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Car Maintenance Calendar 2025: Never Miss Anything
Maintenance
1/10/2025•12 min read•Pierre Martin
Car Maintenance Calendar 2025: Never Miss Anything
Complete guide to organize your vehicle maintenance. Calendar, costs, and tips to keep your car in perfect condition.
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Car Maintenance Calendar 2025: Never Miss Anything
Regular maintenance of your vehicle is essential to ensure its safety, reliability and preserve its value. Here's your complete guide for 2025.
Monthly Maintenance
Monthly Checks
- Tire pressure: Check when cold, spare tire included
- Engine oil level: Between min and max on dipstick
- Coolant: Level and color
- Brake fluid: Level in reservoir
- Lighting: Front, rear lights, indicators, hazards
Estimated Monthly Cost
€5-10 for personal checks
Quarterly Maintenance (Every 3 Months)
Recommended Actions
- Deep cleaning interior and exterior
- Windshield wipers check and washer fluid
- Battery control: terminals and charge
- Visual tire inspection (wear, objects)
Estimated Quarterly Cost
€30-50 including cleaning products and fluids
Semi-Annual Maintenance (Every 6 Months)
Important Services
- MOT test (if required)
- Wheel alignment
- Air conditioning service
- Brake system check
Typical Semi-Annual Schedule
| Month | Action | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| January | Post-winter service | €150-250 |
| July | Summer prep + A/C | €100-180 |
Annual Maintenance
Major Annual Service
The annual service is crucial and includes:
Engine and Transmission
- Complete oil change (oil + filter)
- Air filter and fuel filter
- Spark plugs (petrol) or glow plugs (diesel)
- Timing belt (according to mileage)
Safety and Braking
- Brake pads and discs
- Brake fluid (renewal)
- Tires: rotation or replacement
- Shock absorbers and suspension
Detailed Annual Cost
| Service | Average Cost | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Complete oil change | €80-120 | Annual |
| General service | €200-400 | Annual |
| Tires | €400-800 | 3-5 years |
| Braking | €150-300 | 2-3 years |
| ANNUAL TOTAL | €500-1000 |
Specialized Maintenance by Mileage
Every 15,000 km
- Oil change and filters
- General check
- Budget: €120-180
Every 30,000 km
- Thorough service
- Complex filter replacement
- Budget: €300-500
Every 60,000 km
- Major service
- Timing belt
- Budget: €600-1200
Every 100,000 km
- Complete engine service
- Wear parts replacement
- Budget: €1000-2000
Seasonal Calendar
Spring (March-May)
- Post-winter cleaning
- A/C check
- Tire control
- General service
Summer (June-August)
- A/C maintenance
- Cooling check
- Summer tire check
- Holiday preparation
Autumn (September-November)
- Winter preparation
- Winter tire change
- Lighting check
- Heating check
Winter (December-February)
- Battery check
- Antifreeze check
- Preventive maintenance
- Survival kit
Tracking Apps and Tools
Recommended Mobile Apps
- Staticar - Complete maintenance tracking
- Car Maintenance - Automatic reminders
- Fuelio - Consumption and costs
Digital Service Book
Keep a digital record with:
- Service dates
- Mileage
- Costs
- Invoice photos
Money-Saving Tips
1. DIY Maintenance
Learn simple tasks:
- Bulb replacement
- Level checking
- Filter cleaning
2. Price Comparison
- Independent garages vs dealerships
- Package deals
- Multiple quotes
3. Smart Purchases
- Equivalent quality parts
- Promotional oils
- Bulk tires
Personal Schedule
Create your schedule with our maintenance calculator:
- Enter your vehicle
- Set your annual mileage
- Receive your personalized calendar
- Configure your reminders
Conclusion
Regular maintenance saves you:
- 30-40% on repairs
- 15-20% on consumption
- 25% on depreciation
Investing €800/year in maintenance can save you €2000 in repairs.
Sources and References
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