So story is we purchased a used 2014 gmc terrain SLE with the 2.4. We purchased via my mechanic who had worked on it quite a bit and had at least 10 years worth of records on it.
We got a good deal on it in cash. However the car does have about 248,000 miles. It did however have a new motor at some point. Very clean car. Runs well. Has an engine light on I think for an o2 sensor, the mechanic gave us a 30 day guarantee on it since it was sold through him so he’s going to check that, oil was changed before we got it.
From what they told us the previous owner was very meticulous about maintenance and it shows in my opinion.
I’ll admit I’m no mechanic, so I’m not one to do my own pill changes etc. I’ve seen a lot about cleaning out the orfice near the intake etc. But I’m comfortable doing that job.
A couple of questions though. The vehicle doesn’t seem to be using oil. At least when I’ve been checking it, it stays at the full mark from what I can tell. We’ve been driving it a decent amount (it is basically a second car), but one of the places nearby offers an oil change with valvoline restore and protect. Is it worth running that for 3-4 changes with 4000 or so mile intervals then switch the car to high mileage oil? Or any concerns?
Also I wonder if I should consider having a fuel induction service done where they hook up cleaner via the brake booster line. One video I watched claims it was beneficial for GDI engines. Any thoughts on if that would be a decent idea or not?
Thanks! I will say so far I’m happy with the terrain. Got some new tires on it already and it cleans up very nice. A few surface scratches but no dents etc. You can tell someone definitely cared for the vehicle.
We got a good deal on it in cash. However the car does have about 248,000 miles. It did however have a new motor at some point. Very clean car. Runs well. Has an engine light on I think for an o2 sensor, the mechanic gave us a 30 day guarantee on it since it was sold through him so he’s going to check that, oil was changed before we got it.
From what they told us the previous owner was very meticulous about maintenance and it shows in my opinion.
I’ll admit I’m no mechanic, so I’m not one to do my own pill changes etc. I’ve seen a lot about cleaning out the orfice near the intake etc. But I’m comfortable doing that job.
A couple of questions though. The vehicle doesn’t seem to be using oil. At least when I’ve been checking it, it stays at the full mark from what I can tell. We’ve been driving it a decent amount (it is basically a second car), but one of the places nearby offers an oil change with valvoline restore and protect. Is it worth running that for 3-4 changes with 4000 or so mile intervals then switch the car to high mileage oil? Or any concerns?
Also I wonder if I should consider having a fuel induction service done where they hook up cleaner via the brake booster line. One video I watched claims it was beneficial for GDI engines. Any thoughts on if that would be a decent idea or not?
Thanks! I will say so far I’m happy with the terrain. Got some new tires on it already and it cleans up very nice. A few surface scratches but no dents etc. You can tell someone definitely cared for the vehicle.
