I am storing my dad's prized 996 convertible for the winter
and decided to fix a few "bugs." I have washed & waxed it, had the convertible top replaced, and now on to the fuel sender. The gauge would not read a full tank. It is relatively simple, but I had no idea where it was even located. I am posting this here to help others if you wish to tackle the job.
Step 1: Get the car in your garage.
Step 2: Get the required cold beer and at least a screwdriver. Don't harass me on the "Sharps" as I love beer but gave up alcohol last summer.
Step 3: Figure out where the sender is located. Hmmmm, must remove panels.
Step 4: Ah ha, it is located under the battery tray. Plus, I knew I would need a hammer and said screwdriver. You will need to gently tap the outer ring to loosen and the hammer comes in quite handy to support the wiring harness from falling back into the gas tank.
As you can see below, the old fuel sender's electrical contacts are worn.
And now, the good sender for comparison:
Step 5: Reinstall all the wires and plugs, Porsche has already configured it so you can't screw up.
As a bonus, part 1, while I had everything apart, the Alpine amp had a bad ground which I sanded down and reattached. NOW, the stereo cranks it out.
Bonus, part2: The outdoor temperature display was always blank. I found on this forum that the sensor was located on the passenger side lower front grill. I found the two wires, but no sensor
. I can't find this sensor and a generic thermister I had around would display a temperature, but about 40 degrees to low. I need the right resistance thermister...anyone?
Hope this helps, it is about a 1-2 beer project. I am now ordering rear brake pads as they are shot. Will have car ready and willing for my dad when he comes to pick it up
