5 car parts that need maintenance after running 5,000 km

Regular maintenance is very important. Photo: Quoc Huong

Speaking to Lao Dong Newspaper, Mr. Dao Quoc Huong, owner of Smart Car auto maintenance workshop in Hanoi, said that even if the car is not broken, after running about 5,000 km, the owner should take the car for maintenance. However, the owner only needs to pay attention to the following 5 services:

Even if there is no damage, vehicle owners should still take their vehicles for regular maintenance. Photo: Quoc Huong

1. Change oil

Regular oil changes are one of the most important steps in car maintenance. After about 5,000 km of use, the oil in the car will become contaminated and lose its energy. Regular oil changes help increase engine life and ensure good vehicle performance.

2. Check and replace the filter

The filter helps prevent dirt and debris from entering the engine. After about 5,000 km of use, the filter will become contaminated and lose its ability to filter cleanly. Regularly checking and replacing the filter will help increase engine life and ensure good vehicle performance.

3. Check the cooling system

The cooling system helps cool the engine during operation. Regularly checking the cooling system helps detect problems related to this system early and ensures the vehicle's good operation.

4. Check the suspension system:

The suspension system helps reduce shock for the vehicle and ensures stability when moving on the road. Periodic inspection of the suspension system helps detect problems related to this system early and ensures safety when using the vehicle.

Check the brake system:

The brake system helps ensure safety when using the vehicle. Periodic inspection of the brake system helps detect problems related to this system early and ensures safety when using the vehicle.

5. Check the lighting system

Check headlights:

Headlights are an important part of your car's lighting system. Check to see if all of your car's headlight bulbs are working properly. If any of them are burned out, you'll need to replace them with new ones.

Check tail lights

Tail lights are also an important part of your car's lighting system, ensuring that drivers behind you can see your car in low light conditions. Check that all your tail lights are working properly and replace them if necessary.

Check turn signals

Turn signals help drivers signal when they want to change direction or lane. Check that all your turn signals are working properly and replace the bulbs if necessary.

Check brake lights:

Brake lights are an important part of your car's lighting system, allowing drivers behind you to see when you're braking. Check that all of your brake lights are working properly and replace the bulbs if necessary.

Check daytime lights:

Daytime running lights are an important component of the car's lighting system, helping other drivers recognize your vehicle's presence on the road.