Posted on 10/7/2026
A vehicle with 100,000 miles on the odometer has different maintenance needs than one with 20,000 miles. As components age and accumulate mileage, normal wear becomes a bigger factor in reliability. Adjusting your maintenance routine accordingly can help you catch developing problems and get more dependable years from your vehicle. Fluids and Seals Deserve Closer AttentionFluids play an important role in lubricating, cooling and protecting systems throughout your vehicle. As mileage increases, staying current with oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid and other manufacturer-recommended services becomes increasingly important. Age can also take a toll on seals and gaskets. Rubber and other materials can harden, shrink or deteriorate, potentially allowing fluids to leak. A small s ... read more