Saving Money with Preventive Car Maintenance

SAVING MONEY WITH PREVENTIVE CAR MAINTENANCE EVERY OTHER GAS STATION VISIT O Check oil level O Check tire pressure Especially on sports cars and high compression engines (most cars built since model year 2000 and all earlier European cars) Saves on gas and extends life of tires and suspension bushings EVERY 5,000 – 7.000 (FULL SYNTHETIC) MILES e Oil and filter change • Driving more or in harsh conditions may make more frequent oil changes necessary • Prevents carbon and sludge build-up in engine • Lubricates moving parts and reduces friction • Prolongs life of eng EVERY 15,000 MILES O Replace engine air filter • Minimizes engine contaminants • Keeps fuel economy at optimum level • Saves you from spending more money at the pump O Replace cabin air filter • Keeps dust and contaminants out of your car • Makes heating and cooling operate more efficiently • Results in less drain on engine and battery O Inspect transmission fluid • Lubricates shifting of gears • Life of the fluid drops after it hits 175° Fahrenheit • Fluid needs to be flushed every 30,000 - 40,000 miles EVERY 30,000 MILES O Engine coolant exchange · Ensures engine won't overheat (Overheating can cause costly repairs) • Keeps engine running efficiently O Power steering fluid flush • Old or low fluid makes it difficult to steer • Improves handling and performance • Inspection will identify any leaks or cracks O Brake fluid flush • Should be flushed every 2 years • Should be flushed if burnt or moisture content exceeds 2% • Prevents premature brake fade and damage to hydraulics and ABS valve unit O Copper spark plug replacement (every 60,000 miles for titanium spark plugs, every 80,000 miles for iridium spark plugs, or every 4-6 years) • Worn out plugs cause misfires or dead cylinders • Improves performance · Ensures longer life for the engine • Reduces harmful emissions EVERY 45,000 MILES O Brake service • Fluid should be flushed because it absorbs water over time • Pads should be inspected and changed • Important for safety as well as performance EVERY 60,000 MILES O Battery replacement • Batteries lose charge and strength over time • Difficult starting creates wear and tear on engine and starter failure • Avoid getting stuck somewhere with a dead battery EVERY 75,000 MILES O Timing belt replacement (every 6 years on 1996 and newer European cars) · Runs engine components including cams and valves • Timing belt will cause serious engine damage if it breaks • Replacement prevcnts problems from arising Infographic provided by Rennwerks RENNWERKS PER FOR M A N CE www.rennwerks.com Sources: http://www.driverside.com/auto- library/car_maintenance_what_to_expect_at_each_service_interval-26 http://www.carsdirect.com/car-maintenance/a-routine-car- maintenance-schedule-based-on-engine-mileage http://autos.yahoo.com/maintain/repairqa/transmission/ques123_0.html http://www.carbibles.com/engineoil_bible.html SAVING MONEY WITH PREVENTIVE CAR MAINTENANCE EVERY OTHER GAS STATION VISIT O Check oil level O Check tire pressure Especially on sports cars and high compression engines (most cars built since model year 2000 and all earlier European cars) Saves on gas and extends life of tires and suspension bushings EVERY 5,000 – 7.000 (FULL SYNTHETIC) MILES e Oil and filter change • Driving more or in harsh conditions may make more frequent oil changes necessary • Prevents carbon and sludge build-up in engine • Lubricates moving parts and reduces friction • Prolongs life of eng EVERY 15,000 MILES O Replace engine air filter • Minimizes engine contaminants • Keeps fuel economy at optimum level • Saves you from spending more money at the pump O Replace cabin air filter • Keeps dust and contaminants out of your car • Makes heating and cooling operate more efficiently • Results in less drain on engine and battery O Inspect transmission fluid • Lubricates shifting of gears • Life of the fluid drops after it hits 175° Fahrenheit • Fluid needs to be flushed every 30,000 - 40,000 miles EVERY 30,000 MILES O Engine coolant exchange · Ensures engine won't overheat (Overheating can cause costly repairs) • Keeps engine running efficiently O Power steering fluid flush • Old or low fluid makes it difficult to steer • Improves handling and performance • Inspection will identify any leaks or cracks O Brake fluid flush • Should be flushed every 2 years • Should be flushed if burnt or moisture content exceeds 2% • Prevents premature brake fade and damage to hydraulics and ABS valve unit O Copper spark plug replacement (every 60,000 miles for titanium spark plugs, every 80,000 miles for iridium spark plugs, or every 4-6 years) • Worn out plugs cause misfires or dead cylinders • Improves performance · Ensures longer life for the engine • Reduces harmful emissions EVERY 45,000 MILES O Brake service • Fluid should be flushed because it absorbs water over time • Pads should be inspected and changed • Important for safety as well as performance EVERY 60,000 MILES O Battery replacement • Batteries lose charge and strength over time • Difficult starting creates wear and tear on engine and starter failure • Avoid getting stuck somewhere with a dead battery EVERY 75,000 MILES O Timing belt replacement (every 6 years on 1996 and newer European cars) · Runs engine components including cams and valves • Timing belt will cause serious engine damage if it breaks • Replacement prevcnts problems from arising Infographic provided by Rennwerks RENNWERKS PER FOR M A N CE www.rennwerks.com Sources: http://www.driverside.com/auto- library/car_maintenance_what_to_expect_at_each_service_interval-26 http://www.carsdirect.com/car-maintenance/a-routine-car- maintenance-schedule-based-on-engine-mileage http://autos.yahoo.com/maintain/repairqa/transmission/ques123_0.html http://www.carbibles.com/engineoil_bible.html