996TT gas door bracket

[Silver_TT]

Hello,

2002 996 TT. I was wondering if anyone has instructions on how to install the spring + plastic bracket for the gas thank door. I just ordered the parts today so it might be self explanatory but I didn't see where the spring would go for example. Any digrams or pictures would be greatly apprecaited.

Thanks in advance.

Edited April 5, 2013 by ferrugia

[JFP in PA]

Hello,

2002 996 TT. I was wondering if anyone has instructions on how to install the spring + plastic bracket for the gas thank door. I just ordered the parts today so it might be self explanatory but I didn't see here the spring would go for example. Any digrams or pictures would be greatly apprecaited.

Thanks in advance.

You need to insert two thin bladed screw drivers, one on each end of the filler flap hinge to unlock the two small tabs that hold it in place. If you have access to the Bentley 996 book, there are photos and diagrams starting on page 50-2.

When are you going to post some photos of that bad boy?

[Silver_TT]

Cool, thanks as usual JFP! I actually sold my Bentley manual to a friend because it technically doesn't cover the Turbo model, but you have a good point there -- a lot of things are similar on the body so maybe I should pick one up again.

I will post some pictures this weekend -- after I get the gas flap fixed. Car is beautiful, and it drives even better than I imagined. Can't really compare it to the 4S I had before. The interior looks pretty much the same but as soon as you start the engine it all stops there. Sounds different, feels different, clutch is totally different. The power at 4K+ RPMs is just mind blowing. The torque is unbelievable. Driving it is a complete rush.

[JFP in PA]

Cool, thanks as usual JFP! I actually sold my Bentley manual to a friend because it technically doesn't cover the Turbo model, but you have a good point there -- a lot of things are similar on the body so maybe I should pick one up again.

I will post some pictures this weekend -- after I get the gas flap fixed. Car is beautiful, and it drives even better than I imagined. Can't really compare it to the 4S I had before. The interior looks pretty much the same but as soon as you start the engine it all stops there. Sounds different, feels different, clutch is totally different. The power at 4K+ RPMs is just mind blowing. The torque is unbelievable. Driving it is a complete rush.

Glad to hear the purchase met your expectations, the turbo cars are a blast to drive.

The gas flap spring is like a cartridge inside the flap door hinge, so you need to pop off the door by releasing the tabs and slide it out. Borrow the book back for about 5 min. and you will see how it comes apart.

[Silver_TT]

Ok, I lied. Here are a few pics....

[JFP in PA]

Very nice!