ok, deal is, i just got the max from my dad, hes had it since 95, and as far as i know, the last 4 or 5 years hasnt serviced anything. just wondering what i should do as routine-ish maintainance.

 

I would hope there's been at least a few oil changes. Check spark plugs, fuel injectors, fluids, filters, tires......that's all I can think of. I'd say your best bet would be to go to Midas or something and get a full service oil change/winterizing. That should take care of most potential problems.

 

aside form the routine oil changes. fuel filter, spark plugs, clean the TB, IAC PCV and EGR valves, flush coolant. cant really think of anything else.

 

If you have an automatic transmission, have the trans and torque converter completely backflushed by a reputable and trustworthy transmission shop (I know, they're very hard to find).

Good luck with the car...if you treat her right, she'll last you a long time, at least another hundred thousand miles.

 

flush the oil and change to Mobil1
Flush the trans
Check/change the air filter
Check/change plugs, wires, fuel filter
make sure your belts are not showing through : )
Treat gas system and clean carbon

Start with the basics, just make sure the Max has the basics and she should take care of you. There is plenty of info on this forum if the above is not enough. Mine has 127K and runs great.