Lakshmi Hyundai’s Vizianagaram service centre is near Mudidam Village on NH-43, Vizianagaram 535004, at the same site as the showroom. It handles periodic service, repairs, body and paint, AC service and wheel alignment with Hyundai Genuine Parts. Follow your owner’s manual service intervals and book ahead for same-day delivery on routine services.

• Free services: New Hyundai cars get free services in the first year. Labour is free; consumables such as oil and filters may be charged.

• Periodic maintenance: Scheduled services based on kilometres or time, whichever comes first.

• Running repairs: For noises, warning lights or worn parts.

• Accidental repairs: Body and paint work, often through insurance.

Your owner’s manual and service booklet list the exact intervals.

• Engine oil and oil filter replacement
• Air filter and AC cabin filter check or replacement
• Brake pads, discs and brake fluid inspection
• Coolant and washer fluid top-ups
• Battery health test
• Suspension, steering and tyre inspection
• Diagnostic scan for fault codes
• Wash and road test
Higher-mileage services add items such as spark plugs, coolant and brake fluid replacement. Your advisor can tell you what is due at your car’s current reading.

• Highway commutes to Vizag are easy on the engine but wear tyres and test the cooling system in summer.
• Town traffic and markets mean frequent braking and clutch use.
• Village roads with potholes and speed breakers affect suspension, alignment and tyres.
• Dust in dry months clogs air filters faster.
• Monsoon rain affects brakes, electricals and wiper performance.
• Hot summers shorten battery life and make the AC work harder.

1. Check tyre pressure monthly and before long trips.
2. Get wheel alignment checked if the car pulls to one side after rough roads.
3. Replace the air filter on time during dusty months.
4. Test the battery before summer.
5. Replace worn wiper blades before the monsoon.
6. Wash the underbody after the monsoon to remove mud and prevent rust.

Replace the AC cabin filter on schedule, and get the AC gas and compressor checked if cooling slows. Park in the shade where possible. Heat shortens battery life, so ask for a battery test at every service. Warning signs include slow starting and dim headlights at idle.

Authorised centres use Hyundai Genuine Parts, trained technicians and Hyundai diagnostic tools. Servicing on schedule protects your warranty and builds a digital service record, which helps when you sell or exchange the car.

Local parts may cost less, but they can wear faster, fit poorly or cause warning lights. Genuine parts are made to Hyundai’s specifications and carry a parts warranty when fitted at an authorised centre. If a quote seems high, ask which items are essential now and which can wait.

Your estimate should list labour, parts, consumables and taxes separately. Ask the advisor to call you before any extra work, and ask to see replaced parts at pick-up.

You can book by phone, on the website or through the myHyundai app. Keep your registration number and odometer reading ready. Morning drop-offs usually mean same-day delivery for routine services.

1. Reception: The advisor notes your concerns and checks the car with you.
2. Job card and estimate.
3. Workshop: Technicians carry out the work and call you about anything extra.
4. Quality check, wash and road test.
5. Delivery: The advisor explains the work, the bill and the next service due date.

If water reached the doors or entered the cabin, do not start the engine. Call for towing to the service centre and inform your insurer. An engine protection add-on can cover water-related engine damage.

• Squealing or grinding brakes
• Steering vibration or pulling to one side
• The AC cooling slowly
• A warning light staying on
• Unusual noises over bumps

Tyres take a beating on mixed roads. Check pressure monthly when the tyres are cold, and before every long trip. Look for cuts, bulges or uneven wear after driving on rough roads. Rotate tyres at the intervals your service advisor recommends, and replace them when the tread nears the wear indicators. Correct pressure also improves mileage and braking.

Check tyre pressure and tread, coolant level, brake pads, wiper blades and all lights. Make sure the spare tyre is in good condition, and keep the roadside assistance number handy.

• Lakshmi Hyundai Vizianagaram service centre: Near Mudidam Village, NH-43, Vizianagaram - 535 004. Phone: +91 80966 66487. Get directions

Near Mudidam Village, NH-43, Vizianagaram 535004.

Follow your owner’s manual. If you drive on dusty or rough roads often, ask whether severe-condition intervals apply.

Yes. Any authorised Hyundai service centre can service your car without affecting the warranty.

Usually the same day if booked in advance. Repairs and bodywork take longer.

It depends on your model, kilometres and parts needed. For an estimate, please call the service centre.

It may be available depending on slots and your location. Please call the service centre to check.

Wiper blades, tyre tread, brakes and all lights, so the car is safe on wet roads.

To book a service or get an estimate, please visit the nearest Hyundai showroom