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Optimal Maintenance Schedule ???

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Old 04-19-2006, 06:55 PM
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Is there some info on here about the "optimal" maintenance schedule for a C5.. (other than what's listed in the manual) I have a 2000, and I've been keeping it in good shape, recently had brakes redone, new belt, etc.. wondering about if it needs a tune-up or changing of differential fluid (it's a 6speed manual).. (over 70k miles)..

I remember seeing on here a list of common problems also, stuff like the column lock, brake rotor warp, battery leaks, etc... Anyone know the link to that? Can't find it..

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Old 04-20-2006, 01:47 AM
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Here's the link:

https://www.corvetteforums.com/m_4838/tm.htm

The plugs are said to be good for 100,000 miles, although I have heard that sometimes the "pucks" are gone by the time the plugs are removed. I say that if your car is running well, don't worry about the plugs. Some people say that brake fluid doesn't need changing, but I disagree. Every 5 years for brake fluid, coolant, and maybe even power steering fluid is what I intend to have done (next month) and my C5 has less than 25,000 miles on it.
 
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My car has a little over 25K miles on it and I also plan to have all my fluids changed pretty soon. I figure it doesn't hurt and you get the peace of mind that everything is fresh.
 
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Old 04-20-2006, 11:51 AM
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....on a 98! Holy cow - get out and DRIVE that baby! And here I thought I didn't put enough miles on my C5!
 
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