Boxter s manual 2001 kicking when shifting gears

[Moe]

Hi there
I've got a 2001 Boxter S manual. Lately I've noticed a loud banging sound when pressing and releasing clutch before and after shifting. Its a loud bang and car usually jerks. Along with this, my airbag light has come on and the car has never been in an accident. Any idea what this could be?

[Van914]

Front motor mount

[NewArt]

Agreed, front mounts are a consumable on these cars. An insert is not expensive and an easy fix.

[Moe]

[QUOTE=NewArt;542196]Agreed, front mounts are a consumable on these cars. An insert is not expensive and an easy fix.[/QUO

Okay so how would i got an insert or replace the mount?

[Anker]

There are DIY instructions all over the place. Do a Google search.

[Anker]

Also, purchase the Bentley manual and the 101 Projects book.

[Moe]

Originally Posted by Anker

There are DIY instructions all over the place. Do a Google search.

Do you think I'm better off sending it to agents?

[Anker]

If you have any aptitude at car repairs this is one of the things you can do yourself and save a ton of money.

[Quadcammer]

I replaced the insert, and I'm not gonna lie, it was a bit of a pain in the balls. I cut the old shell out, and hammered into the new one after heating up the mount in the oven.

[Frodo]

Originally Posted by Anker

There are DIY instructions all over the place. Do a Google search.

A couple tried and true sources:

Porsche Boxster Motor Mount Replacement - 986 / 987 (1997-08) - Pelican Parts Technical Article

Install Front Engine Mount Porsche DIY

Not that bad a job. Before the Boxster, I had never worked on any of my cars in the past (other than oil changes). If I can do it, almost anyone can. With all the online resources these days, I did this myself without a lot of issues. You just need to make sure you have the space, the time, and the tools. For obvious reasons, I would never have attempted this without a back-up vehicle.

Also, if your water pump/thermostat are more than a few years old, this is the time to replace them. Doing the one job gives greater access to do the other.

[pidj]

Originally Posted by Quadcammer

I replaced the insert, and I'm not gonna lie, it was a bit of a pain in the balls. I cut the old shell out, and hammered into the new one after heating up the mount in the oven.

Lol! The best summation of feeling I've read yet!