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  1. JFP in PA
    Unfortunately, Porsche stopped making the print versions of the manuals some years ago, so you are limited to doing an internet search for someone selling a set. You also need to look for the turbo version, which is different from the standard 996.
  2. JFP in PA
    The P1397 code is common when the cam position sensor on bank 2 has in implausible signal, often caused by it simply being disconnected or lacking power. I think your other code is actually P0341, which is the same thing but on the other bank.
  3. JFP in PA
    Your actual cam angles are off. These actual angles should be ~0 with VarioCam off and ~25 with VarioCam on. From these values you know that the VarioCam actuators are fine (as long as you get close to 0 with them off). You have an issue with the relationship of the tab on the cam with the hall sender. Either the cams are missed timed slightly or the tab on the cam is bent/damaged.
  4. JFP in PA
    Unfortunately, doing this repair is a bit like building a ship in a bottle with the engine still in the car, but as you have shown, it can be done. But as not everyone has the facilities to drop the engine and do the work, your approach is the next best thing. Good job
  5. JFP in PA
    Look at your upper strut mount bearings:
  6. JFP in PA
    A common problem. Glad you got it sorted
  7. JFP in PA
    Simple: Acquire and aftermarket lighter plug dongle and wire that to the phone plug; then just plug in your adaptor and you are set. or
  8. JFP in PA
    If you check behind the center console, you will find the cell phone plug, all versions of the car had one, regardless of if they were equipped with the phone of not. It is part of the standard wire harness.
  9. JFP in PA
    Ctek makes them, and they are excellent. If you buy one from Amazon, it will be much cheaper than from Porsche.
  10. JFP in PA
    Under your radio and behind the center console is a plug meant to be used for the extinct factory cell phone:
  11. JFP in PA
    Welcome to RennTech. Should be clearly visible at the base of the windshield on the drivers' side, and also on owners documents such as the registration, insurance cards, and the bill of sale.
  12. JFP in PA
    While it is always advisable to use the correct lubricants, doing so is not a guarantee against component failures. Even the best oils cannot cope with parts failures.
  13. JFP in PA
    That "nut" is actually the top of the tensioner: So, yes, that is what you need to check the torque of (59 Ft. Lbs.)
  14. JFP in PA
    You might try re-torqueing the tensioner, it may just be loose. Spec is 59 ft. Lbs.
  15. JFP in PA
    It may just be the oil seal ring has failed on the chain tensioner (very large nut in the left center of the picture). While the fix is cheap (replace the seal), you need to put the engine at TDC, lock it, and use cam locks to hold everything in position while removing the tensioner to replace the seal:
  16. JFP in PA
    It is inside the door, there are two switches that control the window drop and position; one is on the inside door latch mechanism, the other is on the outside door latch mechanism.
  17. JFP in PA
    I am basing that on the fact you moved the top, and suddenly everything worked. There are two micro switches involved, one in the door, the other in the top latch; as you moved the top and it suddenly started working, I would start with that switch.
  18. JFP in PA
    The top has a micro switch in the latch that tells the system when the top is all the way up; this controls the top MIL light on the dash, and triggers the windows to go up. I'd start there.
  19. JFP in PA
    The pumps and valves can be activated with the Durametric software or PIWIS, or lacking that be checked using an electrical test tool like the Power Probe; the lines need to be "eyeballed" and checked for cracks or breaks, and should also be blown out with compressed air to check for blockages.
  20. JFP in PA
    Welcome to RennTech. I don't think your codes the oil issue are necessarily related. As for the codes: P0491 Secondary Air Injection System, Bank 1 - Insufficient Flow P0492 Secondary Air Injection System, Bank 2 - Insufficient Flow Possible cause of fault - Electrical fault in power supply or line between relay and secondary air injection pump - Secondary air injection pump relay mechanically faulty - Mechanical fault in electrical secondary air valve - Pneumatic secondary air valve faulty/sluggish - Electrical fault in secondary air injection pump - Mechanical fault in secondary air injection pump or secondary air injection pump blocked - Vacuum system leaking - Air hose to secondary air injection pump slipped off or constricted
  21. JFP in PA
    Yes, the ABS/PSM pump.
  22. JFP in PA
    I would also seriously doubt this was a dealer installed engine, as they are usually reman's and bear the letters "AT" in the engine code sequence.
  23. JFP in PA
    My image was what I had up in the shop at the moment you asked. Procedure: Bleed the brakes as usual - then bleed the ABS system with the pump running (start the pump after you open the right rear bleed valve). For the ABS bleed you only open the right rear bleed valve - when you close the valve stop the pump immediately. The pump should only be run when the valve is open or you could do damage to the system from over pressure.
  24. JFP in PA
    You need to run diagnostics on the EVAP control valve network to determine how to proceed. Do a DIY search, many people have been down this road before.
  25. JFP in PA
    As there are many possible outcomes here, your best bet is to get the eyes of someone with Porsche experience on it.
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