what is an 'early' 3.4 996?

[shalmaneser]

IREvans said:

conanius said:

Two problems... but I think they're connected.

996.1 Coupe - so cable operated 'Frunk' opening

I had noticed the bulb for my 'frunk' wasn't working. So ordered a replacement. I've just fitted it.... it's still not working.

I am also getting a 'honk' when I lock the car. I had assumed, this was because I'd replaced the factory stereo with an aftermarket unit. However, after putting electrical tape around the grounding connector, it's still happening.

Do I have some weird failure of the latch mechanism ?

I assume I need to get a multimeter on the bulb connector and check to see if there is power going to it as a starter for ten?

Some of the later 2001 996.1 had an electronic boot latch instead of the cables (I’ve got one).

If you’ve got a horn sound when you lock the car, then either the arm rest lid, tailgate, doors or bonnet isn’t correctly latched. If you’ve grounded the radio earth then you should be able to rule that out. Did the horn only sound once on locking after you replaced the radio head unit..?

You'll get the beep if the centre cubby is not closed (or the sensor is dead). Worth checking.

[conanius]

Just checked cubby, engine cover, bonnet and doors. All firmly shut.

So the honking started when I swapped the stereo.

I found out about the ground wire and unplugged it. Honking stopped

It started again two days later, so I taped it up.

It’s not stopped honking after doing the taping.

[conanius]

IREvans said:

conanius said:

Two problems... but I think they're connected.

996.1 Coupe - so cable operated 'Frunk' opening

I had noticed the bulb for my 'frunk' wasn't working. So ordered a replacement. I've just fitted it.... it's still not working.

I am also getting a 'honk' when I lock the car. I had assumed, this was because I'd replaced the factory stereo with an aftermarket unit. However, after putting electrical tape around the grounding connector, it's still happening.

Do I have some weird failure of the latch mechanism ?

I assume I need to get a multimeter on the bulb connector and check to see if there is power going to it as a starter for ten?

Some of the later 2001 996.1 had an electronic boot latch instead of the cables (I’ve got one).

If you’ve got a horn sound when you lock the car, then either the arm rest lid, tailgate, doors or bonnet isn’t correctly latched. If you’ve grounded the radio earth then you should be able to rule that out. Did the horn only sound once on locking after you replaced the radio head unit..?

Sorry should have been clear, it’s a 1998 C2 Coupe 996.1 - manual release

[Mikeeb]

You need someone with a proper code reader. It will be able to read the cause of the honk in the alarm ecu parameters

[conanius]

Mikeeb said:

You need someone with a proper code reader. It will be able to read the cause of the honk in the alarm ecu parameters

Ok thanks.

[youngsyr]

Mikeeb said:

You need someone with a proper code reader. It will be able to read the cause of the honk in the alarm ecu parameters

When you say "proper code reader" does that include a durametric (enthusiast)?

[Mikeeb]

youngsyr said:

When you say "proper code reader" does that include a durametric (enthusiast)?

Yes I guess so. I not used Durametic but as it’s the Porsche specific tool I’d assume it’ll read everything

[IREvans]

Mikeeb said:

youngsyr said:

When you say "proper code reader" does that include a durametric (enthusiast)?

Yes I guess so. I not used Durametic but as it’s the Porsche specific tool I’d assume it’ll read everything

A generic code reader like an Autel should pick up an alarm related fault, but if not, then a Pocom or PIWIS scanner will reveal all. (I believe Durametric ceased any development updates a while ago, so Pocom or PIWIS are the only ones I’d suggest)

[TheThrottleCable]

IREvans said:

A generic code reader like an Autel should pick up an alarm related fault, but if not, then a Pocom or PIWIS scanner will reveal all. (I believe Durametric ceased any development updates a while ago, so Pocom or PIWIS are the only ones I’d suggest)

The Durametric is likely the best hobbyist tool for the job; you don’t need to worry about updates as Porsche ceased development of the 996 about 17 years ago 😁

[IREvans]

TheThrottleCable said:

IREvans said:

A generic code reader like an Autel should pick up an alarm related fault, but if not, then a Pocom or PIWIS scanner will reveal all. (I believe Durametric ceased any development updates a while ago, so Pocom or PIWIS are the only ones I’d suggest)

The Durametric is likely the best hobbyist tool for the job; you don’t need to worry about updates as Porsche ceased development of the 996 about 17 years ago ??

Agreed regarding the 996 updates, but if Durametric is no longer supported, and as the other scanner options are an equivalent price or cheaper, then it makes no sense getting an unsupported product. I believe you can get a cheaper Durametric scanner, but it’s tied to only 1 or 2 VIN numbers.

[Mikeeb]

IREvans said:

A generic code reader like an Autel should pick up an alarm related fault, but if not, then a Pocom or PIWIS scanner will reveal all. (I believe Durametric ceased any development updates a while ago, so Pocom or PIWIS are the only ones I’d suggest)

My Autel does.

[IREvans]

Mikeeb said:

IREvans said:

A generic code reader like an Autel should pick up an alarm related fault, but if not, then a Pocom or PIWIS scanner will reveal all. (I believe Durametric ceased any development updates a while ago, so Pocom or PIWIS are the only ones I’d suggest)

My Autel does.

Yes, a basic Autel MD806 is inexpensive, and will diagnose most faults. Doesn’t allow component programming, which some alarm faults may need. Agreed though, an Autel is a good place to start with diagnosis.

[shalmaneser]

IREvans said:

Mikeeb said:

IREvans said:

A generic code reader like an Autel should pick up an alarm related fault, but if not, then a Pocom or PIWIS scanner will reveal all. (I believe Durametric ceased any development updates a while ago, so Pocom or PIWIS are the only ones I’d suggest)

My Autel does.

Yes, a basic Autel MD806 is inexpensive, and will diagnose most faults. Doesn’t allow component programming, which some alarm faults may need. Agreed though, an Autel is a good place to start with diagnosis.

Don't think you can really code much in the 996 can you? Maybe in a 996.2.

[IREvans]

shalmaneser said:

IREvans said:

Mikeeb said:

IREvans said:

A generic code reader like an Autel should pick up an alarm related fault, but if not, then a Pocom or PIWIS scanner will reveal all. (I believe Durametric ceased any development updates a while ago, so Pocom or PIWIS are the only ones I’d suggest)

My Autel does.

Yes, a basic Autel MD806 is inexpensive, and will diagnose most faults. Doesn’t allow component programming, which some alarm faults may need. Agreed though, an Autel is a good place to start with diagnosis.

Don't think you can really code much in the 996 can you? Maybe in a 996.2.

Airbag and associated SRS faults on a 996 can be read with an Autel scanner, and some fault codes can be reset. But you need a more sophisticated scanner to code the modules.

[Applause]

Chris Stott said:

shalmaneser said:

I overheard a true Porsche beard once stating that the c4 chassis was stiffer hence why it was used in the original gt3 in 2wd guise... Whip out the silly 2wd gubbins and you've got a winner.

I say that as a c2 owner obvs. Someone else said it had something to do with fuel tanks...

I actually messaged the guy to check he didn't happen to have an x51/junior gt3 but sadly not, just normal bits, sports seats aero pack etc. It is a bit out of the way so maybe that's why it's hanging around?

C4 has a different front bulkhead to accommodate a different fuel tank to fit around the 4wd gubbins… it’s said to be a bit stiffer.

All of the additional stiffness is from the front firewall forward, as pointed out its due to having to accommodate the front diff in a C4.

[julian987R]

No affiliation to the sale
There is a 996 under there!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/165851297455

“Here is your chance to own the only Porsche 911 to this design and spec in the world.”

[stuckmojo]

julian987R said:

No affiliation to the sale
There is a 996 under there!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/165851297455

“Here is your chance to own the only Porsche 911 to this design and spec in the world.”

I bet there isn't another one like that. 🤣

With the money spent to ruin that car they could have had a decent 911.

[shalmaneser]

stuckmojo said:

julian987R said:

No affiliation to the sale
There is a 996 under there!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/165851297455

“Here is your chance to own the only Porsche 911 to this design and spec in the world.”

I bet there isn't another one like that. ??

With the money spent to ruin that car they could have had a decent 911.

Insanity. Is it an auto? Can't quite see, would be the perfect box for that gt car experience.

[ATM]

shalmaneser said:

stuckmojo said:

julian987R said:

No affiliation to the sale
There is a 996 under there!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/165851297455

“Here is your chance to own the only Porsche 911 to this design and spec in the world.”

I bet there isn't another one like that. ??

With the money spent to ruin that car they could have had a decent 911.

Insanity. Is it an auto? Can't quite see, would be the perfect box for that gt car experience.

It's a manual

[Orangecurry]

To be fair (as my children would say) his target audience is not any existing Porsche owner, so what we think of it is unimportant.

It will appeal to ... well ... children who are over 18.