Boxster (986) F6-2.5L (1998)
Clutch Pedal Assembly: All Technical Service Bulletins
Clutch Pedal - Various Types of Noises
Boxster
1a/00
3005
6-1-01
Binder - 3, Manual Transmission
This bulletin replaces bulletin Group 3, # 1/00 dated 9/8/00.
Clutch Pedal Noises (MY '98 - On)
Vehicle Type:
Boxster / Boxster S
Model Year:
As of 1998 (W)
Concern:
Noises during actuation of the clutch pedal
Information:
When operating the clutch pedal, various types of noises may occur. When diagnosing the noise, leave the drivers door open. This will allow you to
detect any noises that may be external in nature.
Important Note:
The previous bulletin should not have included MY' 97 Boxsters.
Please refer to Boxster Technical Manual; Group 3 page 30-15 for proper boost spring allocation.
Work Procedure:
Scratching or scraping noise
Cause:
The clutch pedal reinforcing rib rubs on the bracket (see arrow in Figure 1). This noise is only slightly audible.
Repair:
Remove the clutch pedal and rework the reinforcing rib with a file.
Note:
A clutch pedal with modified reinforcing ribs has been introduced into production as of July 26, 1999 with the following VIN number 98 0YU 62
0216.
Squeaking noise
Cause: