jnor10

Wanted to share this DIY as my dooor handles seals were looking quite bad. I actually had some small pieces break looose due to their brittleness. There was an article in Excellence 3-4 months ago that detailed the steps on a 944.

Well, the goood news is, the 993 is easier. Basically, remove the interior door panal (see P-car DIY), pull a corner of the weatherseal to access the interior of the door, remove two small screws that hold a black plastic shield over the lock mechanism, remove handle, replace seal and re-assemble.









I'd estimate 1-1/2 hr per door, but I always end up finding things to clean while I'm in there. Part numbers are:

993-537-631-00 @ $7.00 for two/Sunset
993-537-621-00 @ $16.00 for two



Very happy with the results...give it a try

Jeff

chris walrod

I typically do this as a detailing measure from time to time. It really makes a difference to this area of the car.

Thanks for sharing your DIY

CarmG993

Very interesting. I haven't pulled the handles off, but I must admit, a good detailing around the handles, removing all old wax and gunk, makes a noticeable difference.

Arena993

Good DIY I do this as well when I do a major detail. What I like best is you can buff out all the fingernail scratches in the door recess with the handle removed.

f8vr993

Thanks for posting this.
Got the parts and finally doing it over the thanksgiving wknd...

KMASS993

Be warned that if the handle bolts are rusted, this can be a much longer project than 1/2 hr... Took me all day to get one side off

friar93

Churchill

The trigger pull mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated -- makes a world of difference in how the door operation feels.