Do I have to go to the same dealership for regularly scheduled maintenance?

Short Answer: No. By law, automakers and dealerships cannot make you perform regular maintenance at a dealership for a new car warranty to remain valid.

How often should a car be serviced from new?

How often should I service my vehicle? It’s recommended by manufacturers and mechanics alike, that a car should be serviced every 12,000 miles or every 12 months, whichever happens first.

How long does a first service take on a car?

As your car is pretty fresh, everything from the fuel efficiency to spark plugs should still be in good condition. There’s probably not much for your mechanic to do, so you’ll get your car back fairly fast. You can check in with your garage beforehand, but for your first service we’d budget around 1-2 hours.

What should a first car service check?

Next time you take your car for service, here is the list of things that you should check to avoid getting duped.

• Work order / Job sheet.
• Itemised bill.
• Engine oil / Transmission oil.
• Coolant / Brake fluid.
• Fuel level.
• Odometer reading.
• Tyre condition / Wheel rotation & Balancing.
• Air filter.

What does getting your car serviced mean?

Minor car service generally includes the following: Changing the oil and filter. Tire service–rotation, alignment, balancing, air pressure (including the spare) Inspecting and cleaning the battery. An inspection of all fluids, filters, belts, hoses, brakes, and emissions.

What should I check on my car first service?

When should you get your first service on your new car?

When should you get your first service on a new car? The first service for a brand-new car is usually scheduled for 12 months or up to a specific mileage (it varies from 10,000 – 15,000 miles) – whichever comes first. This does differ between manufacturers but should be detailed in your vehicle handbook.

Why should I get my car serviced at a dealership?

If you have shown loyalty to the dealership by using them for regular service work, they will be more inclined to help youas opposed to the person who buys a car there and takes it somewhere else for regular service, and only brings it in for warranty work. So it’s about building a relationship with the dealer? Yes.

What is the role of a service advisor at a dealership?

Now consider the role of the service advisor at your local dealership. This person is certainly knowledgeable about your car. However, the service advisor also gets a commission for all work done on your car. Therefore, if he or she recommends a brake job, for example, a slice of your payment will go into his or her pocket.

What should I do if my car is being serviced?

Often, this person will take the vehicle identification number (VIN) and the vehicle’s mileage and write this on a form that is given to the service advisor. Your car is about to be driven away so take your wallet, purse, computer and anything else you need. You will then meet with the service advisor.