Questions tagged [scheduled-maintenance]

About recommend scheduled maintenance, e.g. oil change.

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Oil change checklist

I prefer to do my own regular oil changes, and only take my car to the mechanic/dealer for significant servicing milestones (e.g. 30/60/90k). Each time I change the oil, I can't help but feel that I've skipped checking something important. What is…
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What kind of service to get done on a car in its 4th year but having only 10k miles?

My car (2012 VW Passat SE) is in its 4th year but only has 10k miles on it. I am wondering if I need to get the 40k/4year service done on the car which is going to cost $700 (I think it includes a head to toe inspection plus oil and spark plug…
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oil change indicator on after oil change 2004 colorado

2004 Chevrolet Colorado 5cyl. 4x4 Hello. I just changed my oil after my "change oil" indicator came on. New filter, new oil However my "change oil" indicator is still showing. Do I need to clear out the codes? What could it be?
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How should I prepare my car for its annual MOT test

My car has its MOT test coming up in a month, what can I do at home to help it pass through and make it ready/easier for the mechanics.
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Maintenance on a 2013 Ford Escape 2.0L Turbo 4wd 105K miles

We have a 2013 Ford Escape 2.0L turbo 4wd with 105K miles. No towing, a lot of highway miles. 1. I can't find when should we be changing the differential fluid in both units and the transfer case. At how many miles? 2. Does this vehicle really…
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