Can you remove the door panel on a Porsche 996?

For details on removing the door panel, see Pelican Technical Article: Porsche 911 Carrera Door Panel Removal. On the 996, when you have the door panel removed, you can view the regulator. The 997 have an inner panel so you will have to watch the actual window.

How does the window work on a 996 Boxster?

I have seen a lot of window issues in boxsters and 996’s lately. The general operation of the door glass is simple in the 2 cars. Basically, when you pull the the door handle (inner or outer), the window glass will drop about a 1/2″ to allow for smooth opening of the door. When the door shuts, the window will raise back into place.

How to replace the window switch on a Porsche Carrera?

To remove or replace the window switches you will need to remove the door panel. (see Pelican Technical Article: Porsche 911 Carrera Door Panel Removal ). Once the panel is off, you can remove the window switch by first disconnecting the wiring. Squeeze the tap (red arrow) and pull straight back.

Where is the window regulator on a Porsche 996?

On the 996, when you have the door panel removed, you can view the regulator. The 997 have an inner panel so you will have to watch the actual window. With your fingers clearly out of the way, roll down the window until it’s about 75 percent of the way down.

What to do if you have a problem with your Porsche 911?

If your 911 has mechanical issues that don’t appear here, simply drop us an email via the forms or pop-up contact and we’ll do our best to share a solution with you. Clicking on a heading gives you more detail.

What happens when you open the passenger side window?

When I put the car back in service the passenger side door window no longer auto-adjusts when you open and close. Previously, when opening the door with a fully closed window, the window would jog down about 1/4″ – 1/2″ when you lift the door handle and jog back to a fully closed position when the door shuts. The driver side door works fine.

Why does my Porsche 911 have a vacuum problem?

Crankcase vacuum exceeds the normal range in the engine under heavy acceleration and sucks in air damaging the rear main seal. This is commonly seen on Audi engines as well.

When did Porsche make the 996 Carrera 2?

(2 dr coupe, 2dr convertible 3.4, 3.6 petrol [Carrera 2]) To understand the direction Porsche’s thinking was taking in the development of the 996 series 911, one must track right back to 1978, to the development of the 928 model. Designed as a replacement for the 911 model, the 928 never caught the public imagination, even in its final GT versions.

What kind of convertible top does a Porsche 996 have?

Both styls come with Factory Zipper around rear window zips to OEM Headliner. Tops fits both Left & Right hand drive models. This convertible top for the Porsche 911 / 996 Carrera & Carrera 4 Cabriolet fits the 1999, 2000 and 2001 model years. All the seams are Heat-Sealed.

Is the 1999 Porsche 911 a collectible car?

The 1999-2004 Porsche 911 was much maligned when new, but speculators think it’s about to become collectible. Not so fast. Last week, I had dinner with a very nice fellow who told me a very long story about finding and purchasing the Porsche of his dreams.

How to change the window regulator on a Porsche 911 Carrera?

Squeeze the tap (red arrow) and pull straight back. The switch is held in place by a locking tab (green arrow) gently pry it down and slip the switch out. The 997 doors are a modular design that incorporate an inner aluminum panel within the door frame.

Where is the fuse box on a Porsche 911?

This fuse box information is ONLY for the following Porsche models and years: – 1997 to 2006 Porsche 911 (996) Carrera, 4, S, 4S, Targa and Turbo – years 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 The fuse box in the Porsche 911 (996 series) is located on the doors side of the drivers footwell, under a black cover.

How much does a 2006 Porsche 911 cost?

The car was priced at 12,995 + 2000 dollars for a 130 point inspection fee, and other fees that priced the car around 17,000 dollars. I felt that dealership was deceptive. Read 20 more dealer reviews… responded very quickly to inform me that vehicle had sold. when we arrived the car was sitting out , but it was not cleaned up and ready to show.

Is the Porsche 911 Carrera’s cabriolet customizable?

The Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is one of the most customizable vehicles from the cabrio family. And because of this it has a huge following in the United States and globally – even a used Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet rocks the same cachet.

What causes wind noise in Porsche Carrera convertible?

The plastic rear window on these cars can also be a source of leaks and wind noise. The older style windows are held in place by a zipper on the inside (green arrow), while the newer style are just glued in at the factory.

Can you install a spoiler on a Porsche 997?

In 2018 I decided to develop an adapter based solution, that would allow owners with any level of DIY skills to securely and professionally install the 991 spoiler on their 997. This was the birth of the Emc2 Spoiler Adapter Kit. Thanks to the many owners around the world who’ve installed the kits and shared their photos and feedback.

How do you raise the top on a Porsche Carrera?

Access the manual over-ride for the top requires removal of the panel directly behind the upper rear seats. Fold the rear seats down and remove the two Phillips head screws holding it in place. Now pull the panel out of the car. Once the rear body flap has been removed, you’ll have access to manually lower or raise the top.

How do you remove the cover on a Porsche Carrera?

Pull the cover off the front latch mechanism by pulling down on the plastic cover at the front (insert upper left, green arrow). Shown here is the front latch assembly with the cover removed. In thisPicture, you can see the manual override port (green arrow).

What should I do if my Porsche Carrera convertible is leaking?

If any are cracked or ripped, you should replace them. Replacing the rubber sealing strips is easy, simply remove the Torx bolts that hold each section of rubber to the convertible frame (green arrows) and swap them out for the new ones. The plastic rear window on these cars can also be a source of leaks and wind noise.

When to remove the ECU from a Porsche 996?

If you need to re-flash or change the software on your 996 or 997, it may be necessary to remove the ECU from the car yourself. Please note, these instructions are only for the 1999-2012 model year Porsche 911 and sub-models.

How to replace the regulator on a Porsche Carrera?

The first step in replacing either the regulator or the power window motor is to remove the door panel (see Pelican Technical Article: Porsche 911 Carrera Door Panel Removal ). Make sure that you eliminate the power window switch as a potential problem before you start tearing into your door.

What to do about a broken door handle on a Porsche Carrera?

The 911 Carrera door handles and door lock mechanism take a lot of use and abuse over the years and can experience many different failures. The first step in fixing any door lock or handle problems is to remove the door panel (see Pelican Technical Article: Porsche 911 Carrera Door Panel Removal ).

Where is the handle on a Porsche Boxster?

The two yellow arrows point to the nuts that fasten the door handle to the rear assembly, and the green arrows show the two clips that hold the assembly inside the door. With the door lock mechanism disconnected, you should be able to pull it out of the door.

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