Maintenance Due At 60k?

[The Critic]

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0As-5xrBaLKaBdFp2S3ZDeWNJR3R5TlFROFNidWFlOHc

My friend was wondering what maintenance is due on her car, since it just crossed the 60k mark. Honda only advises the owner to follow the maint minder system- this car lacks the traditional printed schedule.

The spreadsheet lists all maintenance I have done. Yes, this car got all services that I ever recommended.

The only items missing from that list was an oil service and air filter done at 40k by someone else, and any tire rotations or warranty work. Serp belt and coolant are fine.

Personally I think that car needs nothing right now, but I decided to post this anyway to see what ideas are suggested.

 

[sunfire]

Not sure if the Honda Fit has either but power steering fluid and fuel filter.

 

[The Critic]

Originally Posted By: sunfire
Not sure if the Honda Fit has either but power steering fluid and fuel filter.

There is no fuel filter.

Power steering is electric.

 

[sunfire]

Check the condition of the spark plugs and make sure oil isn't leaking into the tubes. Clean PCV.

 

[Old Mustang Guy]

Trans service, even if not yet recommended.

 

[The Critic]

Originally Posted By: Old Mustang Guy
Trans service, even if not yet recommended.


Was the spreadsheet not working?

Did the trans once at 35k, and twice at 45k. It should be good to go.

 

[benjamming]

Why do you say the coolant is fine? Did you do a coolant analysis?

I would do a simple drain & refill to keep it "fresh" instead of a full flush after it has deteriorated quite a bit.

Other than that, clean the wheels, wash it, & seal it. Enjoy.

 

[ltslimjim]

Clean under-carriage and what about CV joint rubbers, etc?

I like the idea of cleaning the PCV valve out now. Are the OEM spark plugs Denso or NGK Iridiums? If so, leave them in until 100,000. Use some PEA containing fuel system cleaner once before every oil change if intervals are longer than 5,000 miles. Just a thought.

Definitely could go 10,000 on a full synthetic. Even dino/conventional can go 7,500 easy in that car.

 

[JOD]

I'm not sure why you're calling the tech an idiot for opening the bleeder screw when changing brake pads? It seems like a safer and more thorough way to do it if you ask me. I've always done this and never gotten a spongy pedal from doing so?

Anyway, my opinion: at 60K miles I'd do a valve adjustment. Based on my own N=3 experience, the 120K intervals is just too long.

 

[ComfyShorts]

Originally Posted By: JOD
I'm not sure why you're calling the tech an idiot for opening the bleeder screw when changing brake pads? It seems like a safer and more thorough way to do it if you ask me. I've always done this and never gotten a spongy pedal from doing so?


Its actually the correct procedure. Not "idiot" tech, more like idiotic and anal retentive customer.

 

[The Critic]

Originally Posted By: ComfyShorts
Originally Posted By: JOD
I'm not sure why you're calling the tech an idiot for opening the bleeder screw when changing brake pads? It seems like a safer and more thorough way to do it if you ask me. I've always done this and never gotten a spongy pedal from doing so?


Its actually the correct procedure. Not "idiot" tech, more like idiotic and anal retentive customer.


Honda does not list this as part of the brake pad replacement procedure. Even hit Ford has stated that it is not necessary as there is not enough movement of fluid to cause a problem. Regardless my main issue with what he did was that the brakes were not bled after opening the bleeder screw.

 

[The Critic]

Originally Posted By: JOD


Anyway, my opinion: at 60K miles I'd do a valve adjustment. Based on my own N=3 experience, the 120K intervals is just too long.


Valve adjustment was done in the 50k range when the valve train recall was done.

 

[wally6934]

Originally Posted By: The Critic
There is no fuel filter.

Power steering is electric.


How do they get away with no fuel filter on the car.

 

[ltslimjim]

^Probably type of fuel delivery or maybe it's an 'in tank filter'/lifetime?