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Re: Engine reliability and suspension questions... [shipo] by etp
May 13, 2009 (2:55 pm)
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Replying to: shipo (May 12, 2009 3:51 pm)

Scheduled Delivery: 05/14/2009 SERVICE MANUALS//
 
Yahoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Re: Engine reliability and suspension questions... [etp] by etp
May 14, 2009 (2:33 pm)
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Replying to: etp (May 13, 2009 2:55 pm)

1. Verify that the vehicle is parked on a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick tube cap.
 
WARNING: There is a risk of accident from vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. There is a risk of injury from contusions and burns if you insert your hands into the engine when it is started or when it is running. Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving off by itself. Wear properly fastened and close-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts.
 
3. Actuate the service brake. Start engine and let it run at idle speed in selector lever position "P".
4. Shift through the transmission modes several times with the vehicle stationary and the engine idling.
 
NOTE: When inserting dipstick special tool 9336, excess insertion force may cause the dipstick to slip past the stop on the bracket in the transmission oil pan. An approximate distance that the dipstick sould be inserted into the fill tube is 424 mm (16.69 in.).
5. Warm up the transmission, wait at least 2 minutes and check the oil level with the engine running. Push the Oil Dipstick 9336 into transmission fill tube until the dipstick tip contacts the oil pan and pull out again, read off oil level, repeat if necessary.
 
NOTE: The dipstick will protrude from the fill tube when installed.
6. Check transmission oil temperature using the appropriate scan tool.
7. The transmission Oil Dipstick 9336 has indicator marks every 10 mm. Determine the height of the oil level on the dipstick and using the height, the Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) as viewed with the scan too, and the Transmission Fluid Graph, determine if the transmission oil level is correct.
8. Add or remove oil as necessary and recheck the oil level.
9. Once the oil level is correct, install the dipstick tube cap
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Re: Engine reliability and suspension questions... [etp] by etp
May 15, 2009 (11:49 am)
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Replying to: etp (May 14, 2009 2:33 pm)

50% of one cd. I was expecting several CDs. Oh well!
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Trailer Tow Prep Group... by fmichael
May 15, 2009 (11:12 pm)
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Not wanting to sound redundant, but does anyone know if this package causes the ride to be a bit more harsh/bumps more pronounced?...Seems as though there are quite a few new 2009 T&C in my neck of the woods with this option; even though I don't plan on using this vehicle for towing - is it a package worth spending the extra $$$ on?
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Re: Trailer Tow Prep Group... [fmichael] by etp
May 16, 2009 (2:01 am)
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Replying to: fmichael (May 15, 2009 11:12 pm)

It gives you heavy duty cooling and air shocks. If you have the coins // get it.
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Re: Trailer Tow Prep Group... [etp] by etp
May 16, 2009 (2:29 am)
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Replying to: etp (May 16, 2009 2:01 am)

Trailer Tow Prep Group Close $600
Includes:
Heavy Duty Engine Cooling
Engine Oil Cooler
Heavy Duty Radiator
Heavy Duty Transmission Oil Cooler
Load Leveling and Height Control Suspension
Trailer Tow Wiring Harness
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Re: Trailer Tow Prep Group... [etp] by fmichael
May 16, 2009 (3:34 am)
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Replying to: etp (May 16, 2009 2:01 am)

Cost certainly won't be an issue; was wondering if it's worth it since I don't plan on towing anything (except my family around town ), and if this package had any negative effects concerning how it rode ie too rigid/stiff like the Honda Odyssey.
 
Any additional info would be appreciated!
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Re: Trailer Tow Prep Group... [fmichael] by etp
May 16, 2009 (4:28 am)
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Replying to: fmichael (May 16, 2009 3:34 am)

Nope, air shocks might actually ride better as they adjust to your load conditions. If you live in a northern climate then skip this. You do not need the extra cooling.
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Re: Trailer Tow Prep Group... [etp] by fmichael
May 16, 2009 (6:08 am)
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Replying to: etp (May 16, 2009 4:28 am)

Are there any concerns regarding this load-leveling suspension in terms of maintenance (adjustments to the system needed to be done by the dealer mechanics) that'll wear/break down/cost more down the road?
 
Please forgive my ignorance
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Re: Trailer Tow Prep Group... [fmichael] by etp
May 16, 2009 (12:39 pm)
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Replying to: fmichael (May 16, 2009 6:08 am)

I think you worry too much. My father in law has a 2000 TC and it still has the original air shocks.
My old Caddy had them too and were great when I loaded up the trunk. They are not much harder to change than regular shocks as we have done this in the shop many times.
I would be more worried about the cooling system if you live in a cold climate.

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