What kind of battery does a 911 996 have?
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What happens when you disconnect the battery on a Porsche 996?
Most systems are different on the 996. For example, the PSM isn’t affected by a battery disconnection, but it usually gives a heart stopper message on a 9×7. Window resetting and DME adaption are different. I’ll try to post something on the 996 forum in a day or two. Hi Richard. Look forward to it. Always a pleasure 2019 VW Up! GTI Tornado Red
Where is the battery on a Porsche Carrera?
When I went to start the car, it wouldn’t start, and instead, the current ran through the right side stainless steel brake lines and completely cooked the line. That was a new experience for me–don’t forget your ground strap! The battery is located in the front trunk compartment on the Carrera.
Is there a problem with my Porsche 911 Carrera?
This “D-chunk” problem seems ironically to occur mostly in gently driven cars. 911 Carreras that are driven hard at the track or on the street do not tend to see this type of damage. At least with respect to the track cars, one theory is that these cars tend to have their oil changed much more often.
Why does the 911 996 have so many battery issues?
Why does the 911 / 996 have so many battery issues,like it wont start , due to a dead battery ? I have 3 other cars ,with no problems like this.
How to disconnect a Porsche 911 Carrera battery?
You disconnect the battery by disconnecting the negative or ground lead from the battery. Always disconnect the negative or ground lead first-if you disconnect the positive/hot lead, there is a chance that your tool may touch the metal chassis. This will result in a short circuit, which would be quite dangerous.
Can you open the hood of a Porsche 996 Boxster?
Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. The Porsche 996/Boxster has a powered release for the bonnet/hood/trunk which requires a live battery to be connected to open it. There is a terminal to connect a spare power source should the battery go flat and fail.
What’s the problem with the battery on a Carrera?
The real issue with the battery life is the car not being driven often, or stored in the winter without use of a trickle charger or proper maintenance. Otherwise, I have had no issue with the battery. Assuming you have no cell phone chargers]
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Can you open the hood of a Porsche if the battery is dead?
If the battery on your Porsche is discharged, you will be unable to unlock your front luggage compartment lid (Bonnet/hood) in order to gain access to the dead battery.
When did the 911 battery woes come out?
911/ 996 Battery woes By britdave, September 5, 2010in 996 Series (Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Targa) Share
What’s the problem with my Porsche 911 battery?
I love my 911, but this dead battery issue is really getting me down. I use a Porsche battery tender, but even then it will let me down, when I travel s… Jump to content Existing user? Sign In Sign In Remember meNot recommended on shared computers Sign In Forgot your password? Or sign in with one of these services Sign in with Microsoft