Major Tune Up
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Major Tune Up
Hello,
My car is about 140K miles now, and I am thinking of getting the tune up done. Since I've owned the car since it was about 10k miles, I am not sure the spark plugs has ever been changed.
What are some of the major things I need to consider? I am thinking of the following:
-- Spark plugs and wires
-- Power steering hose
-- Drive belts
-- Transmission fluid (did change it about 3 yrs ago -- still worth it?)
-- Shocks and struts
any others?
thanks very much - Noela
My car is about 140K miles now, and I am thinking of getting the tune up done. Since I've owned the car since it was about 10k miles, I am not sure the spark plugs has ever been changed.
What are some of the major things I need to consider? I am thinking of the following:
-- Spark plugs and wires
-- Power steering hose
-- Drive belts
-- Transmission fluid (did change it about 3 yrs ago -- still worth it?)
-- Shocks and struts
any others?
thanks very much - Noela
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check this http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ml#post7983138
everything you listed is on par, you have studied well....and yes 3 yrs is a while for any fluid....change it
everything you listed is on par, you have studied well....and yes 3 yrs is a while for any fluid....change it
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thanks - checked it out; what spark plugs would you recommend for regular driving - no autocross;
NGK Platinum: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=916818
NGK Iridium: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=393349
Also, do I need to change my valve cover?
cheers, Noela
NGK Platinum: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=916818
NGK Iridium: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=393349
Also, do I need to change my valve cover?
cheers, Noela
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thanks - checked it out; what spark plugs would you recommend for regular driving - no autocross;
NGK Platinum: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=916818
NGK Iridium: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=393349
Also, do I need to change my valve cover?
cheers, Noela
NGK Platinum: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=916818
NGK Iridium: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=393349
Also, do I need to change my valve cover?
cheers, Noela
Considering the price difference, I'd go with Ir's.
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thanks - checked it out; what spark plugs would you recommend for regular driving - no autocross;
NGK Platinum: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=916818
NGK Iridium: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=393349
Also, do I need to change my valve cover?
cheers, Noela
NGK Platinum: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=916818
NGK Iridium: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=393349
Also, do I need to change my valve cover?
cheers, Noela
Add 6 to cart, Enter Coupon EMD5 to take 20 off. Total around $41 for 6 plugs. I got them for $36, but i can't find that coupon code. Good luck.
Edit: select store pickup to avoid shipping charges.
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KVK,
Thanks very much.
I did order the NGK Iridiums from RockAuto for about $49, but decided to cancel it, and then order the NGK Laser Platinum ones from AdvancedAuto -- it all came to about $43 (tax inclusive).
I will pick up later tonight. Then once my drive belts arrive tomorrow, my mechanic will install the power steering hose, drive belts and spark plugs + oil change of course.
Thanks again for the tip.
Rgds, Noela
Thanks very much.
I did order the NGK Iridiums from RockAuto for about $49, but decided to cancel it, and then order the NGK Laser Platinum ones from AdvancedAuto -- it all came to about $43 (tax inclusive).
I will pick up later tonight. Then once my drive belts arrive tomorrow, my mechanic will install the power steering hose, drive belts and spark plugs + oil change of course.
Thanks again for the tip.
Rgds, Noela
Platinum Plugs
Add 6 to cart, Enter Coupon EMD5 to take 20 off. Total around $41 for 6 plugs. I got them for $36, but i can't find that coupon code. Good luck.
Edit: select store pickup to avoid shipping charges.
Add 6 to cart, Enter Coupon EMD5 to take 20 off. Total around $41 for 6 plugs. I got them for $36, but i can't find that coupon code. Good luck.
Edit: select store pickup to avoid shipping charges.
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