Convertible Top - Noises, Main Bow and Frame 3

911(996)
la/00 6101

Binder - 6, Body Ext. Equipment

10-27-00

Noises In The Convertible Top

Vehicle Type:
911 Carrera (996)

Model Year:
As of 1999 (X)

Concern:
Noises in the area of the convertible top - main bow and roof frame 3.

Information:
This is a supplement to the Technical Information Group 6, No.1/00 dated 9-15-2000 "Noises in the convertible top"

Complaint 10:
Squeaking from the side area of the main bow and the roof frame 3 on the left and right hand side.





Cause:
The rubber spacer that is positioned between the main bow and the roof frame (arrow, figure 1) is causing squeaking noises when the vehicle is driven.

Repair:
1. Open the convertible top half-way.

2. Apply lubricant (krytox) thinly onto the rubber spacer (arrow, figure 2).





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