First Time DIY Service - 2004 "S" with 100k miles

[Jaxonalden]

1. On jacking the car, use the jacking points.

2. The plugs will be easy to get to with it up in the air, be careful with the wires and the coil packs. Inspect for oil leakage in the tubes and replace seals and/or tubes if necessary.

3. You might want to check and change the trans fluid since the car is in the air (manual?).

4. Inspect the clutch and look for any evidence of oil leakage from the Rear Main Seal (RMS).

5. Inspect the water pump while you're changing the belt. With 100K miles on the clock you may be due, and since you're in there anyway you'll be getting a coolant change. Follow the burping procedures!

6. Also check your idler pulleys with the belt off. If they're tight and spin free, good. Any sign of problems, get new ones and save the hassle of problems down the road...literally!:ah: