Pretty cool that the Carrera S(Lobster) wheels have enough space between spokes that you can actually get in to the caliper bleed valves front and rear without taking the wheels off.

My 05 911 cab had achieved the 2 year status and as such was due for a brake fluid flush/change. Yes, I could have brought it to the dealer. But I thoroughly enjoy DIY maintenance and repairs for the following reasons, in order:

1) Sense of accomplishment and pride in personally taking care of my baby and knowing that it was indeed done and done correctly and with attention to detail.
2) Time spent doing most maintenance is equal or less than the time it takes to drive to the dealer and wait or return there or whatever the grand total of time is. No matter how you slice it dealer service takes a lot of time.
3) Saving money. Not that I can't afford it. But I get a kick out of saving money on things that I can do myself, especially when it gives me sense of pride (see # 1) This is in my blood since I rebuilt a 914 engine with the Haynes Manual and my 2 hands 23 years ago.

So I followed the 996 brake fluid change instructions posted on Renntech.org. Very simple and easy with the right equipment. I used ATE Superblue. Took 1 liter of fluid. Cost me $10 bucks. I also flushed the clutch. (for that I had to remove the left rear wheel) That was a challenge. I almost gave up and stuck with only brakes. Unbelievably tight fit for the hand and the wrench. But I finally figured it out and got it done. So the entire hydraulic system is clean and new. If anyone wants to do this and has any questions feel free to PM me.

 

haha witht he forks ON?

 

That's right. Wheels on!

 

Great information... You might consider using ATE 200 instead of Blue as it is the same fluid but without the pesky blue dye.

 

Did you jack up the car? If not, how did you reach the inboard bleed valves (each caliper has an inboard and outboard bleed valve)?

 

Nice work.

Our five-spoke wheels _are_ good for caliper access.

Also crossed my mind: you know those guys with the little crescent wrenches on their keychains? Would be a fun new craze for them to start: loosening our bleedscrews in parking lots.

 

Wow, really tight fit to get those inboard bleeders. How did you loosen the inboard with the wrench?

 

I am registeresd at Renntech.org, however I am unable to locate the DIY for the project you just did.

Do you have either a link to it or instructions as to how to locate it there?

Thanks much.

 

Answering two questions:

Yes I was able to reach the inboard caliper bleed valve too. Certainly not as easy as the outboard one, but wasn't all too difficult. Just roll the car so the opening in the wheel gives the best access.

The Renntech instructions can be found in the 996 section. Do a search if you can't find it. I'd post the link except I don't have it saved to this computer. Sorry. Process is the same for 997. One exception is that on the 997 the clutch bleed valve is identical size as the brake at 11mm.

Oh, and I used the superblue on purpose. It allows you to readily see when the old fluid has been replaced by the new fluid. Otherwise it would be a complete guess. On my next flush I will use the clear stuff for the same reason. No more blue = fresh fluid.

 

[QUOTE=JW911]Answering two questions:

The Renntech instructions can be found in the 996 section. Do a search if you can't find it. I'd post the link except I don't have it saved to this computer. Sorry. Process is the same for 997. One exception is that on the 997 the clutch bleed valve is identical size as the brake at 11mm.


Found it here:

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=7064

Good info. Thanks.

 

Great info thanks!

btw THinthedesert the link above didn't work fro me.

 

It may be just that you need to be registered & logged into their site.

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?act=home