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YOUR RESEARCHNew 996 owner with a few questions
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It�s possible the disconnected the hose/hoses to do the repair and forgot to reconnect.
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Before delivery, I had the IMSB replaced along with the A/O separator.
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Wierd, every other car I�ve had with a system like this used vacuum, not air pressure...
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Tonight I tried to replace the broken parking light on the passenger side.
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Hi everyone, I fulfilled a lifelong dream and purchased a 2003 Carrera 2 in Guards Red (I'd like to thank the deer that totaled my motorcycle for this purchase). It has some cool options like sport seats, red seat belts, and the sport exhaust. Before delivery, I had the IMSB replaced along with the A/O separator. The mechanic told me the clutch was in near new condition (46,000+ miles on the car). I'm not sure if it was replaced or not so I opted to skip a replacement based on his advice. Unfortunately, the sport seats are a bit narrow for me. I'm going to try and get used to them, otherwise I may swap out for standard seats and keep the sport seats for autox and DE.
First question - the dealer said they fixed a rattle in the exhaust by having it welded in the "right place". I assume this means they welded the flaps open? It's loud and glorious, but I would love to be able to quiet it on startup when I leave early in the morning. As such, the button on the dash does nothing. Is this something I can have brought back to original? If not, is there aftermarket brands that work with the dash button?
Next, my interval wiper does not work - the wipers stay on constantly. I assume maybe it's the round dial that may not be working correctly?
How can I check that the rear spoiler works? I only had it over 70mph on the highway briefly at night and could not tell by looking in the rearview.
Finally, thanks to this forum I purchased the iSimple TranzIt BLU to add to the Bose CDR23 system, so I'll be visiting a few threads this winter as I work out how to install it. I'm happy with the stock sound, so this seems like the most cost effective solution to get hands free and streaming music.
Anyway, here's "Reddy" (thanks to my 6 year old daughter who named it - I think she loves it more than me!)
It sounds like they welded the sport exhaust system in the open position. Maybe they can show you (or you can look for a weld spot) to see what they did.
The wipers, stalk in up position is regular wipe, next up is fast wiping. Down one position is where the interval wiping occurs, and the dash dial determines the speed.
Look at the fuse panel next to your left leg...there is a flat manual button for the spoiler. Push it and the spoiler will go up.
Ah, thanks!
I'll shoot a quick email to the dealer (great guy, retired pro racer) about the exhaust. I did have the wiper stalk in the correct position - 1 down from off. turning the delay dial does nothing.
Thank you.
Congrats - super sharp looking car!
As someone else said, make sure you're putting the wiper lever one click DOWN for the interval to work.
As for the spoiler - ignore the comments about that switch in the footwell (it will help you verify but isn't nearly as fun). I check mine each time I get on an on ramp. Once you hit 74mph it will come up. It goes back down around 38 I believe.
Without seeing your exhaust its hard to say what they welded. I would be surprised if they welded it open, as the sport exhaust is fairly uncommon and very expensive to completely replace. My guess is that the solenoid isn't closing the valve for one reason or another - but the rattle/weld was unrelated. You can do some visual inspection from under the car - or go back and ask them for specifics.
Why would you suggest that he ignores the comment about the switch in the footwell? It's a switch, there is nothing to ignore about that. Also how do you check yours when you get on a ramp? You can't see it from inside the car.
Awesome car! I have a soft-spot in my heart for guards red Porsche's!
Everyone's already answered your technical questions, but the spoiler goes up at 75 and down at 37, it's in the owner's manual.
Don't forget, "DRIVE IT LIKE YOU STOLE IT"!
Thanks!
Where do I find this relay?
Thanks. I'm not going to get rid of them. I'm just going swap them in for autox events and track days. Or I might just have to loose weight as it will be cheaper, lol.
Thanks! I'll make sure to approach redline at least once a
week
day to keep her throat clear
But driving is a more fun way to test.
When I had an adjustable spoiler, I could see when it was in the up position during the day in the rear view mirror.
I have to say, should never ignore anything that has a purpose. For the record, I only use manual spoiler switch when driving on mountain roads in order for cooling and downforce despite dropping below 37mph. There are hairpins and then open straights without hitting 74mph. Thus, having it manually up keeps the car planted in the odd speeds. Anyway, you can see it through rearview, tip of it sticks up.
You have a nice car mate, and you will enjoy. Trusting, of course, you do not let it be a garage queen. They like being wrung out.
I was being slightly sarcastic. A much more satisfying way to verify proper operation is to drive your car fast.
I wasn't aware of this, learn something new every day. A few other people have since posted that the C2 spoiler should still be visible though - so I stand behind my earlier advice.
I can't see the spoiler on my 99 C2, but I know it works since I have a picture if it at speed with the spoiler automatically deployed. I am 6ft tall, but I have Euro GT3 seats installed, so maybe I sit a little lower.
I have a pair of comfort seats from a 2004 turbo, Black leather, lumbar heat etc... that you can have if you come pick them up before next weekend. We are moving and I DON'T WANT TO LUG THEM AROUND anymore.
So I've been fixing minute issues here and there, like new radio ***** and frunk struts. Tonight I tried to replace the broken parking light on the passenger side. Got the lighting unit out no problem, but I'll be damned if it doesn't feel like the access cover is glued in place. I nearly destroyed it trying to remove it. It's still on there right as ever. Any suggestions?
I really don't remember, but could it be that you turn it to the left to unlock, and then to the right to lock it in?
No wait...the manual says: Parking light -
PULL
parking light holder out of the headlight reflector, then after replacing bulb,
PRESS
holder into the reflector.
One thing I don�t see mentioned is to make sure the pse hoses are a pneumatic system, so when you push the dash mounted pse button, it sends air threw the tubes (connected to the top of the muffler) which causes the flaps to open. It�s possible the disconnected the hose/hoses to do the repair and forgot to reconnect. I always start with the free/easy fixes first before you start replacing parts.
Good liuck, pretty car � enjoy!
I was alone in the car when I first had it out and wanted to make sure the spoiler was up. I can't see the spoiler in my C2 Cab, so I held my phone up and took a pic with the viewer facing camera (so I could see it was aimed correctly). Might work in a coupe, lol.
Got the access port out and changed the light. I don't know if it was the WD-40 or the fact I saw a small reinforced area to apply pressure.
As for the spoiler, I forgot to mention I was able to see it through the rearview, so yes, it works!
Next step is to install my iSimple Transit BLU. I may document it and post here.
I clearly see the top of my spoiler in the rear-view when it's up. I'm tall, with the seat all the way back though. Maybe depends on your seat position!
Well, my car decided it longer wanted to hold it's coolant. Is this stream coming from the water pump area? I heard a weird ticking noise during my drive, I guess it was the water pump saying sayonara?
