Question on 60K Maintenance - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

nylart · 12-01-2011, 09:40 AM

Yes the Cabin Filter is another name for the Particle Filter

thstone · 12-01-2011, 10:37 AM

Check the wheel hubs for free play by pulling/pushing on the wheel from the top/bottom, side to side (9/3 o'clock positions) and in/out. There shouldn't be any free play or clunking.

Visually inspect the rear axle and CV joint covers for wear, tears, or other damage. If damaged, water and dirt will get into the CV joint and cause problems.

Check all of the suspension mounts and bushings for play or wear. Check the suspension bolts for tightness.

The Boxster has a transaxle where the differential is integrated into the transmission. Thus, only the transmission oil requires service.

John99Boxster · 12-01-2011, 10:59 AM

ny...Thanks for clarifying.

thstone....Thanks for the detailed info. on what I am looking for.

I thought I read somewhere that you should change the diff. oil at some point....apparently I was mistaken...Thanks Guys

san rensho · 12-01-2011, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by John99Boxster

ny...Thanks for clarifying.

thstone....Thanks for the detailed info. on what I am looking for.

I thought I read somewhere that you should change the diff. oil at some point....apparently I was mistaken...Thanks Guys

If its never been changed, I would certainly change the gear oil at 60k. Be sure to use Porsche oil only.

jcb986 · 12-01-2011, 11:35 AM

Differential oil change, why. I have torn into rear ends from all the big auto makers, even some of the 40's rear ends when I was building rods. I cannot remember taking one apart and seeing dirty oil. Remember, this unit is basically sealed and gets not engine combustion going into it. You could loose some oil if the seal is bad but that's about it.