My '98 F-150 has gone past the 100,000 mile mark and I figured it's time for the big tune-up. I know there are certain things to replace at or before 100,000 miles, but I'm uncertain what I should expect.

What's a typical 100K tune-up on the 5.4L consist of and what should I expect to pay? Also, if anyone knows of a good shop in the Reno, NV area I'd appreciate it.

Thanks, all.

 

Well, if you want to spend the money - expect about $450 -$550 for wires and plugs.

I did it myself for $120 and some change, split knuckles and a 12 pack... oh and approximately 8 hours of work (I am such a novice!)

 

I would check the following areas to see which ones have been serviced:

- Tranny fluid/filter
- plugs/wires
- coolant flush
- belt/hoses
- fuel filter
- brake pads/rotors
- air filter
- rear differential/transfer case oil



Also check your manual to see what else should be done, and then keep drivin her!!

 

All good stuff. You may also consider flushing the brake fluid. Lots of folks neglect this, and it really should be done every year or two.

I did this not too long ago in about 3 hours, but I spent the first hour just taking stuff off the engine. Once I got everything I could possibly get off, It really wasn't all THAT bad.

 

Wow, 3 hours!

Well, I think the first 4 hours was alot of thoughtful planning and "top end" removal. At first look it was a duanting task. I am sure it could be done in 3-4 hours now that I know what to do

I even removed heater hoses- what a mess but, at the time it seems like it was the right thing to do- but it isn't necessary.