996 Rear Engine Lid Corrosion Campaign W103 / PAGE 5
Technical Information · 2/00 W103 5
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Technical Information
2/00 W103 5
Scope 1 (cont’d.) 1.5 Spray on the wax preservative in the
same way and in the same areas as the
anti-corrosion fluid was applied. Shake
the spray can vigorously before use.
1.6 Allow the sprayed-on wax preservative to
at for approximately 3 minutes. The
covering can be removed during this
waiting period. After 3 minutes, wipe off
the excess wax preservative with a
cleaning cloth.
1.7 Close the lid. Check the vehicle exterior Figure 1
for soiling due to the spraying work. Clean it if necessary.
1.8 Enter the recall campaign into the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet.
Scope 2: Grind off corrosion on the inner side of to rear lid, primer the exposed areas, seal folded seam and
repaint.
Parts Information:
Part Number Description Dealer Cost Warranty Rate
000 043 204 38 Sealant (enough for approximately 4 lids) $16.71 $23.39
--- Adhesive tape
--- Use cleaning, priming and painting materials as per the Porsche Paint
Manual, Group L 4
Note: Sealant reimbursed at 1/4th the Warranty rate.
Tools:
Ratchet with extension and 10mm socket
Torque wrench
Handheld electric drill or straight grinder
Steel-bristle round brush (for drill or grinder)
Small paintbrush
Cleaning Cloth
Repair Procedure:
2. Clean the outside of the rear lid.
2.1 Remove the rear lid.
- Unplug the electrical wiring harness and unclip it from the pneumatic spring
- Mark the position of the hinges, then unbolt the lid.
CAUTION
Danger of injury when grinding with the steel-wire brush.
> Wear protective goggles and gloves when grinding.
2.2 Place the lid on a soft, clean surface and pull off the seal.
2.3 If there is corrosion present at the lid lock top part, unscrew the latch mechanism.
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