Boxster (986) F6-2.5L (1998)
Flywheel: Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Dual Mass Flywheel Check Procedure
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Dual Mass Flywheel Check Procedure
Vehicle Type:
Boxster/Boxster S
Model Year:
As of '97 (V)
Equipment:
Manual transmission
Concerns:
Complaints about the dual mass flywheel (DMF) due to transmission noises (rattling, knocking noise):
The noises occur...
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at engine start and/or
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at load shift and/or
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during idling and/or
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when switching off the engine.
Situation:
Dual mass flywheels which have been returned under warranty.
Information:
Dual mass flywheels which have been returned under warranty to the Porsche AG Service Test Center are subsequently tested for proper function by the
manufacturer. Test results have shown that, apart from a few exceptions, the dual mass flywheels involved in complaints are determined to be in proper
working order.
Important:
A test of a DMF must only take place if a complaint has been received concerning transmission noises (rattling, knocking) in the operational or
driving conditions stated above.
Procedure:
Assessment of DMFs Involved in complaints: