Maintenance interval

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In order for your car to be in excellent condition, it is necessary to carry out its maintenance periodically. Maintenance can be carried out both constantly and at certain intervals. These are the minimum maintenance intervals recommended by management.

Weekly or every 400 km



Check the following items:
  • engine oil level;
  • coolant level;
  • brake fluid level;
  • the presence of water in the washer;
  • the condition of the battery, tires, windshield wipers and all light bulbs.

Every 7,500 km or 6 months (what comes first)



Change engine oil and oil filter (diesel engines).

Every 10,000 km or 12 months (what comes first)



Change engine oil and oil filter (gasoline engines).

On OHV and HCS engines, remove and clean the oil from the filler cap.

Check all components under the hood and fluid hoses.

Visually check the condition of the fuel lines.

Check the condition of the fuel tank for leaks, corrosion and damage.

On RS Turbo models, check to tighten the exhaust manifold mounting bolts.

Check the idle speed and the amount of harmful emissions in the exhaust gases.

Clean the distributor cap, spark plug tips and high voltage wires.

Check rear suspension level control system.

Check that the rear wheel track matches the front wheel track.

Lubricate the shaft and cam of the contact breaker on the ignition distributor.

Check ignition timing.

On RS Turbo models, replace the spark plugs.

Check the condition of the front and rear brake pads as well as the brake disc and replace them if necessary.


Check the condition of the steering and front suspension for wear and damage.

Check the condition of the ball joint of the lower arm of the front suspension.

Check the condition and operation of the seat belts.

Check the condition of the car's paintwork for corrosion.

Check the condition and tension of the auxiliary drive belts.

Every 20,000 km or 1 year (what comes first)



In addition to all the points above, do the following:

On OVH and HCS engines, check and, if necessary, adjust the valve clearances.

Check the condition of the exhaust system.

On RS Turbo models, check to tighten the turbocharger mounting bolts.

Replace spark plugs.

On the ignition distributor with a contact type breaker, replace the contact group.

Check the level and, if necessary, add oil to the manual transmission.

Check the level and, if necessary, add oil to the automatic transmission.

Check the operation of the automatic transmission selector.

Check the condition of the protective covers of the drive shafts.

Check drive shafts for damage and deformation.

Check the condition of the wheels for damage.

Check the tightening torques of the wheel bolts.

Lubricate all door locks and hinges, door stop, hood latch and tailgate latch.

Check operation of all doors, hood latch, tailgate and power window.

Every 40,000 km or 2 years (what comes first)



In addition to all the points above, do the following:

Replace coolant.

Replace the air filter element.

Replace fuel filter.

Replace pollen filter.


On CVH engines, replace the crankcase ventilation filter.

Every 60,000 km or 3 years (what comes first)



In addition to all the points above, do the following.

On CVH engines, replace the toothed belt.

Completely inspect brake components and rubber o-rings for leaks and wear.

Change brake fluid.







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