Under hood checks
Once a week or when refueling.
Oil change
Every 3000 miles with oil filter
Washing
Once a week Hand washing is best, but if you must use a car wash, find one that is brushless and relies on high pressure water or attendants that soap the car by hand.
Waxing
Every 6 months with a good quality non-abrasive wax. Once a year put some wax on the door jams and the underside of the trunk. If you’re ambitious, you could spend some time detailing the under-hood area, or have it done by a professional if you’re not comfortable handling machinery.
Align & Balance
Have car checked every 12,000 miles or the first time you notice unusual steering behavior or a vibration at highway speeds.
Tire rotation
Every 6,000 miles following the manufacturers rotation recommendation. If you have a matching spare, include it in the rotation
Tune up
Follow manufacturer’s recommendation.
Winterizing
Every two years.
Timing belt
If your car has one, every 60,000 miles or follow manufacturer’s recommendation if it is longer.
Filters
Follow manufacturer’s recommendation.
