CAR SAT FOR 3 YEARS NOT SURE WHAT TO DO

Asked by CLUELESS101 Feb 18, 2020 at 09:54 AM about the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6 LT FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

MY CAR HAS SAT PARKED IN MY UNDERGROUND CONDO GARAGE FOR
OVER 3 YEARS. I KNOW IT NEEDS A NEW BATTERY IN ORDER TO START.
WHAT ELSE SHOULD I PROACTIVELY LOOK OUT FOR? IE: OIL, FUEL ETC
CONTAMINANTS?  I WANT TO GET THE CAR BACK ON THE ROAD AGAIN
DRIVING. WHAT DO I DO?

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GuruDPZWC answered 5 years ago

Check ALL fluid levels . Check for leaks under the car . Should you find a level low and a wet spot on the garage floor find out why. Check all 4 brakes after pushing the pedal several times to be sure you have no brake fluid leaks. Change spark plugs , air filter , gas filter . Check thermostat / electric fan function for proper operation . Check all rubber boots / hoses for cracks . That should get you started. After any needed repairs drive it for a good distance and repeat all of the above.

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