SConn

Oh my gosh! Did you know this happened? Had they told you? I would have been livid!

ericmeds

Found out a couple years after it happened during a DIY air filter change. As expected, the dealer gave me the runaround.

Is there a better fix for this? I would be hesitant to change the bumper cover being it's original and pristine.

Felt like I was going to bend something forcing it back in. I suppose next time will hit it with WD40 in each spot...

SConn

Well, I'd think the tape may fail after a time. Could try some JB weld underneath to reinforce it? I agree with not replacing it just for that, but it may cause problems down the road that will require a replacement. I don't know.. But that is just so dishonest on their part!

freeman

I am 76 years and purchased all my 6 Porsches new.. Though I have equipment, I am no longer physically able to perform an oil change. I cannot even detail my 2015 991 GTS .properly, nor change the oil. Other than taking it back to independents (which we do not have) or the dealer, how do I accomplish an oil change?.

ericmeds

I think you could certainly find a smaller or mom/pop garage that will do it for you in lieu of a Porsche specific independent. It is a pretty basic job - single drain plug then pop out the fans to get to the filter.

Best bet is to print / study the link below and bring it with you -
http://truedriverscar.com/docs/991_oilChange

Order the filter & oring kit since garages will not have this -
https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/PK997POINT2.html

visitador

Not really a maintenance quirk, but a reminder for 991.1 owners with pdk transmission. If you are changing a base steering wheel to the sport design with paddle shifters, remember to take it to your dealer (or remind your dealer) to program the computer so that when you push both paddle shifters, the transmission goes to neutral. A novice technician at the dealer may not even know about it

Scott in NC

Thanks for linking to that helpful DIY guide!

0luke1

I’m 16 years younger than you and hope to still be in a 911 when I get to where you are now. Glad you’re keeping your priorities straight!

Class5Kayaker

Freeman,

I live less than two hours from you (Niceville) and you're more than welcome to take a drive to my neck of the woods and I'll gladly do any standard/scheduled maintenance for you for FREE. Seriously, just bring the parts/supplies and be ready to tell me a few interesting life stories while I'm wrenching on your car.

ericmeds

Haha that is very nice of you!

We should be doing this kind of thing more as a community - as well as events and/or group drives. I don't feel like PCA does enough.

ericmeds

Speaking of maintenance - have you done the belts yourself?

Class5Kayaker

Yes. The detailed 991.1 Serp Belt DIY thread is one I created.

https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1043...ement-diy.html

97supratt

That's because the oil in the oil cooler and lines will drain if you raise the front.

Mine is the PITA oil reader inside the car. You have to wait until operating temps, then you add the additional oil and have to wait until it reads the additional oil. I miss dip sticks.

ericmeds

Agreed - the electronic oil thing is a bit flaky at times.

Also seems to reset itself if I merely open the oil cap (?)

Rich_Jenkins

As I understand, the concept is, you may or may not have added oil if you elevate the "hood" (not sure about the cap). Point being the system makes that assumption and re-initiates the algorithm (whatever it is) to measure the oil.

Perhaps someone could confirm...?