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If you have the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine, you should use SAE 5W-30 or equivalent oil. If you have the 3.5-liter V6 engine, you should use SAE 5W-20 or equivalent oil.

Different than the Check Engine Light, the Service Engine Light is typically triggered when a predetermined service interval has been reached. There are dozens of service schedules that could be coming up including oil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/change-oil-and-filter), transmission, battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/service-battery-cables), ignition system...

You should mainly do the oil and filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/change-oil-and-filter) change. The rest of the maintenance is as needed when inspections are done. Some examples of other components that need to be maintained include: air filters (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/air-filter-replacement), wiper blades (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/windshield-wiper-blade-replacement), lights...

Since tires are such an important part of your driving experience, it is crucial that you have the rotated whenever they are scheduled for maintenance. To tell how often your tires should be rotated. Follow the recommended service schedule for...

Annual "tune-ups" are not really applicable to modern vehicles. Instead, what is typically of importance is following the vehicle manufacturer's "maintenance schedule". The required maintenance at this time for your car will depend on the vehicle history. In particular, if...

Checking the level of oil in the engine is a critical part of general maintenance and something that you should do regularly (with every fill-up, ideally). Here’s how to do it the right way: Park so the car is level....

Checking the engine oil is a very important part of having a vehicle. You should check your oil regularly, and always before and after a long drive. Here’s how to check the engine oil: 1. Drive your car to a...

Checking the coolant is an important part of keeping your vehicle well maintained. To check the coolant, follow these steps: 1. Open the hood, when the engine is cold. 2. Locate the engine coolant reservoir. 3. Look at the fluid...

Besides an oil change you should have the air filter checked and replaced if needed. Also have tires rotated. Other than this you should follow the vehicles recomendations for higher mileages and have a complete check up on the suspension...

Other than at 100,000 to replace transmission fluid and 120,000 replace O2 sensors you will only have normal maintenance of fuel, oil and air filters. You may have two open recalls you need to check at the dealer on to...

If you are having problems with your transmission, assuming that your vehicle is equipped with a dipstick to check the fluid level, first make sure the fluid level is correct. Incorrect fluid level can cause transmission problems. Assuming normal service...

If she uses regular oil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/can-you-switch-between-regular-and-synthetic-motor-oil), I'd change it every 4,000 or 5,000 if I were her. You can change your oil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/when-should-i-change-my-oil) every 6-8,000 with synthetic, but I wouldn't change regular every 6,000. If you do a lot of...

Decreases in fuel economy are caused by things like fuel control issues (fuel injector leaks (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-injector-replacement), bad O2 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement) or other sensors), transmission problems (won't shift into high gear, slipping, torque convertor clutch fails to lock-up), misfires (ignition related), low...

Hey there, thank you for writing in about your 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In accordance with the schedule of your vehicle the transmission fluid and filter should be changed every 50,000 miles. If you'd like to have your transmission fluid serviced...

There are many reasons that you might need to know how to reset the Maintenance Minder™ in your car. Maybe you changed the oil yourself, or maybe you took it to a shop and they forgot to reset it. By...

The Maintenance Minder lets you know when your vehicle is due for regular maintenance. The system can be reset after your car has received maintenance. Here’s how to reset the Maintenance Minder using the multi-information display: 1. Turn the ignition...

It’s a good idea to occasionally check the coolant level. To do so, pop the hood, and locate the coolant reservoir. This reservoir should have two lines labeled Cold Fill Range. The coolant level should rest between those two lines....

You should periodically check your brake fluid levels to make sure that you have enough fluid in the system. To check the brake fluid, pop the trunk, and locate the brake fluid reservoir. Make sure that the fluid level is...

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You did not specify the year, make and model of Audi you want to purchase. I can say a few things about the repairs. First there are very few dealers and shops that can work on any problems or maintenance...