{"id":3207,"date":"2023-02-08T22:12:39","date_gmt":"2023-02-09T04:12:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/going-places.thegeneral.com\/what-is-car-maintenance\/"},"modified":"2025-08-27T10:04:22","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T15:04:22","slug":"what-is-car-maintenance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/blog\/car-and-driving-basics\/what-is-car-maintenance\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Car Maintenance and Why Is It Important?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">While regular car maintenance may seem like an unnecessary expense, sticking to a maintenance schedule saves you money over time. The purpose of car maintenance is to extend the life of your vehicle while preventing larger breakdowns and costly repairs. Although every part of your car can benefit from some TLC, these important maintenance services should be a top priority.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-car-maintenance-services-are-most-important-nbsp\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Which Car Maintenance Services Are Most Important?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Keep your car in peak condition with these essential maintenance services:&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Oil changes:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Oil changes are one of the most important ways to maintain your car. Getting an oil change means draining your car\u2019s old oil and replacing it with clean oil. Your oil needs to be changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Filter changes:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Replacing your oil, air, and fuel filters regularly keeps your vehicle healthy. Your air filter is important since it stops dust and debris from entering your engine to help it last longer. Experts recommend replacing your filters every 15,000 to 20,000 miles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hoses and belts:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> The belts in your car are made from a special rubber that can withstand a hot engine compartment. Even so, belts experience heavy wear and tear and can crack, strip, get brittle, and more. Hoses work with your car\u2019s belts to ensure your engine&#8217;s cooling, charging, and air conditioning systems are working properly. Both are important components of a healthy car.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Brakes:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Maintaining your brakes by changing your brake fluid and brake pads as needed helps you stop and slow down safely. Brakes usually need maintenance if they start to make squeaking sounds when you stop.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Spark plugs:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> If your check engine light turns on, your spark plugs probably require servicing.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fluids:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Your car needs <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/check-your-car-fluids\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">transmission fluid<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to help it move power from the engine to the wheels. Like an oil change, a transmission fluid change involves draining old transmission fluid and replacing it with clean fluid. Coolant, brake fluid, and power steering fluid are also essential to the health of your vehicle and should be examined regularly.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tires:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Tire rotation services change the position of each of your tires to make sure each side receives equal wear and tear. Tires require rotation after 5,000 to 7,500 miles.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Battery:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Various factors influence <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/cold-weather-car-maintenance\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">the life of your battery<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, including age, outside temperature, and frequency of use. Change your car battery every four years, or so, to ensure your car runs properly.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-the-difference-between-maintenance-and-repairs\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What\u2019s the Difference Between Maintenance and Repairs?<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Unlike repairs, car maintenance is a regular service that extends your car\u2019s life, while auto repairs occur when a car part needs fixing or replacing. Neglecting your car\u2019s maintenance needs can lead to more auto repairs in the future. For example, if you neglect your brakes for too long, you can get stranded on the side of a road and rack up expenses from towing services, costly repairs, and more, when it would have been cheaper to check on them earlier. Likewise, if you don\u2019t replace your belt when needed, it can break at an inconvenient time and even damage your engine. That\u2019s why the best way to avoid pricey repairs is by sticking to a maintenance schedule.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-do-i-need-car-maintenance\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">When Do I Need Car Maintenance?<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Many experts recommend using the 30-60-90 rule when determining your maintenance schedule. Your car manual probably includes a guide that uses this rule as well. The 30-60-90 rule means that most components of your car will need servicing after you\u2019ve hit one of these benchmarks: 30,000 miles, 60,000 miles, and 90,000 miles. For examples, filters need to be changed after you\u2019ve driven 30,000 miles, batteries, brakes, and fluids after 60,000, and other components after 90,000. However, some parts, like tires and wiper blades, wear down at irregular intervals and aren\u2019t included in the 30-60-90 rule.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If your car needs repairs due to a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/what-is-collision-insurance\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">collision or another covered event<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, a quality insurance policy can come in handy. The General specializes in affordable car insurance, even for drivers with less-than-perfect driving records. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/quote\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Get quoted for a policy<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> in under two minutes or read more about car maintenance on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">our blog<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:264,&quot;469777462&quot;:[900],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn what car maintenance is and how it can extend the life of your vehicle with The General. 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