Vehicle Maintenance Resources

Understanding Your Vehicle's Maintenance Schedule

Your owner's manual, vehicle technology and service records can help you understand which maintenance items are coming due. Whether you drive a car, SUV, truck, hybrid or electric vehicle, knowing where to find your manufacturer's recommendations makes planning routine maintenance easier.

For drivers in Winnipeg, Selkirk and across Manitoba, local driving conditions can also influence which maintenance recommendations apply.

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Where to Find Your Vehicle's Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance requirements vary by make, model year and equipment. These four resources can help you find the right information for your vehicle.

Vehicle maintenance records and service information

Check Your Owner's Manual

Your owner's manual is the primary reference for scheduled maintenance, inspections and service intervals. Look for the maintenance section or find a digital copy through your manufacturer's website.

Explore Your Manufacturer's App

Some vehicle apps and owner portals provide maintenance reminders, service information and appointment tools. Available features vary by vehicle and connected-service plan.

Chevrolet owners can explore the myChevrolet Mobile App →

Review Your Dashboard Reminders

Your vehicle may display oil-life information, maintenance alerts or other vehicle-status details. These reminders are helpful but may not cover every service listed in your owner's manual.

Check Your Service History

Review previous invoices and service records to see what has been completed and what may be due next. Include records from other dealerships or independent repair shops for a more complete history.

Helpful resource: Chevrolet and GM owners can find vehicle-specific manuals and guides through the official GM owner resources. Find Chevrolet and GM Owner's Manuals →

How to Read Your Maintenance Schedule

Compare your vehicle's maintenance recommendations with its current odometer reading, time since the last service and any dashboard reminders. Most schedules include a combination of distance-based and time-based requirements.

Kilometre-Based Maintenance

Some services are due after a specified number of kilometres. Check your schedule for recommended inspections, tire rotations and other maintenance intervals, then compare them with your odometer and service records.

Time-Based Maintenance

Other services may be due after a certain number of months or years, even if you drive very little. Time-based intervals are especially important for vehicles used mainly for short trips or occasional errands.

Don't rely on dashboard reminders alone. Not every maintenance requirement triggers an alert. Your manufacturer's complete maintenance schedule remains the best reference.

Vehicle service records for tracking maintenance

What Manitoba Drivers Should Keep in Mind

From Winnipeg commutes to rural Manitoba highways, local weather and road conditions can affect vehicle wear. Your manufacturer's maintenance schedule should remain your starting point.

Cold Winters and Short Trips

Frequent cold starts, short journeys and extended idling may qualify as demanding driving conditions under some manufacturers' guidelines. Check whether a different maintenance schedule applies.

Changing Temperatures and Tire Pressure

Tire pressure can drop as temperatures fall. Check it regularly and use the recommended pressure on the driver's door-jamb label rather than the maximum shown on the tire sidewall.

Winter Roads and Seasonal Wear

Road salt, gravel and potholes make tire, brake and underbody condition worth monitoring. Watch for vibration, unusual handling or tire damage after significant pothole impacts.

Seasonal Maintenance Checks

Battery testing, winter tires, wiper blades and winter washer fluid are worth checking before temperatures drop. These seasonal preparations complement your manufacturer's scheduled maintenance.

Which schedule should you follow? If your driving habits meet your manufacturer's severe-use criteria, follow the applicable guidance. Winter driving alone doesn't automatically require a different service interval for every vehicle.

Common Maintenance Items to Look For

Your schedule may include different services depending on your vehicle's age, mileage, powertrain and operating conditions. Here are some common examples.

Engine oil and filter service
Tire rotations and tire condition checks
Brake system inspections
Fluid checks and scheduled replacement
Engine and cabin air filter service
Battery and charging system checks
Inspection of belts, hoses and other components
Vehicle health checks
Electric vehicle system maintenance
Other manufacturer-recommended inspections

Remember: This is a general overview, not a universal maintenance checklist. Always refer to your vehicle's specific schedule to determine which services apply.

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Ready to Plan Your Next Service?

Have questions about your Chevrolet's maintenance schedule? The Jim Gauthier Chevrolet service team in Winnipeg can help you understand your vehicle's recommended maintenance and plan your next visit.