The Boxster is now in its sixth model year and proving to be one of the most popular models Porsche has ever built. The used market is proving to be good and many fine early examples can be found reasonably priced in comparison to other marques. I am of the mind that a used Porsche is still a much better buy than something new and cheaper for other (more…)

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The Porsche Boxster E prototype will help the company fine tune its electric vehicle technology for use in a future electrified model. Porsche chief executive Matthias Muller was quoted in an article for the UK-based Expert Reviews website.
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This Bentley Manual is a comprehensive source of service information and specifications for the Porsche Boxster and Boxster S from 1997 to 2004. The aim throughout this manual has been simplicity and clarity, with practical explanations, step-by-step procedures and accurate specifications. Whether you’re a professional or a do-it-yourself Porsche owner, this manual will help you understand, care for and repair your Boxster.
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It has always been a challenge for engine designers to make, besides cylinder heads and pistons, the entire cylinder block from aluminium without additional cylinder liners or surface reinforcements. Besides a favourable running behaviour due to weight reduction, it is especially the heat balance which can be controlled much more easily because the thermal (more…)

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DISASSEMBLY
1. Raise vehicle and support with proper jackstands for the weight, leaving the suspension hanging.
2. Use caution around hot exhaust systems to avoid burns.
3. Use penetrating oil on all nuts and bolts.
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An Applied Vehicle has a MIL “On” and has one or both of the following DTCs stored in the ECM:
- P0442 EVAP Small Leak
- P0456 EVAP Very Small Leak
ACTIONS:
- Confirm this bulletin applies.
- Perform CONSULT-II Self-Diagnosis (repair as needed).
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This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur.
- Most brake incidents fall into the following categories:
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Why Shield? I installed a POD filter and experienced loss of low-end torque. The car becomes sluggish especially at low speeds, more so during hot days. While the POD allows more air to the engine, sucking in hot air can defeat the purpose of the POD in the first place and in some cases even make the car perform ‘worse’ than the stock air box.
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Removal and Installation Procedure for Titan Front (Shocks come pre-charged direct from the factory with 200 PSI of Nitrogen)
1. Park the vehicle on a level concrete surface where it is safe to work on your vehicle.
2. Lock and center the steering wheel.
3. Place blocks in front and behind the rear tires so as to keep the vehicle from moving forwards or backwards.
4. It is beneficial that you get a reference measurement of the stock ride height prior to the removal of the stock coil-overs; measuring the distance from the center of the hub to the bottom of the fender does this. You will use this measurement when you are setting your ride height after installation.
5. Using a jack lift the front of the vehicle and support the vehicle using jack stands. Be sure to place the jack and jack stands securely in the positions shown in the diagram. After placing the jack stands slowly lower the jack and remove the jack so that the front suspension can hang freely. Remember to be alert and cautious when working under a vehicle.
6. Remove the front wheels and set them aside.
7. Using a 14mm wrench or socket remove the three nuts from the top of the OEM spring hat.
8. Using a 19mm wrench and socket remove the bolt (19mm) and nut (19mm) from the lower shock mount. Remove the entire shock assembly from the truck. Remember to save the lower shock mount bolt and nut.

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A revised timing belt tensioner for 2002-2003 Acura 3.2L engines is part of a product improvement by Acura. The original design timing belt tensioner is filled with oil to dampen oscillation. Due to a manufacturing situation, the tensioner oil can leak. If enough oil is lost, the timing belt loosens and causes engine noise. The worst-case scenario is the belt may lose (more…)

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