Porsche Boxster, Boxster S Service Manual: 1997-2004

The Porsche Boxster Service Manual: 1997-2004 : 2.5 Liter, 2.7 Liter, 3.2 Liter Engines covers the first-generation 986 models of the Boxster and Boxster S built from the 1997 through 2004 model years.

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Engines covered in this Porsche Boxster Service Manual: 1997-2004 repair manual:

• 1997-1999 Porsche Boxster: 2.5 liter (M96/20)
• 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster: 2.7 liter (M96/22, M96/23)
• 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster S: 3.2 liter (M96/21, M96/24)

Manual transmissions covered: (remove, install, external service)

• Porsche Boxster: 5-speed (G86/00 and G86/01)
• Porsche Boxster S: 6-speed (G86/20)

Automatic transmissions covered: (remove, install, external service)

• 1997-1999 Porsche Boxster: A86/00
• 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster: A86/05
• 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster S: A86/20

New durable hardcover format – This manual is now being published as a durable, long-lasting hardcover book designed to withstand frequent use in a professional shop or home garage. All of the content of the previous softcover edition is included.

Technical highlights

• Maintenance procedures from changing the oil to replacing the interior ventilation microfilter.  This manual tells you what to do and how and when to do it.
• Step-by-step engine removal and installation and cylinder head cover service.
• Cooling system filling and bleeding, coolant pump replacement and engine cooling fan and radiator service.
• Fuel injection and ignition system service, including explanation of three different Bosch DME engine management systems.
• Clutch, flywheel and rear main seal 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 repairs and adjustments, including convertible top motor, drive cables and transmissions service.
• Electrical system service, with a very easy-to-use illustrated component locator section.
• Wiring schematics for selected models, including power distribution, grounds, convertible top and other hard to find circuits.

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