2002 Chrysler Concorde High Miles
#1
2002 Chrysler Concorde High Miles
I thoroughly enjoy my 02 Concorde at 165,000 miles (road miles primarily). I change oil religiously every 2K miles. Rubber and rotate wheels as well. Had some front end work done about 20 K ago (because they advised). Question: Could you provide me with somesort of maintenance check-off list that would extend the longevity of this ride?
I read somewhere I should have a transmission flush or drop the pan for gaskets and such .. your thoughts please?
Is this model/year susceptible to anything I should watch for when miles get this high? With proper maintenance would I expect over 200K
Thanks for your time and expertise here. I appreciate.
I read somewhere I should have a transmission flush or drop the pan for gaskets and such .. your thoughts please?
Is this model/year susceptible to anything I should watch for when miles get this high? With proper maintenance would I expect over 200K
Thanks for your time and expertise here. I appreciate.
#3
You're changing the oil a little sooner than you need to. I use full-synthetic Mobil-1 on mine and change it around 5,000 miles. I have 260K miles on a 94' The 3.5 is not prone to sludging and you can go at least 3,000 with no worries. If you had a 2.7, then I'd say you're wise changing it as often as you do. Also, a Mopar or Wix filter seems to have the best anti-drainback valve that will eliminate oil starvation in the first few seconds of a cold start.
I would also drain and refill the coolant every year. I wouldn't bother flushing the system with anything stronger than water unless it's been neglected for some time. My original radiator lasted over 200K, and I'm still on my original heater core following this.
I would also drain and refill the coolant every year. I wouldn't bother flushing the system with anything stronger than water unless it's been neglected for some time. My original radiator lasted over 200K, and I'm still on my original heater core following this.
#4
You can expect to replace the tie rod ends several times in the lifetime of this car. Also, the front brake rotors are weak, and you may be up for a tranny rebuild soon.
Other than that, I've had far less trouble with my LH than any other car I've ever owned. And a lot less than my gf has had with her Honda with less miles.
Other than that, I've had far less trouble with my LH than any other car I've ever owned. And a lot less than my gf has had with her Honda with less miles.
#5
Thanks for the advice! They say when you get in to hange the timing belt that it could be costly, due to labor and all. While in there would it be a good time to 'consider changing out or replacing' other?
#8
You're changing the oil a little sooner than you need to. I use full-synthetic Mobil-1 on mine and change it around 5,000 miles. I have 260K miles on a 94' The 3.5 is not prone to sludging and you can go at least 3,000 with no worries. If you had a 2.7, then I'd say you're wise changing it as often as you do. Also, a Mopar or Wix filter seems to have the best anti-drainback valve that will eliminate oil starvation in the first few seconds of a cold start.
I would also drain and refill the coolant every year. I wouldn't bother flushing the system with anything stronger than water unless it's been neglected for some time. My original radiator lasted over 200K, and I'm still on my original heater core following this.
I would also drain and refill the coolant every year. I wouldn't bother flushing the system with anything stronger than water unless it's been neglected for some time. My original radiator lasted over 200K, and I'm still on my original heater core following this.
#9
You can expect to replace the tie rod ends several times in the lifetime of this car. Also, the front brake rotors are weak, and you may be up for a tranny rebuild soon.
Other than that, I've had far less trouble with my LH than any other car I've ever owned. And a lot less than my gf has had with her Honda with less miles.
Other than that, I've had far less trouble with my LH than any other car I've ever owned. And a lot less than my gf has had with her Honda with less miles.
Brakes, tie rod checks and tires are next.