Will my car make a 1,400 mile trip

2008 DODGE MAGNUM
200,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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LILLYPEARL
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I’m leaving for a trip that’s 700 miles away and have to come another 700 miles back. my vehicle listed above (sxt model) has almost 200,000 miles on it. my question is, will it make it without any problems?
Dec 8, 2019 at 10:02 AM
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AL514
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Hello, you may want to first, change your oil, and check all other fluids. Then have the ECM scanned for codes just so you don't have any surprises along the way. Most part stores will scan the ECM for free, just make sure there's no stored codes.
Dec 8, 2019 at 10:29 AM
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STRAILER
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If I can jump in, here are two guides that will help you have a safe trip:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/basic-car-safety-inspection

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down these guides and report back.
Dec 8, 2019 at 11:08 AM
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LILLYPEARL
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So does the miles on my car effect it much? I went to the auto store and I need antifreeze in there but I have parents that tell me there a 1/2 chance of it making it and as a young adult I’ve never done something like this before. but I truly think I would make it because I’ve never had any problems with the car so far. but I just need another opinion of whether my car would make it. I also have had two other opinions from work that think my car would definitely make it. also if I broke down I don’t have the brains to know what to do next.
Dec 8, 2019 at 1:23 PM
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No problem, if you have a cell phone then you are safer than any other time in history. Nobody knows if they will make it or not I have seen a brand new car break down the first trip and I have seen a 25 year old car make it no problem. If you have checked all fluids like the in the guide and the car is making no funny noises you will probably be okay. Remember if you do break down you can call 911 and the police will come save you.
Dec 9, 2019 at 9:58 AM