What maintenance would you recommend?

[carioca]

For about 4 years I was traveling extensively and as a result my 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac did not get much use. I changed the oil on a regular basis, fixed an A/C problem a couple of years ago, and changed the transmission fluid about a year ago. That's about it...

Now I want to do some preventive maintainance at a local repair shop and would like some advice as to what I should pursue.

The Sport Trac has about 100K, runs good.

I am thinking about a radiator flush and tune-up.... any other recommendations? I am sure all sorts of services will be recommended to me at the repair shop, but for obvious reasons I do not want to overpay and perform unnecessary maintenance

 

[Baddecision93]

If you haven't already a transmission flush would be a good idea.

Radiator flush is smart too. New spark plugs and wires can't hurt, as well as a new air filter.

Get the brakes checked out (although I'm sure you would notice if there was something wrong with them) and also have the steering/front suspension components looked at (tie rods, ball joints).

Also may want to consider changing the shocks if it hasn't been done recently. Fairly inexpensive and it makes a large difference in handling/ride quality.

And if you just want to cover all your bases get your fuel filter changed too.

That's all I can think of.

 

[MidnightRebel07]

+1 on above suggestions. definetly change out the shocks and sway bar endlinks if it hasn't been done already, huge difference.

 

[carioca]

Thank you for the advice... on my way to drop off my truck for servicing today.

 

[SportracJunkie03]

All these tips are perfect!!! I did most of them on my truck recently and the truck runs like new!!! I have close to 170k on the truck...Also to note is the diff fluid...Hopefully you kick it in 4x4 now and then...