I'm at 117,000 miles. Car runs just as good as when I bought it. I've got some money saved and wondering what type of repairs I should do just to keep things healthy. I have never replaced my water pump, serp belt, timing chain, pulleys, tensioners, or any hoses.


If I replace my water pump, which seems like a good idea, I feel like I should replace other things while I have it all taken apart. Anybody else ever gotten down to the water pump and found other things that needed changing?

 

'What does the owners manual recommend?'

Approach it from that angle...

The water pump should be replaced when failed/failing. People change them when changing timing belt due to 'convenience' preventative maintenance. Not because it will fail. Since we do not have a timing belt task - leave it alone

New belts and hoses last much longer than previous generations. The technology has really improved. Continue to inspect for wear/cracking of belts or bulging of hoses (per the manual).

 

Agreed.

 

I would start with any and all regular maintenance, do you do your own maintenance? Or a mechanic? Or Mitsu? I'll assume you have your diff's... Transmission fluid change... Rad fluid... What about spark plugs? Make sure your shocks are ok they seems to go early... Make sure you're all caught up on maintenance and I wouldn't change a part that isn't broken unless there is an issue that I'm unaware of.

 

I have a close friend who is a mechanic and specializes in Mitsubishi performance cars. He will be doing all the work. I think I'll have him just check everything and repair whatever needs fixed. Since I don't have any issues, I'll keep it relaxed and just see what he says.

 

Forgot to mention, replaced spark plugs at 108,000 miles.

 

A knowledgeable, trusted mechanic is your best bet, if yours is as well versed in Mitsus as he says that's even better but bear in mind that ralliarts are quite special/different/picky than a lot of other Mitsus and if he says there is nothing needed you can always upgrade

 

Oil Change, plugs and Air filter is what i live by..