Questions for Model Year '2001'
Installation help with tonneau on 986
Tuesday 09/01/2026 | 2001 | Boxster S | Accessories
Where is this elastic strap supposed to clip when using the tonneau?
READ ANSWERWhere can I buy a faceplate for a CDR 220 unit
Sunday 08/30/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera 4 | Electronics
Looking for a replacement faceplate for the radio in my 2001 Carrera 4
READ ANSWERIssues following a stall. All brake lights and battery light flashing, but seemed to resolve after a couple of minutes. Any reason to diagnose?
Sunday 08/23/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera | Engine
I stalled the engine at a stoplight. (Thought I was in 1st gear; I wasn't). Embarrassed, but more importantly, all the brake lights and the battery light were flashing after. Strange sound from the engine compartment as well. After a couple of minutes, the warning lights went out and the car sounded normal. Drove about an hour and a half home with no other issues. Any idea what caused the warning lights and voltage to be low? Any longer term damage I might have caused?Thanks, ...
READ ANSWERI have a 2001 996 C4 with 15" turbo look wheels. While nice looking, I'd like to upgrade to a more contemporary, performance oriented set up, what do you recommend?
Wednesday 08/05/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet | Wheels and Tires
READ ANSWERHow is a Hartech long term
Wednesday 07/29/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera | Engine
READ ANSWERWhat size alan (hex) tool fits the screw that holds the spark plug ignition coil to the camshaft cover?
Saturday 07/18/2026 | 2001 | Boxster | Engine
4 mm was too small and 5 mm was too big. I'm assuming it is metric. I really don't want to strip it.Many thanks.
READ ANSWERThe top for my 2001 996 Carrera cabriolet will not activate up or down in high temperature conditions. If I love it inside and allow it to cool down, everything works fine. My research indicates that the convertible top relay is highly sensitive to heat and internal solder joints age, expand and crack under heat. I'm fairly sure this is the problem, as it is a 25 year-old car. What is the correct replacement relay and where is it located? Under dash or behind rear seats
Wednesday 07/15/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera Cabriolet | Electrical
READ ANSWERDigital oil gage on dashboard not reading.
Tuesday 06/30/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera | Engine
When you turn the key to the "on" position the digital oil gage counts down and then shows the oil level. In the morning this generally takes 4 or 5 seconds. I don't start the car until I get an oil level reading. That gage shows there is no oil and blinks. The dipstick shows the oil at the full level. When I start the car and drive the oil pressure is right where it should be. Any thoughts? Where should I start to look? ...
READ ANSWEROn a Boxster 2001 what is bank one and bank two catalytic converter .
Thursday 06/04/2026 | 2001 | Boxster | Engine
I have a code P0410 and P01411. The check engine light is on.
READ ANSWERWhat to do about a oil leaking valve cover gasket.
Sunday 05/31/2026 | 2001 | Boxster | Engine
Last year during the annual fluids service and state inspection, the garage stated that there was a minor oil leak in the passenger-side valve cover gasket. At that time, there was no visible oil under the car, but there was a trace oil smell after a drive. Now that it is warmer, the leak has gotten worse and there is visible oil dripping under the engine, only after a drive. The repair estimate was about $2500. I have completed other repairs on the car myself, like water pump/thermostat repl ...
READ ANSWERAGM Battery
Monday 05/11/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet | Electrical
My battery won't hold a good charge anymore and think it's time to replace. The car will start but you can tell battery is getting weak. My question is should we stay with conventional battery or go with newer style AGM type? Car runs and drives great, no issues at all & well maintained since we purchased it about 2+ years ago. picture is of current battery, it seems to fit correct. My mechanic that surveyed the car when we first brought it to him said battery ok, but this was almost 3 ye ...
READ ANSWERABS & PSM errors
Tuesday 04/14/2026 | 2001 | Boxster | Brakes
when on an inclined position on a driveway, turning onto the roadway , I get an PSM & Abs error . I have replaced all the wheel sensors. ( with Porsche parts) what could cause this intermittent issue?
READ ANSWER2001 911 Heater Works Intermittently
Tuesday 01/27/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet | Heating and Ventilation
Hi,New to the PCA after buying my first Porsche, 2001 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet. While driving it home over the weekend, I noticed the heat would cycle on/off despite having the thermostat set at max. The air would mostly blow cool but not cold as the temps were frigid.There was no issue with the blower, and I tried all phases including Auto and Manuell. I also tried recirculating air and fresh air. I know, recirculating is generally used when using AC.
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How can we stop drips and moisture on a 986 hardtop?
Monday 01/05/2026 | 2001 | Boxster | Body
So i've had the boxster awhile. The soft top does good and still has original gears in top transmission. It works good and no leaks. I've added the hard top, and use it most of the time for where it is and work environment. When it rains the moisture is bad and it does drip at the corners. I've tried a few things to get it to stop but it just don't happen. I've taped it and it still leaks but not as bad. Any ideas on what can be done to help it seal better? The moisture gets in and on ...
READ ANSWERI am looking for a repair facility for my PCM 1 radio unit
Friday 01/02/2026 | 2001 | 911 Carrera 4 | Electronics
my radio in my PCM unit is stuck on a single channel that I cannot change. Everything else seems to work fine and I want to maintain the ability to use the CD changer. Somebody here in the states must refurbish/repair these units but I have yet to find them. Do you have any suggestions?
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