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ChicagoSpeed996

Is it confirmed that 997.2 throw an error message due to the hill hold or some other feature?

Petza914

I read that in one of the threads on this but can't personally test it since both of mine are .1s. It's literally a 2 min job to remove the switch and tape the plunger closed to test it. Go for it and let us know. Check the clutch-out starting and cruise control shut off functionality along with the general driveability and let us know.

ChicagoSpeed996

Ok, made up the jumper last night. Will try it today.

ChicagoSpeed996

my findings three miles into the journey.
997.2 clutch delay switch removal results

Petza914

Ah - bummer.

You can probably find someone to even swap you a .1 for your .2 so you can have the better clutch experience.

Could you tell a difference when driving it?

ChicagoSpeed996

yes I could. It was more linear and more like a traditional manual. Unfortunately I won't be keeping it that way.

dan!

Well, I finally got around to the simple mod of bypassing the clutch pedal switch, as described in this (and other) threads: https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...ay-switch.html

The exhaust note tone is now consistent throughout the rev range, and throughout the clutch pedal travel. No throaty, farty sound at all. It seems the audible difference I was hearing was due to the retarded timing during clutch pedal use. I definitely like the sound better this way.

However, as one would expect, starting off from first gear is bit different now. It really feels much more like a "difficult" sports car, which is good I choose to drive a manual transmission sports car because of the intimate physical relationship between human and machine. To start off smoothly, it now seems the car wants a bit more revs and gas pedal, or a bit slower clutch release.

I'm going to try this out for a little while, but I anticipate keeping it this way. Curious what percentage of 997.1 MT owners have done the same?