Replacing the AOS
 

So today I decided to tackle the AOS. A couple of notes since I had to stop half way thru for work:

The top bolt is a bear to get at.
I need to go pick up the spring clamp pliers from Sears.
I need to order a new J Tube

Now... how the heck do you get the side hose off?! My big mitts don't fit in there too well!

Thanks!
Mike

http://986forum.com/forums/diy-project-guides/50363-aos-replacement-tips.html

Excerpt: Getting the plastic connector off the middle of the AOS (towards passenger side) was a real pain, as I couldn't really get a good grip on it when accessing from the top or underneath. After struggling with this for a while myself, I had an assistant, working from the top, put pressure on and wiggle the hose towards the passenger side while I worked to compress the release tabs from under the car. Be very careful that you don't break this connector!! Replacing this hose is a serious pain.

Thanks for the quick reply Norm. I suppose it would help if I had an assistant with me today and if I didn't have BahJumbo Gorilla arms :(

Will wrap up removal/replacement tomorrow and do plugs, oil and filter while I'm at it.