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Engine Controls - Adjustments Porsche 911 Carrera 4 996

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INTRODUCTION

Note. Introduction information not applicable.

* PLEASE READ FIRST *

Before performing any on-vehicle adjustments to fuel or ignition systems, ensure engine mechanical condition is okay.

VALVE CLEARANCE

Note. Hydraulic lifters are used. No adjustments are required.

IGNITION TIMING

Ignition timing is controlled by ECM and is not adjustable. Value given in IGNITION TIMING is for verification purpose only. (Scheme 1)

ApplicationDegrees @ RPM
911 Carrera & 911 Carrera 4
Automatic TransmissionTDC +/- 3 @ 710-790
Manual TransmissionTDC +/- 3 @ 760-840

IGNITION TIMING

Scheme 1

Scheme 1

COLD (FAST) IDLE

Fast idle speed is controlled by ECM and is not adjustable.

IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE

Note. After disconnecting battery or ECM, engine MUST be run at idle for at least 10 minutes before idle speed and CO level can be rechecked.

Idle speed and mixture are controlled by ECM and are not adjustable. Values given in IDLE SPEED & CO LEVEL is for verification purpose only.

Application(1) Idle RPM(2) CO Level
911 Carrera & 911 Carrera 4
Automatic Transmission710-7900.4-1.2 %
Manual Transmission760-8400.4-1.2 %
(1) Idle RPM is controlled by ECM and is not adjustable. (2) With oxygen sensor connected. Measurement is taken in front of catalytic converter. Hydrocarbon level should be equal to or less than 300 parts per million (ppm).
(1)Idle RPM is controlled by ECM and is not adjustable.
(2)With oxygen sensor connected. Measurement is taken in front of catalytic converter. Hydrocarbon level should be equal to or less than 300 parts per million (ppm).

IDLE SPEED & CO LEVEL

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IGNITION TIMING