I am leaving out of town tommarow and was wondering what I should do about my MCS. Is it safe to just leave my MCS alone for the next 4 months. What should I do with my MCS when I get back. Also I've just change the oil at the 5000 mark and I am at 5800 now. Should I change the oil again when I get back. I dont want to hurt my car by leaving it alone for such a long time. Please Help. Thanks

 

I have heard of other people that had their cars sitting for long periods putting their car up on jack stands (to prevent flat spotting the tires).

 

I dont have any jack stands or anything type of tools. what else could I do with my MCS to make sure nothing happens. also what should I do when I get back home

 

lend it to a friend to drive around?

 

Jack stands are usually less than $20.00 (pair) at any auto parts store - I think for 4-months you are ok with just leaving it in a garage with maybe a car cover over it. I'd disconnect the battery and make sure the anti-freeze is topped off if you live somewhere that it might freeze while you are gone.

 

It's not a miata, and it's not winter, but you should be able to wean this list: http://www.miata.net/faq/faq3.html#Y to a reasonable size.

Of course I'd be happy to take good care of it in your absence.

 

No problem. Get a full tank of gas, pump up the tires to 40psi.
If the car is garaged and secure, unplug the battery.

That's about all you need to do. :smile:
When you get back, check tire pressure (lower it as needed),
plug the battery back on, and just drive.