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How do you take the vanity mirror out?

I have a 99 996 C4. Any instructions on how to flush and fill with new antifreeze? - Also, what type of fluid (brand, etc.) do you suggest? Thanks

Checked it out. The front diff is gear oil, not ATF.

Seems as if I can get a hold of the Shell recommended product. However, (and not to question Loren's recommendation) the Porsche dealer stated that the same Shell transaxle oil goes into the front diff too. The dealer tech seemed concerned when I said that I would be putting ATF into the front diff. Loren - are you sure on your info? - I value your opinion and do not want to put the wrong fluid in by mistake. Thanks.

Thanks Uwe. I do plan on using what Porsche recommends. Now I am just trying to find out where to get it. If only the Dealership has it, then I will get it from them. :)

I would stay with the Mobil PTX. 

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Any idea where I can get this Mobil PTX?? Thanks

Does the manual transmission and rear differential have seperate drain and fill holes or are they the same?

For street driving and occasional track use I would stay with the Mobil PTX.  You won't need 12 quarts you will only need slightly under 3 liters.

You will also want to change the gear oil in the front wheel drive on your car (4 liters of ATF). I will try to get a DIY online here in the next couple of days - it's not too hard.

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Ok Mobil PTX it is for the transmission. Will that cover it for the rear diff too? BTW, ATF for the front? - - Is that right?

I read the DIY to replace the manual transmission fluid. Loren, which fluid do you recommend? – Here is what I have seen so far…

http://www.autobarn.net/luc10047.html

and

http://store.avlube.com/mob1syngearo.html

Also, other than the motor oil for the crank case and the manual transmission oil, is there any other oil I need to replace?

Not sure what you mean by crevices. Do you have a pic you could post?

When I get home, I'll take a pic. What I am talking about is the dash board and the door panels. The finish is not smooth - It has little crevices all over the place, like little grooves.

Leather, leatherette or graphite grey plastic trim?

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Hi Loren, it is plastic with ridges in it. When I use a damp towel, debris gets caught in the crevices.

I have been trying to figure out how to clean the inside door panels and dash board of my 996. Considering the rough OEM finish I am not sure how to effectively do that. Any recommendations?

Wow - I might just not be getting it. I go to that site and do not see where I can order or from where. I understand that there is software involved but what cable? Sorry for the stupid questions but I am just not getting it for some reason. :help:

Never mind - I got it - Thanks for the help.

www.obd-2.com

Wow - I might just not be getting it. I go to that site and do not see where I can order or from where. I understand that there is software involved but what cable? Sorry for the stupid questions but I am just not getting it for some reason. :help:

This one is not a tool per se - it is software and a cable. You load the software into a laptop computer and then plug the cable into both the laptop and the OBD II port on the car.

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Where can I order the cable and the software?

The one I use with my laptop is reviewed here.

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Loren, I saw the review but did not see the tool itself. Do you have a model number and/or purchase place?

Need a OBO II analyzer tool so I can diaginois my Check engine light. Where can I purchase this tool and for how much? - Thanks

Is there a website or email contact for carwel aluminum pedals

Are they OEM for Ruf parts?

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Check this out

http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/showthr...0507#post280507

I have purchased the carwel aluminum pedal for 6 speed with the foot rest (same pedals as the Ruf but without the logo). Anyone know of the best and easiest way to install these? - This must have been discussed before. Thanks

there is a group buy to buy pedals located here... http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/showthr...&threadid=24370

check it out if interested in a discount.

I have a 99 996 C4 Cab. Have been looking forever for a nice set of tips. What do all think of these from Dansk? Anyone have these on their 996? - And, are these larger than the OEM size?

http://www.automotion.com/ProductPa...l+Pipes&type=20

what is the wheel offset of this wheel part number? - 996.362.142.03

I have a 99 996 C4 Cab – What is the correct offset for 18x8 and 18x10 New Design turbo wheels? Thanks is advance

I have a Samsung cell phone car charger that fits in all other cars (ie Toyota, Volvo, others too). It will not however fit properly in the 99 996. Is there an adaptor or some other fix I can do to make this work?

Eric, if the price is right - I'm in for a yellow set - powder coated.