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  1. Loren
    Well, if there is oil on the MAF then resetting won't work. The easiest way is with an OBDII Scan tool -- if you have access to one. If not, here is a quick trick to try -- disconnect the battery for about 5 minutes (you will likely need the radio code and stations re-programmed). If it stays off you are lucky and the problem cleared itself... if not you will need a Porsche PST2 or other OBDII scan tool to see what triggered the MIL.
  2. Loren
    Here are two diagrams from the parts list: Oil Pressure Sensor (item 32) Fuel Pressure Regulator (item 2)
  3. Loren
    Yeah, Jeff is right... must be a lame dealer to not know they need the color code :lol:
  4. Loren
    Jeff is right the fuel pressure regulator is on the passenger side fuel rail on a Carrera. Oil pressure sensor is on the drivers side cam cover.
  5. Loren
    Here is my 2 cents... The RoW suspension is going to settle some and actually get a little lower) over the next 2-3 months. I would drive the car like you want and then in 2-3 months go back and add more negative camber (front and rear) if you want it a little more aggressive (albeit at the expense of tires). Just IMHO....
  6. Loren
    Front camber and toe are the issue. I would at least call and discuss it with them. Here are the specs:
  7. Loren
    Loren, If I am reading PET correctly, wasn't that part number superceded by 999.141.039.07 in 2003? It appears to me this bolt is now used for all seats, including the GT3 buckets (XSE/XSF). Karl Karl, The seat bolts did change from MY03 on (999 141 039 07). If you could/should use those new bolts on older cars it would have a "Dropped, please use replacement" pop-up window with the new part in it. Try item 11 (996 521 364 00) on the same page and you will see what I mean.
  8. Loren
    See my comments here
  9. Loren
    Antonio, I've see the exterior paint at several outside companies like PaintScratch.com but have not seen any interior touch up kits. Might be worth asking one of these companies for something like that... but short term I think the dealer is your only choice -- sorry.
  10. Loren
    I've done the same. As long as your air cleaner is clean (and also not too oily) and you have no air leaks -- it should protect the engine from anything harmful. A number of companies sell kits that do the same plus remove the air babble and plug the hole that is left by doing so. You just did 90% of that and for a lot less than $120 :lol: :thumbup:
  11. Loren
    999 141 038 07 Torx Bolt (E12) All seats EXCEPT the (RoW) GT3 seat use the same bolts.
  12. Loren
    Here is what the service manual says for (old) GT3, GT2 and TT... Both have a soft crush ring so I doubt 44 or 52 lbs will make much difference.
  13. Loren
    000 721 920 40 (about $7 at your dealer)
  14. Loren
    The flywheel does not have to be removed for the test. It's really hard to say with an RPM only type of vibration. If the clutch feels funny (buzzing) or you've heard any "other" noises from the clutch/bell housing then I would go after the throwout bearing and actuator as those are known to be a problem on the early cars.
  15. Loren
    IMHO... Yes, I think there is a relation. I think what you are describing is drivetrain related. Sometimes a small crack is very hard to see in both motor or transmission mounts. The flywheel test must be carried out as follows to rule it out: 1. The twist test on the DMF described below must be carried out by hand and without any tools. The test can be carried out in installed or removed status. (In removed status, a second person is required to counter hold). 2. Can the DMF be twisted by approx. 15 mm to both the left and the right, and does it then return to approximately its initial position? -- Yes, flywheel is okay. 3. Can the DMF be twisted beyond the dimension stated above (excessive turn) without a noticeable increase in the spring force? -- Yes, then the flywheel is faulty. Other potential causes could be an out of balance clutch plate (since you said this was replaced) or a loose or bad throw out bearing. The release arm (assembly) of the throw out bearing was changed in MY2000 so you might want to make sure the newer parts were used. In the end is sounds like someone familiar with these changes should inspect the car. Again, just IMHO
  16. Loren
    996 512 821 90 Adjusting Mechanism 4 Grad 996 512 823 90 Adjusting Mechanism 8 Grad The parts list does not say 1 pair or 2 each but I would assume they are sold in pairs. Best check with the dealer when they place your order.
  17. Loren
    Updated September 6, 2003 Here is an updated list of TSBs for the GT3: 1701 5/02 Engine Oils Approved by Porsche 5-23-03 4440 1/03 Summer Tires and Wheels 3-28-03 4440 5/03 Winter Tire, Wheel, & Snow Chain Applications 8-22-03* 4636 3/03 Brake Pads - Standard Brakes/PCCB Brakes 8-22-03* 6959 2/03 New Passenger's Airbag 6-27-03 6829 3/03 Illuminated Vanity Mirror - Light Inoperative 6-27-03 * New this month ** Updated this month
  18. Loren
    All the Porsche OEM wheels are either 50 mm or 52 mm offset. I don't see any reason why you can't get the 5 mm offset built into the wheels (as long as it is correct). I don't think the 235s will rub even with the 5 mm spacers. The fronts rub first on the inside -- and only 245s rub a little at lock to lock.
  19. Loren
    Kevin, The part numbers I gave you were the pattern examples. As I said there are several part numbers. Why don't you give us part numbers for the old and new and then we can check what model they are for? Thanks!
  20. Loren
    Here are the Porsche approved tires: Tire Size Front: 225/40 ZR 18 Rear: 285/30 ZR 18 Tires: - Bridgestone Potenza S-02A N3 Directional - Continental Sport Contact 2 N2 Side-directional - Michelin Pilot Sport N1 Directional - Pirelli P-ZERO ROSSO N4 Side-directional Approved 18 wheels (w/offsets) are: - Front: 8J X 18 offset - 50.0/52.0 - Rear: 10J X 18 offset - 65.0 5 mm spacers are approved on all four wheels. 17 mm spacers on the rear wheels and 5 mm spacers on the front are also approved with use of proper (longer) wheel bolts. "Unofficially" With the 8" front wheel you can go 235/40 ZR 18 tire without any rubbing and it will reduce understeer a little. A couple of brands of 295/30 ZR 18 rear tires are reported to not rub (or require fender rolling) but I can't recommend any especially if you are lowering the car. Perhaps you can tell if this is a street car or track car and others can recommend tire/wheel combinations for both.
  21. Loren
    Yes, C2 and C4 have different numbers. There are several for each. C2 numbers start with: 996 641 103 02 or 996 641 104 03 etc. and C4 numbers start with: 996 641 113 03 or 996 641 114 03 etc.
  22. Loren
    The rear one is behind the left rear taillight. Remove the lens assembly and you can see it. If you need to fish it out you must go under the rear bumper between the heat shields. The front one is behind the right front headlight (from the factory) and is very difficult to get to. You would need to pull the wheel liner back to reach that one. What a lot of folks (including me) have done on the front is to relocate it behind the plastic tow hook plug in the front bumper. You can secure it there with a short piece of fishing line and wrap it around the plug. Pull the plug out and you have easy access. :D
  23. Loren
    My guess is they will likely fix it a third time. If it fails a fourth time... I think they will negotiate what you want ;) ;)
  24. Loren
    Yes. TSB's that refer to a parts change or update sometimes include a VIN before and after. This would be the VIN after which the fix has been included in production. So only the cars before that VIN "should" need that fix. In a few cases specific VINs are called out for limited recall (i.e. some MY02 Carrera 6 speed transmissions). You can buy a book (and for the newer ones a CD-ROM) with all the TSBs for a given set of years. Problem is these are usually published about once a year so many times that is a year after they come out. A better (more up-to-date) source is an online service like AllDataDIY.com. For $21.95 ($14.95 renewal) you get the TSBs for your car and a pseudo online service manual.
  25. Loren
    I seem to recall that the issue is disconnecting the battery (or in this case the instrument cluster computer) with 1/4 or less tank of gas. I think the way to fix it is to fill the tank -- disconnect the battery for a few minutes then reconnect the battery.
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