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Red light on, car has 164000 miles what maintenance is required

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Not knowing what you have done and when below are the normal intervals for Checks and Replacements:
If you have not done something in a while, or can't remember when it was done: go ahead and do it now to keep your vehicle on schedule.

Every 250 miles: (Every Week)
Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Level.
Check Battery Electrolyte Level, Post and Cable Connections
Check Brake Fluid Level.
Check Engine Oil Level.
Check Engine Coolant Level + Reservoir
Check Horn Function.
Check Operation(s) of ALL Lights.
Check Power Steering Fluid Level
Check Tires and Air Pressure Levels (Don't Forget the Spare)
Check Windshied Fluid Level
Every 3,000 miles: (Every 3 to 4 Months)
Change Oil and Filter.
Every 7,500 miles: (Every 6-months)
Rotate the Tires.
Check and Clean Battery
Check Cooling Hoses & Connections for Leaks & Damage,
Check the Exhaust System.
Check the Condition of All Vacuum Hoses & Connections.
Check Wiper Blades. Replace if needed.
Check for "play" in Steering Linkages and Balljoints.
Every 9,000 miles: (Every 9-months)
Check the Brakes: Pads, Rotors, Calipers and Hoses.
Lubricate the Tie Rod Ends and Ball Joints.
Check the Drive Axles, CV Joint Boots: Inner and Outer.
Check Suspension: Coils, Struts and Shocks.
Every 15,000 miles: (Every Year)
Replace Air Filter
Change Automatic Fluid and Filter.
Check Fuel System Hoses & Lines and Connections.
Check Drivebelts/Surpentine Belts.
Every 30,000 miles: (Every 2-Years)
Drain and Replace the Engine Coolant Fluid
Flush Coolant System.
Check and Replace PVC Valve.
Replace Spark Plugs.
Replace Ignition Wires.
Check Distributor/Electronic Ignition Coil.
Check Operation of ALL Seatbelts.
Check EVAP Emission System Hoses and Connections
Every 60,000 miles:
Replace Fuel Filter.

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