Hi, I purchased a well-cared-for 2004 Crossfire in December 2014, and she's approaching 95k, so I'm kind of thinking it's time to take her in for 100k tlc. I've had her oil changed and replaced the battery, and had an educational moment when the crank shaft position sensor failed and she stalled at a red light. (Was very fortunate, she started up and I drove her straight to a repair shop and got it replaced pdq.)


I've seen really informative posts here about maintenance people have done or recommend at 100K, so I think I have a good list of what is recommended, but had a couple of questions: My fuses test as good, but some of them visibly show some corrosion. Would it be a good idea just to replace them for good measure?


And my rear window seal is needing some attention, I think. at 60 mph I'm hearing some rattling back there - making me nervous. Can I fix that or does that require special skill, and I should take it in?


And I wanted to get opinions... I've gone to Chrysler and so far they've been ok, but kinda... off. I wouldn't say ignorant or dishonest, but I don't totally feel safe driving off either. Would a Mercedes dealership be a better way to go? Or is none of this all that technical (except to me) and a basic repair shop can do all this?


I'm compiling a list of work that per the forum here, should be done, as follows so far:


New plugs and plug wires
Fuel filter/regulator
New air filters
New drive belt
Flush coolant
Change transmission oil
Change differential fluid and flush out brakes
Replace valve gasket covers
Alternator charging test?


I want to take care of the car, but I'm still learning about the particular characteristics of this vehicle, so I'd really appreciate advice from someone with experience? Thanks, and everyone have a good day.

 

New plugs and plug wires - good shop familiar with MB
Fuel filter/regulator - good shop familiar with MB
New air filters - easy DIY
New drive belt - easy DIY
Flush coolant - good shop familiar with MB
Change transmission oil - good shop familiar with MB
Change differential fluid and flush out brakes - good shop familiar with MB
Replace valve gasket covers - not unless they are leaking
Alternator charging test? - probably not necessary

added :
change PS fluid - good shop familiar with MB
change fuses ? your call
repack front wheel bearings - good shop familiar with MB
check tie rod wear - good shop familiar with MB
get an good laser alignment done

 

Thanks very much!

 

Hi............
Not to argue with ala_xfire, I would do the first two myself.
Go to Needwings.com and get the parts, Rob is the best to deal with and works with all of us.
All the rest I fully agree with ala_xfire.
I like playing with mine myself.
Have fun

 

Thank you! I always appreciate advice, especially from those with experience.

 

More information than I needed.
( and yes, I too would do the first 2 myself, as well as all the rest of them )

 

Thank you!

 

Okay, all was pretty much expected in terms of service/prices, but I did have one question: My "check engine" came on and then later was off. Had them check the code, and apparently the secondary air injection pump is on its way out. Can anyone advise where I can buy a new one? MB gave me an estimate of $1200 installed. Needless to say, ouch...

 

No. NO! NO!

That code is usually a result of broken solder connections on the RCM board, 15 minutes and a 100 watt soldering iron and some ROSIN CORE solder and you should be fine.

Also, dragging your feet fixing this won't harm anything - that is just an emissions thing where you trade lower nitrous emissions for higher carbon emissions during warmup.

 

Mark, that's usually the air pump relay contacts, not the 3 solder joints.

 

Good grief, I need to date a car guy. LOL. Thank you!

 

Date Mark ( pizzaguy ), he's currently single. ( or at least he was in July at Eureka Springs )

 

Where are you located in Florida?