CarForums.com : Maintenance Schedule

Once a month or 1,000 miles:

Check engine oil, transmission fluid and coolant.
Check tire pressure - with tire gauge.
Check transmission fluid.
Check brake fluid.
Wax car (to protect finish).
Check belts and hoses.

Every 3 months or 3,000 miles:

Change oil and oil filter (every 6 months or 3,000 miles).
Lubricate chassis.
Check transmission fluid.
Check all drive belts (fan belts) frayed or cracked belts.

Every 6 months or 6,000 miles:

Change oil and filter (every 6 months or 3,000 miles).
Inspect suspension.
Rotate tires.

Every 12 months or 12,000 miles:

Flush radiator, replace anti-freeze, check air conditioning system.
Replace air filters.
Lubricate chassis.

Every 2 years or 24,000 miles:

Replace spark plugs (30,000 miles average suggested for unleaded gas) and PC valve.
Change automatic transmission fluid, filter and pan gasket.
Inspect brake linings.

Every 3 years or 30,000 miles:

Check and test ignition wires (replace if needed).
Test cooling system and heating hoses (replace if needed).
Check drive belts (replace if needed).
Replace fluid in differential and manual transmission.

Every 50,000 miles:

Check brake shoes (replace if needed)

Please note this is a general maintenance schedule. For vehicle specific timelines and maintenance items please refer to your owners manual.