Is my car due for service?
Answer three questions to see which services may be due. You can then send the results to the shop.
Typical service intervals
Intervals vary by vehicle. Short trips, towing and winter driving shorten them, and older vehicles may need service based on time as well as mileage.
| Item | Typically every | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Oil & filter | 5,000 miles | Keeps the engine protected and helps catch leaks, low fluids or unusual wear early. |
| Tire rotation | 6,000 miles | Helps tires wear evenly and gives a chance to inspect tread, pressure and damage. |
| Brake inspection | 12,000 miles | Checks pad life, rotors, calipers, brake fluid condition and warning signs before noise gets worse. |
| Alignment & suspension check | 12,000 miles | Looks for pulling, uneven tire wear, loose steering, worn shocks and road-impact damage. |
| Air & cabin filters | 15,000 miles | Supports engine breathing, HVAC airflow, cabin comfort and seasonal visibility. |
| Fluid service review | 30,000 miles | Reviews coolant, brake fluid, power steering, differential and other vehicle-specific fluids. |
| Battery & charging test | 36,000 miles | Tests battery health, alternator output, terminals and cold-start reliability. |
| Transmission service review | 60,000 miles | Checks service history and fluid condition for smoother shifting and long-term reliability. |
| Spark plug / tune-up review | 100,000 miles | Reviews ignition maintenance that can affect starts, fuel economy, misfires and drivability. |