Repair or replace the starter

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My cable had no signs of corrosion, so I replaced only the starter and that fixed the hot start/no crank issue. Fortunately for me, the PO replaced both the battery and the alternator trying to address the issue.

Alternator-starter cable replacement simplifiedreported fixed

I had the same issue and after two batteries and three testing of the alternator I replaced the starter and problem solved. Pull you alternator and have it tested, if it tests good consider replacing your starter. Lot of DIY information on it.

Sporadic Starting When Hotreported fixed

is the most likely problem. But also check the gound strap from the engine to the body, make sure the contacts are clean and good. I was having issues with my starter. First I replaced the battery, no real effect. Then I replaced the starter, still had problems. Then on the advice of another owner I checked the ground strap, took it off, cleaned everything up and reinstalled it, problem was gone.

Starter or battery issue? (Solved with new battery)reported fixed

I had the same thing, sometimes it made the noise other times it didn't. I had the starter replaced and problem solved. Don't know how you'd trouble shoot it, my garage knew it was the starter straight away. Cost �300 supplied and fitted in UK ($560ish)

Loud squeaking noise when startreported fixed

Well, Finally got back to the car today. I went ahead and replaced the Starter cable from the Jump terminal to the starter (short cable) and it has seemed to fixed the problem. The job really wasn't that big of a deal. Took my time and everything seemed to go well. One suggestion I do have is make sure you pay attention to all the little vacuum lines they can make a big difference on how the car runs after getting it back together. Do

996 starter replacementreported fixed · Original poster

Interesting. I'm on the fence right now on replacing more battery/starter cables. The y-cable is new, along with the starter (done last month). If the issue persists with slow start when heat soaked, I'll have to scope out a more thorough wiring update. If only it was easier to get to those parts, the work itself isn't very bad!

Crankshaft Position Sensor Diagnosisunresolved

ks�at same time. Is that normal behavior for that relay where it is unlocking the ABILTY to start�. Saw other posts talking to jumping pin 30 to 87 and engine (starter) should crank� when I jump those pins, nothing happens, other than the dash voltmeter moving slightly. So still not fully understanding the system. Makes me think it�s one of two things: I installed the ignition switch wrong if the start lock relay actually should not function (click) when key is turned to on, but only when turned to start position. Or�.the

996 Stall / Startup Problemsunresolved

ads 12 Ohms, which is correct per the repair manual. We replaced the transponder but the car still won't start. When we hard ground the control terminal on the starter relay the starter runs but the engine will not start. We are not getting any codes now but the car still does not crank. If we get the cheap PIWIS tools mentioned here: https://rennlist.com/forums/997-foru...only-75-a.html will we be able detect the presence of the key with the rfid pill when it is inserted in the ingntion switch?

Help - Non-start Problemunresolved · Original poster

OK. So I have successfully installed a new Alternator/Starter cable. I followed the directions here: http://www.renntech.org/forums/tutor...e-replacement/ with one BIG change. I was able to pull the cable out through the space between the AC compressor and the intake manifold (towards the charging pole) without loosening/removing the AC compressor. This is on a '99 996 cabriolet. I'm not sure if that is relevant or no

Updated Alternator/Starter cablesuggestion

Could be corroded Y-cable that runs to strter and alternator - usually corrods at the starter connection Y-location. If this is the case, replace the cabe.

2002 996 slow cranking | new battery installedsuggestion

I have a 996 starter that ... 1) tested just fine on the bench: connects 12V to big terminal, Ground to body of starter, jump 12 volts to small terminal (Ignition) and bendix gear jumps out, and starter spins. 2) Install it in the engine sitting outside the car, connect 12V to large terminal, ground to body of engine at the starter, connect 12V to the small terminal: Starter mo

Starter works on bench, does not in car, why?suggestion · Original poster

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99660701901

are you talking about the wire that goes from the alternator to the starter? If so.. I just replaced this wire and I have the part # its 996 607 019 01 In my AOS replacement thread I came across a severly corroded wire. https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...adventure.html

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99660410301

I mentioned that I replaced my starter, and in fact that was the reason I replaced the cable, slow to no hot starts with the occasional screeching starter motor. The new starter came from Amazon; brand new Bosch # SR0808N, with part number 996 604 103 01; $207 2 day delivery. Same exact starter that Porsche used, but $1,000 cheaper than a Porsche branded one. ** Update - I dissected my old start

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99610622652

I'm almost halfway there. I've got the alternator out and am on my way to the starter and aos. So far i have only broken the joining socket, part number 996 106 226 52. When i broke that and the coolant came out, i was like wtf? The clamps that hold that hose on looked to be something that i couldn't replace, but once i got the belt off and the other crap, it doesn't look as difficult. I guess i might as well replace the plugs while things a

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99661511200

was suggested to remove the start relay and move one of the other relays in that spot. But I thought I would check the part numbers on that, and I see that the starter relay has it's own unique part number unlike the other relays. S1 141951253B Relay - DME S2 141951253B Relay ignition S3 99661510200 Relay Spoiler S4 99965701890 Relay Air Conditioner S5 99661511200 Relay Rear Window Heating S7 99661511000 Relay Starter S8 141951253B Relay Blower Engine Compartment S9 99661510200 Relay Spoiler S10 99361511501 Relay Secondar

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99661511000

was suggested to remove the start relay and move one of the other relays in that spot. But I thought I would check the part numbers on that, and I see that the starter relay has it's own unique part number unlike the other relays. S1 141951253B Relay - DME S2 141951253B Relay ignition S3 99661510200 Relay Spoiler S4 99965701890 Relay Air Conditioner S5 99661511200 Relay Rear Window Heating S7 99661511000 Relay Starter S8 141951253B Relay Blower Engine Compartment S9 99661510200 Relay Spoiler S10 99361511501 Relay Secondar

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99661510200

was suggested to remove the start relay and move one of the other relays in that spot. But I thought I would check the part numbers on that, and I see that the starter relay has it's own unique part number unlike the other relays. S1 141951253B Relay - DME S2 141951253B Relay ignition S3 99661510200 Relay Spoiler S4 99965701890 Relay Air Conditioner S5 99661511200 Relay Rear Window Heating S7 99661511000 Relay Starter S8 141951253B Relay Blower Engine Compartment S9 99661510200 Relay Spoiler S10 99361511501 Relay Secondar

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