PeterC4

Thorsten

I could stop the noise by pressing on the roof lining just behind the sunroof on the drivers side, in my case on the right side.

Glenn

Ticking in the roof. I've had this problem too. I could stop the noise by pressing on the roof lining to my right just behind the sunroof. Not wanting to figure out how to take the roof lining off, I tilted the roof up and sprayed some silicone in the offending area. I then figured if I could stop the ticking sound by pressing on the roof liner, why don't I just pull the roof trim towards me at the rear part of the sunroof and maybe pull the offending parts - apart ... just enough. Well it seems to have worked. I'ts been fine for a few days now.

I have a 2000 C4 and I use mine all the time. When it's raining or there is light snow on the window, it makes a clear view of the rear, particularly useful when you're backing up.

Like PTEC I say paranoia is taking over. Be careful if the warning light does not come on, but otherwise keep the car maintained properly and let things work the way they will.

I guess I am leaning toward ' waste of money ' too because I am pretty sure that there are none of the issues that you ( Triathlete ) mentioned. What I was wondering was how likely there are hidden things that might show up on a code reader that indicate some impending failure.

The other thing I was wondering was why you guys are suggesting an independant shop. Why I wouldn't trust the dealer while it is still under warranty? Don't they have every reason to dig up any issue? Am I naive? Thanks for the comments.

The dealer is good to visit for certain things....but $500 Cdn. for an oil change? Just did mine at my local guys who have a lot of Porsche visitors and they are great at the basic stuff. He even fixed the nail in my tire for free...oil change...$200 cdn.

I'm not exactly sure what part was defective, but I believe it was the rubber bushings that had worn. In any event, they replaced the whole arm. Its quiet now and a little smoother.

actually 2000s at the dealer around my area sells around 40-45k usd!

while 1999s and 2000s sell privately or at 'unauthorized' dealers for 30-40

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i am not sure that its worth 5 grand over...

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any comments?

In my case it surely was...if you look at Porsche certified car, and get a good idea of what has been replaced....you'll appreciate the value in it...but you'll have to compare.

I purchased a 2000 C4 almost 2 years ago now. It had 56k kms on it, (about 35K miles). Power seats, litronics, heated seats, rear wiper etc.

It was a Porsche certified used car and for my money it was well worth it. I bought it from one of Toronto's and actually one of North America's top dealers. When I bought it I received a full list of what had been replaced, which included brakes, clutch, battery, the RMS, windshield, a variety of other small things, not to mention the tires were in almost new condition. Since I bought it, a few things have been replaced under the two year extended warranty including two of the control arms, a tire and the coolant reservoir. I have replaced the two rear control arms, and changed the oil. That's it. I drive it about 1/2 of the year, and the car is very reliable and performs very well...no problems. If you can, consider a paying a little more for a good used Porsche from a reputable dealer and get the piece of mind. You'll find many experiences here, but mine have been all good.

Control arms for me, it did the trick.

Try silicone spray lubrication...it works and with a few repeated applications over time, it stops the noises.

I live in Toronto and I get this once in a while...it goes away.

Replacing Reverse Lights/Back-Up Lights Switch thanks to member dphil66 :clapping:

Loren,

My reverse lights work fine but my mirror does not swivel down. Looking at my manual, it says the dealer can activate this feature if I have memory seats, which I do. This goes for the automatic locking options when the car is moving. Can I do this, rather than take it to the dealer? If so, any idea how?

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=10...30165&q=porsche

Ouch. Interesting article though when you consider the overall marketing drive from Porsche. (See Also today's Wall Street Journal).

This review from the same guy whose reason for disliking a Boxster is that buying a Boxster is an admission that your life hasn't quite worked out as you hoped because you cannot afford a 911. Completely lacks credibility. Of course, that never stopped a journalist before.

I thought he hit the nail on the head from the perspective of how Porsche has positioned the Cayman in between the 911 and the Boxter. It was quite funny actually.

Glad you guys liked it, those who could view it. Google has some great video material on their site. Although this is a bit disturbing for us .... http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=83...2820&q=kill+911

The tag on the video says it may be from Australia, it's not. Just another motoring related quality product :lol: from the UK.

That was funny! Gosh those 911s are tough!

I think you need to guage the temperature your car will operate in. I live in Toronto, Canada and during the winter months I use 5W-30 in accordance with the details in my manual. I have a 2000 C4. The car runs fine with no difference in noise levels.

I have a 2000 C4 and I live in Toronto, Canada. Generally, I keep my car in my office underground during the winter but drive it about once a week when its clear. Since I do not have snow tires I will not drive it when it snows and if you do drive in winter, you really need snow tires. I find the car runs fine even in the coldest weather. I use 5W-30 oil in the cold weather. I have never had a problem.

This has happened to me a few times. If your floor mat or something else is preventing you from fully depressing the clutch, it won't start or even turn over. Could be that simple.

As to the loose front end....I've heard that lowered suspension helps.

It took me two force balancings and a replacement of an out of round tire to get it much better. Not exactly perfect, but very good. I'm not sure if after a certain age there is a little vibration caused by other things in the steering set-up.

Is this a manual transmission car? If so can you start in 2nd?

I was fortunate as the guy I use to remove dents did an excellent job on my rear quater panel. What looked like a branch ding, ended up bing a palm imprint. For those that need to know, you can access the inner wheel wells by simply removing a 1 1/2" plug in the wheel well and presto you can get to the body.

I've had this condition on both the front and back. The creaking was very noticable when it got very hot or cold. Control arms were replaced and that did the trick. And you need an alignment afterwards.

When I took delivery of my 2000 C4 it was also missing a manual. The dealer got me one from Porsche Canada, no charge. The dealer should provide the correct manual.

Sure, it will likely be easier to get at with the wheel off. Then just remove the plastic rivets and any screws. I would keep some extra rivets onhand as sometimes they break from age/weather, etc.

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Haven't done this yet, but in looking at it I'm wondering. Do you think I'll be able to access the sheet metal over the wheel well from underneath? Hmmm looks like it might not be accessable. I'm wondering if that is a plastic piece that goes right around the wheel well or not. There is some plastic there for sure. Do you know if you can access the wheel well from the inside of the car if I take the inside panel off?

Sure, it will likely be easier to get at with the wheel off. Then just remove the plastic rivets and any screws. I would keep some extra rivets onhand as sometimes they break from age/weather, etc.

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thanks

Loren, or anyone. I have a 2000 C4. I noticed there is a dark, maybe plastic, wheel liner under the rear wheel wells. Can I remove this? I have a ding in the top fender from a fallen branch and I am going to get paintless dent removal guys to fix it, but I'm unsure how to access the body under there.