Maintenance Schedule as Provided by OEM Documentation
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Check fluid level | Item: Windshield washer | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.02 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A small pump and reservoir that can direct a jet of cleaning solution at the windshield or back glass. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Check for leaks | Item: Engine | Interval in
Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.3 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A machine that burns fuel and converts the resulting heat into mechanical energy. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Brake system | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.3 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A vehicle's stopping mechanism comprised of a pedal connected to a hydraulic master cylinder that can actuate clamping and/or expanding devices at all four wheels that slow or stop a vehicle's rolling motion. Components in a basic brake system are the master cylinder, calipers and/or wheel cylinders, linings or pads or shoes, rotors and/or drums. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Coolant | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.05 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Rotate/adjust air pressure | Item: Wheels & tires | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.35 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A circular frame of hard material that may be solid or partly solid, is capable of turning on an axle, and holds the rubber cushion that contains compressed air. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Shields and under hood insulation | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.05 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Heat-proof panels and padding that protect under-hood components from excessive heat. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Inspect & lubricate | Item: Kingpin Bushings | Interval in Month(s): 12 | Labor Units: 0.2 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Lubricated solid bearings or bushings usually present between the kingpin and steering knuckle. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Inspect & lubricate | Item: Rear driveline center splines | Interval in Month(s): 12 | Labor Units: 0.1 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Ridge on a driveshaft that transfers torque. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Inspect & lubricate | Item: Suspension, front | Interval in Month(s): 12 | Labor Units: 0.1 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: The assemblage of joints, links and other components between a vehicle and its wheels. The suspension in concert with the wheels and tires is largely responsible for a given vehicle's ride and handling characteristics. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Change | Item: Engine oil | Interval in Month(s): 12 | Labor Units: 0.24 | Parts Units: 6 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A substance that lubricates and cools the moving parts of the engine and reduces corrosion and the formation of rust. |
Distance: 10,000 miles (16,000 km) | Action: Replace | Item: Oil filter | Interval in Month(s): 12 | Labor Units: 0.1 | Parts Units: 1 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A cartridge-filled canister placed in an engine's lubricating system to strain dirt and abrasive materials out of the oil. |
Distance: 20,000 miles (32,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Cooling system | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.2 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: The system that stores and circulates coolant throughout (water cooled) engines to prevent overheating. Some vehicles have air-cooled engines in which high-speed airflow is sufficient to keep the engine cool. |
Distance: 20,000 miles (32,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Seat belts | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.1 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: The latching straps in a vehicle designed to minimize the risk of serious injury to the user in the event of an accident when used as suggested. |
Distance: 20,000 miles (32,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Steering & suspension | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.25 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A vehicle's steering is the collection of components that enable the operator to direct a vehicle in a desired direction. Suspension is the assemblage of joints, links and other components between a vehicle and its wheels. |
Distance: 20,000 miles (32,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Throttle system | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.09 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type:
ALL |
Description: The components used to control the volume of air to the engine. |
Distance: 20,000 miles (32,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Windshield wipers | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.02 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Motorized mechanical arms with rubber inserts used to wipe the windshield or back glass. |
Distance: 20,000 miles (32,000 km) | Action: Inspect & lubricate | Item: Doors, hood, trunk, hinges & latches | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.05 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Panels that allow access to vehicle compartments. |
Distance: 20,000 miles (32,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Automatic transmission fluid | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.05 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: The fluid used for lubricating and cooling an automatic transmission. |
Distance: 25,000 miles (40,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Exhaust system | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.05 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A system of tubing that routes exhaust gases from the exhaust manifold to the rear of the car and into the air. The exhaust system includes catalytic converters and mufflers that help reduce air and noise pollution generated by an engine. |
Distance: 30,000 miles (48,000 km) | Action: Clean/repack | Item: Wheel bearings | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.5 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: The assemblies that permit smooth rotation between the wheel hub and spindle. |
Distance: 50,000 miles (80,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Evaporative control system | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.1 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: An emission control system that prevents raw fuel vapors from entering the atmosphere. |
Distance: 50,000 miles (80,000 km) | Action: Replace | Item: Air filter | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.3 | Parts Units: 1 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine. |
Distance: 50,000 miles (80,000 km) | Action: Replace | Item: Fuel filter | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.5 | Parts Units: 1 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A replaceable metal or plastic canister that prevents particulate matter and most contaminants in the fuel from reaching the engine. |
Distance: 100,000 miles (160,000 km) | Action: Inspect/replace | Item: Spark plug wires | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.05 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge the spark plug(s). |
Distance: 100,000 miles (160,000 km) | Action: Replace | Item: Spark plugs | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 1 | Parts Units: 8 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs. |
Distance: 100,000 miles (160,000 km) | Action: Change | Item: Automatic transmission fluid | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.5 | Parts Units: 5 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: The fluid used for lubricating and cooling an automatic transmission. |
Distance: 100,000 miles (160,000 km) | Action: Replace | Item: Automatic transmission filter(s) | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.3 | Parts Units: 1 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A component in most automatic transmissions that is fitted over the fluid intake, usually in the pan, that prevents debris and other contaminants from circulating throughout the transmission's inner workings and potentially causing unnecessary wear or damage. Some transmissions use a reusable metal or nylon mesh-type screen in place of a disposable filter. |
Distance: 150,000 miles (240,000 km) | Action: Inspect | Item: Drive belt(s) | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.05 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: A belt that transfers the rotation of the engine through the crankshaft pulley to drive various devices, such as the alternator, water pump, air conditioning compressor or power steering pump. |
Distance: 150,000 miles (240,000 km) | Action: Service | Item: Cooling system | Interval in Month(s): | Labor Units: 0.5 | Parts Units: 0 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: The system that stores and circulates coolant throughout (water cooled) engines to prevent overheating. Some vehicles have air-cooled engines in which high-speed airflow is sufficient to keep the engine cool. |
Distance: 150,000 miles (240,000 km) | Action: Flush/replace | Item: Coolant | Interval in Month(s): 60 | Labor Units: 0.7 | Parts Units: 4.3 | Drive Type: ALL |
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water. |