need help diagnosing codes, p0300 etc - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

juicepro · 08-23-2011, 05:00 PM

just changed the plugs and now it's running worse than before, maybe the MAF?

mikefocke · 08-24-2011, 02:36 AM

What was its history before you bought it? Do you have a great local Porsche mechanic available (Someone with a PWIS or PSTII and the knowledge to use it)?

A flashing CRL light says "very serious...don't drive...you risk blowing the engine". Get professional help.

juicepro · 08-24-2011, 05:33 AM

sorry mike, i don't know much about the vehicle apart from it having 3 owners, the last owner had it for 3 years (30k) and never serviced it.
i was going to try and disconnect the MAF and see if it runs any better. if that doesn't work getting it towed to Fresno Porsche(60 miles away) is my last option. thanks for all the help guys! i'll keep you posted.

juicepro · 08-24-2011, 03:54 PM

just an update. car is running better today, back to throwing flashing CEL only above 5,200rpm. still planning to get it looked over by dealership but hoping to drive it there instead of tow. i'll cruse around town for a few days to see how it feels first.
i can rule out air filter, sparks plugs, MAF and coils.

juicepro · 08-30-2011, 07:34 PM

Hi guys, i got some bad news today. The dealership called and said i have vibration coming from the engine that is likely a failing IMS and that i would need an engine rebuild. The car is a 02 boxster 69k that i bought recently for $12k. I'm stuck and don't know what to do, any suggestions?

Topless · 08-30-2011, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by juicepro

Hi guys, i got some bad news today. The dealership called and said i have vibration coming from the engine that is likely a failing IMS and that i would need an engine rebuild. The car is a 02 boxster 69k that i bought recently for $12k. I'm stuck and don't know what to do, any suggestions?

Your options are to fix it or sell it as a dead roller for maybe $5K. Get a second opinion from a qualified Porsche indy who knows their stuff. If the IMS has not failed yet the motor can probably be saved. TRG is in Petaluma Ca, 911 Design in Montclair, Tony Callas in Torrance. All are excellent. Where exactly do you live?

juicepro · 08-31-2011, 05:25 AM

i'm going to start calling some independent porsche shops today, i live in the central valley but will probably have to get it towed to the bay area.
the car still drives, does this mean my motor is still ok?