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1999 996 Cab Accelerator Cable Replacement

By Chris McC
November 3 in 996 Series (Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Targa)

https://www.renntech.org/topic/58605-1999-996-cab-accelerator-cable-replacement/

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Chris McC

Posted November 3

First off, I’m new to the 996 family. I purchased a 99' Cab a few weeks ago. It's a clean, higher mileage 6 speed (90k). I am enjoying it so far. While changing the oil I noticed the accelerator cable is a little frayed and loose.

From the OBD the TPS maxes at 70% with the pedal all the way down. I am guessing that is not right. I also note with it depressed all the way I can manually open the throttle about another 1/2”.

I have a few questions, am I correct, I am not getting max throttle in my current situation?

How hard is it to replace the cable and adjust? What gotchas should I be aware of?

Also, what is the correct, most succinct description of my 996 model?

Thanks in advance,
Chris