almost time for tune up...help?
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RE: almost time for tune up...help?
Those coil packs can be expensive and usually last a long time. Just do the plugs and wires (if this motor has any, not sure)
Fuel filter is a good idea, it can get clogged over time and make the pump work harder than it has to, shortening the life of the fuel pump. (if the filter is inside the gas tank you may want to have a shop do it)
Check the air filter, replace if necessary
Check the serpentine belt, replace if any cracks are forming on the underside (ribbed side). Also inspect the tensioner, if it is chirping or making any kind of abnormal noise, replace that to.
Hoses deteriorate from the inside out. They usually last quite a while though I doubt they will need to be replaced.
However, a coolant flush and new thermostat is not a bad idea.
O2 sensors are supposed to last a long time. If they go bad they will throw a check engine code. at $50 minimum each and 4 of them I would save my money and wait till they go.
A fuel injector cleaner is not a bad idea either. Especially if you run cheap gas (ARCO)
Fuel filter is a good idea, it can get clogged over time and make the pump work harder than it has to, shortening the life of the fuel pump. (if the filter is inside the gas tank you may want to have a shop do it)
Check the air filter, replace if necessary
Check the serpentine belt, replace if any cracks are forming on the underside (ribbed side). Also inspect the tensioner, if it is chirping or making any kind of abnormal noise, replace that to.
Hoses deteriorate from the inside out. They usually last quite a while though I doubt they will need to be replaced.
However, a coolant flush and new thermostat is not a bad idea.
O2 sensors are supposed to last a long time. If they go bad they will throw a check engine code. at $50 minimum each and 4 of them I would save my money and wait till they go.
A fuel injector cleaner is not a bad idea either. Especially if you run cheap gas (ARCO)
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RE: almost time for tune up...help?
Welcome to DF...
on the o2 question... you can clean them as a preventive maint. thing... CRC electronic components cleaner, found at most auto parts stores. spray the holes for the exhaust gases real good, let it dry and reinstall them. it works great.
on the o2 question... you can clean them as a preventive maint. thing... CRC electronic components cleaner, found at most auto parts stores. spray the holes for the exhaust gases real good, let it dry and reinstall them. it works great.