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Old 01-09-2018, 06:22 AM
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90k Service

Got the 90k service indicator, my Indy says it's just oil change and cabin filter. I did both recently, so looking for any suggestions on what premptive maintenance I could do, have thought of following:
1. Spark Plugs
2. Transmission Fluid - Indy says pan will have to be replaced as the filter is built into the pan, cost about $400
3. Diff Fluid

Appreciate other suggestions.
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Those are good if you haven't done it before. Also, look into power steering flush, coolant flush, ignition coils, water pump/thermostat replacement.
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water pump/thermostat replacement.

I second this. If you have not replaced the WP/thermostat already, you're on borrowed time.

Also, don't forget the transfer case fluid change while you're under the X doing the diff and trans fluids.
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Old 01-10-2018, 07:57 PM
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Thanks folks, have been through the fun of water pump dying on the freeway. Was a very enjoyable experience!
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+1 to the comments.

ATF fluid+pan kit is pricey, $400 is a decent price. Make sure they use the OE fluid (ZF6)

Im of a differnt opinion on coils- yes, we see them on occasion, but I wouldnt replace automatically. However, having read what I just typed, if yu arent DIYing- the cost to do is when doing plugs is 100% only the price of new coils.

Diff and tranfer case

Steering fluid

Did they change coolant when the pump went? Prolly can let that go another year.
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+1 to the comments.

ATF fluid+pan kit is pricey, $400 is a decent price. Make sure they use the OE fluid (ZF6)

Im of a differnt opinion on coils- yes, we see them on occasion, but I wouldnt replace automatically. However, having read what I just typed, if yu arent DIYing- the cost to do is when doing plugs is 100% only the price of new coils.

Diff and tranfer case

Steering fluid

Did they change coolant when the pump went? Prolly can let that go another year.
Thanks @ard I have been through a radiator change as well, so the coolant has been flushed at least twice :|

I am inclined to do the plugs myself as I don't have to jack up the car for that and the Indy will charge 70 bucks. Got the Bosch Double Platinums. Are they good?

If the coils are not much more, will change them as well.

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I'm at 95K and just had the transmission fluid, pan done (also the lines-they found a leak) coils and spark plugs.
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Should I replace coils? I am seeing mixed reviews on coils available online. People received fake or bad coils. If the current set is working fine, maybe should just wait. Thoughts?
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Id leave the coils alone.

I would ONLY use OE/OEM plugs.
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