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 1999 Porsche Boxster 2dr Roadster w/Tiptronic

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MSRP: $41,000
Invoice: $35,895

Gas Mileage:
CTY: N/A    HWY: N/A    CMB: N/A
Engine/Fuel: Gas Flat 6 /2.5L/153
Transmission: Automatic w/
Door/Body Style: /2 Door Roadster
Drive Type:

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  • General
  • MSRP: $41,000
  • Invoice Price: $35,895
  • Destination Charge: $0
  • Warranty
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Engine & Emissions

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  • Engines & Emissions
  • 2.5L DOHC EFI water-cooled horizontally-opposed 24-valve 6 cyl engine
  • Stainless steel exhaust
  • Engine
  • Type of Engine: Gas Flat 6
  • Displacement (CC): 2.5L/153
  • Fuel System: EFI
  • Horsepower @ RPM: 201 @ 6000
  • Torque @ RPM: 181 @ 4500

Dimensions

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  • Exterior Dimensions
  • Track Front: 57.5
  • Track Rear: 60.2
  • Ground Clearance (in): 4.1
  • Overall Length (in): 171.0
  • Overall Width (in): 50.8
  • Wheelbase (in): 95.2
  • Interior Dimensions
  • Seating capacity - Standard: 2

Features

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  • Exterior
    • Integrated front fog lights
    • Rear fog light
    • Speed-dependent rear spoiler
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
    • Automatic climate control system w/particle filter
  • Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
    • AM/FM stereo w/cassette-inc: anti-theft coding, removable control face
  • Instrumentation
    • Backlit analog instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, trip odometer, fuel/oil level/temp gauges
  • Sunroof/Moonroof & Removeable/Convertible Top
    • Pwr black cloth convertible top
  • Wheels & Tires
    • 16" x 6.0" 5-spoke pressure-cast light alloy front wheels
    • 16" x 7.0" 5-spoke pressure-cast light alloy rear wheels
    • 205/55ZR16 front tires
    • 225/50ZR16 rear tires
    • Rear wheel drive
  • Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
    • Dual body-color pwr heated mirrors
    • Pwr windows
    • Tinted glass w/graduated tint windshield
    • Windshield antenna
    • Windshield wipers w/heated washer nozzles

Safety Features

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  • Safety Features
  • Driver & front passenger side-impact air bags
  • Energy absorbing bumpers
  • Anti-Theft
  • "Boxster" design pressure-cast light alloy wheels w/anti-theft wheel bolts
  • Central locking system w/immobilizer system
  • Braking & Traction
  • Anti-lock brakes
  • Anti-lock brakes
  • Pwr-assisted 4-wheel vented disc brakes w/4-piston fixed light alloy calipers

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    Crash Test Data for 1999 Porsche

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    Service Bulletins for 1999 Porsche

    1999 PORSCHE 911
    Bulletin Number: 0203
    EXCHANGE ENGINES AND TRANSMISSIONS FOR WARRANTY. THIS BULLETIN REPLACES BULLETIN WTY0203 DATED 2-15-02. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0913
    ASSEMBLING THE HARDTOP AND WHEEL STORAGE SYSTEM AND WALL MOUNTED HOLDER. YD
    Bulletin Number: 101005
    HANDLING PTFE CRANKSHAFT SEALS. 8JB
    Bulletin Number: 122-N7T9K-05
    Subject: Replacing the coil spring on the front axle during repairs Information: Coil spring for the respective chassis no longer available. Notes: During repairs, the faulty coil spring will be replaced by a new coil spring of similar de
    Bulletin Number: 122-R2V6G-07
    Instructions for replacing the coil spring on the rear axle now that the original part is no longer available for the respective chassis.
    Bulletin Number: 122-V3B6B-07
    Announcement of a 6 month warranty extension on VAS 581005P R1234yf Service Units for air conditioning.
    Bulletin Number: 122-W9D2T-07
    Instructions for using VAS 581005P in order to chech and service R1234yf Air Conditioning Unit.
    Bulletin Number: 122-X2X7N-07
    Notice to dealers that coolants will be moved out of the special tool cabinet in the dealer service department in order to make room for new special tools. All coolant tools will be moved to the "Coolant Cart" because they need to be housed
    Bulletin Number: 2454
    RECOMMENDED PROCEDURES WHEN WORKING WITH VACUUM LINES AND HOSES. YD
    Bulletin Number: 2634
    INSTALLATION OF CHROME PLATED TAILPIPES.
    Bulletin Number: 2870
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING NEW SPARK PLUGS. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 3735
    THE REPLACEMENT OF TIPTRONIC TRANSMISSION.YD
    Bulletin Number: 599
    PORSCHE LITRONIC HEADLIGHT RETROFIT KIT. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 798
    CONCERNS REGARDING THE ADDITIONS / CORRECTIONS TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 9160
    TECHNICAL PROCEDURES FOR INSTALLING THE RADIO FACEPLATE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: D76
    PARTS WITHDRAWN. PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERIC REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNIT TO PCNA, BUT ONLY IN CASES WHERE THE DEFECT IS VISIBLE: PART NUMBER 955 110 235 01, DESCRIPTION FUEL LINE. *PE
    Bulletin Number: D77
    PARTS WITHDRAW; PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNITS TO PCNA: PART NUMBERS 955 628 320 00 AND 955 628 321 00; DESCRIPTION TIP SWITCH. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PK-D8-16
    PORSCHE: INFORMATION ON HOW TO READ THE VIN. *RM
    1999 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA
    Bulletin Number: 0402
    CONNECTION ROD (FRONT & REAR) FOR STABILIZER. *TC PORSCHE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 101005
    HANDLING PTFE CRANKSHAFT SEALS. 8JB
    Bulletin Number: 1019160
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING CDR 220 RADIO FACEPLATE INSTALLATION. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 102
    MODIFIED REAR HARDTOP LOCKS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 1101
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING BRAKE BOOSTER SEAL AT THE FIREWALL WHICH HAS CHANGED. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 11A01
    CRANKCASES AND BEARING HOUSING USE FOR REPAIRS/REPLACEMENT PARTS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 122-A6R3Q-05
    Concern: Replacing Hardy disc on the cardan shaft during repairs Notes: Previously, the Hardy disc (┬▒ Figure 1) was not available separately, and the entire cardan shaft had to be replaced. In order to improve the serviceability of these
    Bulletin Number: 122-N7T9K-05
    Subject: Replacing the coil spring on the front axle during repairs Information: Coil spring for the respective chassis no longer available. Notes: During repairs, the faulty coil spring will be replaced by a new coil spring of similar de
    Bulletin Number: 122-P8H4P-08
    Concern: Deactivating the transport lock for the rollover protection system before delivery of the vehicle to the customer. (Activating rollover protection system). Information: The transport lock for the rollover protection system is acti
    Bulletin Number: 122-V3B6B-07
    Announcement of a 6 month warranty extension on VAS 581005P R1234yf Service Units for air conditioning.
    Bulletin Number: 122-W9D2T-07
    Instructions for using VAS 581005P in order to chech and service R1234yf Air Conditioning Unit.
    Bulletin Number: 1359
    INSTALLING PTFE (POLYTETRAFLUOROETHYLENE) CRANKSHAFT SEALS ON REPLACEMENT ENGINES. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 200
    NOISES IN THE HARDTOP. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 205
    CLUTCH PEDAL DOES NOT FULLY REACH ITS ORIGINAL POSITION. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 2601
    EXHAUST SYSTEM/SPORTS EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 300
    ENGINE OIL LEAKS IN AREA OF CRANKSHAFT SEALING RING IN FLYWHEEL SIDE MAY BE COMING FROM THE CRANKCASE AND INTERMEDIATE-SHAFT FLANGE BOLTS. *MJ
    Bulletin Number: 302
    DRIVE PLATE TIGHTENING TORQUE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 401
    MOISTURE ACCUMULATION INSIDE THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY. *YH
    Bulletin Number: 402
    ENGINE OILS APPROVED BY PORSCHE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 405
    NEW CRANKSHAFT SEALING RING ON FLYWHEEL SIDE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 4470
    BRAKE BOSTER SEALT REPLACEMENT AT THE FIREWALL. CORRECTIONS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 4605
    SQUEAKING OR CLICKING NOISES CAN OCCURE WHEN THE BRAKE OR CLUTCH PEDALS ARE OPERATED. YD
    Bulletin Number: 4650
    CONCERNS WITH CORROSION ON THE BRAKE DISCS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 501
    ALARM SYSTEM CONTROL UNITS ARE BEING RETURNED TO THE SEVICE TEST CENTER AS WARRANTY GOODS. . *YH
    Bulletin Number: 501
    WATER DRAINAGE IN FRONT COWL AREA. *SLC
    Bulletin Number: 700
    CREAKING NOISE IN CLUTCH BELL HOUSING AREA. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 7018
    CONCERNS WITH CLICKING NOISES FROM THE CENTER OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL IN THE KNEE PROTECTOR STRIP AREA. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 7018
    CONCERNS WITH CLICKING NOISES FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 7031
    THIS TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERS WITH ACCESSING THE ANCHORING POINT FOR THE CHILD SEAT EQUIPPED WITH THE TOP TETHERING SYSTEM. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 802
    DUAL MASS FLYWHEEL CHECK PROCEDURE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8702
    SUBJECT REGARDING ELECTRICAL PLUG CONNECTION ON THE HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL. *JG
    Bulletin Number: 9110
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE PORSCHE COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT (PCM) CONTROL UNIT AND CD-ROM EXCHANGE PROGRAM. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 9210
    SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WINDSHIELD WIPER RELAY THAT CAUSES INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPER FUNCTION TO BE A FIXED INTERVAL, AND NOT A VARIABLE INTERVAL. *TT
    Bulletin Number: A209
    INFORMATION ON THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL FILLER CAP. *TT *TT
    Bulletin Number: D76
    PARTS WITHDRAWN. PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERIC REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNIT TO PCNA, BUT ONLY IN CASES WHERE THE DEFECT IS VISIBLE: PART NUMBER 955 110 235 01, DESCRIPTION FUEL LINE. *PE
    Bulletin Number: D77
    PARTS WITHDRAW; PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNITS TO PCNA: PART NUMBERS 955 628 320 00 AND 955 628 321 00; DESCRIPTION TIP SWITCH. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PI-D48-13
    PORSCHE: REQUESTS RETURN OF PARTS TO PCNA FOR FUEL PUMP #911 608 110 03. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PK-D8-16
    PORSCHE: INFORMATION ON HOW TO READ THE VIN. *RM
    Bulletin Number: TI-39-12
    PORSCHE: THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS WARNING OF BRAKE LIGHT REMAINS ON. *PE
    Bulletin Number: TI-58-12
    PORSCHE: PROCEDURAL INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE REPLACING OF FAULTY CRACKED IGNITION COILS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. MODEL 1997-2013 BOXSTER (986), BOXSTER/CAYMAN (987), CARRERA (996 & 997). *PE
    1999 PORSCHE BOXSTER
    Bulletin Number: 0203
    EXCHANGE ENGINES AND TRANSMISSIONS FOR WARRANTY. THIS BULLETIN REPLACES BULLETIN WTY0203 DATED 2-15-02. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0402
    CONNECTION ROD (FRONT & REAR) FOR STABILIZER. *TC PORSCHE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 101005
    HANDLING PTFE CRANKSHAFT SEALS. 8JB
    Bulletin Number: 1019160
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING CDR 220 RADIO FACEPLATE INSTALLATION. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 105
    CLUTCH PEDAL DOES NOT FULLY REACH ITS ORIGINAL POSITION. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 122-F7A6N-07
    Announcement of new Special Tool 9942 for cheching the valve on the coolant reservoir for the 718.
    Bulletin Number: 122-N7K2Y-06
    Concerns: Ignition coil with Part Nos. 997.602.104.00 and 997.602.107.00 Information: Procedure for replacing faulty ignition coils. Cracks in the ignition coil housing (Figure 1) can cause corrosion, which can result in a rough-running
    Bulletin Number: 122-U4T9K-05
    Subject: Replacing the coil spring on the rear axle during repairs Information: Coil spring for the respective chassis no longer available. Notes: During repairs, the faulty coil spring will be replaced by a new coil spring of similar des
    Bulletin Number: 122-V3B6B-07
    Announcement of a 6 month warranty extension on VAS 581005P R1234yf Service Units for air conditioning.
    Bulletin Number: 122-V5F8X-07
    Information on new model designation logos which can be purchased and applied to the rear exhaust area of a vehicle, displaying the model designation on the outside of the vehicle.
    Bulletin Number: 122-W9D2T-07
    Instructions for using VAS 581005P in order to chech and service R1234yf Air Conditioning Unit.
    Bulletin Number: 122-X2X7N-07
    Notice to dealers that coolants will be moved out of the special tool cabinet in the dealer service department in order to make room for new special tools. All coolant tools will be moved to the "Coolant Cart" because they need to be housed
    Bulletin Number: 122-X9V7W-05
    Subject: Replacing the coil spring on the front axle during repairs Information: Coil spring for the respective chassis no longer available. Notes: During repairs, the faulty coil spring will be replaced by a new coil spring of similar de
    Bulletin Number: 1359
    INSTALLING PTFE (POLYTETRAFLUOROETHYLENE) CRANKSHAFT SEALS ON REPLACEMENT ENGINES. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 1A01
    CRANKCASES AND BEARING HOUSING USE FOR REPAIRS/REPLACEMENT PARTS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 201
    SUBJECT REGARDING WATER DRAINAGE IN FRONT COWL AREA. *SLC
    Bulletin Number: 601
    BRAKE BOOSTER SEAL AT THE FIREWALL CHANGED. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 7018
    CONCERNS WITH CLICKING NOISES FROM THE CENTER OF INSTRUMENT PANEL IN THE KNEE PROTECTOR STRIP AREA. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 7018
    CONCERNS WITH CLICKING NOISES FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: A209
    INFORMATION REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FULE FILLER CAP. *TT
    Bulletin Number: A305
    CUSTOMER RECALL CAMPAIGN - CHECKING ADJUSTMENT OF THE TIPTRONIC KEYLOCK CABLE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: D76
    PARTS WITHDRAWN. PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERIC REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNIT TO PCNA, BUT ONLY IN CASES WHERE THE DEFECT IS VISIBLE: PART NUMBER 955 110 235 01, DESCRIPTION FUEL LINE. *PE
    Bulletin Number: D77
    PARTS WITHDRAW; PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNITS TO PCNA: PART NUMBERS 955 628 320 00 AND 955 628 321 00; DESCRIPTION TIP SWITCH. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PK-D8-16
    PORSCHE: INFORMATION ON HOW TO READ THE VIN. *RM
    Bulletin Number: TI-39-12
    PORSCHE: THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS WARNING OF BRAKE LIGHT REMAINS ON. *PE
    Bulletin Number: TI-58-12
    PORSCHE: PROCEDURAL INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE REPLACING OF FAULTY CRACKED IGNITION COILS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. MODEL 1997-2013 BOXSTER (986), BOXSTER/CAYMAN (987), CARRERA (996 & 997). *PE
    1999 PORSCHE CABRIOLET
    Bulletin Number: D76
    PARTS WITHDRAWN. PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERIC REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNIT TO PCNA, BUT ONLY IN CASES WHERE THE DEFECT IS VISIBLE: PART NUMBER 955 110 235 01, DESCRIPTION FUEL LINE. *PE
    Bulletin Number: D77
    PARTS WITHDRAW; PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNITS TO PCNA: PART NUMBERS 955 628 320 00 AND 955 628 321 00; DESCRIPTION TIP SWITCH. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PK-D8-16
    PORSCHE: INFORMATION ON HOW TO READ THE VIN. *RM
    1999 PORSCHE CARRERA
    Bulletin Number: 0203
    EXCHANGE ENGINES AND TRANSMISSIONS FOR WARRANTY. THIS BULLETIN REPLACES BULLETIN WTY0203 DATED 2-15-02. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0402
    CONNECTION ROD (FRONT & REAR) FOR STABILIZER. *TC PORSCHE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 104
    AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT COMES ON. *MJ
    Bulletin Number: 204
    ENGINE OIL LEAK BY CRANKSHAFT SEAL. *MJ
    Bulletin Number: 5737
    CONCERNS WITH INOPERATIVE INNER DOOR RELEASE MECHANISM. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 6315
    INSTALLATION OF FRONT SPOILER, REAR SPOILER AND SIDE MEMBER PANELS (CUP AEROKIT) ON COUPES ONLY. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 6972
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION ON DEACTIVATING TRANSPORT LOCK - 911 (996). *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8702
    SUBJECT REGARDING ELECTRICAL PLUG CONNECTION ON THE HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL. *JG
    Bulletin Number: 980101-1546
    A NEW O-RING ON OIL PROTECTION PIPE. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 980514980514
    PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION AND ACTIVATION OF PORSCHE COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT ( PCM ). *YC
    Bulletin Number: 980709980709
    WORK PROCEDURE ON PORSCHE COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT ( PCM ) ACTIVATION. *YC
    Bulletin Number: D76
    PARTS WITHDRAWN. PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERIC REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNIT TO PCNA, BUT ONLY IN CASES WHERE THE DEFECT IS VISIBLE: PART NUMBER 955 110 235 01, DESCRIPTION FUEL LINE. *PE
    Bulletin Number: D77
    PARTS WITHDRAW; PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNITS TO PCNA: PART NUMBERS 955 628 320 00 AND 955 628 321 00; DESCRIPTION TIP SWITCH. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PK-D8-16
    PORSCHE: INFORMATION ON HOW TO READ THE VIN. *RM
    Bulletin Number: TI-58-12
    PORSCHE: PROCEDURAL INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE REPLACING OF FAULTY CRACKED IGNITION COILS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. MODEL 1997-2013 BOXSTER (986), BOXSTER/CAYMAN (987), CARRERA (996 & 997). *PE
    1999 PORSCHE PORSCHE
    Bulletin Number: 9101
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING CDR 220 RADIO FACEPLATE INSTALLATION FOR 911 TURBO MODELS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: D76
    PARTS WITHDRAWN. PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERIC REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNIT TO PCNA, BUT ONLY IN CASES WHERE THE DEFECT IS VISIBLE: PART NUMBER 955 110 235 01, DESCRIPTION FUEL LINE. *PE
    Bulletin Number: D77
    PARTS WITHDRAW; PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA REQUESTS RETURN OF THE FOLLOWING UNITS TO PCNA: PART NUMBERS 955 628 320 00 AND 955 628 321 00; DESCRIPTION TIP SWITCH. *PE

     

    Recalls for 1999 Porsche

    1999 PORSCHE 911
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
    Manufacturer:PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
    Manufacture Dates:09/24/1998 - 02/19/2000
    Potential Units Affected:2734

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCORRECT PROGRAMMING OF THE ELECTRONIC LOGIC UNIT CAN CAUSE AN INCORRECT FUEL LEVEL.

    Consequence:

    THE VEHICLE COULD RUN OUT OF FUEL CAUSING A LOSS OF POWER.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE SOFTWARE IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SO THAT THE FUEL LEVEL AND THE RANGE OF REMAINING FUEL ARE DETERMINED AND DISPLAYED CORRECTLY.
    1999 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
    Manufacturer:PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
    Manufacture Dates:09/24/1998 - 02/19/2000
    Potential Units Affected:2734

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCORRECT PROGRAMMING OF THE ELECTRONIC LOGIC UNIT CAN CAUSE AN INCORRECT FUEL LEVEL.

    Consequence:

    THE VEHICLE COULD RUN OUT OF FUEL CAUSING A LOSS OF POWER.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE SOFTWARE IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SO THAT THE FUEL LEVEL AND THE RANGE OF REMAINING FUEL ARE DETERMINED AND DISPLAYED CORRECTLY.
    1999 PORSCHE BOXSTER
    NHTSA Campaign ID:POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
    Manufacturer:PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:11/01/1996 - 05/15/2002
    Potential Units Affected:12234

    Defect Description:

    CERTAIN 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TIPTRONIC (AUTOMATIC) TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECTLY ADJUSTED KEY-LOCK-CABLE DOWN TO THE SHIFT SELECTOR. IF THE KEY-LOCK-CABLE IS NOT ADJUSTED CORRECTLY, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE IGNITION KEY WILL SNAG UPON BEING REMOVED FRO THE IGNITION LOCK OR THE SLECTOR LEVER CAN BE SHIFTED FROM POSITION "P" WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED AND THE LOCKING BUTTON OPERATED.

    Consequence:

    IF THE SELECTOR LEVER IS THEN SHIFTED FROM POSITION "P" TO POSITION "R, N OR D" WITH THE VEHICLE PARKED, AND IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT ON, THE VHEICLE WILL NOT BE SECURED FROM INADVERTENLY ROLLING AWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CABLE ADJUSTMENT AND, REGARDLESS OF THE RESULTS OF THIS INSPECTION, THE KEY-LOCK-CABLE MUST ALSO BE ADJUSTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.

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