Well I'm home for the holidays and about to roll over to 50,000 miles on my 05 xb. I was thinking if there are any particular things that you recommend maintance wise for the car with 50k? I'm think that I should probably get the a new fuel filter, and the coolant change? Obviously I change the oil every 4000k its mobil 1 synthetic, but is there anything else I should look into?? Thank you.

 

Don't do the coolent - it is supposed to be special Toyota LifeTime stuff and does not need changing but check the level in the overflow bottle. Power steering fluid change would be a good idea if it is very dark. Have you checked the suspension nuts and bolts? Sway bar bushing and shock mounts?

 

Check that cabin air filter! Mine gets bad in 5K miles so I change it with every oil/filter service.

 

Thanks for the replies guys, I checked the suspension bolts, when I put my sway bar on I checked all the suspension nuts and bolts. I have never changed the power steering fluid so I will probably do that. Anything else??

 

Check your spark plugs, brakes pads and fluid level, CV joint boots for rips and leaks, belts, battery cable connections and blue eye, maybe check or change the tranny gear oil if you haven't already. Spare tire for 60psi air pressure and under carriage for rust and bare metal spots including any exposed brake and fuel lines for corrosion. Exhaust pipes and Cat for rust and holes. Lubricate door hinges and locks. Tire wear for alignment issues.

 

You might also want to check too see if your AC needs to be recharged

 

Check the recommened maintenance guide... it tells you what to do and when.

 

+1 to the maintenance guide!

 

does anyone know if there is a place online that I can find the maintance guide? I can't find mine. Thanks.

 

I *believe* its available on the Scion website.

I know its available on the web...Google "scion maintenance" and they will pop up from dealerships.

Its easy! Really!

 

^^^

 

http://www.oakbrookscion.com/Service-Pricing.aspx

Here is a good list with optional stuff at the various mileage intervals and pricing to do the work.