Pete (my 08 5MT SS) is rolling up on 100k miles. What should I be doing that I wouldn't do as part of a normal service?

It looks like I should change out spark plugs, which is easily enough done. Looks like I can get new OE Delcos from Advance Auto Parts.

Anything else I should really think about doing?

 

Fill up the tank and drive it some more??

 

Yes. For Pete's sake. (sorry, I had to...)

 

Grab your owner's manual and turn to section 6, page 6. Do everything listed for 100,000 miles, then also take a look at your serpentine drive belt, its probably due to.

Other than that, just drive it and enjoy it man!

 

So, basically, spark plugs Thanks for the citation.

 

Ach, just have a beer and celebrate

 

Oh, on a related note. Every time I've done spark plug changes I've tightened them to a "that's about right" specification. I really like Pete and don't want to damage him. Is there a spec for how many foot pounds of torque should be applied?

 

luckly Ive seen balts run with these motors near 250-300kish :) so 100k is nothing big!

 

That's great to know! I've honestly been a little concerned, as this is my favorite car ever, and I dunno what I will do to replace it if it dies.

...probably buy another one if it keeps lasting as well as it has so far... :)