New Owner - 2012 TL SH-AWD Elite
06-16-2016, 02:59 AM
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New Owner - 2012 TL SH-AWD Elite
Hey guys!
I just picked up a 2012 TL SH-AWD Elite with 115KM on it. The car is in fantastic shape aesthetically. Exterior has a couple minor scratches which is to be expected, but the interior looks brand new. I am hoping it was taken care of mechanically in the same manner it was on the exterior.
On to the questions:
Is there anything I should be doing maintenance wise? I know they say to do the timing belt earlier than recommended in Canada due to our harsh climate.
- Plugs?
- Should I be replacing the trans/diff fluid or is it too late in the game at this point and leave it as is?
My plan is to drive this car into the ground, so I hope to get some years of enjoyment out of it. Just looking for any opinions on how to keep it in the best mechanical shape as possible.
Any help would be much appreciated!
Mike
I just picked up a 2012 TL SH-AWD Elite with 115KM on it. The car is in fantastic shape aesthetically. Exterior has a couple minor scratches which is to be expected, but the interior looks brand new. I am hoping it was taken care of mechanically in the same manner it was on the exterior.
On to the questions:
Is there anything I should be doing maintenance wise? I know they say to do the timing belt earlier than recommended in Canada due to our harsh climate.
- Plugs?
- Should I be replacing the trans/diff fluid or is it too late in the game at this point and leave it as is?
My plan is to drive this car into the ground, so I hope to get some years of enjoyment out of it. Just looking for any opinions on how to keep it in the best mechanical shape as possible.
Any help would be much appreciated!
Mike
06-16-2016, 07:15 AM
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Congrats on the TL and welcome to AZ...
A TL with approx 71K miles still has a lot of life left if it was maintained properly. I would change all fluids; oil, brake, coolant, trans etc. As far as the plugs go, I believe they're good for 100K miles, but If it was me I would probably change them since everything else is being changed.
Good Luck..
A TL with approx 71K miles still has a lot of life left if it was maintained properly. I would change all fluids; oil, brake, coolant, trans etc. As far as the plugs go, I believe they're good for 100K miles, but If it was me I would probably change them since everything else is being changed.
Good Luck..
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