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Old 03-11-2014, 12:49 PM   #1
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The OEM bypass valve is in the bottom of the plastic filter housing. It is not easy to remove as it is plastic and unusually breaks in the process of removal. Porsche also does not sell it separately to my knowledge, preferring to make you by the entire housing.
How do you check the operation of the bypass valve?
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Old 03-11-2014, 01:46 PM   #2
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How do you check the operation of the bypass valve?
You shine a bright light down and look to see if it is seated (closed) or open (by pass). Use of a small shop mirror wand is helpful.
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