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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 01:33 PM
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I recently bought a 2002 z06 with 40k miles, and would like to do a bunch of maintence and checkups. What are some things I should look at?

So far I'm thinking:

tranny fluid
diff fluid
fuel filter
spark plugs
coolant
power steering fluid


Anything else I should check on? Brake pads/rotors are in good shape.
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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 03:40 PM
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check to see if the seat belts work, you'll need them.


happy driving......
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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by jmautox
I recently bought a 2002 z06 with 40k miles, and would like to do a bunch of maintence and checkups. What are some things I should look at?

So far I'm thinking:
tranny fluid
diff fluid
fuel filter
spark plugs
coolant
power steering fluid
Anything else I should check on? Brake pads/rotors are in good shape.
oil change/filter, check all belts and hoses, alignment, check wheel balance, check tires, spark plug wires, brake lines flush and fluid change, check shocks.

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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 07:43 PM
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Air Filter, MAF (check if its dirty, then clean if needed), full tank of gas, I know with the older C5's, a bottle of Techron every oil chane to keep the fuel gauge working, then get out and drive it like you stole it!!

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