(A) Internal Combustion Engine and Hybrid Automobiles.
Automobile service deals with the following key operations.
(1) Cleaning the undercarriage.
(2) Changing or topping up of lubrication oil/fluid.
(3) Changing of oil/fluid filters.
(4) Greasing.
Service is performed at regular intervals as given below.
AUTOMOBILE SERVICE SCHEDULE
(1) Engine Oil :
(A) Engine Oil (Mineral) : 5,000 km OR 6 months.
(B) Engine Oil (Synthetic) : 10,000 km OR 1 Year.
(2) Gear Fluid :
(A) Manual Gear Fluid : 40,000 km OR 2 Years.
(B) Automatic Gear Fluid : 40,000 km OR 2 Years. (ATF Exchanger assisted exchange)
(C) Automatic Gear Fluid : 20,000km OR 1 Year. (Manual Exchange)
(D) Steering Box Oil : 40,000 km OR 2 Years.
(E) Differential Oil : 40,000 km OR 2 Years.
(3) Grease :
(A) Hub, CV Joint : 20,000 km.
(B) Steering System : 3,000 km.
(C) Chassis, Suspension : 3,000 km.
(4) Hydraulic Fluid :
(A) Hydraulic Brake Fluid : 20,000 km OR 2 Years.
(B) ABS Brake Fluid : 10,000 km OR 6 Months
(C) Hydraulic Clutch Fluid : 40,000 km OR 2 Years
(D) Power Steering Fluid : 40,000 km OR 2 Years.
(5) Coolant :
(A) Radiator : 40,000 km OR 4 Years
(B) AC/DC Inverter (Hybrid) : 180,000 km OR 4 Years.
(6) Filter Element :
(A) Air Cleaner : 20,000 km
(B) Engine Oil : 10,000 km
(C) Fuel : 10,000 km
N.B. :
(1) Running in period for new or reconditioned engines being 1000 km, at the end of which period, engine oil and the engine oil filter should be replaced.
(2) Engine oil viscosity grade should be suitable to the engine type, operation distance and climate conditions.
(3) Above mentioned oil replacement periods are for recommended for standard operating conditions. It may be widely vary with the quality of lubricant, type and make of vehicle, engine load conditions, usage, terrain, climate and atmospheric conditions.
(4) In the case of manual Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) exchange, only 60% fluid exchange is possible. As for 100% fluid exchange, use of an ATF exchanger is recommended.
(5) In the above table where both operation distance and service time interval are given, the figure whichever reaches first should be taken.
(6) Generally, it is prudent to exchange oil/fluid, once discoloration is observed.
(7) In order to ensure the system free of impurities, it is a good practice to change the relevant filter whenever oil/fluid is exchanged.
(8) Always adhere to the instructions given by the vehicle and lubricant manufacturers.