Recent content by Montesaurus

I think you are right exercised it abit seems fine now. Will make sure I do it often. Doing a trans drain as soon as it warms up enough to work outside thanks for tips on the right ATF^^ found this link on how to drain a monty would this be fine...

More problems showed up today... While driving I tried to switch from 2h into 4h we had snow on the roads and it was 5F anyways when I switched there was this loud rubbing noise pop noise after the Monty warmed up it had no problems is this a cold issue?? Also the engine light along with...

If you could post it I would be super greatful!

Good to hear. I'll poke around and see what I can find thanks!

T This is super helpful I appreciate it alot. Will look to get both replaced in the near future hopefully I won't have to spend a whole lot if I can find a refurb like you mentioned.. Do you suggest any other things I should focus on or look for maintenance wise kinda at a loss where to start...

Thanks for the info! it is good to know they are interchangable. After searching alot I couldn't nail down the exact symtoms of an imminent failure? failue is followed by abs lights and buzzer but before that generally are there warning signs? Recently my brake pedal has felt alittle different...

Currently in Northern Colorado. I appreciate the link!

Thanks for the suggestions and possibilities in regards to the thrown code it gives me a good starting place on hunting down the issue.

Fascinating article and perspective on real world experience and usage of these trucks

It does work! quite nicely even despite aging tires

pulled code was p0171. system too lean? No other codes showed

Thanks all! I appreciate all the info and insights so far. I will get those codes pulled asap and post them, also will avoid the flush an just do a drain. The original plan for this Monty was exploring and moutain driving here in Co but alas have only been able to use it as a DD so far which...

On the pre buy inspection the mechanic said the trans fluid was alittle dark tinge (not dark or burnt) so he suggested a flush as PM. Recently there has been a motor sound coming from the left dash on the driver side randomly when the brakes are applied can also generate the motor sound if the...

Thanks for the warm welcome!! Besides normal maintenance it is in need of transmission flush/new cv joint (eventually) and new tires but the biggest issue seems to be the dreaded hbb failure with the abs system.

Hey all glad to be part of the forum! I recently bought a 06 Montero Limited for $6000 it has 110k miles it is in good physical condition and runs well. There are alot of things to like about this truck but I have recently run into a few issues that need to be addressed. Before I start dumping...