Dead Battery - How do you jump start this thing?
02-19-2010 | 02:28 AM
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Dead Battery - How do you jump start this thing?
I have my baby in storage for the winter and went to start it last weekend. The lights came on but it couldn't crank. I think I still have enough juice to get the hood open. What is the safest way to jump start a 997TT?
02-19-2010 | 02:47 AM
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It is covered in the owner's manual.
There are terminals in the boot for connections for jumper cables...or you can just go directly to the battery (traditional method) under the bonnet.
There are terminals in the boot for connections for jumper cables...or you can just go directly to the battery (traditional method) under the bonnet.
02-19-2010 | 08:49 AM
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You should make sure that your battery is not damaged first. If it has a short like condition, you
should not attempt to jump start it.
Connect positives first, then negative to good battery or charger, last negative to ground on car body,
(door latch is good- on the car body, not on the door).
Like previously posted, it is on the manual.
should not attempt to jump start it.
Connect positives first, then negative to good battery or charger, last negative to ground on car body,
(door latch is good- on the car body, not on the door).
Like previously posted, it is on the manual.
02-19-2010 | 07:40 PM
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If so, the 997 no longer has the B+ connection point like the 996 did. On the 997 models it is on the transmission if N/A and the starter if "Turbo". Battery is the only option for jump starting on the 997 model range, too bad, I liked the jump point in the engine compartment on the 996's.
02-20-2010 | 12:48 PM
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By boot do you mean engine compartment? If so, the 997 no longer has the B+ connection point like the 996 did. On the 997 models it is on the transmission if N/A and the starter if "Turbo". Battery is the only option for jump starting on the 997 model range, too bad, I liked the jump point in the engine compartment on the 996's.
If so, the 997 no longer has the B+ connection point like the 996 did. On the 997 models it is on the transmission if N/A and the starter if "Turbo". Battery is the only option for jump starting on the 997 model range, too bad, I liked the jump point in the engine compartment on the 996's.My apologies. I forgot which Turbo forum I was in at 1AM ...
02-20-2010 | 12:52 PM
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My 997 was also dead, dead, dead last week because I had neglected to attach the trickle charger. After I did, and let it charge a few hours, it still wouldn't crank. Went to jump it, battery to battery with jumper car running; still no good. Finally attached the NEG terminal to the car frame near the battery and bang, it started. Left the trickle charger on for a week after that. It's fine but these German batteries are known to be crap.
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02-20-2010 | 01:15 PM
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I hate to say this but you might have ruined your battery. Unlike when we were kids, watching Dad mess with the family car, today's STARTER batteries don't work at 100% after going completely dead. Yes, you'll probably be able to start the car with them, but in a difficult situation, like multiple starts, or freezing cold, or using PCM when parked, they might quit on you. Bummer. It's touch and go with that battery now. You might be okay for a while. I hope so.
02-20-2010 | 01:40 PM
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I made the mistake of NOT using a trickle charger and had to buy a new battery. Needless to say I use it all the time and the battery is always ready to go no matter how many weeks it sits without being started. Here is what I use.
http://www.suncoastparts.com/product//95504490054.html
http://www.suncoastparts.com/product//95504490054.html
01-31-2020 | 11:07 AM
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Just noticed. The original post is 2010. Does that mean his car has been sitting for 10 years??? LOL
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01-31-2020 | 11:24 AM
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Your battery may be toast. How old is it? If you can get it out, then take it to a local FLAPS and have it tested.
If you do not have it attached to a trickle charger, in the future when it is stored, do so. It will save your battery.
Ed
If you do not have it attached to a trickle charger, in the future when it is stored, do so. It will save your battery.
Ed
02-01-2020 | 03:57 PM
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