Maintenance schedule by mileage
Enter your current odometer reading to see which services are coming up in the next 15,000 miles, based on common mileage intervals.
Typical service intervals
Every 5,000 miles
- Engine oil & filter change. Conventional ~5k; many synthetics 7.5k–10k — follow your manual.
- Tire rotation. Often done with the oil change.
Every 7,500 miles
- Cabin & engine air filter check. Replace sooner in dusty conditions.
Every 15,000 miles
- Brake inspection (pads, rotors, fluid).
Every 30,000 miles
- Replace cabin & engine air filters.
- Transmission fluid check / service. Interval varies a lot by transmission type.
- Coolant inspection.
Every 45,000 miles
- Brake fluid flush.
Every 60,000 miles
- Spark plugs (most modern engines). Iridium plugs can last 100k+.
- Coolant flush. Long-life coolant may go 100k/10yr.
- Serpentine belt inspection.
Every 90,000 miles
- Timing belt replacement (if equipped). Critical on interference engines — skipping can destroy the engine. Many engines use a chain that needs no scheduled service.
Every 100,000 miles
- Transmission fluid service. If not done earlier.
- Spark plugs (long-life iridium).
Frequently asked
Is this my car’s exact maintenance schedule?
No — it’s a generic, mileage-based guide built from widely-published service intervals. Your owner’s manual is the authoritative schedule for your specific make, model, and engine. Use this to know roughly what’s coming up, then confirm against the manual.
How often should I change my oil?
Conventional oil is often changed around every 5,000 miles; many synthetic oils and modern engines go 7,500–10,000 miles. Always follow your manufacturer’s interval and oil spec.
Does my car have a timing belt or a chain?
It depends on the engine. Timing belts typically need replacement around 90,000–105,000 miles and skipping it can destroy an interference engine. Many modern engines use a timing chain that needs no scheduled replacement. Check your manual or ask a trusted mechanic.