2001 DTS sitting for awhile
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2001 DTS sitting for awhile
I have access to a 2001 DTS with 12,000 miles on it. It has been garage kept and the majority of the miles were highway. Got oil changes every spring and fall until about two and a half years ago, when it was parked. The tires still have air, the battery of course is dead although while it was being used, it was replaced with a Die Hard. What would you suggest in order to get this car running and start using it?
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I have access to a 2001 DTS with 12,000 miles on it. It has been garage kept and the majority of the miles were highway. Got oil changes every spring and fall until about two and a half years ago, when it was parked. The tires still have air, the battery of course is dead although while it was being used, it was replaced with a Die Hard. What would you suggest in order to get this car running and start using it?
2004 Bonne SLE, 71 Chevelle SS
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Thank you very much for your reply. I think there is still a warranty on the battery, so I will probably just exchange it. The tires are twelve years old so they probably need to be replaced. Other than that, I think I will follow your directions. Thanks Again.
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2004 Bonne SLE 132K, 71 Chevelle SS 209K
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The other fluids should be done as well. Fresh oil & Filter change, Brake fluid , Power steering fluid, & Coolant. Use GM'* Recommend products specs from owner'* manual.
Once warmed up check the transmission fluid level/condition as well.
When you store the vehicle a fuel stabilizer to prevent gum up should be added to the fuel tank. If you have not started the vehicle in a few years..fresh fuel is necessary!!
Once running on good new fuel, I would use Chevron'* Techron concentrate 2 bottles to high octane fuel and take it for a good highway run with the cleaner in it. That will clean injectors well and restore performance to fuel system again.
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Once warmed up check the transmission fluid level/condition as well.
When you store the vehicle a fuel stabilizer to prevent gum up should be added to the fuel tank. If you have not started the vehicle in a few years..fresh fuel is necessary!!
Once running on good new fuel, I would use Chevron'* Techron concentrate 2 bottles to high octane fuel and take it for a good highway run with the cleaner in it. That will clean injectors well and restore performance to fuel system again.
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/wcs...0_pri_larg.jpg
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