Understanding 30/60/90,000 Mile Services

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Establishing and understanding a regular preventative maintenance schedule with your trusted auto repair shop in Missouri, U.S. Automotive, is a must-do. Regardless of the vehicle, you’re driving, following the manufacturer’s schedule is the best way to ensure optimal performance during the life of your vehicle.

In this article, we’re taking an in-depth look at what factory scheduled maintenance means and why you should never consider it an optional event.


30,000 miles

First, it’s essential to keep in mind that this article is providing a general overview. Vehicles are unique, just like people! Although the following information is typical for most makes and models, what’s required may fluctuate depending on the specific vehicle you’re driving.

That being said, a traditional 30,000-mile maintenance appointment in Missouri auto repair shops includes the following services:

  • Tire rotation and pressure check
  • Engine oil and filter change
  • Change the engine air filter
  • Transmission fluid change
  • Flush the brake, coolant, and clutch lines
  • Replace cabin filter (when applicable)

60,000 miles

Next up is the 60,000-mile routine maintenance check. Although some of the same services are performed, other areas are inspected. In fact, this service is one of the most significant routine checks that you’re vehicle will undergo. Below are traditional areas that are covered, but not necessarily the only depending on your make and model:

  • Complete engine tune-up
  • Replacement of all belts and adjustments once completed (timing belt in particular)
  • Changing and replacement of all fluids within the vehicle including transmission, brake, oil, etc.
  • Tire rotation with four-wheel alignment
  • Full brake system in
  • Brake pad replacement
  • Spark plug replacement
  • Cabin and air filter replacement

A thorough inspection of the following:

  • Fuel lines
  • Suspension components
  • Exhaust system
  • Brake system
  • Horn, lights, fuses, wipers

90,000 miles

As time goes by, normal wear and tear will occur to your vehicle. At 90,000 miles, the following components are typically inspected to ensure your vehicle stays on the road for years to come:

  • Timing belt replacement
  • Hose replacement
  • Tire rotation/alignment/replacement
  • Rotor inspection/replacement
  • Spark plug replacement
  • Battery inspection and service
  • Fuel system cleaning
  • Change engine oil and filter

Another crucial element to keep in mind with routine maintenance is that your warranty may depend on it. Some manufacturers will void the vehicle’s warranty if their factory maintenance schedule isn’t followed. One way to be sure that your vehicle follows warranty requirements is to have a trusted relationship with auto repair shops in Missouri, like the team here at U.S. Automotive. We’re here to help you better understand your warranty requirements and your vehicle.

To schedule your routine maintenance, contact the team at U.S. Automotive today.

Written by U.S. Automotive