Why is my Clutch not working on my Porsche Boxster?

Why is my Clutch not working on my Porsche Boxster?

With a hydraulic clutch system like the one on the Boxster, it can be a bit more difficult to determine the exact problem than with an older-style cable clutch system. Spongy pedals, excessive free play, and grinding noises all indicate problems with the clutch or hydraulic system.

What kind of clutch disc do I need for 1997 Boxster?

Also be sure to only use a spring-centered clutch disc with a non-dual mass flywheel (see Figure 5 ). If you are looking for an easy performance upgrade for your 1997-04 Boxster, you can install the 987 Boxster/Cayman clutch package instead of the stock setup.

Is there a test on a 2003 Porsche Boxster?

The 2003 Porsche Boxster has not been tested. Like what you see? Find the best deal on a Porsche Boxster today. There are for sale near you. Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats.

Can you see the flywheel on a Porsche Boxster?

With the pressure plate removed, you should be able to see the flywheel. The Boxster uses a dual-mass flywheel which is a two-piece component that is bonded together.

With a hydraulic clutch system like the one on the Boxster, it can be a bit more difficult to determine the exact problem than with an older-style cable clutch system. Spongy pedals, excessive free play, and grinding noises all indicate problems with the clutch or hydraulic system.

The 2003 Porsche Boxster has not been tested. Like what you see? Find the best deal on a Porsche Boxster today. There are for sale near you. Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats.

Also be sure to only use a spring-centered clutch disc with a non-dual mass flywheel (see Figure 5 ). If you are looking for an easy performance upgrade for your 1997-04 Boxster, you can install the 987 Boxster/Cayman clutch package instead of the stock setup.

How old is the first generation Porsche Boxster?

Emerging from a combination of “Boxer” engine and “Roadster,” the first-generation Porsche Boxster is heading for being 20 years old. However, the Boxster platform exists right up to the current production 718.

Can you replace the flywheel on a Porsche Boxster?

With the pressure plate removed, you should be able to see the flywheel. The Boxster uses a dual-mass flywheel which is a two-piece component that is bonded together. This changes the natural frequency of the flywheel and reduces vibrations in the engine. Unfortunately, this flywheel can be expensive to replace.

Why does my Porsche Boxster make a grinding noise?

Spongy pedals, excessive free play, and grinding noises all indicate problems with the clutch or hydraulic system. Strange noises that change when you push in the clutch pedal can indicate a pilot bearing or throw-out bearing beginning to fail.

How often should you replace a clutch in a Porsche Boxster?

Typically it’s a wise idea to replace your dual mass flywheel every 100,000 miles or every other clutch replacement. The next step here is to remove the flywheel bolts. You can use a socket and breaker bar along with your flywheel lock. With the bolts removed, your flywheel should be able to be tugged off of the crankshaft.

Can you replace a flywheel on a Porsche Boxster?

LN Engineering also offers the LuK flywheel tester and replacement flywheel bolts to correctly carry out replacement of the clutch, flywheel, and pressure plate on 986/987 Porsche Boxster and 996/997 Porsche 911 models with the M96 or M97 engine. Looking for a lightweight (single mass) flywheel?

Spongy pedals, excessive free play, and grinding noises all indicate problems with the clutch or hydraulic system. Strange noises that change when you push in the clutch pedal can indicate a pilot bearing or throw-out bearing beginning to fail.