Approaching 70K miles

[boomshack]

Hello everyone,

My 2002 Stang is approaching the 70K mile landmark (now at 67k). I've always been good about changing the oil and having the fluids checked every 4K miles. I'm about to go out of the extended warranty I purchased when I got the car used...so was wondering what service you all suggest I should do to make sure this pony runs for another 50K at least.

BTW, about a year and a half ago I had an accident and the differential was busted and had to be replaced along with one of the axles...so would a tranny flush still be in order in the service soon to come?

Thank you

 

[timeless2]

Definitely do the flush.

Checklists for other items are in your owner's manual, if you have it. I would recommend checking hoses, filters, your serpentine, and suspension components for updates as well.

 

[Kilgore Trout]

Change every single fluid in the car including brake fluid. Inspect brakes, belts, hoses. Battery is getting pretty old if it is stock. Run seafoam through it, clean MAF, replace IAC. Change plugs, make sure you use silicone dielectric grease on plug to spring connection and clean and condition rubber boots on COPs to make a good seal and prevent water and dirt in plug wells.

Also, get a Haynes manual and do all other recommended items I did not mention.

 

[03ghoststang]

Change every single fluid in the car including brake fluid. Inspect brakes, belts, hoses. Battery is getting pretty old if it is stock. Run seafoam through it, clean MAF, replace IAC. Change plugs, make sure you use silicone dielectric grease on plug to spring connection and clean and condition rubber boots on COPs to make a good seal and prevent water and dirt in plug wells.

Also, get a Haynes manual and do all other recommended items I did not mention.

:Word: and like mention above also check suspension components

 

[boomshack]

I know this is a late reply to your suggestions, but wanted to thank y'alls advice. Do you think this service can be done by a reputable mechanic for less than $600?

Thanks again!

 

[bdcardinal]

probably, or else find some friends with mustangs and have a work weekend, i know thats what ive done with some friends. basically it ends up with me doing everything while they sit and drink beer and watch.

 

[Kilgore Trout]

I think you should do it yourself. Just need Haynes manual and basic tools.

 

[Cory281]

I've got a question, whats IAC stand for?

 

[topless98gt]

Hello everyone,

My 2002 Stang is approaching the 70K mile landmark (now at 67k). I've always been good about changing the oil and having the fluids checked every 4K miles. I'm about to go out of the extended warranty I purchased when I got the car used...so was wondering what service you all suggest I should do to make sure this pony runs for another 50K at least.

BTW, about a year and a half ago I had an accident and the differential was busted and had to be replaced along with one of the axles...so would a tranny flush still be in order in the service soon to come?

Thank you

Psh, you want your car to run at least until 120,000? Luckily, mine is still running after 200,000. I don't know how, but it is. I probably have one of the highest milage 4.6L GT's on this board, if not the state.

 

[topless98gt]

I've got a question, whats IAC stand for?

Idle Air Controller. If you ever have another question about an abbreviation used on this board, run over to this thread: http://forums.stangnet.com/showthread.php?t=611594

 

[stangman16]

probably, or else find some friends with mustangs and have a work weekend, i know thats what ive done with some friends. basically it ends up with me doing everything while they sit and drink beer and watch.

+1 , I enjoy working on my cars with friends and drinking a cold one! While saving money rather than paying some nut to do it - who could give a crud whether or not it's done properly.

 

[Mike97gt]

120k miles is not that much. i knew a turbo regal that had over 300k on it. southeren car driven year around. guy just kept fixing stuff as it broke. so if a TR with it's 80's build quality and turbo 6 can last that long with proper car. then 120 out of your stang is nothing.

 

[the98stang]

Buy a Haynes Repair manual. It explains how to change every fluid in your GT you can think of. Along with tranny/engine overhaul. Best damn book there is.

 

[topless98gt]

Buy a Haynes Repair manual. It explains how to change every fluid in your GT you can think of. Along with tranny/engine overhaul. Best damn book there is.

My gf said she is going to get one for me for Valentine's day. I guess it shows how much she truely cares about me :d! Should she get me a Chiltons or a Haynes? Which is better? What's the difference?

 

[sgarlic]

Chilton is more like a factory service manual.. a little harder to find information in, but more informative than a Haynes is.

 

[topless98gt]

Chilton is more like a factory service manual.. a little harder to find information in, but more informative than a Haynes is.

So which should I get not being REALLY good with cars and all?

 

[sgarlic]

I'd buy the Chilton.. but that's just me. If you prefer more pictures and more generalized instructions, Haynes would be better. Factory service manual CD would be my first pick.

 

[topless98gt]

How can I get a factory service manual CD?

 

[2002GreyGT]

You can get the Ford Service CD's from http://www.fordcds.com/

~K

 

[PEWTERPONY]

Im right there with you...about to clock 70k. You should have already gotten your 30k service done twice. If not do it right away. I got lucky and found one of them franchise quicklube places that had just opend up and was one of the guys first customers...Hes treated me well over the years. Does all my (non dealership) work. I had my 30k done for around 280 I think. Ford wanted nearly 400 to do this.