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Old 11-14-2005, 02:14 PM
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Default Going in for 40k service

Did I miss anything?

odometer: 38,000 miles
certified pre-owned until feb 2008
still has balance of new car maintenance until feb 2006

* Engine Oil - Change the oil.
* Engine Oil Filter - Replace the oil filter.
* Engine- Check for leaks.
* Cooling System - Check the coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
* Exhaust System - Check for damage and leaks.
* Engine, On-board Diagnostic - Check diagnostic trouble code memory. Purge if necessary.
* Doors - Lubricate door hinge mechanism.
* Battery - Check electrolyte level. Add if necessary.
* Windshield Wiper and Washer - Check fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.
* Automatic Shift Lock (ASL) - Check operation, including park/neutral position switch (where applicable).
* Manual Transmission - Check gearshift mechanism and clutch for proper interlock operation.
* Tires and Spare Wheel - Check for wear and damage. Check the pressure.
* Service Reminder Indicator Display - Reset the display.
* Brake System - Check for damage and leaks. Check thickness of pads and brake fluid level.
* Drive Shafts - Check the boots.
* Lights - Check the lights.
* Road Test - Check braking, kick-down, steering, electrical, heating and ventilation systems, air conditioning, and power accessories.
* Front Axle - Check dust seals and ball joints and tie rod ends. Check tie rods.
* Automatic Transmission - Check for leaks.
* Automatic Transmission Final Drive - Check oil level. Add oil if necessary.
* Manual Transmission - Check for leaks.
* Manual Transmission Final Drive - Check oil level. Add oil if necessary.
* Power Steering Fluid - Check fluid level. Add if necessary.
* Dust and Pollen Filter - Replace filter.
* Headlights - Inspect headlights. Adjust if necessary.
* Sliding Roof - Clean guide rails and lubricate with grease spray.
* Air Cleaner - Replace filter element.
* Spark plugs - Replace the plugs.
Old 11-14-2005, 02:42 PM
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Default mark the pollen filter with a highlighter and check to see if they replaced it

I've been skimped out on twice!
Old 11-14-2005, 03:16 PM
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Default 2nd, and make sure they service the battery too...

they overlooked mine and two days later it died (completey out of water).
Old 11-14-2005, 03:20 PM
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Default is there an easy way to inspect it?

i think i should change mine, but i dont remember if they did it or not.
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While we are on the topic, whats done at 50k anything extensive...
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Nothing extensive. Basic checks plus oil change.
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Default Interesting. Mine died a couple of months after the 40k. Did not realize...

it was a serviceable battery.
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