Loren

i guess my question is should the secondary air pump even go on at all after it has been driven a while and cold. i notice/hear it go on at a stop after i get off the freeway. i thought it would only go on during a cold start up.

Since you say it comes on at idle when you start it up I would look for a loose or worn wires and supply air/vacuum lines. If you are getting an error code then it means that it can not adjust the air injection mixture. This is usually a leaking line or faulty changeover valve. The valves are operated by solenoids so it could also be wiring or a solenoid that is failing when it is hot.

Which Aerokit is it? The Aerokit II comes with a replacement (short) wiring harness. In the older kit they tell you to remove the the light bulb from the instrument cluster.

Can the 01-present side skirts fit on a 99-01?  Is the harware and skirts interchangable without modification?

The parts list says MY01 and newer but I do not know why they would not fit.

Loren, what about a '02? Same color?

Yes, same Grey/Pink wire on a MY02.

I have a 2000 996 CAB and am curious if I can fit JUST the front GT3 spoiler and side skirts but NO rear spoiler.  I am not very fond of that tiny spoiler <_<

Yes. I don't see why not. You still have a rear spoiler it just raises at speed.

We are talking pre MY02 cars (and kits) here... right?

1. Yes and no. The Carrera Rear spoiler kit is approved with either the standard bumper or the Aerokit Cup front bumper.

2. Yes. The Aerokit Cup front bumper replaces the entire front bumper and it has a small lip spoiler at the bottom. Here is the Aerokit Cup front bumper with lower spoiler on my car. (p.s. the third radiator is an option - lol)

A big Thanks to Tool Pants.  :clapping:  Sorry if I didn't find it. I'll look some more. You can delete this if it's out of place.  :)

Can you give a poor soul a point in the right direction. I couldn't find anything on how to pull the instrument cluster out.  :(

1. Use the Search button at the top right of each page.

2. In the Search box enter: Instrument Cluster

3. Choose All Forums in the drop down list.

4. Click on "Perform the Search" button.

Lots of info here... :D

I would check the two cable connections in the deck lid and the passenger side chassis. If you follow the cable near the deck lid fan it goes to a connector. Plug and unplug the connector looking for corrosion or bent pins etc. Then follow the cable to the chassis near the passenger side tail light. There is another connector there - do the same check. If the cables are good (no cuts or breaks) then the only thing left is the spoiler motor itself.

I've had SO-3's on my car for two years and am happy them.

Actually the Boxster is not on the list:

Make / Models :              Model/Build Years:   

  PORSCHE / 911 CARRERA    2003

  PORSCHE / 911 CARRERA 4 CABRIOLET    2003

  PORSCHE / 911 CARRERA 4S    2003

  PORSCHE / 911 CARRERA CABRIOLET    2003

  PORSCHE / 911 GT2    2003

  PORSCHE / 911 TARGA    2003

  PORSCHE / 911 TURBO    2003

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V070000  Recall Date : FEB 16, 2004

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1805

Summary:

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FITTED WITH FRONT SEAT BACKS, WHICH DO NOT MEET PORSCHE'S STRENGTH STANDARDS.

Consequence:

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEATS COULD TWIST, TILTING ON ONE SIDE TO THE REAR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT.

Remedy:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH THE FRONT SEATS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.

Notes:

CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

MY99 C2 or C4?

MY99 C2 is throttle cable so there is no software to upgrade. MY99 C4 is e-gas and there may be an update that will work.

The Transmission oil change instructions come from the Porsche Service Manual so perhaps some of the early cars had these covers.

Sounds like everything is there...

Underbody Covers (current cars)

Found an image for ya...

From the Mobil 1 website:

You can start using Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ in new vehicles at any time, even in brand-new vehicles. In fact, Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ is original equipment (it is installed at the factory) in:

    * Chevrolet Corvette

    * All Porsche vehicles

    * Mercedes-Benz AMG vehicles

    * Dodge Viper

    * Ford Mustang Cobra R

    * All Aston Martin cars

One of the myths that persists about Mobil 1 is that new engines require a break-in period with conventional oil. Current engine manufacturing technology does not require this break-in period. As indicated by the decisions of the engineers who design these high-performance cars, Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ can be used in an engine from the day you drive the car off the showroom floor.

Oh my, my... perhaps you should look for a new dealer. The current PSE fits ALL model 996's regardless of year or engine type. It even says that in the Tequipment catalog and the Porsche Parts List.

I'll send you an email...

Sorry I was not clear.

The drain tube (usually a rubber hose) should be right under the firewall or just a little further back towards the center of the car.

Yeah, I meant passenger side of the battery.

You've got mail...

Two things to try...

1. Find the A/C condensation drain tube under the car and pass a stiff wire through it to make sure it is not plugged. Also, have a look at the drain just the left of the battery (in the front trunk) and make sure it is not blocked either.

2. To get rid of the current odor... get the car fully warmed up (or hot even) then open all the windows and turn the heater up all the way (blower as low as it will go). This heat will kill the stuff growing in there. I tried this on my wife's Jeep when the A/C condensation drain on it plugged and it worked pretty well.

If you live in a humid area then try shutting the A/C off a mile so from home so the condensation has a chance to evaporate before the car sits in the garage all night.

Good Luck! :beer:

Yes. 996 511 011 02 has been the same front hood on Boxster and Carrera from the first production through today.

Yes. The rear has drop links also.

Unlike the GT3 they are not adjustable.

996 512 988 00 Spoiler

It is held in place with double stick tape so you only get one try to get it right.

My Nov 2003 price list says (are you sitting down?) - $364.86 (retail).

Is there any software available to emulate a PST2 on my laptop?

No not really. The industry wide OBD II codes are supported by many generic scan tools... but the Porsche proprietary specialized codes and programming interface in the PST2 can only had in that device.

BTW... a PST2 can be purchased by independent shops for about $8000 plus a yearly subscription to software updates for another $2500/year.

Also, Gert wrote a message a few weeks ago about Porsche switching over to a new device. Gert's message

Excellent.  What's the connection from the laptop to the car?  I'll check it out.

Thanks.

:clapping:

The price includes the connecting cable.

This is what I use on my laptop. Nothing fancy - nothing expensive. $122

Car Code OBD-II

Is this the standard cap?

If so try 996 361 505 11 9A1.