What is the difference between minor and significant car maintenance?

Periodically, automotive maintenance is required to keep the vehicle in good condition. There are two sorts of automobile services: minor service and major service. The primary distinction between the two relates to the frequency, number of inspections, and replacement of parts, fluids, and components.

The renowned car maintenance business in Dubai, Meta Mechanics, offers both minor and large services to its customers. The differences between minor and large vehicle services are as follows:

Small Service

A minor service is typically performed annually or every 10,000 kilometres, whichever occurs first. A minor service comprises a general vehicle inspection, oil and filter change, air and fuel filter checks, battery voltage checks, tyre inspection, rotation, and alignment. Checking the brakes, clutch assembly, and fluids such as brake oil, coolants, hoses, and belts are part of a general inspection.

At Dubai’s Meta Mechanics, an automobile maintenance service, the following procedures are performed as part of routine maintenance:

1. Engine oil (10,000 km)

2. Refilling the washer fluid

3. Oil filter replacement

4. Power steering fluid top up

5. Top-Off Engine Coolant

6. Air filter maintenance

7. AC filter maintenance

8. Brake fluid top up

9. Wash exterior and vacuum interior

10. Comprehensive health examination and report on maternity

11. Free computer diagnostics

Largest Service

Every 20,000 kilometres or 30,000 kilometres, depending on the age and model of the vehicle, a significant service is performed. Every three years, a substantial service may be performed. The manufacturer’s logbook will detail the maintenance required every 5,000 to 10,000 kilometres. A full engine service involves inspections of the electrical system, engine transmission, suspension, ignition, and air conditioning system, as well as the replacement of consumables such as spark plugs, filters, fluids, and belts.

At Meta Mechanics, a Dubai-based auto repair business, the following procedures are performed as part of major servicing:

1. Engine oil (10,000 km)

Replacement of oil filter

3. Wiper fluid replenishment

4. Power steering fluid top up

5. Top-Off Engine Coolant

6. Air filter replacement or cleaning

7. AC filter replacement or cleaning

8. Brake fluid top up

9. Wash exterior and vacuum interior

10. Comprehensive health examination and report on maternity

11. Free computer diagnostics

12. Spark plug change

13. Engine belt change

14. Brake disc change

Valuable of Servicing

Both minor and major services must be performed according to the manufacturer-specified schedule since this will ensure that all component and system checks are performed. It will aid in identifying problems and resolving them, so reducing costly repairs in the future.

Check for dashboard warning lights or messages, since the car may be experiencing difficulty. A suspicious odour or sound, such as squeaking or grinding of parts, requires prompt attention. Some parts or components may fail throughout the service period, necessitating prompt attention.

Meta Mechanics, a Dubai-based auto maintenance service, offers complete car repair and maintenance services, such as car wash, detailing, air conditioner repair, battery service, and brake service, among others.