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Old 12-31-2006, 01:03 AM
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75,000 Mile Service...what to do?

So I just got my 99 CLK a few months ago and reached 75k miles recently. Its been yelling at me for a service. However, it doesn't need an oil change for a couple thousand miles and I put some new cold air intakes w/ new filters on it (that i'm working on finding a way to keep COLD). There aren't any problems w/ cranking or power. However, now and then (once a week maybe?) it resonates a little while idling. Does this mean I need new spark plugs? Does anyone have a list of what's actually SUPPOSED to be done at 75k miles, or know what should/shouldn't be done? I'm about to install my exhaust and I have a few days to change fluids and things if need be.

Also, if I do need new plugs, what kind is best and are the higher performance plugs/wires worth the $? Thanks!
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fuel filters, coolant flush, brake fluid flush, sparkplugs and wires, trans fluid flush(since it is a 99-does not have the 2000+ trans), and your maf sensor.

should think about replacing the crank position sensor.

if you really want to be **** about it, replace your breather hoses and valve cover gaskets.
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Here's a few service items:
  • Has 5 years past? If so, clean the sunroof slide rails and blocks, and grease them.
  • Has 5 years past? If so, clean and lube the mono-wiper gear mechanism.
  • Check the driveshaft flex-discs.
  • Has 4 years past? If so, replace the fuel filter.
  • If the engine air filters have 50K mikes on them, replace.
  • Has 2 years past? If so, replace the coolant.
  • Has 2 years past? If so, flush the brake fluid. This is also a good time to check the brake pads and discs.
  • Has 5 years or 100K miles past? If so, replace the spark plugs and check the wires.
  • Test the horn, warning flashers, all interior lights, dash lamps, windshield washer, and headlamp washer.
  • Has 2 years or 40K miles past? If so, replace the cabin filter.
  • Put the car on either a rack or ramps, remove the lower cover, and check for leaks. Any wetness anywhere is a bad sign. While you're there, it's a good time to check the tie rods and drag link for play, and to give the motor mounts a good looking over.
  • Check the wheel bearing play.
  • Check the V-belt.
  • Lube the hood latch.
  • Lube the e-throttle.
  • Check the tires (preferably with a real tire pressure gauge).
Does anyone know which section of the WIS discusses the door stop lube procedure?
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Thanks for the info! I'll try to get started on everything soon.
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