Approaching 70K miles

boomshack · Dec 30, 2005

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 · Dec 30, 2005

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 · Dec 30, 2005

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 · Dec 30, 2005

Kilgore Trout said:
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 · Feb 12, 2006

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 · Feb 12, 2006

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 · Feb 12, 2006

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

Cory281 · Feb 12, 2006

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

topless98gt · Feb 12, 2006

boomshack said:
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 · Feb 12, 2006

Cory281 said:
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 · Feb 12, 2006

bdcardinal said:
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 · Feb 12, 2006

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 · Feb 13, 2006

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 · Feb 14, 2006

the98stang said:
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 · Feb 14, 2006

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

topless98gt · Feb 14, 2006

sgarlic said:
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 · Feb 14, 2006

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 · Feb 14, 2006

How can I get a factory service manual CD?

2002GreyGT · Feb 14, 2006

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

~K

PEWTERPONY · Feb 14, 2006

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.

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