30,000 Miles

Air Filter - A clogged air filter makes it harder for your engine to breathe, which negatively impacts vehicle performance. Getting your air filter changed every 15,000 to 30,000 miles is ideal; if you live in a dusty environment, the average lifespan is every 15,000 miles.

Fuel System Service - Over time, buildup forms on your vehicle's fuel system parts which can cause the system to slow down. This is why it is so important to periodically bring your vehicle to Wichita Premier Auto Services.

60,000 Miles

Battery - While the "life expectancy" of a car's battery is measured in time, not miles, the average battery lasts around four years, during which the average driver drives around 50,000 to 60,000 miles. Your battery is essential for keeping all electrical parts of your vehicle running smoothly. At Wichita Premier Auto Services, we will perform a full electrical system test to determine the current state of health of your battery.

Brake Fluid - Brake fluid will absorb water from the air over time, causing the brake system to become less effective and the fluid to become corrosive, possibly damaging the system. It is important to perform a brake fluid flush regularly to ensure that your vehicle is using fresh fluid.

Brake Pads - A good set of brake pads can last for up to 50,000 miles. They are manufactured to start making a noise when the pads have worn past their optimal thickness and when they need to be replaced. 

Brake Rotors - When brake rotors are warped it can cause a vibration when applying the brake pedal. Because your brakes work by squeezing the brake pads against metal discs (the rotors), rotors get subjected to a lot of heat, which causes them to warp over time if they get too thin or overheat. You can come to Wichita Premier Auto Services for a brake rotor replacement.

Coolant - A mix of coolant and water flows through your radiator to cool your car, which allows fresh ambient air to passively cool the coolant, which recirculates back through your engine in order to keep it functional at its optimal temperature. If you lose too much coolant (whether it be because of a small crack in the hose or a water pump issue), the engine can overheat, causing severe damage. Because of this, getting your coolant replaced periodically is essential. 

Transmission Fluid - Low transmission-fluid levels (potentially caused by a leak) will cause excessive wear of the internal components. If you have a manual transmission, plan to change out the transmission fluid every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. If you have an automatic transmission, change the fluid out every 30,000 to 100,000 miles, depending on the driving conditions you drive under. 

90,000 Miles

Hoses - The hoses in your car carry coolant, but as the rubber ages, it starts to wear down. As your mileage approaches the 90,000-mile mark, getting your hoses replaced to prevent them from swelling and/or leaking, which can cause severe damage to your vehicle, is crucial.

Power Steering Fluid - A low-power steering fluid (potentially caused by a leak) may cause hard steering or excessive noise when you turn the wheel. Plan to flush and replace your power steering fluid periodically or when problems arise.

Spark Plugs/Ignition System - The frequency at which your spark plugs need to be replaced depends on what kind of spark plugs are used as well as the company that manufactured them. Your spark plugs could need to be replaced anywhere from 15,000 to 100,000 miles.

Timing Belt - If your vehicle is equipped with a timing belt and something goes wrong with it, your engine's performance and functionality could be compromised. Because of this, it is important to preemptively get your timing belt replaced every 90,000 miles or so.