Nothing special to report here. 5K miles, 7 months since last change, now at 173K miles. 3.5 quarts Castrol Edge High-Mileage 5W-30 and a new filter (90915-YZZN1) brings the level to just below the full mark on the dipstick---perfect! The Fumoto valve makes the job less messy. Don't know how much longer I'll be able to get down (and back up again!); I've been doing these oil changes since the car was almost new. Looks like the cabin heater/AC fan is dying. Taking car in to trusted mechanic next week. If he needs to cut dash, I have a plan to re-attach original piece instead of the unobtanium part. Maybe he won't have to cut; we'll see. Will report back next week. Otherwise, car runs like a champ. The wife scored a hit 23 years ago when she said, "We have to buy this car!"
