chapman6264

Hi,

Anyone know if 2006 997 has a dipstick to check oil level or can this check only be done electronically? Took a quick look and glance through the owner's manual and my guess is electronic only...true?

Thanks!

Randy

Cope

You're right, electronic only.

No HTwo O

And I find them (electronic dip sticks) to be very accurate if used properly.

CBejbl

Change to the '09s. No longer can you check it with the key/ignition at startup. Engine has to be warm, car must be stationary. Toggle through the computer and check it when you get to the "oil" section.

Works fine, but takes a long time....at least 1 minute.

Edgy01

The DI engines are getting back to the days of the dry sump systems, in that you have to have the engine at idle for awhile to get a good oil level measurement. Only the 996 and 997 (M96, M97) engines (non GT and Turbo) have to be measured this way,--with the engine off.

Bob in NY

make sure the car is on level ground or you will get low readings. At least that's what happens to my car.

Likemystoppie?

Is behind the wheel!

Bob in NY

I thought that was the loose nut behind the wheel.....

Likemystoppie?

I definately have some screws loose for hangin wit dis bunch!!

_Nathan

Anyone know if 2008 997 has an engine? I took a quick look under the hood and it wasn't there.

Thanks!

Nathan

abe

we have "the porsche comedy club" and has a sense of humor. Keep in mind I am one of those who found it challenging to find the dip stick in the 83SC....it took me hours because I refused to look it up in the owners manual. As most of you know, the dip stick is in the same place where you pour the oil...
abe

Mike J

Ok, Ok, good humour....the story is that Randy came over to my shop to look over his new car (he had it for only three days). We put it on the hoist, checked out the car, and we wanted to check out what the oil looked like. There is no way to get at the oil without opening a plug or draining some oil, so being an "old" 911 guy I took a quick look for the dipstick.....and that is why Randy asked the question.

I have rebuilt a 993 engine from the crank up, removed several 911 engines, done clutches, suspension, brakes, interiors, etc. but this is the first 997 that I had the pleasure of putting on my lift. I find it amazing that Porsche removed the dipstick...to me that is nuts!

Is there any quick way to see what the oil looks like (i.e. dirty/clean) without dropping the oil? I could crack a drain but is there another way?

Cheers,

Mike

chapman6264

Thanks to all the helpful replies.

Still on the topic of oil atleast, I notice a bit of oil leakage through the rear main seal. Its not dripping though - looks fairly minor. How much is normal for a car with about 12k miles on it? Has this been an issue with 997s? I know it has been an issue in the past with older 911s.

Mike J

Hey Randy, welcome to Rennlist!

Cheers,

Mike

chapman6264

Hey Mike,

Thanks! I was thinking Nathan should be able to get an engine under warranty don't you think?

Randy