A system and process for optimizing vehicle service intervals for a
plurality of vehicle service items begins with determination of a minimum
service interval. The minimum service interval is set by the need to
provide critical, though routine services such as engine oil changes and
chassis lubrication. Multiple potential service intervals exist for at
least one component, typically engine oil changes, based on different
vehicle operating variables. Depending upon the character of vehicle use,
one variable will control determination of the recommended interval for
engine oil, which, after conversion to distance, is compared with the
chassis lubrication to find the minimum service interval. Additional
components/fluids are included for service based on operational variables
selected to determine service intervals for these components.