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YOUR RESEARCH2000 996 with 26k miles - replace MAF, plugs and coils?
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Replace any coils
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Install new spark plugs & replace any coils that are damaged.
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Be careful removing spark plugs I assume they are originals, Porsche says change every 5 years to minimize seizing in the head, make sure engine is cold when removing.
2000 996 with 26k miles - replace MAF, plugs and coils?
Replace maf unless you're getting codes
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I wouldn't change the MAF unless you're getting codes from it after the plugs are done.
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Replace plugs
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Going to soon change the plugs but question for you all: the coils are right there on the plugs.
2000 996 with 26k miles - replace MAF, plugs and coils?
Replace spark plug tubes and o-rings as well
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2000 996 with 26k miles - replace MAF, plugs and coils?
Replace every 5 years
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Be careful removing spark plugs I assume they are originals, Porsche says change every 5 years to minimize seizing in the head, make sure engine is cold when removing.
2000 996 with 26k miles - replace MAF, plugs and coils?
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Greetings. Per my previous posts, had my check engine light come on twice this weekend for P1128 & P1130. Going to soon change the plugs but question for you all: the coils are right there on the plugs. The car only has 26k miles on it, but the coils are 18/19 years old. Is it worth dropping about $300 on all new coils as well, or would that be foolish, given such low miles? (That�s $300 for Beru coils. More like $500 for Porsche coils).
Same question for MAF.
Thanks in advance for your replies.
-Jim
Install new spark plugs & replace any coils that are damaged. (Usually cracks or torn spark plug boot) Clear the codes & drive. If the codes return install new Bosch MAF & clear codes.
Be careful removing spark plugs I assume they are originals, Porsche says change every 5 years to minimize seizing in the head, make sure engine is cold when removing.
I would replace all of the coils at the same time even if they look fine. As you said, they are 18 years old and you'll see why I say do them while you're changing the plugs once you get in there and see what it takes. Replace the spark plug tubes and o-rings as well. Make sure to tug on the coil wires when you're done to make sure they're on firmly. They click in but can look like they're in correctly when they're not. It's not fun buttoning everything up only to have to go back in afterwards. Ask me how I know.
I wouldn't change the MAF unless you're getting codes from it after the plugs are done. And then I would try to clean it carefully with MAF cleaner first.
I bought my plugs and coils for my MY2000 from Warehouse33 and they were very reasonable. Use coupon code Rennlist for a 10% discount.
I was about to suggest Warehouse33 but Wyovino beat me to it.
The price has increased slightly, but still you should be able to get 6 Beru coils for just $208 from them with the discount code.
They also offer free shipping if you're not in a hurry.
