Loren

Here is what the service manual shows for tools:

Their method requires removing the wheel hub to press out the bearing - so, their method would require removing the lower strut mounting.

The clutch on the 996 is hydraulic which means it operates just like the brakes on fluid displacement. So, the first thing I would suggest is having the clutch bled. If that does not fix it then there is a small amount of adjustment in the clutch push rod but I don't think as much as you describe. Also, there were some TSBs for some of the early cars (MY99-01) for pedal modification and new clutch springs so that could be part of it also. Have a dealer check your cars service history and see if any of the clutch TSBs have been performed.

There was a problem on earlier cars that might be occurring again. Difficulty filling the fuel tank can occur if the flexible fuel hoses in the fuel tank obstruct the inner flap of the fuel filler neck. On earlier cars this was caused by hoses that were not tie-wrapped down and they would work their way up and cause the pressure problem. Since your car is a 2004 your dealer should be able to inspect for this and correct it.

(1) The B&M Short Shifter install instructions cover removal and re-installing pretty well. You can download a PDF here.

The trim wings just snap off and you will need to transfer the metal clips from the old console to the new one. The lock, microswitch and console lid (with hinge) will also need to be transferred to the new console. The lock and switch are obvious, the lid will need to have the hinge pin pushed out and then the hinge and pin will have to be moved to the new console and installed pre-loaded (so the spring action works). Take a pic or study the old one before you transfer the hinge as some folks get confused. You will also need to unscrew the console tail piece and transfer it to your new console.

(2) The switches have tabs that you push to release. I suggest disconnecting the battery for that. The lighter is a little tougher (and tricky) and it covered in this thread.

(3) I think that they recommend disconnecting the battery because you have to remove the emergecy light switch (which always has power).

Fuel cooler was my guess but I wonder why it is on the return line?

Loren, Thanks for the education on the 3rd radiator.  I was wondering my temp runs in the range that it does with 3 radiators. 

my996, hey what do you have your tire pressures set at?  I have 17inch tires?  Just curious!

I am running 18" wheels and the pressure for them is different.

The factory recommends 36 front and 36 rear for 17" wheels.

I've found that different tires and driver "style" preferences make it very hard to post the best tire pressures. My advice is to try some small adjustments and see which suits your driving style and tires. I would not go below 32 PSI or above 40 PSI on 17" wheels.

18" wheels are a different story...

Brian Redman in Bruce Canepa's Porsche 908/3 Spyder about to pass a Lola T-70 in the world famous Laguna Seca corkscrew. Interesting that the 1971 908/3 had a 3.0 liter engine and the Lola's and Ferrari 512's in the race 5.8 liter and 5.0 liter engines. Redman finished first in the 1963-1974 FIA Prototypes & GT Cars Race.

P1128 and P1130 point to an intake leak or low fuel pressure (for both engine banks. P1125 points to fuel pressure to high or EVAP canister leaking. Very odd to have too high and too low together. The obvious things are: look for an air leak (loose or cracked hose), change your fuel filter if you have over 30K on it, inspect the EVAP canister.

Any changes like BMC or K&N filter? or aftermarket intake?

Right next to the cap, lift the handle and turn the wire clip so it stays up.

did you add the 3rd radiator yourself?

If you are asking mdillian3690, then likely not. Tiptronic cars come with a 3rd radiator that is plumbed to the transmission for cooling not the engine.

If you want to see how to install it click on the link at the top of the forum for Loren's DIY pages and choose 3rd Radiator Install.

In the future, it is really a great deal easier for us if you give model and year of your car.

Perhaps it is the fuel cooler (996 573 069 01) - item 1?

Tap into any Grey/Pink wire from relay socket position 23

I just got TSB 6/04 6690 Trailer Hitch Installation Instructions (Option 1D6). It should be posted here in the next day or two.

(Edit - the TSB is now online)

Sometime last year Porsche issued new TSBs that changed the recommended oils listing for all (90's and newer) cars. On that list they no longer recommend Mobil 1 15W-50 but do recommend 0W-40. The complete approved oils list is about 8 pages long to cover all worldwide requirements.

It's hard to say why they changed, but I do know MB also changed about the same time... and that MB had some serious problems with oil sludging.

Looks like about 1 mm above normal :lol:

Nothing to worry about

Dell - you may need a third radiator...

TSB 3/03 3408 Short Shift Kit Installation Instructions. As a contributing member it is available to you in the TSB section.

here

For P1128 Oxygen Sensing Adaptation Area 2 (Cylinders 1 . 3) - Rich Threshold and P1130 Oxygen Sensing Adaptation Area 2 (Cylinders 4 - 6) - Rich Threshold. These codes mean that the fuel/air mixture is too lean. Air leaks ahead of the oxygen sensors can lead to a fault in adaptation (and code triggering). Also, check exhaust system for leaks.

The most common cause is not MAF but an intake air system leak. In a few cases a bad MAF has triggered this but most bad MAF's cause an MAF code like P101, P102, or P103.

996 110 989 71 Left cooler

996 110 990 71 Right cooler

$510.66 each (as of Nov 2003)

The only other part you might need are the GT 2 brackets

996 504 353 91 Left Bracket

996 504 354 91 Right Bracket

$71.83 each (as of Nov 2003)

:welcome: and thank you for your donation!

The torque for the seat screws is 65 Nm (48 ftlb.). They should not need Loctite and should not need to be replaced unless they are damaged.

Most important in seat removal: Do not have the key in the ignition (better yet disconnect the battery). If the key is in the ignition when you disconnect the air bag wiring harness then you will get an air bag failure light. You can only turn the light off with a dealers PST2.

I was thinking of doing it with video (can make still shots as well with DV).

Please let me know if you find the article Tony.

Thanks all,

Dell

Wait... wait... a video... maybe ToolPants just found a good reason to go to Las Vegas ;) ;)

Have a look at my 3rd Radiator DIY. Link at the top of the page "DIY Section".

Hello,

How can a "import "a picture as a response into this forum. I have a 1999 C2 996 with side skirts only and would like to show you how that looks like.

Please let me know.

Thanks

HarryR

You can either attach a file using the Browse button at the bottom of the posting page. Regular members are limited to 120k size per post. Or use the IMG button to link to an image offsite (size is not limited).

I just got the July TSBs... about 3/4 inch stack of paper. I went through them quickly and I don't see one for Tiptronic control boxes yet. The parts list shows about 8 different part numbers :lol:

PM me your VIN and options and I'll see if I can find something that matches.

I purchased my Aero Kit side skirts from Perfromance Products recently, & they came with out any hardware or instructions.  I called them up and Today in the main they finally mailed me the screws, washers and clips.  Still no instructions.  The skirts are heavy black urethane rubber looking and have a thin double stick tape on them as well. 

Feeling slightly dissapointed, I called back PP they said that this heavy duty urethane rubber is the latest in body shop technology... (Supposedly paints easier, resists cracking and chips.)  they did state that it is a aftermarket product buy that they have had no complaints so far. 

Loren,

Can you email me the instructions on how to mount these?

Do I need any specuial glues?  cuz the tape looks cheap...  Will it even hold?  Will it look like crap if I don't use a glue as well?

You've got mail...

1. Whatever you feel comfortable with. For bleeding it is nice to go from caliper to caliper without stopping to remove a wheel.

2. No. Anti-seize is a high temperature grease that prevents bolts and nuts from rusting or corroding tight. Loctite is a thread sealer/locker (so they don't vibrate free). Almost opposite in purposes.