JSmith5690

Does the car run okay? Is the CEL on?

I am not sure the Short Test by be history.

I would clear all the codes and then run the individual tests for specific faults. Then report back here.

Car does not run good at all. Missfiring, stuttering, etc. CEL is definitely on.

I can clear the codes, but am unsure how to run individual tests for specific faults. Can you shed a little light?

Sorry to be so needy, but I am not so familiar with the durametric unit and the video demos on their websight won't play on my computer.

Thanks in advance.

Jeff Smith

Anybody got any advice on codes?

I purchased the durametric diagnostic tool but I don't understand how to use it very well. I ran the "short test" on car and it gave me the following codes:

Short Test

Bosch Digital Motor Electronics Motronic 5.2.2

Current Fault Codes

P1602:

Supply voltage Open circuit

FREEZE FRAME INFORMATION

P0300:

Misfire damaging to cat. converter

FREEZE FRAME INFORMATION

P0301:

Cylinder 1 misfire damaging to cat. converter

FREEZE FRAME INFORMATION

P1319:

Misfire emissions-relevant

FREEZE FRAME INFORMATION

P1313:

Cylinder 1 misfire emissions-relevant

FREEZE FRAME INFORMATION

P1411:

Secondary air injection system Cylinder (4-6) Signal implausible

FREEZE FRAME INFORMATION

P0410:

Secondary air injection system Cylinder (1-3) Signal implausible

FREEZE FRAME INFORMATION

Airbag B05

Current Fault Codes

45:

Belt buckle, driver

46:

Belt buckle, driver

3:

Supply voltage

Seat Memory

Current Fault Codes

26:

Potentiometer left mirror Open circuit vertical

24:

Potentiometer left mirror Open circuit horizontal

I was hoping the software would help me understand what to replace/repair, but I don't understand the codes. Am I doing it correctly? Some advice please. Thanks.

By the way, I have a '99 C2, 3.4 liter engine, manual transmission

OK Thanks.

That sounds like a pain to access. Any other way to determine the problem?

My 1999 996 windsheild washer pump is not working. Yesterday it stopped spraying so I filled up the reservoir (even though I just realized the light on my dash was not illuminated). Thinking this took care of the issue, I tried the washer today while driving and it did not work. I can hear the pump running and then the low washer fluid light came on. I am thinking maybe the hose came off or broke and drained my tank. Any ideas? What is the best way to access the reservoir/pump?

Thanks in advance.

Jeff Smith

Mobile, AL

Sounds pretty easy ...Thanks for all the advice.

Jeff

Check your motor mounts.

Are the motor mounts oil filled? if so what kind of damage will I do if I continue to drive the car for a while?

Is this a reasonably easy DIY?

Lastly, If not an easy fix, what is typical cost of repair at dealership?

Thanks in adavance.

After driving my car for about 20 minutes,I had my car lifted with a floor jack at the proper lift point. I was checking the shift cable when i heard a sound (almost like a slightly metallic burp) then I saw what appeared to be oil come down the driver's side and onto the ehaust. It was a significant amount of oil--probably half a cup. I feared the worst, but it cranks and runs fine. Good oil pressure and no additional leaking. Ran the car an addition 10 -15 minutes of hard driving and everything looks fine with good oil pressure.

Any ideas?

I thought so, but wanted to make sure. Thanks for the input.

I am finally getting around to replacing my shift cable. Everything is disassembled except the connections on the transmission. Do these connections simply "pop" on/off? What is the best method for disconnecting them?

Thanks.

Jeff

Is there a DIY or other detailed instructions on how to change the cable yourself?

Thanks.

Thanks Loren.

Pulled center console. Shift cable is broken...pulled the cable out of its sheath. Its broken about 3' from gear shift. Does anyone have a link to a shift cable replacement guide or DIY? Also, does anyone have the part number for the shift cable (its the passenger side cable for a '99 C2).

Thanks.

Proceeding from a stop I shifted from 1st to 2nd...mid-way through the shift, it felt as if the cable broke. I was able to shift into 3rd, but now tranny won't do anything. Any advice, please?

BTW, I tried the search tool but couldn't find a relevant topic.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Jeff

Thanks for the response. I am looking for a pic of the seat because my wife dose not belive it will fit. I have a boxster now, and would like to upgrade to a 996. In order to justify the extra money for the 996 it must be able to hold a car seat.

I also had to justify my upgrade from Boxster to 996 to my wife (I have a 3 week old infant). I use a Safety First brand rear facing infant seat. I will admit it is a tight fit, but it will fit. The front seat must be adjusted forward quite a ways, but it can be done. Went for a family outing just this past Sunday in the car.