Recommended Service Intervals

What are Important Service Milestones?

It is imperative to maintain your Chevrolet vehicle to prevent wear and tear that can leave you stranded alongside the road at the worst of times! Refer to your vehicle’s owner manual to determine the service schedule that will keep your vehicle operating efficiently since the time frame varies from one model to the next. Most drivers will need to schedule service at 15,000 miles, 30000 miles, 60,000 miles, and again at 90,000-miles. This service includes services like an oil change, filter changes, spark plug replacement, and more.

A Chevrolet service technician will likely provide the following services during each service visit you schedule. These visits provide drivers with peace of mind, prolonged vehicle operation, and a plethora of additional benefits. Do not ignore the recommended service schedule!

15,000-Mile Service

The 15,000-mile service is the first that will improve your vehicle’s operation. For most drivers, this will happen at around one-year of ownership. You should’ve already scheduled an oil change before this visit. Continue to schedule them every 3,000-miles, or per your owner’s manual. The oil is one of the most important components in the vehicle.

The first service inspects the components underneath the hood, looking for signs of trouble. Repairs are made as needed. The air filter is replaced in the vehicle and a tire rotation also usually occurs. The coolant and fluids are checked for leaks and replaced. This is a pretty basic tune-up since the vehicle is still fairly new.

Oil Change - Drained and Replaced

Check All Fluid Levels - Top Up as Needed

Tires Rotated and Balanced

Check Air Filter - Replace as Needed

30,000-Mile Service

The windshield wipers and blades are usually replaced at the 30,000-mile visit, the power steering fluid is replaced, and the coolants and fluids are again checked and replaced. The technician will inspect all of the under-the-hood components for damages and make necessary repairs. This visit includes a brake inspection, a tire rotation, and transmission fluid replacement. Many manufacturers also recommend the fuel filter is replaced at 30,000-miles. during this visit, but only when needed. Power steering fluid is checked and the technician will inspect the transmission fluid. If it is dirty, this is also replaced. The fuel filter should be replaced during the 30,000-mile service. This visit should include the same inspection and fluids check as the 15,000-mile visit as well. The average battery lasts about 50,000 miles but may experience problems at around 30,000-miles. The technician will inspect the battery for trouble to minimize worry.

Many of the Same Services from 15,000 Mile Interval

Check Brake Pads - Replace as Needed

Suspension and Shock Check

Check Fuel Filter - Replace as Needed

60,000-Mile Service

The brake fluid should be changed during the 60000-mile tune-up. The brake pads are probably worn thin and need to be replaced. The technician will also turn the rotors to complete the brake tune-up. The transmission fluid is replaced if necessary, and the spark plugs and the plug wires are replaced if necessary. All of the other rubber components underneath the hood are also inspected and replaced. It is at this age that many of these components show signs of wear and tear. The 60,000-mile service also includes an inspection of the coolant and fluids, a tire rotation, and exterior vehicle inspection.

Many of the Same Services from 30,000 Mile Interval

Replace Battery as Needed

Inspect Brake Rotors - Replace as Needed

Check for Wear on Belts and Hoses - Replace as Needed

90,000-Mile Service

At 90,000-miles, it is time to again change the power steering fluid, rotates the tires, and change all of the fluids out. The ignition system is the primary focus of this tune-up, as many of the components begin to wear out at this point. The timing and serpentine belts should both be replaced during this visit. the power steering fluid should be changed again. The timing belt has probably served all of Most of the same services that have been provided at all prior services are again inspected to keep the vehicle running smoothly.

Many of the Same Services from 60,000 Mile Interval

Top to Bottom Inspection

Check Spark Plugs - Replace as Needed

Inspect Vehicle Safety Technology Features

For more details about your Chevrolet Camaro, Cruze or Traverse maintenance schedule, as well as any other model in the lineup, please consult your owner’s manual or contact Kenny Kent Chevrolet for further information.