I want to keep my car for as long as possible with minimum cost.

Back to Car Care

• Under hood checks
  once a week or when refueling.

• Oil change
  Every 3000 miles with oil filter

• Washing
  Every 2 to 4 weeks depending on conditions in your area. Garaged cars can go longer. Bird droppings should be removed as soon as possible as they can damage the finish.

• Waxing
  Every 6 months to 1 year, or follow recommendations on the product you are using.

• Align & Balance
  Check the tires for unusual wear or drifting right or left when on a straight road. (Click on Align & Balance for more info.)

• Tire rotation
  Every 6 months to 1 year or follow manufacturer's recommendations

• Tune up
  Follow manufacturer's recommendation.

• Winterizing
  Every two years.

• Timing belt
  Every 60,000 miles or check manufacturer's recommendation.  Check owner's manual to see if your vehicle has one.

• Filters
  Follow manufacturer's recommendation.