Why do cars need servicing every 6 months?
Oil Buildup Motor oil has a shelf life of 5 years, however after 6 months the oil in the car may start to build up in a sludgy, gel-like substance and impacts how your car runs. This buildup of oil could result in an overheating engine, and significant wear and tear due to a lack of lubrication that the oil provides.
How often are car dealership service managers wrong?
They might be right 10 to 20 percent of the time, close 20 percent of the time, and dead wrong 60 percent of the time. I had a customer go through six oxygen sensors when all it was was a shorted wire. What’s the smartest thing you can buy from the dealer? A brand-name extended service contract. So if you’re buying a Ford, get a Ford contract.
Can a dealer service a new car in Queensland?
But vehicle manufacturers and new car dealers would probably prefer that everyone believed that only authorised dealers can service your new car. So what’s the truth? Why should I service my car? Only 52% of Queenslanders service their cars at six or 12 month intervals according to RACQ figures.
When do I need an in-car maintenance reminder?
In-vehicle maintenance reminder systems take a number of vehicle operating conditions into account and provide an alert on the dash when it is time for an engine oil change, fluid level checks, component inspections and other car maintenance services.
Can a servicing chain service a new car?
Independent servicing chains regularly advertise that they can service your car without affecting its new car warranty. But vehicle manufacturers and new car dealers would probably prefer that everyone believed that only authorised dealers can service your new car.
How often do car dealers try to service your car?
Many dealers and independent mechanics try to service the car more often than needed. We’ve seen $800 tune-ups, done years ahead of schedule, using $50 worth of parts and less than an hour of labor, at a “recommended interval” that wasn’t even on the “severe service schedule”.
In-vehicle maintenance reminder systems take a number of vehicle operating conditions into account and provide an alert on the dash when it is time for an engine oil change, fluid level checks, component inspections and other car maintenance services.
What happens when you go to a car dealership?
But when people go to the dealership for routine maintenance, the service advisor pushes the “dealer recommended service” on them. Basically, this calls for oil changes and transmission flushes more frequently than the owner’s manual.
How does the service department work at a car dealership?
Dealerships don’t profit on extensive operations like replacing engine blocks, transmissions or other large components. These require expensive parts, and the mechanics take longer to finish them. So while you pay a lot for these operations, the service department doesn’t make much off them.