Hi there!
I am moving across the country from Portland, OR to Athens, GA at the end of the month. I will have a bag on the roof rack and stuff in the car, my cat, and my travel pal. I'm wondering if there is anything I need to be aware of/have done before I leave. My '06 FWD manual trans vibe has 142k miles on it and according to the mechanic is in great shape. I had a full tune up last summer with new spark plugs, etc. and new tires were put on at that time.
I am due for a radiator flush. Oil Can Henry's costs about $80 and the dealership costs about $150. Is there any reason to go with the dealership over Oil Can Henry's?
Sometimes when it is really hot out my clutch slips. This has been happening since I bought the car 6 years ago, and it only happens but once or twice a year during the summer. Do I need to worry about my clutch or should I leave it be until it is slipping more often? I had a mechanic look at it 4 years ago and they recommended that I replace it to the tune of $1500. I opted not to and it has been great other than the aforementioned occasional slips. How long does a Vibe clutch usually last?
Thanks for the answers! LOVE MY CAR!