Q: what should you change every year on your car
Sup I just want to know what should I change every year on my car besides a oil change to keep it running good
My car has 134644 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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 and all belts and hoses and fluid checks during the annual service.
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