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Posted by Dan Y [Email] (more from Dan Y) on Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:29:04
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I just bought an '06 9-5 Sport Combi after owning four 9000 turbos and I need some help getting started. The car has 42K and I have had the allignment checked and everything is okay.
I like to be very proactive with maintenance, but not over the top. The car was driven exclusively in the city, but appears to have been driven conservatively with no signs of abuse. The dealer serviced the car until the warranty expired at 36K but did not record their activity in the owners service manual. I do have a carfax report that verifies dealer service points, but does not itemize the activity.
My Questions:
1. What oil/weight and coolant is recommended?
2. What maintenance should I perform at this mileage (fuel filter, coolant change, brake fluid, auto transmission fluid, thermostat)
3. How long should I run the spark plugs?
4. What belt tensioner or pulleys should be replaced (I understant that theser are short lived)
5. Are there any modestly priced performance mods available? I was considering a K&N filter, a steering brace and poly bushings for the sway bars if they exist. I do not have the Aero suspension. I really like the ride, but would like to quicken the response.
Sorry for the length of this, but I want to start my ownership of this car on the right foot, because I plan to keep it for some time.
Sincerely,
Dan
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