Random O-ring in shift linkage?
 

knowing that nothing is random in a Porsche engineers mind - can someone tell me what the o-ring on the shift linkage is for on an '87 G-50?

Sorry, no pic - I noticed it when replacing the boot that goes from the cabin to the transmission. There seems to be a boot AND an O-ring. I did look at the parts catalog but cant find a diagram of the linkage - just a parts list.

Thanks!

There is a Porsche TSB that describes using an O-ring or rubber band to stop some rattling in the shift linkage under that rear-seat floor tunnel, perhaps that's what you're seeing? Maybe it came loose from where it was...

HTH,
Chuck.H
'89 TurboLookTarga, 320k miles

Chuck is correct. Strange fix that only works for a little while until the o-ring permanently stretches.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1281707252.jpg

My oring looks fine but seems way too loose to put any sort of pressure. I wish the pic was not so poor.