[Gelbster]

Originally Posted by Mig

My 1999 Boxster project car took s bit longer to complete than expected. Isn't that always the case? The fuel in the tank was 16 months old and I didn't want to take any chances. This write up saved the day. I drained 10 gallons out without spilling more than a couple of drops.

Porsche Boxster Fuel Pump Replacement - 986 / 987 (1997-08) - Pelican Parts Technical Article

Unfortunately there are several details in that link that do not match my experience with a 2001 S .For example, Wayne wrote :"This will cause the fuel pump to turn on automatically when you turn the key in the ignition." NO it runs w/o ignition switch operated !
The article lacks other tedious practical details that I mentioned. Some of which may prompt you to needlessly buy a new Fuel Pump.