thing in bottom of oil filter housing

[Doug_B_928]

I was just removing some oil from my 997.1 C2S. I set the oil filter housing (OE) on the bench and went to get a new o-ring. The housing rolled off the bench and fell on the floor. When I picked it up there was a small black round piece with a spring inside sitting beside it. I've never seen it so I assume it belongs in the bottom of the filter housing. Is this correct? Is it supposed to come out or is my filter housing broken? If it's okay to put it back in, which way does it go?

[Loren]

Yes, it pushes the filter up to the proper position in the housing.

[Doug_B_928]

I used plyers to set it back in place. It feels like it's in there well. Shaking and tapping does not make it fall out again. Is that ok or should I replace the whole thing?

[Loren]

It should be fine. Once everything is in place there is nowhere for it to go.

[Doug_B_928]

Whew, thanks Loren! You and this forum are invaluable. I was reluctant to give you rep points when you were at 911, and now you're already at 914. Guess we'll head next for 924!