{"id":28384,"date":"2022-04-06T15:19:27","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T07:19:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/?p=28384"},"modified":"2025-11-05T16:18:28","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T08:18:28","slug":"tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service","title":{"rendered":"Tips To Avoid Getting Ripped Off During Car Service"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It is a routine for every car owner to send their car for regular service at the workshop. Other than keeping the car in the best condition, it is also to prevent potential further car damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, have you ever thought of the possibility of you getting ripped off or charged excessively for every car service? Moreover, when you have less knowledge about car maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, Bjak would like to share some info regarding car maintenance. We hope this article is helpful to save you from getting scammed by the workshop when sending your car for service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents =<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69d83811254ce\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Fuel_filter\" title=\"Fuel filter\">Fuel filter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Spark_plug\" title=\"Spark plug\">Spark plug<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Timing_belt\" title=\"Timing belt\">Timing belt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Air_filter\" title=\"Air filter\">Air filter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Air-cond_belt_alternator_belt\" title=\"Air-cond belt \/ alternator belt\">Air-cond belt \/ alternator belt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Automatic_Transmission_Fluid_ATF\" title=\"Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)\">Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Clutch_plate\" title=\"Clutch plate\">Clutch plate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Engine_oil\" title=\"Engine oil\">Engine oil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/info\/tips-to-avoid-getting-ripped-off-during-car-service\/#Water_pump\" title=\"Water pump\">Water pump<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Car_battery\"><\/span>Car battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-attachment-id=\"26772\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/220314_a11-01-02\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?fit=1080%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"220314_A11-01-02\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?fit=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Prestasi bateri Kereta bergantung kepada tahap penggunaan kereta\" class=\"wp-image-26772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-02.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/5-tips-to-extend-your-car-battery-life\/\">car battery<\/a>&#8216;s performance or lifespan depends on the battery type and how it is used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, there are <a href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/5-tips-to-extend-your-car-battery-life\/#Types_of_car_batteries\">three types of batteries<\/a> commonly used in Malaysia. There are Lead-Acid, Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB) dan Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wet batteries, dry batteries, and EFB can last up to a year and a half. Meanwhile, AGM batteries can last up to 6 years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you often refill the battery with distilled water, it is expected to last up to 2 years. However, if you skip the refill and leave it dry, the lifespan can only last up to 6 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fuel_filter\"><\/span>Fuel filter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The fuel filter can be changed when your car\u2019s mileage reaches every 40,000 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Normally, a fuel filter will cost you around RM15 to RM20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spark_plug\"><\/span>Spark plug<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-attachment-id=\"26773\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/220314_a11-01-03\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?fit=1080%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"220314_A11-01-03\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?fit=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Spark plug Kereta perli ditukar mengikut jadual bagi mengelakkan kerosakan\" class=\"wp-image-26773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-03.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/car-maintenance-routines-every-driver-should-do\/#Spark_plugs\">spark plug<\/a> needs to change after the car mileage reaches 20,000 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But you can still use it until the mileage reaches 30,000 km or 40,000 km. However, failure to replace it once it exceeds 40,000 km can affect your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, it is better to replace it with a new one. A spark plug may cost you around RM20 up to RM25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Timing_belt\"><\/span>Timing belt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A timing belt is usually replaced when the car mileage reaches 60,000 km. However, it depends on the type of car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some cars require the timing belt to be changed only after mileage reaches 90,000 km like the Proton Waja or 160,000 km like the Honda CRV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Air_filter\"><\/span>Air filter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-attachment-id=\"26774\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/220314_a11-01-04\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?fit=1080%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"220314_A11-01-04\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?fit=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Air filter perlu ditukar apabila mileage sudah mencapai 20,000 km\" class=\"wp-image-26774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-04.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/car-maintenance-routines-every-driver-should-do\/#Air_filter\">air filter<\/a> helps control the air flowing and prevents debris from slipping into the engine. It needs to be changed once the mileage reaches 20,000 km. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But those who change to the K&amp;N type, you don&#8217;t need to change it anymore. You can clean it by yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Air-cond_belt_alternator_belt\"><\/span>Air-cond belt \/ alternator belt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Replacement for aircond dan alternator belt needs to be changed together with the timing belt. Both of these belts are easily identifiable or known whether they need to be replaced or not. This is because they are placed on the outside and easy to spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you spot fine cracks, it is better to change them right away without the timing belt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Automatic_Transmission_Fluid_ATF\"><\/span>Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ATF is necessary for auto cars. It needs to be changed every 20,000 km. However, you may use it up to 30,000 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Failure to replace it after the mileage reaches 30,000 km can affect your car&#8217;s gearbox which will cost you severely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clutch_plate\"><\/span>Clutch plate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-attachment-id=\"26775\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/220314_a11-01-05\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?fit=1080%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"220314_A11-01-05\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?fit=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Clutch plate tidak perlu digantikan dengan kerap\" class=\"wp-image-26775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/220314_A11-01-05.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The clutch plate does not necessarily require regular replacement. You need to change it if your car experience clutches slipping symptoms when driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engine_oil\"><\/span>Engine oil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The replacement for engine oil varies according to the type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mineral oil requires replacement when the mileage reaches every 5,000km. Meanwhile, semi-synthetic oil needs to be changed when the mileage reaches 10,000km. For synthetic oil, you need to change it upon exceeding 15,000km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please make sure to choose the right engine oil for your car as there are some sellers and workshops that provide poor-quality engine oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Water_pump\"><\/span>Water pump<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To your knowledge, the water pump needs to be replaced during the second replacement of your car\u2019s timing belt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to remove the timing belt first in order to change the water pump. If you change these two components simultaneously, you do not have to pay for an extra charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em><em><em><em>Bjak is one of Malaysia&#8217;s biggest insurance comparison websites, offering policies from over 10 brands. 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