance is a must. To help you know what to keep an eye on, we have put this basic guide together for you. However, it is important to always refer to your vehicle’s owner manual because optimal service intervals can vary between models and vehicle year.
15,000-Mile Service
When your vehicle hits the 15,000 mile mark, it is due for its first major service. This should include things like checking the air filters, rotating tires, inspection of key parts like the cooling and braking systems, and also an oil change.
30,000-Mile Service
When your vehicle hits the 15,000 mile mark, it is due for its first major service. This should include things like checking the air filters, rotating tires, inspection of key parts like the cooling and braking systems, and also an oil change.
60,000-Mile Service
The average person will hit their 60,000 mile service when they have had their car for four or five years. This service will be much more comprehensive than the previous two because by this point the car has begun to have some serious wear and tear and may need several repairs or new parts. One such part is the battery—many batteries are not designed to last beyond five years and by 60,000 miles the battery may begin to start having trouble holding a charge. At 60,000 miles the brake fluid and brake pads will also probably need to be replaced and the brake rotors may need to be smoothed out. The transmission fluid should also be checked.
90,000-Mile Service
By the time your car has hit 90,000 miles you should have a good idea of basic maintenance to have done. The main thing for this service is to have your spark plugs and power steering fluid checked and possibly replaced. If your car has a timing belt instead of a timing chain, it will also need to be checked over and replaced if needed.
For more details about your Hyundai Santa Fe, Accent or Elantra maintenance schedule, as well as any other model in the lineup, please consult your owner’s manual or contact Camelback Hyundai for further information.
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