Coolant issue

[swillyclark77]

Just got a C2 (2000, UK) but the guy I got it from wasn't really clued up about all things Porsche. When I test drove it the coolant light was flashing, and i suggested he top up the levels.

I suspect he has just used water to top up.

I think I need to empty the tank and refill it with the proper coolant-to-water mix.

How hard and expensive is this - can I do it myself or should I get my Porsche specialist garage to do it?

Any links to a DIY?

Or am I worrying about nothing?

Thanks

James

[Loren]

I wouldn't worry about the mixture - I would check every couple of days to see if you continues to lower.

Also, make sure your (blue) coolant cap part number ends in 01. All of the 00 caps leak.

[kailuakeith]

Any chance my [00] cap is a good one? I have a '01 Boxster S with only 12,000 miles. I haven't had to top up the coolant yet since '01. Maybe 'cause it doesn't get out much. I suppose getting a good [01] cap will be on my dime? Still, better to be safe.... ;)

[1999Porsche911]

Any chance my [00] cap is a good one? I have a '01 Boxster S with only 12,000 miles. I haven't had to top up the coolant yet since '01. Maybe 'cause it doesn't get out much. I suppose getting a good [01] cap will be on my dime? Still, better to be safe.... ;)

You may very well have a good cap. I still run the orginal 00 part with no leaks.

[Loren]

Any chance my [00] cap is a good one? I have a '01 Boxster S with only 12,000 miles. I haven't had to top up the coolant yet since '01. Maybe 'cause it doesn't get out much. I suppose getting a good [01] cap will be on my dime? Still, better to be safe.... ;)

If it doesn't leak now - it will eventually. Porsche was supposed to change them on a next visit basis several years ago. A new cap is under $20.