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Old Mar 27, 2006 | 08:24 AM
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I've got just over 60K on my 02 MN6. I was thinking of doing some work to it (routine maintenance) when it warms a bit.

Oil Change
Fuel Filter Change (OEM still in car)
New Plugs/Wires/Ignition Coil

Would it be worth it?
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Old Mar 27, 2006 | 08:28 AM
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If youre happy doing that type of work it'll save mega $ at the Stealers.

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Old Mar 27, 2006 | 09:29 AM
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Oil / oil filter change, fuel filter change, plugs... sure.


Plug wires... not really.


Have fun.
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Old Mar 27, 2006 | 11:18 AM
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I would inspect the plug wires, mine were crumbling and cracking at just 30K.
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Its always worth it to do general preventative maintenance to your car. There is a plus side to this. You will have bonding time with your car. You might really want to rethink, or at least research, the coil thoughts. I always love working on my car. Its like therapy for me. When I get I ANd shicne and wrench. Then its

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Old Mar 27, 2006 | 03:45 PM
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I would inspect the plug wires, mine were crumbling and cracking at just 30K.
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Oil and filter change would be a good idea. As for the plugs, wires, etc - just check them over and see what they look like. If needed, you can replace them.
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your list seems pretty reasonable & doable. may want to check thru the o.m. for other 60k items to check/top off/et cetera. bub
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Originally Posted by TAGVETTE
I've got just over 60K on my 02 MN6. I was thinking of doing some work to it (routine maintenance) when it warms a bit.

Oil Change
Hopefully that's not the FIRST oil change.
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