ChrisJP

Hi,

Is it possible to order a black bezel for a Single DIN radio that will match the console line better than the one I have (more flush with the edge)? What would be the part number?

Thanks

Chris

AFAIK, on 2002 the fuel filter is located inside the tank and not serviceable.

So you are left with the pump unless someone more knowledgeable comes with additional input.

I'd plastic, and tape off the passenger compartment.

What a difference! I really have to try this but I'm not yet comfortable.

Can you please be a bit more specific about "plastic & taping off the passenger compartment"?

Tks Chris

Best way is to take a spray bottle and mix with half "Simple Green" concentrate and half water and liberally spray the engine compartment with mixture. Rinse with water and repeat.

What a clean motor!

Do you first protect electrical part (ie alternator)?

If so which one and how?

Tks Chris

This is not the original bulb but a LED replacement.

You can get LED from several suppliers, such as www.superbrightleds.com

Just had a problem with upper pulley, so thought I might jump in...

Before doing any R&R on the idle pulley, just listen to the noise by putting a metal rod on the central bolt and listen to the sound from the other end while the motor is on. (I don't remember if the central nut on the tensioner pulley is rotating or not).

If you hear any "grinding" noise, then the bearing is toast and it worth the replacement.

You can also try to turn any pulley by hand as well: if it turns freely without noise, then you're OK (at 100$ a piece I would not replace the pulley as a preventive maintenance).

One more thing: the bolt on the upper pulley is quite long and you will need to slightly bend the metal housing (at the connector location) to have it out.

Thanks guys, even if bad news.

I'm looking for a replacement.

UPDATE: I'm a lucky guy, turn out to be the upper pulley bearing.

check the fluid level in the P/S pump.

Level is at the lower part of the COLD indication, will check again with HOT engine.

the fluid should be changed as soon as it begins to look or smell bad.

Fluid looks like very slightly yellow (like thin oil). About the smell this is a tough one: a bit like new electronic device...Look OK to my eye (and nose....)

Overall I'm lucky as I found that the sound is coming from the upper pulley. Tried to remove it but couldn't get the long bolt out!!!??? Don't tell me that the motor has to get out to remove the pulley!

As I don't have a spare right now, I just spray W40 on the bearing and it's OK for now.

Final update: according to dealer, it's necessary to bend the place where the connector are located to get the bolt off..

What about looking here:

http://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/ksearch/PEL_search.cgi?command=show_part_page&please_wait=N&make=POR&model=986M&section=ELswch&page=1&bookmark=0&part_number=996-613-112-01-M100

There's a high pitch noise coming from the motor, increasing with RPM, that is very irritating, especially with top-up.

While changing the PolyRib belt, I run the motor for a couple seconds without belt, and oh, what a nice sweet guttural sound.

Seems like the sound is coming from the Power Steering Pump. I turned the pulley by hand without effort, but axis is very slightly loose.

What are the forum recommendations? Do I need to R&R the Power Steering Pump?

Edit: from web search, next steps involve spraying WD-40 on the bearing, inspect pulley edge (for visible rubbing from axial play), and steering fluid level.

I have the same issue after installing a new top with a glass window on a 2000 Boxster. Any help from the forum would be appreciated.

Thanassis

Just found out today that if you don't close completely the top, you will see that the canvas is attached to a metal tube with a strap. Just tight it a bit more and voila...

If you don't see what I'm talking about let me know and I will take a picture

Pictures says it all: is there a way to adjust the cable so that it will run inside the rail?

Thanks

do I have to pull the seat out? to reattach this?

No, just slide it in.

On my 02S, seat height adjustment requieres that I push the seat towards the back (by pushing with my feet).

Turning the lever itself is enough.

Thanks guys.

Go for black and paint them yourself later if necessary. Easy job.

Was detailing the car this morning when I noticed that the right & left duct are not identical.

Are they supposed to look like this?

+1

only put 8 liter or 8 quart then adjust later.

Very clear, thanks.

Hi,

I need to remove about 1/2 liter of oil engine after overfilling.

After some reading, it seems that the recommended way is to remove the filter cover.

I assume I could only jack the car up on the left side, remove the wheel then remove the filter.

Is my understanding correct? (I'm concerned that the all 9 quarts will flush on the floor...)

So I would greatly prefer to remove oil from the filler in the trunk using vacuum.

Anybody ever done it?

What is the diameter & length of the pipe to use?

Thanks guys

Chris

Pelican has great price (and great service I'm sure) but delivery cost to japan is a killer when all I need at the moment is the serpentine belt.

So for those that have any interest, general reference is 6PK2115 (6 grooves and length 2115).

Maker/distributor:

Contitech, Gates, Febi Bilsten (#29004), Dayco (#5060833), Hutchinson (#2115K6), Goodyear, Bosh (#F005X02656) and Roulunds Rubber.

OEM:

Ford (#1324207), Mercedes (#0119974892), VW (#2D0145933A), Volvo (#074903137BC) and probably Chevrolet (for the Camaro)

Source: http://www.pluspiecesauto.com

Hi,

Can someone provide the specification/reference for a 2002 boxster S with A/C serpentine belt?

Shipping from overseas (UK or US) do not make economical sens so I'm looking towards local purchase.

Thanks

Chris

Thanks Loren,

Plugs have been replaced, I will remove 1/2 liter oil.

I've got this car a year ago.

Now reaching 41000 km and doing the 60k maintenance.

For the oil, I ask a shop to do it for me (not the dealer).

I'm in Japan and I choose Castrol Edge 5W40, 9 liter.

They put almost all in, so now the digital gauge is fully light, so I know that there's too much oil.

Second, I replaced the plug the day before and asked them to have a look (see attached picture).

Their said that it was a good move to have them changed.

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/97/dsc0431ps.jpg/

So here are my question:

Hi cuz3003,

You said you read instruction but didn't said which one.

When I was looking at replacing mine, this was one of the most informative link I could find:

http://sites.google.com/site/mikefocke2/replacingthetop-adiy

Was hoping maybe someone might have an old fuel filter they had changed that they could be kind enough to remove the old clip.

Garry

On the boxster, from the 2002 model, fuel filter are "lifetime" model, located inside the tank, which reduce the probability to find what you're looking for. So it's probably easier to buy a new filter MAHLE KL80 (30USD from Pelican).