Looking for advice and help on 60k mile tune-up

SpeedAddictSTI · 06-11-2007, 07:05 AM

Hi, I have a 2004 Subaru STI. It is time for the 60k mile tune-up and I need a bit of help. I don't want to spend the extra cash to bring it to the dealer to have it done. So what I'm looking for is maybe some tips and links to changing sparkplugs, fuelfilter, coolent, brake rooters, etc.

I also would like some help on the clutch cable replacement tips, I bought a stainless cable to replace stock one, and I'm looking for help on that as well.

Any help is deeply appreciated and any step by step guides to help with them would be nice too.

***JPWEraser*** · 06-11-2007, 08:04 AM

Plugs are no short task, hate to tell you. The rest of what you have listed is fairly simple. Do some searches on here and nasioc and I am sure you will find ample information to do what you need.

SpeedAddictSTI · 06-12-2007, 05:44 AM

I do remember coming acrossed some of the info a while back. I just can't find it now> If someone could link me to it, I would appriecate it. I am aware that the spark plugs are no easy task, that is why I am asking for help and tips to do them.

BoostnSTI · 06-12-2007, 06:02 PM

heres the link for the plugs:

I installed my Denso Iridium (1 step colder) spark plugs today. DIY included!!

good luck

SpeedAddictSTI · 06-15-2007, 06:48 AM

I also have another question on some maintaince projects on my car. Last year I changed the break cables and break pads, but was unable to remove the rotors to have them machined down properly. I was wondering if there was a trick to removing them. I figure I have to replace them this year and redo the pads as well, so any help on removing the rotors would be appreciated.

I was also wondering if anyone has replaced the stock clutch cable to a better cable like a stainless steel line, and if so, if they have any pics on it or on the location of the cable.

wsirianni · 08-16-2007, 04:54 PM

its not that bad at all but theres alot of stuff in the way thats all try and do econoline van where you have to get to the plugs from the back of the engine underneath the car

good link though

06-11-2007, 07:05 AM	#1
SpeedAddictSTI Amateur STI Driver Car: Java Black 04 STI Fav Mod: K&N Typhoon Air system Location: Connecticut Posts: 9 Join Date: Jun 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Looking for advice and help on 60k mile tune-up Hi, I have a 2004 Subaru STI. It is time for the 60k mile tune-up and I need a bit of help. I don't want to spend the extra cash to bring it to the dealer to have it done. So what I'm looking for is maybe some tips and links to changing sparkplugs, fuelfilter, coolent, brake rooters, etc. I also would like some help on the clutch cable replacement tips, I bought a stainless cable to replace stock one, and I'm looking for help on that as well. Any help is deeply appreciated and any step by step guides to help with them would be nice too. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

06-11-2007, 08:04 AM	#2
*JPWEraser* Platinum Member Car: 05 STi Fav Mod: Do Luck CF Location: East TN Posts: 1,567 Join Date: May 2005 Trader Rating: (5)	Re: Looking for advice and help on 60k mile tune-up Plugs are no short task, hate to tell you. The rest of what you have listed is fairly simple. Do some searches on here and nasioc and I am sure you will find ample information to do what you need.

06-12-2007, 05:44 AM	#3
SpeedAddictSTI Amateur STI Driver Car: Java Black 04 STI Fav Mod: K&N Typhoon Air system Location: Connecticut Posts: 9 Join Date: Jun 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Looking for advice and help on 60k mile tune-up I do remember coming acrossed some of the info a while back. I just can't find it now> If someone could link me to it, I would appriecate it. I am aware that the spark plugs are no easy task, that is why I am asking for help and tips to do them.

06-12-2007, 06:02 PM	#4
BoostnSTI Silver Member Car: 04 Subaru WRX STi Location: Los Angeles Posts: 341 Join Date: Feb 2007 Trader Rating: (5)	Re: Looking for advice and help on 60k mile tune-up heres the link for the plugs: I installed my Denso Iridium (1 step colder) spark plugs today. DIY included!! good luck

06-15-2007, 06:48 AM	#5
SpeedAddictSTI Amateur STI Driver Car: Java Black 04 STI Fav Mod: K&N Typhoon Air system Location: Connecticut Posts: 9 Join Date: Jun 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Looking for advice and help on 60k mile tune-up I also have another question on some maintaince projects on my car. Last year I changed the break cables and break pads, but was unable to remove the rotors to have them machined down properly. I was wondering if there was a trick to removing them. I figure I have to replace them this year and redo the pads as well, so any help on removing the rotors would be appreciated. I was also wondering if anyone has replaced the stock clutch cable to a better cable like a stainless steel line, and if so, if they have any pics on it or on the location of the cable.

08-16-2007, 04:54 PM	#6
wsirianni Professional STI Driver Car: 05 WRX STI OBP Fav Mod: factory shift light!!! beep beep Location: Philly Posts: 484 Join Date: Aug 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: Looking for advice and help on 60k mile tune-up its not that bad at all but theres alot of stuff in the way thats all try and do econoline van where you have to get to the plugs from the back of the engine underneath the car good link though This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.