[mrlmd1]

OK, now you've educated and convinced me. Thanks. One of these days I'll have to get mine done, I have ~4000 miles on my '99, don't know it was ever done as routine maintenance by the previous owner.
How much is needed in special tools, how much do they cost, where do you get them, vs. having the dealer do it?
I have average-above average mechanical abilities and can read and follow directions, but is it worth the investment in the tools, time, etc, if I may only do this once every year or two?