2005, 2.4, 4 cylinder, 146,744 miles for $2,500. Had my mechanic look at it prior. The only things wrong were a hole in the exhaust and the AC wasn't cold. Both things he agreed to fix at no additional cost. It runs, drives and shifts VERY well. Feels like a brand new car. I drive 5,000 miles a month and I want to make this car last as long as possible. Other than frequent oil changes, what other things can I do to get another 100,000 miles out of it? Thanks in advance.
Frequent oil changes (at 5K a month, given that it must be highway driving, an oil change every six-to-seven weeks). Also, check to see how much oil the engine consumes every 1000-1500 miles, and top off between oil changes,
Other things to stay vigilant about: The rest of the fluids: Coolant (no leaks), transmission (no leaks), brake fluid (check hydroscopic percent with a cheap Amazon tester, four percent is contaminated), so that the brake fluid doesn't cause rust in the system, or the calipers. Routine inspection of engine and cabin air filters, check every 10-15K. Check the tires, how are they wearing?
If this engine has a timing belt, keep an eye on when to replace. If you have an "interference engine," a broken belt will lead to instant destruction of the engine.
Keep an eye on the water pump, as well.
Scotty also mentions, frequently, the manual adjustment of valves (unlike those of Toyota). Failure to adjust for correct tolerances on the valve clearances will eventually destroy the engine.
Because it's so cheap, I'd recommend replacing the original PCV Value, with another OEM valve, if it's the original.
And use of AT-205 or silicone to lubricate the chassis, from time-to-time.
Congratulations and good luck.
Honda's will last forever If you maintain them correctly and do not drive them roughly.
A few other small preventive measures:
If the gas cap is the original, replace it with an OEM. A bad gas cap causes EVAP issues.
If the radiator cap is original, replace it with an OEM. These go bad, and cause problems with the cooling system.
Keep an eye on the battery and the alternator, particularly if the alternator is OEM. (Don't replace the alternator as preventive maintenance. The OEM part is probably the best part you'll ever get for an alternator).
It might worthwhile to invest in a cheap battery/alternator tester, like the ArtiBattery 101.
All of this is cheap, quick and easy to do. I've done them, on and for my old Camry.