When do I need to service my Car?
A vehicle service is a series of maintenance procedures carried out by a vehicle owner (basic) and a service centre (mandatory and specialised) at a certain time interval. This interval may depend on various factors that SAC will touch upon when answering the question “ When/how often, should I service my vehicle?
What happens if I take my car back to the dealership?
Doing so will keep your warranty live – and failing to do so will compromise your warranty should anything go wrong with the vehicle. If possible, take your car back to the dealership where you bought it for services, and build on the relationship that you already have with them.
Why is it important to have a car service history?
Keeping to the warranty and having regular services conducted, has another benefit: a vehicle with a complete service history will add credibility about the condition of your vehicle as well as to the resale value thereof.
What do you need to know about car maintenance?
” Every vehicle owner should exercise basic vehicle maintenance, SAC will supply some tips in this regard later on. When it comes to a mandatory and specialised vehicle service, it can be broken up into two types: the minor service and the major services.
Should you get your car serviced at the dealership after?
Service personnel at the dealership are familiar with your vehicle and can help you keep it running great. They can also ensure that nothing is done to void your warranty. After the warranty expires, though, you may consider going to a different shop for convenience or to save money, but should you?
Can you take your car back to the same dealership?
If you are unhappy with the service provided, don’t take your car back to the same place. There are plenty of auto shops and even other dealerships out there.
When does a car need a severe service?
Carrying heavy loads or towing a trailer. If your vehicle use falls under the severe service definition in your owner’s manual, follow the more rigorous car maintenance schedule. However, if you drive your car under normal conditions, be wary of spending hard-earned money on services your car may not need or benefit from.
How often does an older car need service?
Older cars have service intervals based on mileage. There are usually two different maintenance schedules, one for cars driven in “normal” service and another for those used in “severe” operating conditions.