There are many small partners are consulting the maintenance interval. Some automobile brands require maintenance intervals of 5,000 km/3 months, some brands are 7,500 km/6 months, and some brands are 15,000 km/12 months. There are also experts or 4S shops saying that the use of cars in the country is not good, and maintenance intervals should be further reduced. The question is, why are the differences in service intervals between brands different? What factors determine the maintenance interval? What is the number of kilometers and time, whichever? Is it subject to the manufacturer's prescribed maintenance interval or is it based on the expert or 4S shop?
In terms of maintenance, we have always heard a variety of arguing. What is the truth?
Interpretation:
The maintenance cycle is part of the manufacturer's marketing strategy. On the one hand, automakers hope to increase the market competitiveness of the automobile by extending maintenance intervals, and on the other hand, they are reluctant to give up the benefits of higher maintenance frequency. So as long as the market does not respond strongly to the maintenance cycle, shorter maintenance intervals will be used.
In the German market, taking into account the customer's requirements for reducing maintenance costs and the situation of competitors, since 2000, on the basis of constantly improving the engine and adopting new wear-resistant engine oil, most models of Audi and Volkswagen have adopted extended maintenance intervals. Measures. Depending on the model and engine, the interval between maintenance of gasoline engines can be extended to 2 years or up to 30,000 kilometers, and some diesel engines can be extended to 50,000 kilometers.
In China, the maintenance intervals between Audi and Volkswagen range from the shortest 5,000 km/6 months to 7,500 km/6 months, 10,000 km/12 months, and 15,000 km/12 months.
The idea of ​​the supporting manufacturer is the same as that of the car manufacturer.
For Golden Mobil 1, the warranty period on the product specification is written for 60 months. The warm reminder reads, "Warmly," reads: After the opened engine oil is properly stored, please use it within 12 months. It is recommended that the oil be changed every 5,000 to 10,000 kilometers, or replaced every six months. The replacement cycle should not be too long. For a long time, the engine oil will oxidize and deteriorate.
The idea of ​​the 4S shop and the repair shop is even more direct. Shortening the maintenance interval and increasing the frequency of maintenance can earn more man-hours and more profit for accessories sales. So keep telling you that traffic is so congested. To better protect the engine, you need to shorten the maintenance interval. At the same time, in order to better maintain the car, better oil should be used. Little do you know the oil you changed, they changed hands and sold to the black market. It's possible that the oil you bought was the black market's return after processing.
The profits of e-commerce and accessories sellers come from the sales of accessories. The more they sell, the more they earn.
Someone may have said, why wouldn’t a single interest group stand up and say justice?
If car owners who are saving money don't care, what do the profit-making gainers have to say about losing their profits?
From a technical point of view, car manufacturers and car manufacturers already have the ability to provide longer service intervals. The different car maintenance intervals for different brands or different models do not lie in the technical differences but in the differences in market strategies.
What determines the maintenance cycle?
Maintenance items include: engine oil, transmission oil, oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, air conditioning filter, spark plug, brake fluid, engine timing belt, engine coolant, power steering fluid , brakes, batteries, tires, etc.
When to replace is mainly determined by three factors.
The better production technology selection of accessories, the use of better assembly processes and a more reasonable engine, transmission management system can effectively reduce the wear between parts and prolong maintenance intervals.
The improvement of accessory technology and accessories technology can effectively extend the service life of accessories. The maintenance interval has the requirement of several kilometers. Everybody can understand that this is because the accessories will wear out according to the actual usage, and the more wear and tear they use, the more they will get. But even if you don't open many kilometers, why do you have to change it for 3 months or 6 months? The main reason for the time limit is the various oils. After contact with air, the oil will be oxidized and oxidation will cause failure. The current manufacturer's maintenance interval time is much shorter than the effective period of various oils.
Driving habits and conditions of use Good driving habits and most of them are long-distance driving. Maintenance intervals can be longer. Poor driving habits, plus frequent short trips, should use slightly shorter maintenance intervals. Here is slightly shorter, the shortest is the manufacturer recommended maintenance interval.
Who cares about the maintenance interval?
Experts and 4S shop say it. During the warranty period, car manufacturers have the final say.
Car manufacturers have done the harshest real-vehicle tests when cars are introduced to the market. According to the actual vehicle test, the most conservative maintenance interval suitable for the local market was formulated. At the same time, it is stipulated that if you do not carry out maintenance in accordance with the provisions of the maintenance manual, you will not enjoy the warranty. Therefore, during the warranty period, it is recommended to select the maintenance item for maintenance according to the various accessories and maintenance intervals recommended by the manufacturer, combined with the inspection results before each maintenance. In this way, you do not have to take the risk of insurance, nor spend too much money.
Is it necessary to replace better oil during the warranty period?
It is not necessary from an economic point of view. One of the greatest benefits of a good oil is that it can lead to longer service intervals. However, in China, if you do not take care of maintenance in accordance with the intervals specified in the maintenance manual, you are considered to be saving money. Of course, better quality oils can also bring other benefits. If you think of the money, then spend it.
Out of warranty period, listening to the car.
After the warranty period of the car, in any case, can not expect the manufacturers will replace any free accessories. From the actual situation, you can use long-lasting oil, which can extend the maintenance interval. Each accessory can detect actual quality, including oil, brake fluid, and battery.
The initial inspections were conducted according to the manufacturer's recommended maintenance intervals. Based on the actual inspection results, it was determined which ones should be replaced and which ones should not be replaced. Gradually, the on-demand maintenance program was gradually developed.
Is it necessary to shorten the maintenance cycle according to the 4S store's long-term short-distance driving?
no need. The manufacturer's maintenance interval is the shortest service interval given after a brutal test. For almost all cars, maintenance has been severely over-provisioned at factory maintenance intervals. Over-maintenance not only costs more money, but the replaced parts also bring a lot of pressure to the environment. Of course, it also created a black market and fat service provider.
The number of kilometers and the time interval, whichever is the basis?
In the warranty period, according to the manufacturer, the first comer prevails. Out of the warranty period, the number of kilometers and time are clouds, the actual vehicle inspection results shall prevail. Different parts have different quality metrics, and Dazui will launch related topics in the near future. Stay tuned.
in conclusion:
During the warranty period, in strict accordance with the maintenance intervals specified in the manufacturer's maintenance manual, use the original recommended accessories for maintenance; out of the warranty period, in accordance with the manufacturer maintenance interval inspection, according to the actual situation of maintenance, gradually explored to develop the most suitable for their own car care Program.
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