Short Video about all the weird/useless/useful controls in a 911

[kmctm]

I always thought it would be fun to document all the weird switches and buttons in our cars — some of these seem to actually be hidden, so I was still discovering stuff 2 years after I got the car. If you grew up around the (or old cars) it's probably not a big deal, but coming from newer cars, it was sort if a shock. So I had some fun making this video.



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When I was looking in the manual (1980 SC), it says that the rear window de-fogger also activates the heated mirrors? Does anyone know if this was this optional on an SC or standard? (I haven't tested it).

[Iciclehead]

I am afraid there are some folks that are just not with the program enough to warrant their ownership of a 911....I note with interest that his rear wiper switch is aftermarket and likely is an owner installed manual switch for the oil cooler fan.

Also in terms of accuracy of gauges, yes, every gauge has some error in it, but any time I have checked my 911 gauges, they have been well within tolerances of a mechanical gauge (e.g. oil pressure) or times intervals (speedometer).

He should go buy a nice Honda Civic....

Dennis

[kmctm]

Thank you, I'll take the Honda Civic into consideration

[nvr2mny]

Actually I thought it was very well done. They'll be some on here who will find it useful. Thanks

[porsche930dude]

It took me about 12 years to figure out the wiper delay. It doesnt do anything when the wiper switch is on. Only works when the wiper switch is off. I think. I still dont know about the heater controls. I just pull up the floor leaver when i want heat. Well done video just a little too much back and forth between you and the car made me dizzy.

[LIRS6]

Light, informative ... but perhaps you didn't read the manual carefully ?? ..

I have a '79; in my manual, on page 27 there is a comment regarding the switch for the mirrors.



Jason

[Koizumi]

Thx for the video. I enjoyed it and it reminds me how much I enjoy all the 911 oddball quirks (well, most of them lol).

[Bill Douglas]

Good thing he didn't buy an English car from 1980.

Firstly it wouldn't still work, there wouldn't be a manual. And if you did randomly try a knob lucas smoke would come out of somewhere.

[JSV798]

He didn't mention the headlamp washer switch; I thought the one on my car didn't work until I found out that the headlights have to be on for it to function.

[Joe Bob]

Sums up my euro 83 SC......

[kamaro]

My oil level and temp gauges are working and accurate enough for any driving condition, and no, I'm not lying.

[AG81]

Originally Posted by kamaro

My oil level and temp gauges are working and accurate enough for any driving condition, and no, I'm not lying.

^
Oddly.....mine too !!!

[sugarwood]

Kevin,

Never mind the "Go drive a Honda" haters. There's always one. Many car guys are arrogant dicks.
You'll find that a certain segment of old 911 owners are just bitter "stuck in the past" POR-SHA know-it-all snobs with a massive chip on their shoulders.
Ignore them and focus on the supportive members

I thought your video was DeMuro-like, which is a proven model. Great work.
It's also nice to see someone around here young enough to actually operate a video camera! Rare skill around these parts!
I still can never remember which switch is the sunroof switch. It's always the 2nd one I try, just like plugging in a USB device

I know you were just making a joke, but your temperature gauge should work.
Where is the needle when warmed up?

The oil level sensor also does work, but it took me years to figure that out.
The needle only moves on the very last .5 quart or something like that
Poll: Does your oil level gauge work? (Not pressure)

Speaking of open floor plans.....
Anyone else like the deleted center console look?

Can you post a photo of your car's stripe kit?

I'd love to see a video of how to photograph a car for sale.
A full frame photo of a car with 85mm is always a treat.

Looking forward to your unique spin on this hobby!

[LIRS6]

Originally Posted by sugarwood

Never mind the "Go drive a Honda" haters. There's always one. Many car guys are arrogant dicks.
You'll find that a certain segment of old 911 owners are just bitter "stuck in the past" POR-SHA know-it-all snobs with a massive chip on their shoulders.
Ignore them and focus on the supportive members

hmmm ... and WHO has a massive chip on their shoulder???

[sugarwood]

Uhh, the dickhead telling him to go buy a Civic?

The Byzantine heater controls have long been the subject of derision here.
And the oil gauge leaves a lot to be desired.

Guy making a funny video about it doesn't need to be shat upon.

As if he's the arbiter of who gets to own a 911.
Typical insufferable car guy just crapping on anyone who doesn't think exactly like him,
or has the exact same car as he does, or doesn't use his car exactly the same way.

[Teutonics]

I've owned my car 18 years and I do all repairs, modifications, and maintenance myself, and I still don't find some of the controls intuitive or second-nature...

Thanks for the video. Well done with subtle humor.

[pos911neg]

Fun video - thanks. I wish I saw it 6 mos ago when I first got my car. My car did not come with a manual.... and I tugged on the mirror control 800 ways to try get the passenger mirror to adjust before finding that switch. haa haa.

The worst though - EVERY time I get into the car, I have the key in my right hand. Gotta love the eccentricities.

[1979-930]

Originally Posted by JSV798

He didn't mention the headlamp washer switch; I thought the one on my car didn't work until I found out that the headlights have to be on for it to function.

Ha! You're not alone
The pump was missing/obsolete when I got my car. It took me months to find a working used one.
After installing the pump and replacing the hoses I spent several hours checking wiring, relay and switch.
All to find out the headlights had to be on...

[gomezoneill]

Nicely done.

[Bitte ein Bit]

I am afraid there are some folks that are just not with the program enough to warrant - commenting on a lighthearted video that is very well made and nicely received on YouTube.

Just wanted to say thanks for taking the time and entertaining the rest of us "unworthy" owners