Wondering How Often Should You Get Your Car Serviced?

Like most motorists, you want to take good care of your vehicle and may wonder how often should you get your car serviced?  Simply stated, follow the suggested maintenance schedule in the owner’s manual for your car.  There are two ways in which you will be reminded as to when to get your car serviced.

• In-vehicle Maintenance Reminder Systems If you drive a newer car, it possibly has an in-vehicle maintenance reminder system that makes mileage-based schedules out-of-date. These 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 vehicle maintenance services. 
• Mileage-Based Maintenance Service Intervals Older cars have service intervals based on mileage. There are generally two different maintenance schedules, one for cars driven in “normal” operating conditions and another for those used in “severe” operating conditions, such as mainly short trips of five miles, extreme climates, stop-and-go driving, towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads.  

Tip to Remember:  Plan ahead for vehicle maintenance items by finding a car repair shop and auto technician you can trust before you need them. 

Are you wondering how often should you get your car serviced?  Call our ASE Certified Technicians at Rum River Automotive for more information about our car repair services and to make an appointment.  Since 1997, our auto repair shop has served car owners in Princeton, MN and in the surrounding areas of Milaca, MN, and Zimmerman, MN.