It can be such a hassle at first. However, once you have changed a part or fixed something yourself, you learn what tools you need and the best way to get into tight corners. With that experience, you get faster at fixing things. And, because you had to figure out what the problem was, it's easy to identify the next time it happens.
Even with newer cars, so many times it's just a loose connection or a bad sensor.
Absolutely true. The reason it went as quick as it did was because I was already familiar with the procedure. My girlfriend told her coworkers about the work I did on the van and she said they were astonished, saying that was major repair work and that I did a big thing. While sparkplugs and coil packs are essential to a running automobile, I don't feel like that was major work. I am almost certain that her coworkers aren't sure where power steering fluid goes. :-D
Thanks for your comment. :-)