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  1. RFM
    Grommet front middle radiator fixation.
  2. RFM
    Only H3 55W bulb is recommended, 100W is too hot for the unit ( melting ) and the control box will give you fault codes on the display as well.
  3. RFM
    97boxsterred I did a search concerning your problem, try this: remove the cover on top of the engine - on the left side in the intake manifold sits a roll ( cylinder ), the roll is not visible, the roll is attached to a vacuum control element at the left rear side of the manifold, you can see it with a mirror. Check for "play" - grab the roll connection with one hand to eleminate the "play" while someone else start the engine - check for difference in noise. Please rapport back.
  4. RFM
    Warranty = exchange = rebuild = same engine as the defective one. Only if you order ( and pay ) a new engine you got the choice.
  5. RFM
    It can be done as you describes if you have any experience, it is easier to remove the strut so that you have a overview to the parts etc. especially for DIY job IMHO. Start to loose the nut partial on top of the strut to have a idea what's coming, i'm pretty sure the nut is rusty and difficult to remove with the UK rainy conditions.
  6. RFM
    Take a look if the brake booster inside is free of water, when the drains are clogged up in the battery area rain and wash water will easily penetrate in the booster with a sticking brake pedal as result. Do a search, this problem is already discussed before.
  7. RFM
    The side flap is the cause of your problem, there is something wrong with the mecanism whitch is not as simple as that, let the dealer check what exactly is wrong.
  8. RFM
    Don't worry White, it only happens on 996 PSE.
  9. RFM
    Bosh and Siemens DME's refuse to rev the engine with the brake switch released.
  10. RFM
    I should check the ignition switch anyway.
  11. RFM
    There is a procedure to do with PIWIS after installing the struts, bleeding and filling the system and adjusting the ride height. Bleeding and filling can be done without PIWIS IMHO, but to adjust the height without the tester is not possible, it is in fact the same process as replacing the control unit. Replacing the struts can be done on a lift if possible.
  12. RFM
    Air suspension struts are constructed as a complete piece, i should say more, depending the mileage of the car it is recommended to replace the struts on the same axle. Factory extended warranty covers the struts over here. The cause is probably weak spots in the metal or damage in some cases, i have seen 14 month old struts with this damage. It is definitely not a common issue.
  13. RFM
    If you mean that the metal cover just below the air bellows is blowing in pieces, yes!
  14. RFM
    97boxsterred If your ( Porsche ? ) dealer is not able to diagnose the problem by lack of experience on this particular engine, try a Volkswagen dealer they known the engine better, it's a Volkswagen engine after all, it can safe you money, time and offence.
  15. RFM
    There is probably too much oil in the engine, the oil level should stay on the upper mark ( 4 segment ). You can drain approx. 1 quart, check the level, fill up till upper mark, all with cold engine and on a flat floor.
  16. RFM
    The car should not overrun 1000 RPM, check if the throttle cable tension is not too hard, he needs a little "play".
  17. RFM
    Try www.durametric.com. the boys here on this forum are mad about it. PIWIS is too expansive and will be replaced at the end of 2008 by a newer tool ( laptop ).
  18. RFM
    Yes, no problem. Better than elsewhere.
  19. RFM
    Time to buy a diagnostic tool ?
  20. RFM
    Remove all the bolds from the sub frame to the car bottom except the two most rear ones ( only release ), the sub frame will comes down on the front and you can use the room to remove the sway bar.
  21. RFM
    I wish you a lot of success in your new challenge, one comes and an other go's, i go in retirement at 01/01/2009 after a PAG carrier started in 1968. I shall miss it that's for sure already. Regards RFM
  22. RFM
    On 996 with manual transmission it's much easier to work with removed gear box to get access, faster and better overview.
  23. RFM
    Remove the right side trim ( carped and leather ), grab the connector and turn 90° to the left, pull out the connector, separate the connector.
  24. RFM
    Let the connectors stay in place on the coils, no need to remove to pull out the coils ( V6 ), much easier.
  25. RFM
    The white residue on the coil is oxidation, look for water infiltration and replace the coil.
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