991 Maintenance Quirks!
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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...
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...
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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!
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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?.
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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?.
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
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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
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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
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
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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?.
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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?.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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Speaking of maintenance - have you done the belts yourself?
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.
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.
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Originally Posted by ericmeds
Speaking of maintenance - have you done the belts yourself?
https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1043...ement-diy.html
Last edited by Class5Kayaker; May 28, 2020 at 02:48 PM.
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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.
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Agreed - the electronic oil thing is a bit flaky at times.
Also seems to reset itself if I merely open the oil cap (?)
Also seems to reset itself if I merely open the oil cap (?)
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.
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.
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Perhaps someone could confirm...?
