CAR MAINTENANCE TIPS

Maintaining your CUPRA vehicle with regular maintenance checks is crucial for keeping your car in tip-top shape. Here’s how you can maintain your CUPRA car.

8 ESSENTIAL CAR MAINTENANCE TIPS EVERY CUPRA OWNER SHOULD KNOW

Keeping your CUPRA in optimal condition isn’t as simple as just booking it in for a service once a year. To keep your car running smoothly and extend its lifespan, it’s crucial to catch small issues early and fix them before they become problematic. A proactive approach will help for maintaining your vehicle’s longevity, boost safety, and enhance its reliability.

1. Oil and Filter Changes
Regularly changing your oil and filter is crucial for engine health. If there’s too little oil, the friction in the engine increases. Too much oil can get into the combustion chamber and damage your catalytic converter. A warning light on your dashboard will tell you when it’s time to change your oil. Recommended intervals for oil changes are every 15,000 km or at least once a year for hybrid, diesel and petrol cars. Electric cars do not require oil changes.

2. Check Your Car’s Tyre Pressure
Correct tyre pressure ensures safety and extends tyre lifespan. Tyre inflation pressures are usually listed on a sticker on the rear of the front left door frame. Check tyre pressure at least once a month and before long trips. For newer CUPRAs, the recommended tyre pressure is listed on a sticker inside the doors or in your vehicle’s manual.

3. Get Your Car’s Fluids Checked Regularly
Various fluids such as brake fluid, power steering fluid, and windshield washer fluid are essential for your vehicle. Regularly check and top up these fluids as needed to ensure optimal performance. Refer to your vehicle’s owner manual for specific fluid maintenance schedules.

4. Replace Your Car’s Air Filters
The air filter / dust and pollen filter should be changed regularly to maintain air quality and HVAC performance in your car. The service schedule will guide you on when to replace these filters.

5. When to Service Your Car
For hybrid, petrol, or diesel vehicles, an Official CUPRA Maintenance check should be performed at 30,000 km or every 2 years. Electric vehicles require an initial inspection at 30,000 km or the 2-year mark, with annual check-ups thereafter.

6. Control lamp
The control and warning lamps are indicators of warnings, faults, or certain functions. It’s essential to understand these indicators and take immediate action if necessary. Check the Owner's manual for detailed information on warning lights.

7. Electric Car Maintenance
Electric car maintenance is around 35% lower than traditional cars, but regular servicing is still necessary. Key checks include:

Charging cable: we check that cable is present and visually check its condition
High-voltage battery: we check the charge level and recharge if necessary
High-voltage components and high-voltage cables: we inspect these for damage and correct routing and securing of lines

8. Driving with Confidence: CUPRA Service Plans
The CUPRA electric vehicle service plan is tailored specifically for the CUPRA Born. These plans ensure your car is serviced to CUPRA standards and can help you spread the cost into affordable monthly payments.
It’s essential to perform regular maintenance checks and our ream can help you to optimise your car’s performance and ensure its longevity.

Regularly checking your car’s fluid levels, tyre pressure and adhering to the recommended service schedule of at least once a year will help keep your vehicle in tip-top shape. By following these essential car maintenance tips, you can keep your car running smoothly and extend its lifespan. Ensure that your car remains in optimal condition and preserve its resale value with regular cleaning and maintenance.