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  1. Hilux2400
    It's OK as I think I have the info. There are three bolt size. The settings should be as follows: 10mm bolts that hold the "boomerang" plate and sway bar bush - 48 ft.lbs 12mm bolt that holds the opposite end of the "boomerang" plate - 74 ft.lbs. 14mm bolt on which the "boomerang" plate can pivot - 118 ft.lbs I have found these descriptions and settings hard to understand from various print outs. Like another poster who refers to Toyota manuals where the setting is given on a diagram which shows the part. H
  2. Hilux2400
    911 996 3.6 2003 This is a question about the front sway bar bushes. They squeak like blazes and need to get some rubber grease in there to help the bar move easily. Could anyone please help with the torque setting for the three bolts that secure the "boomerang" plate and also the pivot bolt that holds the inner link on the tie bar? I think I might have to undo this pivot bolt about one turn so that I can rotate the boomerang plate to gain access to the sway bar bush holder. Thanks for reading. H
  3. Hilux2400
    Did you manage to remove it?
  4. Hilux2400
    The filter and gasket are about £100 and as you say the oil is expensive. Thanks for your reply.
  5. Hilux2400
    My 996 3.6 C2 has a tip box. It's done 61K. When cold it holds a lower gear longer than expected, but this clear after a few miles, after which it works normally. However, the change to first gear is a bit clunky and I hope this is resolved with an oil and filter change soon. I had a Merc with a ZF box which had similar slow characteristics when cold. As a matter of interest, how much did your oil change cost and where did you have it done? I assume that included a new filter?
  6. Hilux2400
    Are you turning it the right way? If you use a T bar with a 5mm socket the top of the wrench turns towards the back of the car. There are quite a few videos on YouTube and here's one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPmju6yPJu8 If you do use a socket, tape the socket to the driver bar so that it doesn't fall out inside.
  7. Hilux2400
    While you certainly have a right to your own opinion, you should go back and read my point... The fact is that the drains function properly if/when maintained properly. The fact that your drains were clogged with road muck simply means they weren't maintained - nothing more nothing less. You even go so far as to say "but on my Coupe they had not been cleared before I had it." - How is this poor design or engineering? "there are occasions when all cars get caught out in a downpour and that would fill the front or back cavities pretty quickly if the drains are blocked." - Don't let the drains get blocked... :lightbulb: In the maintenance schedules for my 996 (annual, minor & major) there is not one item that refers to checking for clear cavity drainage. I would have thought that if Porsche thought these items would be problems they would have been included on the schedules. I do it as a I have been caught out before on a Golf which had blocked bulkhead drains.
  8. Hilux2400
    I don't agree with the point made by Dporto regarding the draining functions. The front ones can easily be maintained as they are almost visible, but on my Coupe they had not been cleared before I had it. Regarding the back drains that come out behind the liner in the wheel arch, these take some time to gain access and I would be surprised if they get looked at too often if at all. When I pulled out my rear wheel arch liner it was full of road muck and had never been cleaned and drain outlet was blocked solid. This must be the case on many cars. Despite what you say about garaging there are occasions when all cars get caught out in a downpour and that would fill the front or back cavities pretty quickly if the drains are blocked.
  9. Hilux2400
    Did you manage to solve this problem? If you have, it would be useful to know how you did it. H
  10. Hilux2400
    You can go to the ZF web site and it will tell you which fluid. I think the 5 speed box, which is common to many cars, takes ZF Lifeguard 5. ZF is quite specific about this. However, there are probably alternatives available. Here's the link: http://www.zf.com/corporate/en_de/aftermarket/spare_parts/transmissions_spare_parts/transmissions.html and here: http://www.zf.com/global/media/en_zf/lubricantslists/TE-ML_11.pdf Was the fluid in sealed containers? Also it's not just a case of pulling the plug and then filling it up again, as the box has to be topped up when it reaches a certain temperature (85 to 100 deg C) as fluid is drawn from the sump into the workings of the transmission. It takes about 9 litres of fluid to fill it. Also if it wasn't emptied properly you may have a mix of old fluid and new fluid.
  11. Hilux2400
    Thank you both for the speedy reply. Very helpful. H
  12. Hilux2400
    911 996 2003 Coupe Hello I'm trying to figure out how to remove the plastic trim cover on the sill at entry to the vehicle. I know how to remove the inner sill with the trunk switches, but I am foxed by the outer sill cover. I have removed the Carrera name plate, but it does not conceal any fixings. The sill cover seems to be firmly stuck down. I can't even get a wedge under the edge to lift a corner. I have looked through the workshop manual and can't find any info on this cover. Any guidance would be helpful. Thanks for reading. H
  13. Hilux2400
    Having a Porsche is great for physical mobility, dexterity and body strength. It has given me a great deal of pleasure and a great deal of exercise in the bending, crawling and twisting way of doing things. I have had far more benefit in this way from my Porsche than from either of my Toyotas. Think how lucky you are to have a Porsche it will help you stay fit.
  14. Hilux2400
    Although Pentosin ATF seems to be a frequently used fluid I notice that when looking at the ZF website that for the 5 speed box, ZF recommends ZF Lifeguard Fluid 5 and ZF Lifeguard 6 for the 6 speed box. Is there any preference on choice of fluid. It is also of interest that ZF recommends a transmission oil change every 80 to 120KM or after 8 years at the latest. http://www.zf.com/global/media/medien_mastersite/products_services/service_information/sitematrix/transmission/cars_4/englisch_3/modelluebergreifend_1/ZP_SI_Oelwechselkit_EN.pdf
  15. Hilux2400
    They are really worth buying as they have lots of uses in the home aside from vehicle use. They are also useful for checking coolant temperatures at various points.
  16. Hilux2400
    A misfire (no spark) causes unburnt fuel to enter the exhaust tract where it's ignited by heat and results in a backfire. Those were the days in the 60's when you could drive along and turn the ignition key off and then on and cause backfire. All the kids used to do it.
  17. Hilux2400
    Hello I suspect I might have a coolant leak from the 3 way connector below the expansion tank as there is a pink trace from antifreeze. However, It could be that the worm drive clip on the small diameter tube needs tightening and I'll do that tomorrow. I did notice, on a thread I cannot find, that someone has replaced this three way joint with a normal copper plumbing fitting, which seems a sensible option. Does anyone know the internal bore of the hoses, before I take it apart? It looks like 25mm straight through and 8mm for the small "T" offset. Thanks for reading - pic attached. H
  18. Hilux2400
    It's OK don't be concerned no offence taken, but as JFP said sometimes really simple things can cause problems. I didn't know the car had the fault before the oil change as you didn't say, hence my assumption that the two were linked. Some people have never put oil in a car.
  19. Hilux2400
    Is the oil filler cap on properly? Is the oil dip stick in firmly? A few simple things to check for a start.
  20. Hilux2400
    The air con pipes are on that side. They run front to back.
  21. Hilux2400
    Ahsai's observation might be right. If the rotor is very thin and the outer pistons are stuck, the rotor may be deflecting under braking. The rotors have a minimum thickness requirement. They are easy to replace. Just make sure you back of the parking brake adjuster so that the rotor comes off easily.
  22. Hilux2400
    A tool like a Dremel is good for this stuff, as with a small diameter cutting wheel it is easy to slice through a nut. Nut splitters are also useful.
  23. Hilux2400
    Sorry - missed that H
  24. Hilux2400
    Is it cranking at normal speed, or is it a slow turnover? The battery is 12v but when cranking its voltage drops because of load. If the voltage drops below a certain point there is insufficient power remaining to deliver a spark. Before you spend any more on big stuff, do a few basic things: Is your battery in good nick? Is the starter motor drawing too much current and leaving nothing for the essentials of a spark and fuel delivery? Is there a good earth between the battery and the body and between the engine and the body? Is there a good +ve connection between the battery and the starter solenoid post. I was surprised when I checked the engine earth strap on my 996, just how bad an earth was available. This is quite a simple job, but best done with the back wheel off.
  25. Hilux2400
    Just look down in the hole in front of the horn for the alarm. It's at the lowest point.
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