Why is Porsche tired of people complaining about brake squeal?
We love these kinds of official explainer videos for the subtext, which is that the company appears to be sick of owners complaining that their six-figure sports car sounds like a junkyard-special jalopy as they ease up to a stoplight. Their gripes are understandable, if misguided.
What happens when you shut off the a / C in a Porsche?
When the a/c electrical circuit to the clutch is excited with 12 volts and enough current the clutch’s magnet pulls the clutch hub into the pulley. Friction takes over and the two pieces turn in unison. So, let’s shut off the engine and locate the clutch’s wire.
Why does my Porsche air conditioner clutch not work?
If the clutch only works when you hot wired it your system “may” be low on refrigerant so that the low pressure cut out switch won’t allow the clutch to engage, or a relay or fuse is preventing current from reaching the coil. Check you wiring back to the source and read the section below “checking the site glass”.
Where is the positive wire on a Porsche air conditioner?
Friction takes over and the two pieces turn in unison. So, let’s shut off the engine and locate the clutch’s wire. The wires are usually found toward the back side of the pulley close to the body of the compressor. The positive wire should have a connector somewhere it to get it’s power. Carefully disconnect the connector.
Is it normal for a Porsche to squeal when braking?
Porsche brake squeal is a topic that comes up a lot in the service department here at Prestige Imports. The good news is that brake squealing or squeaking is rarely a sign of trouble. In fact, it is typical among high performance braking systems.
Are there any parts for a Porsche Carrera?
Parts and accessories for the wide range of 911 Carrera models, including Turbo, GT3, & GT2 models. CLICK HERE Porsche Boxster Boxster Parts and accessories for the Boxster model range.
How old is the original Porsche Carrera 996?
The original Carrera 996 is more than twenty years old and is now viewed by Porsche in the classic vehicle category. The early 996 cars are now extremely affordable and can be fun to own. However, many people are scared off by reading the hyped technical problems, so prices are low, even for good examples.
Is the Porsche 911 Carrera 996 air cooled?
The 996 was such a departure from the original air-cooled technology that is caused a major division in 911 expertise that exists right up to today. The 996 was nothing like the norm Porsche techs were used to – like switching from right hand drive, to left hand drive.