MA1 Thermostat Hose Modification

[churchie2856]

On MA1 engines Porsche lists a retaining bar (9A1 106 338 00) for the hose into the thermostat housing. It's only shown on the 981 Boxster PET digrams, but is likely applicable to all similar engines ... especially those exhibiting a slight leak.

It cites "Technical information SY 14/16 Attention" can someone share this info with me. Interested in the backgound to this bulletin and what the torque figures are for the three bolts too.

[churchie2856]

Thanks for the details. I've a very very slight leak on my 997.2 and this had been suggested else where as a solution.

Is it possible to fit this without coolant pissing everywhere? i.e. with the coolant system cold and cap removed to release any residual pressure, can the three original bolts be removed and the hose carfully held in place as the plate/bracket is fitted and tightened up.