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  1. JFP in PA
    Try 5438
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    Try 4856
  3. JFP in PA
    Fuel The fuel gauge will not read accurately, can also impact fuel usage calculations in the OBC system for that reason.
  4. JFP in PA
    Loren would you please describe what means FUEL TANK RE CALIBRATION?Thank you You will need a PIWIS tester to calibrate it.1. Disconnect the battery and cover terminal or battery.2. Remove cap over the fuel level sensor system.3. Remove fuel level sensor. (attached to the fuel pump inside the tank).4. Using a fuel extractor, completely drain the fuel tank through the fuel level sensor opening.5. Make sure that the two recesses on the left and right−hand sides of the tank are emptied completely.6. Reinstall the fuel level sensor and, with "ignition off", fill the tank with 28 liters of fuel.7. Perform tank calibration with the Porsche System PIWIS Tester:· Select vehicle type (997TT)· Select control modules· Select instrument cluster· Select menu item "Tank calibration"· Confirm calibration8. The fuel level sensor system has now been calibrated.Be very careful when doing anything with the fuel system as there is danger of fire or explosion.
  5. JFP in PA
    The Durametric system is the diagnostic backbone of my shop, and in use just about constantly. It is a very worthwhile investment, and one that also holds its resale value for those that leave the Porsche fold for whatever reasons. A lot of diagnostic tool companies spend a lot more on their marketing than they do on their products, Durametric goes the other way about and says little, but let’s their products and customers speak volumes for them. And, just in passing, we have had several customers try a multiple software systems on their Android or iPhones, with mediocre or inconsistent results at best when compared to even generic OBD II purpose built scanners. The phone may be “smart”, but sometimes just not smart enough……………
  6. JFP in PA
    We get people coming into the shop all the time with "the next great Porsche diagnostic tool that will do everything for half the price of the Durametric system"; only problem is they usually end up only being able to half what the Durametric system does, or less. As Loren noted, the Durametric is hard to beat on either performance or price.
  7. JFP in PA
    I would favor having someone like Gbox that specializes in these transmissions go through it, updating anything needed. Would also be a good time to consider a type of limited slip diff, and redo the IMS & RMS while the gear box is out if it has not been done already
  8. JFP in PA
    As I mentioned is postings # 2 & 4 above, it is my understanding that the system has to be active and connected to the PIWIS to set the correct fluid levels for the clutch, while the gearbox is a simpler overflow system like a manual gearbox. At this time, I am not aware of an aftermarket alternative to the PIWIS, such as Durametric, being able to do this step. So the indy would need to have a PIWIS. With enough of these systems on the street, I am sure someone will develop a "work around" to get it done, or that the aftermarket will develop diagnostic tools to help, but right now I know of none that will do the job.
  9. JFP in PA
    Many dealers do not even activate the ABS/PSM pumps during a standard flush unless there is a lot of air in the system or they are replacing major system components, so you should not need to either. You will need a bit over one liter of fluid.
  10. JFP in PA
    You need to be careful about two things: First, the Tip does not like the wrong type of fluid. Specs say that the car should use OEM 999-917-545-00, Esso LT 71141, or Pentosin ATF-1. Secondly, the lack of communication between the Durametric and the Tip controller is a concern. If the Tip’s controller is out, that needs to be addressed as you need to communicate with it to correctly service the Tip.
  11. JFP in PA
    Try 7139
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    Try 4890
  13. JFP in PA
    You sometimes have to wonder if they could possibly make it any more complicated............................. :eek:
  14. JFP in PA
    Very few aftermarket exhaust systems actually add anything but noise, some to the point of distraction. Some even reduce the engine's power output, so don't put a lot of weight on performance improvement claims. Quality, fit, and installation complexity are all over the map. Do some "due diligence" before buying, talk to actual owners, and if possible actually get to hear what you are buying on a car like your own before spending a lot of money on something you may not like long term.
  15. JFP in PA
    Strange electrical issues (things not working when they should, or working when they shouldn't) are often related to a failing ignition switch. The switch is a cheap and easily replaced item.
  16. JFP in PA
    Not overly complicated; remove the plastic underbody shields, support the transmission and remove the trans mount support bolts. Remove the trans support metal brace. At this point you should be able to see the driveshaft flex disc, remove the bolts in the disc and pull the driveshaft out while putting something under the front diff to catch any oil that may drip. This procedure, by-the-by, is fully covered in the Bentley 996 service manual with photos and complete diagrams of the components.
  17. JFP in PA
    Glad to be of help...................
  18. JFP in PA
    Get rid of the gear oil and refill with the OEM product; it is a unique full synthetic gear lube produced for only for Porsche. We get cars in regularly with gearbox noise issues that are traced back to using the wrong lube.
  19. JFP in PA
    Today's tool-tip: Spend about $9 and get yourself a hose removal tool (this one is by OTC and sold by Amazon): Slide it into the hose end, and a quick slide around the fitting circumference, the hose is loose and undamaged. Works on any rubber hose held on by a clamp.
  20. JFP in PA
    We use the Durametric system every day in the shop, and find it works very well on a broad cross section of Porsche models and years. A lot of other shops also use it. I have also found that the folks at Durametric are both quick and helpful in sorting out any problems with the install of the system or any bugs or quirks that pop up from time to time, most of which are fairly simple to resolve. No, it will not do everything that a PIWIS does (yet), but is by far the best alternative I have seen to date to a nearly $20K annual lease for the OEM system.
  21. JFP in PA
    Ummmm............you are aware that a P0420 code is indicative of a problem with the three way catalytic converter, and not the pre-cat on the OEM header?
  22. JFP in PA
    That is going to significantly impact the car's braking at a minimum and could casue other problems (ABS, PSM, line pressure, pressure balance, etc.); why do you want to do this?
  23. JFP in PA
    Kind of the wrong end of the motor for that, plus on some 996 models changing the water pump requires getting some things out of the way that could be problematic with no trans holding the other end up. I'd leave the pump for another time.
  24. JFP in PA
    The AOS is much easier with the car apart, only takes a couple min. to do.
  25. JFP in PA
    Only one problem with that statement, Ross-Tech's VCDS cannot activate or even access many fucntions on a Porsche that the Durametric system can; in fact, from Ross-Tech's own website: Porsche: Although Porsche SE and Volkswagen AG have takensteps to merge, Porsche still does diagnostics quite differently than VW so VCDSdoes not do OEM diagnostics on most Porsche systems. However, we've heard goodthings about Durametric's Diagnostic Tool for Porsche.
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