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i am doing my 100k service on the zb(2018 rs v6) so i will share some things to look for if you do your own maintenance
i would suggest that you purchase all of the parts you are replacing before you start because with the zb there is no going to the auto store the next day etc with many of the parts required.
i didnt mind in this instance because my zb is off the road until the recall for the software for the brakes is completed so i am doing most of the major service items now.
the oil filters are stocked but air/cabin filters are special order and brake pads are scarce and will probably need to be ordered.
for instance the spark plugs i am changing atm there are no aftermarket options so you will need to order them from acdelco or ebay PN# 12646780
you will also need a 9/16(14mm) socket for the plugs, many consumer kits only have 5/8(16mm) and 13/16(21mm).
crap you have to pull off to get at the rear 3 plugs.
check your ac hoses for this type of buildup, if you wipe it and it has a green color then it is the ac leaking which mine is from this hose.
check the plastic hoses as i have located cracking in one of mine, its not a major problem as it is just on the emissions control.
something else i noticed was the bottom cover all busted up from my wife parking over kerbs.
if you want to know where the cabin filter is in the zb it is behind the glovebox and has clips on the side to open the door to access it.
i pulled mine out and it looks like it was never cleaned/replaced by anyone before i purchased the vehicle, i am pretty sure what ever is in it is biohazard material lol
so far everything else looks good, no leaks or odd noises in the drive line components but if i find other issues i will update this post.
aside from the problem getting parts for these vehicles mine has been reliable and has not had any major issues "so far".
i would suggest that you purchase all of the parts you are replacing before you start because with the zb there is no going to the auto store the next day etc with many of the parts required.
i didnt mind in this instance because my zb is off the road until the recall for the software for the brakes is completed so i am doing most of the major service items now.
the oil filters are stocked but air/cabin filters are special order and brake pads are scarce and will probably need to be ordered.
for instance the spark plugs i am changing atm there are no aftermarket options so you will need to order them from acdelco or ebay PN# 12646780
you will also need a 9/16(14mm) socket for the plugs, many consumer kits only have 5/8(16mm) and 13/16(21mm).
crap you have to pull off to get at the rear 3 plugs.
check your ac hoses for this type of buildup, if you wipe it and it has a green color then it is the ac leaking which mine is from this hose.
check the plastic hoses as i have located cracking in one of mine, its not a major problem as it is just on the emissions control.
something else i noticed was the bottom cover all busted up from my wife parking over kerbs.
if you want to know where the cabin filter is in the zb it is behind the glovebox and has clips on the side to open the door to access it.
i pulled mine out and it looks like it was never cleaned/replaced by anyone before i purchased the vehicle, i am pretty sure what ever is in it is biohazard material lol
so far everything else looks good, no leaks or odd noises in the drive line components but if i find other issues i will update this post.
aside from the problem getting parts for these vehicles mine has been reliable and has not had any major issues "so far".
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