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X-TRAIL ENTHUSIAST
Date Registered: 12-2013
Location: Mt Isa, QLD
TOTAL POSTS: 125
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Re: How far over in kms should we exceed before service
I can't see why it wouldn't be any less relevant 6yrs on ...
So had my 30,000km (@ 28,650) service done 19/4. Then did my own oil (Castrol Magnatech Proffessional 15W40) at about 34,000km at end of June.
Now driven about 40,300km 1/8 and I'm thinking a 40,000km service should be almost due now. Or, do you think I could hold off a lil while longer seeing as though I've done 6,000km Isa to Sydney return in 3wks?
Any comments on the 40,000km service I should know about too? Noticed it listed changing differential oil plus a few extra inspections. How will I know if the dealer completes all the checks and changes it should?
Cheers,
Ben
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Benjamin X-3439
Mt Isa, QLD
05/10 T31 Exy, 2.5L Manual ST
K&N + A/C, 63mm ECB, 20" LED, 220 HIDs, TJM Bashplate, 2" Susp Kit, H/D Towbar, Whispbars, 235/70R16 697s, Hi-Tech Exhaust
To do: Brakes, Strut Bar, Side Steps, 6" Head Unit
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1/Aug/2014, 12:34 am
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Charlie250
X-TRAIL ENTHUSIAST
Date Registered: 08-2012
TOTAL POSTS: 193
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Re:
To answer the original question, I very rarely go over very far at all, plus I get oil & filter changed mid service interval, so that there's no way a manufacturer can allege the vehicle hasn't been maintained properly.
Eg. Exy has 10k service intervals. I get oil & filter 5,000km after book service
Ute has 15k service intervals. I get oil & filter 7,500km after book service
Ben,
Regardless of the oil used, stick to the intervals listed in the book as a MINIMUM and get it serviced on time wherever possible.
Would you buy a used vehicle with a haphazard service history or missed services? I sure wouldn't! A well looked after used vehicle with a comprehensive service history is always going to sell quicker & command a price premium, not to mention increase the likelihood of trouble free motoring.
You will also find in the service manual, that every manufacturer has recommendations relating to additional/supplementary servicing for special use/arduous conditions such as;
- Constant high speed driving
- Operation in constant high temperature environment
- Operation in constant cold temp environment (snow)
- Constant stop/start & short distance driving
The first two certainly apply to my Exy, so I have my oil & filter replaced mid service as recommended by the manufacturer.
Regular oil changes are far cheaper than a new engine!
Last edited by Charlie250, 9/Dec/2014, 4:16 pm
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X-2634 2012 Series IV TS Man, Kings Springs, Bridgestone D697's, High Tech Exhaust, Turbo Timer, DBA Slotted Rotors, QFM HPX Pads, Tow Bar, Cargo Barrier, UHF, HID Dr Lights, LED Light Bar, K&N Filter, Bonnet Struts, & Premium Tint
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11/Sep/2014, 12:15 pm
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