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  1. Captain
    The parts go inside the bay of the soft top as the top is being lowered. There is a left & right side. The previous owner pulled them out as they are broken but never replaced them. I need to know what funtion they perform as they also have a spring. Also, how to install them. PART# 996.561.061.02 996.561.062.02 Thanks, Harry
  2. Captain
    Just noticed a whining pump sound coming from the front wheel wells on my 1999 996 cab. At idle, the sound is audible on both sides. Never heard this sound before.............or just haven't noticed this sound. Most recent repair was the water pump, and yesterday a new battery. It's NOT the cooling fans in the front, but it sounds like a pump. Maybe the fuel pump??? Again, never noticed this before. Also, peeking under the front spoiler, I also noticed a sort of brass cylinder type part with wires. It was hot to the touch. What is this part located just bellow the front radiators. It's closed off on one side, but has wires coming out of the other side. Thanks again!
  3. Captain
    After a recent water pump replacement on my 1999 996, I filled the resovoir with 50/50 antifreeze as per instructions. The plastic high pressure releif valve keeps lifting indicating very high pressure in the tank. I believe that I may still have air in the system and that's why the valve extends upward after driving the car a few miles. This valve never lifted prior to the water pump R & R. Also, temperature at a red light creeps up to the middle of the zero at the "180" mark with A/C on. What is the normal operating temperature? Also, what is the correct procedure to purge the air out of the cooling system? Thanks, Harry
  4. Captain
    I just replaced my water pump on my 1999 996. I was wondering if I should have replaced the thermostat as well? I'm a bit concerned that I did not. Thanks, Harry
  5. Captain
    THANKS LOREN!!!
  6. Captain
    Looking for the DIY alternator R & R instructions for a 1999 996 3.4 6 speed. Thanks,
  7. Captain
    I recently replaced the starter and then I had a CEL. After taking the vehicle to a local European car mechanic, he located the vaccuum leak with a smoke machine and told me that I broke the power brake booster fitting while installing the starter and so the reason for the CEL. OK, he replaced that fitting a week ago. So now I'm getting the CEL again and I took the car back this morning to check the error code. Now this mechanic is saying that the CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY should be updated to the newer style. This "KIT" consist of a SHUT OFF VALVE, HOSE, AIR TUBE, and DISTRIBUTOR HOUSING. Total cost $ 900.00 Is this true that the older 996's should be retrofitted with this new style emission configuration? My plan is to order a Durametric and really check the codes for myself. Does anyone have the actual part numbers that I need for the parts described? How much of a big deal is this job going to be? Does it sound right? Is it common? Thanks, 1999 3.4 cab 996
  8. Captain
    That is how it is supposed to operate. If you arm it and leave it for a period of time, you must use the key to open the car. After normal use, this is reset and will work as normal. No issues...Just how it was designed to work. Good luck. DC OK!!! THANKS!!!
  9. Captain
    After the car was sitting in my garage for 1 week without driving, I decided to go for a drive when the factory alarm would not dis-arm itself after pressing the key button. It would not dis-arm and open the doors. I then manually open the driver's door with the key into the keyhole. I fired her up with no problem. Then, I tried arming and disarming the alarm with the key button with NO PROBLEM. What happened? Is it because I had not activated the alarm for a while that the factory alarm would not engage? No, it's not the key battery because it's brand new. Thanks, 1999 cab 996
  10. Captain
    GREAT! But I need the location of the oil switch. Thanks!
  11. Captain
    Hey Guys! I may have a small leak at the oil pressure switch. Looking for the DIY instructions. Has anyone done this job before? How difficult is it? Thanks, 1999 996 cab 3.4
  12. Captain
    Where do I look for any damage to the oil filler tube? Would this cause a CEL? Thanks
  13. Captain
    OK. Thanks! What about the other items of concern?
  14. Captain
    Hey Guys, I was wondering if after installing the starter, I now have an air leak causing the CEL. How do you deterimine the proper angle of the throttle body when bolting it back to the intake base. Also, I had a bit of a time centering the intake prior to bolting back the throttle body. One more thing, when I fire her up for the first time, the engine turns right over but revs up to about 2000 rpm's on a cold engine without ever applying any gas pedal. Is this normal to have it rev that high on the initial start? Engine at idle has a very small miss it seems because the rpm needle fluctuates very little. I may have to spring for the Durametric and go from there. Thanks,
  15. Captain
    Thanks Ivangene! Wow that's way back up in there. Would the code reader determine a AOS fault if there is a CEL?
  16. Captain
    Hey Guys, The previous owner had mentioned he replaced the "OIL SEPARATOR" that had been causing a CEL. What is it and where is it located? What is it's function? Thanks, Harry 1999 996 C2 cab 6 speed
  17. Captain
    Thanks!.............I did go back to the stock filter set up. I hope the CEL goes away. When you say cycles, what does that mean exactly? Does this take a long while to happen?
  18. Captain
    Is it a hose or a plug in connector? Thanks
  19. Captain
    Loren, I'm considering a fault code reader just to have on hand. Which do you recommend? Thanks, Harry
  20. Captain
    Thanks Loren! I just disconnected the battery for about 15 seconds, and the CEL is still on. Is there a specific time frame that battery should be disconnected for the CEL to go out? Also, did not have to reset radio which I found surprising. Light is still on. I just replaced the starter, so now I'm thinking I may have bumped off a vaccuum line. I'm getting a small eratic idle. Smooths out a bit bit with the Air Cond though. I also cleaned the throttle body while I did the starter. Thanks a bunch, Harry
  21. Captain
    Hello Guys, I recently installed an EVO V-Flow cold air intake. All was well, then I get a CEL. I then took off the new intake and re-installed the stock filter. Still get the CEL. I also notice a high whinning sound coming from a round cannister next to the alternator. This thing seems to be cycling on and off more often now. It's round with a 5/8 hose going in to it. What function does this part serve? It's located in the lower left engine compartment. Maybe it's why my CEL light is on now? Thanks, Harry 1999 996 6speed
  22. Captain
    Hello Guys, I recently installed a EVO V Flow intake on my 1999 996. Things were nice, the all of a sudden I get a CEL. Now, maybe there is no correlation with the intake, but I took it off anyway and put back the stock filter. Now, I also notice a more activating winding up sound coming from a ROUND part located in the left lower corner of the engine compartment.This is piece is about a 5 inch diameter with a 5/8 hose going into it. What is it and what does it do? What should I do now about the CEL? Should I disconnect the battery and clear the fault? Thanks, Harry
  23. Captain
    Thanks Loren! I relaced the starter today so no more grinding because of a hung up bendix. It was about a 4 beer job with a few cuss words thrown in.............and oh, 2 bleeding knuckles. Thanks for your help!
  24. Captain
    Hey Loren! Thanks for your response. The bendix keep hanging up intermittently. The car starts fine, but I get an after grind noise just as the engine turns over. I just don't want to ruin the ring gear on the flywheel. Have you performed this job before? I was considering on taking it in, but then again, I know if I take my time I can pull this one off. Thanks, Harry
  25. Captain
    Has anyone attempted to replace the starter on a 1999 Carrera non turbo? I've searched the archives without any luck. looking for help and feedback please. Thanks, Harry
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