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1997 Porsche Boxster CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Porsche REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> Refrigerant Recovery
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
R-134a systems require the use of special service equipment designed specifically for R-134a systems. R-12 servicing equipment cannot be used on R-134a systems.
R-12 recovery stations cannot be used on R-134a systems. A separate recovery station must be used on R-134a systems. The refrigerants are not compatible and will contaminate the R-12 recovery station.
The use of refrigerant recovery and recycling stations allows the recovery and reuse of refrigerant after contaminants and moisture have been removed.
When using a recovery or recycling station...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Anti-lock Brakes -> ABS 5.3 & ABS/TC 5.3 -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Pin Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Intermittents -> Test 1, Control Module Faulty (Code 4607) -> Test 10, ABS Solenoid Valve Faulty (Codes 4226, 4231, 4236, 4241, 4246, 4251, 4256 & 4261) -> Test 11, Valve Supply Voltage (Code 4276) -> Test 12, Return Pump Fault (Code 4266) -> Test 13, Stop Lamp Switch (Code 4340) -> Test 14, Wrong Gear Wheel (Code 4225) -> Test 15, Control Module/Hydraulic Unit Voltage Too Low (Code 4802) -> Test 16, Intake Valve (Code 5260) -> Test 17, Switch-Over Valve (Code 5265) -> Test 18, Wrong Version Coding (Code 5281) -> Test 19, Tiptronic Control Module Does Not Receive Signal From ABS/TC Control Module (Code 5282) -> Test 2, Front Left Speed Sensor/Signal Implausible (Code 4206) -> Test 20, Engine RPM Information Missing (Code 5283) -> Test 21, ABS/TC Control Module Does Not Receive Signal From DME Control Module (Code 5284) -> Test 22, ABS/TC Control Module Does Not Receive Signal From DME Control Module (Code 5285) -> Test 23, Fault Stored In DME Control Module (Code 5286) -> Test 3, Front Right Speed Sensor/Signal Implausible (Code 4201) -> Test 4, Rear Right Speed Sensor/Signal Implausible (Code 4211) -> Test 5, Rear Left Speed Sensor/Signal Implausible (Code 4216) -> Test 6, Front Left Speed Sensor/Open Or Short Circuit (Code 4205) -> Test 7, Front Right Speed Sensor/Open Or Short Circuit (Code 4200) -> Test 8, Rear Right Speed Sensor/Open Or Short Circuit (Code 4210) -> Test 9, Rear Left Speed Sensor/Open Or Short Circuit (Code 4215) -> Wiring Circuits
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect Porsche System Tester 2, or equivalent, scan tool to the Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC), then follow scan tool instructions to access ABS diagnostic codes. The DLC is located under the lefthand side of the instrument panel, left of the steering column, Fig. .
Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation
Refer to Fig. for diagnostic trouble code identification and description.
Wiring Circuits
Refer to Figs. through for system wiring circuits.
Connector Pin Identification
Refer to Fig. for ABS control module connector pin identification.
Diagn...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Porsche -> Component Locations -> 1997-06 Porsche Boxster & 1981-98 911
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
R...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
Front
- Loosen driveshaft to wheel hub retaining nut while applying brakes.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove underside panel, then the brake cooling duct from control arm.
- Remove stabilizer arm from wheel carrier.
- Separate ball joint from wheel carrier.
- Remove driveshaft to transmission flange attaching bolts.
- Separate driveshaft from wheel carrier assembly, then remove driveshaft from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the f...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
- Remove air guide between throttle body and air filter, then the vent line between intake manifold and oil separator.
- Loosen intake manifold hose clamps and fuel pipe mounting bolts.
- Loosen throttle body bracket, then swing intake manifold and throttle body upward approximately 45° and remove th...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Porsche -> 1997-2004 Boxster & 1999-2004 911
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
The cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.
- Remove the heater/AC system cover.
- Pull the cabin air filte...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Porsche -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
The Air Bag warning lamp will light briefly when the ignition switch is placed in the on position as a bulb check. If the...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
Lower
- Drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Reposition clamp at radiator and remove hose.
- Reposition clamp at coolant pipe and remove hose.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure ...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS
Removal
- Remove lefthand seat and disconnect electrical connector.
- Remove mounting screws, rear wall lining and lid.
- Mark belt rotational direction.
- Turn tensioning roller clockwise using a suitable tool and remove belt from pulleys.
Installation
- Tension belt by hand and install in the following order:
- Water pump p...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1997 Porsche Boxster cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Vehicle Component Locations Diagram for 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Porsche Boxster cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Porsche Boxster cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: WARRANTY ADMINISTRATION - CSO SURCHARGES NOT ALLOWED ON WARRANTY CLAIMS Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: OVERVIEW OF APPROVED ENGINE OILS - REVISED Vehicle: 1997 Porsche Boxster 2.5 H6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Porsche Boxster AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Porsche Boxster cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Porsche Boxster cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Porsche Boxster cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Porsche Boxster cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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