First repair on my 996
08-22-2005, 05:28 PM
#16
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Check to see whether the previous owner had the coolant expansion tank replaced outside of warranty. If so then the PART should be warrantied and you should be able to get it replaced.
My car (00 cab) was still under warranty when the expansion tank cracked and leaked. I remember going through three tanks before they finally installed a "new design" tank that hasn't cracked yet. The two replacement "old design" tanks cracked within 6 months.
My car (00 cab) was still under warranty when the expansion tank cracked and leaked. I remember going through three tanks before they finally installed a "new design" tank that hasn't cracked yet. The two replacement "old design" tanks cracked within 6 months.
08-22-2005, 05:56 PM
#17
I ordered my tank from Sunset for under $200. Run a search,the exact figures are in a previous post.
It's a fairly straight forward DIY, the only hard part is wiggling the tank out, I cut off the tab (it's only neccessary for turbo cars) on the new tank, and it went in very quickly. If you decide to do the work yourself shoot me a note I'll gladly help out.
It's a fairly straight forward DIY, the only hard part is wiggling the tank out, I cut off the tab (it's only neccessary for turbo cars) on the new tank, and it went in very quickly. If you decide to do the work yourself shoot me a note I'll gladly help out.
08-22-2005, 06:46 PM
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I replaced my tank about 3 months ago. The tank was about $180 from Sunset Porsche, $50 or so for 1 gallon of coolant from a local Porsche dealer (need less than 1 gallon) and $60 for my local mechanic. It is a fairly straight forward job; some wiggling and R&R of fuel lines. There are colored DIYs on the web and you really can't go wrong.
08-22-2005, 06:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Dr_KarlB
When i bought my 2001 C4 from a private party, i got a Porsche PPI.
As it only had 5000 miles on it they said they could extend the warranty for me.
There were LOTS of classes (bronze thru gold plus i think)
This was power train only for the basic, or most things except electric motors (?), thru the works bumper to bumper.
Perhaps you got the cheap version ??
As it only had 5000 miles on it they said they could extend the warranty for me.
There were LOTS of classes (bronze thru gold plus i think)
This was power train only for the basic, or most things except electric motors (?), thru the works bumper to bumper.
Perhaps you got the cheap version ??
08-22-2005, 07:08 PM
#20
Originally Posted by AlexL.
So you're saying that Porsche does not honor the warranty on Certified Cars on certain items? That would be a HUGE deal to me if that is the case because I am considering a certified car but of course it is MUCH more expensive than others I have seen. I am willing to pay a bit more for the peace of mind knowing that if I need to replace my coolant tank for instance it would be done so at no cost to me......
Have others had these issues with certified cars. If so, this changes EVERYTHING.......
Have others had these issues with certified cars. If so, this changes EVERYTHING.......
Coolant tanks are not covered, nor are cooling system hoses. I replaced mine DIY on my 996, paid to have it done on my Boxster. Renntech has good DIY instructions. It is a bit of a job; part costs about $240 retail, plus $50 or so for coolant.
08-22-2005, 07:20 PM
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Perhaps.. lol!
Originally Posted by Dr_KarlB
When i bought my 2001 C4 from a private party, i got a Porsche PPI.
As it only had 5000 miles on it they said they could extend the warranty for me.
There were LOTS of classes (bronze thru gold plus i think)
This was power train only for the basic, or most things except electric motors (?), thru the works bumper to bumper.
Perhaps you got the cheap version ??
As it only had 5000 miles on it they said they could extend the warranty for me.
There were LOTS of classes (bronze thru gold plus i think)
This was power train only for the basic, or most things except electric motors (?), thru the works bumper to bumper.
Perhaps you got the cheap version ??
08-22-2005, 07:27 PM
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The total is $789.36 which includes the following:
996-106-147-56 Water Reservoir - $257.83
996-106-447-01 Water Tank Cap - $23.88
996-624-505-02 Throttle control GUI (I don't know what this is for) -1.30
4 hours labor @ $115.00
Hazard disposal $32.20
Also, but fell under the cheap version CPO Warranty, as follows:
996-106-011-54 as water pump
996-106-340-54 gasket water pump
000-043-300-88 Antifreeze 3.79l
2 hours labor
As I pull to my driveway I thought I heard a chime but I didn't see a light indicator on the dash. I decide to wipe the car down then check to see if my resevoir was actually a new one. Upon inspection, I noticed the reservoir fluid level is lower than it's ever been. Of course the dealership is closed now. Should I add water or not drive it for the rest of this week( I don't have time to go back to the dealer again)?
996-106-147-56 Water Reservoir - $257.83
996-106-447-01 Water Tank Cap - $23.88
996-624-505-02 Throttle control GUI (I don't know what this is for) -1.30
4 hours labor @ $115.00
Hazard disposal $32.20
Also, but fell under the cheap version CPO Warranty, as follows:
996-106-011-54 as water pump
996-106-340-54 gasket water pump
000-043-300-88 Antifreeze 3.79l
2 hours labor
As I pull to my driveway I thought I heard a chime but I didn't see a light indicator on the dash. I decide to wipe the car down then check to see if my resevoir was actually a new one. Upon inspection, I noticed the reservoir fluid level is lower than it's ever been. Of course the dealership is closed now. Should I add water or not drive it for the rest of this week( I don't have time to go back to the dealer again)?
08-22-2005, 07:49 PM
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Right, but it's way below "Min". I can barely see the fluid inside.
Originally Posted by Eli K
It's an overflow reservoir, so the flud level will be somewhat different each time you drive the car....
08-22-2005, 08:34 PM
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Porsche CPO is NOT an aftermarket warranty and does NOT have levels. No such thing as the "cheap" version
Just letting you know what i was offered by Sonnen Porsche in Mill Valley when i got the PPI done.
It was an extension of the Porsche factory warranty which hadnt expired, and there were choices on the level of coverage. Began at about $2500, and was ~$4000 for the full deal for an extra 3-years (i think)
Just letting you know what i was offered by Sonnen Porsche in Mill Valley when i got the PPI done.
It was an extension of the Porsche factory warranty which hadnt expired, and there were choices on the level of coverage. Began at about $2500, and was ~$4000 for the full deal for an extra 3-years (i think)
08-22-2005, 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Dr_KarlB
Porsche CPO is NOT an aftermarket warranty and does NOT have levels. No such thing as the "cheap" version
Just letting you know what i was offered by Sonnen Porsche in Mill Valley when i got the PPI done.
It was an extension of the Porsche factory warranty which hadnt expired, and there were choices on the level of coverage. Began at about $2500, and was ~$4000 for the full deal for an extra 3-years (i think)
Just letting you know what i was offered by Sonnen Porsche in Mill Valley when i got the PPI done.
It was an extension of the Porsche factory warranty which hadnt expired, and there were choices on the level of coverage. Began at about $2500, and was ~$4000 for the full deal for an extra 3-years (i think)
08-22-2005, 11:43 PM
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huh?
08-23-2005, 05:00 PM
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DC,
I chickened out last August when mine completely failed and left my car in the garage until the parts got here.
You will have noticeable leakage over your left rear exhaust tip and a puddle in your garage. It took a week for my leak to get serious enough for me to stop driving.
It went from a drip to a stream in a week. You could carry around a water bottle and refill it if it is not bad. But order parts now.
My prior post should be a typical independent shop price. My new tank was definitely the reinforced version so make sure you are not getting the old design.
I chickened out last August when mine completely failed and left my car in the garage until the parts got here.
You will have noticeable leakage over your left rear exhaust tip and a puddle in your garage. It took a week for my leak to get serious enough for me to stop driving.
It went from a drip to a stream in a week. You could carry around a water bottle and refill it if it is not bad. But order parts now.
My prior post should be a typical independent shop price. My new tank was definitely the reinforced version so make sure you are not getting the old design.