I'm at 58K now on my 05 6MT. I was due for an oil change and had the dealership do it a few days ago. They told me about the 60K "package" they have that runs about 450 bucks. Are you serious? Here's what I already had done to it:

Rotors and pads replaced with aftermarket drilled and slotted with ceramic pads - 52K

Tranny fluid replaced around 49K, throw out bearing (I think) went out. Done under warranty.

Seafoam treatment and spark plugs replaced with Iridiums at 53K. What a difference!

What else should I have them check and am I on the right track? I this car is going to be a keeper and it's a daily driver as well.



Should I get my power steering, brake, and coolant fluids replaced and have them retorque my suspension (stock)?

 

Did they list out what you get for that much? I wouldn't do it. Sounds like you have your bases covered already.

 

I guess I would have to wait until I hit 60K and the MID light up to tell me exactly what to check. I looked at the owner's manual and got a bit worried about the timing belt, water pump, due to the area I'm at (very dusty, a few hills and drastic weather change.

 

Oh, they did have a list but a good portion of that list said "visually inspect."

 

I think your good to go. Timing belt/water pump at near 100K miles.

 

The only thing I would do is change the brake fluid at this point, if it wasn't done during any brake pad replacement in the last 12 mos.

Oh, and the Maintenance Minder/MID operates using a number of operational criteria, so it may not show anything at 60K, 62K, etc.

 

Yeah, I didn't change the brake fluid when I had the rotors and pads replaced. What about having the suspension retorked and power steering fluid replaced? I didn't know about the MID not showing anything at 60K though, I guess I have to play it by ear.

 

How about the air filter(s)? When was the last time they were changed?

 

I switched out the engine air filter with a K&N at 52K. The cabin air filter at 52K also. I check both of them every month and clean them if needed. Been trying to find a carbon cabin air filter but no luck.

 

Check www.rockauto.com for the cabin air filter. Part is ATP HA5.

 

I've already used that site and ordered it from them but got a regular filter instead. Would Ebay be a reliable site to check?