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1998 v90

posted by  someone claiming to be Al on  Tue Nov 22 11:39 CST 2005 [RELATED]

If you got the maintenance records that is great if you did not do a 30K service on the car.
Replace all the filters including the fuel filter. Flush the cooling system and replace the thermostat and fill with new coolant. Make sure the timing belt was changed at 70K. This car has an interference engine. If that belt snaps kiss the head good bye and $2000 out of your wallet for a rebuilt one. I would flush the transmission and fill with synthetic. At the bare minimum do a transmission service. Also run synthetic oil in the engine. Don't forget to clean or replace the flame trap and check the accessory drive belt for wear.
It may sound like a lot but in most cases previous owners skimp on maintenance.
Here is the link for info on 960's
http://brickboard.com/FAQ/700-900/960_90Info.htm
Here is a second link for what to look at maintenance for your car.
http://brickboard.com/FAQ/700-900/HighMileageVehiclePrevMaint.htm#Preventive_Maintenance_After_Purchase






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