Porsche Type 996 Repair Information: 1999-2005 The full-color Porsche
911 Carrera (Type 996) Service Manual: 1999-2005 is a comprehensive
source of service information and specifications for Porsche 911 (Type
996) Coupe, Targa and Convertible models from 1999 to 2005. The aim
throughout this manual has been simplicity and clarity, with practical
explanations, step-by-step procedures and useful specifications. Whether
you're a professional or a do-it-yourself Porsche owner, this manual
will help you understand, care for and repair your Porsche. Although the
do-it-yourself Porsche owner will find this manual indispensable as a
source of detailed maintenance and repair information, the Porsche owner
who has no intention of working on his or her car will find that reading
and owning this manual makes it possible to discuss repairs more
intelligently with a professional technician. Models covered: 1999-2005
911 Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S Engines covered: 1999-2001: 3.4 liter
(M96.01, M96.02, M96.04) 2002-2005: 3.6 liter (M96.03) Transmissions
covered: G96 (6-speed manual) A96 (5-speed automatic) Important
technical coverage note Technical highlights: Full-color repair manual
pages (black and white electrical section). Maintenance procedures for
everything from flushing front and rear differential fluids to replacing
the interior ventilation microfilter. This manual tells you what to do
and when to do it. Step-by-step engine and cylinder head removal and
installation. Cooling system filling and bleeding, coolant pump
replacement and engine cooling fan and radiator service. Fuel injection
and ignition system service, including explanation of different Bosch
DME engine management systems. Clutch, flywheel and rear main seal
service. Front and rear drive train service, including front (C4) and
rear differential service. Brakes, steering, suspension and ABS
maintenance, troubleshooting and repair. Heating and air-conditioning
repair, including A/C component replacement. Body adjustments and
repairs. Convertible top service, including convertible top hydraulic
motor and microswitch replacement and a diagnsotic fault code table.
Electrical system service, with an easy-to-use illustrated component
locator section. Wiring schematics for selected models, with power
distribution, grounds, convertible top and other hard to find circuits.