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gruvmstr206
05-20-2003, 01:00 PM
Major Service Interval
Mileage: 30,000 - 60,000 - 90,000 - 120,000 - etc.
Engine oil and filter - replace
Fluid levels - top off all
Lube hinges, locks, latches, and hood cable
Front / Rear brakes - visual inspection
Transmission fluid - drain & refill
Lights - check operation
Clutch - adjust if applicable
Battery posts - inspect & clean
Fuel lines, tank, lines & connections - inspect
Spark plugs - replace (except platinum plugs)
Distributor cap & rotor - inspect
Tires - balance rear tires and rotate to front; adjust pressure & inspect tire wear pattern
Coolant system - Check level & test protection
Wiper blades - check operation & wear
Park brake - adjust & lube as needed
Front/Rear disc calipers & hoses
Air filter - inspect
Exhaust system - inspect
Suspension, struts & steering - inspect
Adjust valve clearance if applicable
Brake Fluid - replace and bleed system

Blue Impact
05-20-2003, 10:33 PM
I check my car pretty much every weekend. 30,000 miles for every oil change? Isn't that a little too much?

88LX-iSedan
05-21-2003, 12:27 AM
Yeah, My manual says change oil and filter every 7500 Miles or 6 months

Blue Impact
05-21-2003, 08:37 AM
Since mine is hard daily driver, I try to change it every 3000 miles (oil and oil filter). The manual does say depending on the condition oil should be changed every 7500 miles or 6 months.

pimp86LX
05-21-2003, 09:11 AM
i think they mean, do it at this interval as well