Car Mechanics (UK)

USEFUL DATA

Below are shown the official change intervals for the various components. However, we recommend that these are at least halved.

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Engine oil Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first

Oil type SAE 10W-40 semi-synthetic Capacity (service fill) 8 litres

Air filter Every 20,000 miles or three years

Spark plugs Every 20,000 miles. Use Champion RC9YCC or NGK BCPR6E-VG (or equivalent), gapped to 0.9mm

Firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4

Idle speed 800rpm 50rpm ±

Fuel filter Every 60,000 miles.

Brake fluid Every two years

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