Maintenance calendar
A year of routine car care
Seasonal tasks and mileage checkpoints in one place. Always confirm intervals with your owner's manual.
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By season
Winter
December to February
- Test battery and charging system
- Check antifreeze strength
- Inspect wiper blades and fill winter washer fluid
- Check tire pressure more often in the cold
Spring
March to May
- Rotate tires and check alignment
- Wash the underbody to remove road salt
- Replace cabin air filter
- Inspect brakes after winter driving
Summer
June to August
- Check coolant level and hoses
- Test air conditioning
- Inspect tires before road trips
- Review your auto insurance renewal date
Fall
September to November
- Check headlights and taillights
- Inspect heater and defroster
- Consider winter tires where needed
- Schedule a pre-winter fluid check
By mileage
| Interval | Typical tasks |
|---|---|
| Every 5,000 miles | Oil and filter (per manual), Tire rotation, Fluid level check |
| Every 15,000 miles | Engine air filter inspection, Cabin air filter, Brake inspection |
| Every 30,000 miles | Coolant inspection, Transmission fluid check, Suspension inspection |
| Every 60,000 miles | Spark plugs (model dependent), Timing belt check, Battery replacement review |