The part number for the active carbon filter is 996.571.219.01. The active carbon filter reduces the air pollution by using charcoal in the filter.

To replace the existing filter with the new one you must open the front trunk, remove the battery cover. It is in the middle at the top and has two ***** that you turn to remove. Once it is off you remove the black plastic cover to the left of the battery. It requires that you remove a single Torx screw so you will need a Torx screwdriver. Once you remove the cover you will see the filter to the left rear. It is about 10X6 or so. Simply remove the old filter and replace it with the new one. Then reverse the process on the covers and you are done. It will take less than five minutes start to finish.

Note that changing the filter is part of the standard maintenance cycle for the Boxster. If you don't tell your service department that you use the carbon filter, they could easily replace it with a standard one when you go in for your periodic service, and charge you for the downgrade! Or they could replace the carbon filter you just installed.

 

Thanks for the info.

 

There is a 'how to' on the other more indepth 987 Chassis site. Many how to articles and photos of regular maintenance items. Not to detract from your write up just want to make sure people know all the sources of info for us 987 series guys.

 

Very good. Just to add, while you're there remove the other cowl cover and be sure the basins are free of debris/trach (plant stuff) and the water drains clear.

Also while you're thinking about it raise the top (Boxster) into service position and check the rear basins/drains.

Sincerely,

Macster.

 

Replaced the filter on Friday. Very easy, but was surprised at the crap that was in there. I don't know if a critter was in there or if the intake sucked it in, but it was full of bird seed.

 

Great point, you can never get enough knowledge with plenty of different resources out there.

 

So what are some of the 987 sites people like for mechanical info?

 

The former Cayman Club site now known as Planet-9.com. Also PPBB (Porsche Pete's Boxster Board) has more than enough knowledge as well. Again, not to take away from Rennlist but for specifics about 987's those are two great sites.

For everything else Rennlist!

 

Thanks Tetzlafh.

 

How does one clear the rear drains (and front for that matter)? Thanks!

 

Once the drain basins are exposed a shop vacuum can be used. Be gentle. The basins are made out of styrofoam like material and you don't want to crack one or poke a hole in one.

I've never had to do this but if you suspect one or more drain holes plugged up get a small diameter lenght of vinyl tubing and snake it down or better yet up (from under the car) to physically push -- but don't force anything! -- the debris out of the holes.

Once you think drains are clear pour some water into the basin and verify the water drains to the hole and out the bottom of the car to the ground.

Sincerely,

Macster.

 

Thanks for the tips!

 

Thanks!

 

Thanks! Every little bit saved means MORE time on the track!

 

When replacing my air filter the rubber grommet that holds the hex crew in broke. Does anyone know the part number to replace this? I cannot find the part on pelican parts.