I can confirm the info on the handbrake is true for the gen.2 cars, as wa demonstrated to me by an instructor at the Silverstone driving school. All gen.2 4WD can be changed to RWD including the turbo's. Didn't know about the chrono moving tho. Every day's a school day. 👍
Great stuff, I'd often heard about this but wasnt sure if it was one of those tales that does the rounds. Good to get some solid confirmation thanks. Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
From how you guys are describing this, I assume there's no chance this will work on a 991.1 turbo? ...because that would put a smile on my face it it did work on the 997.1tt!
@@TheMinuteFamily it might work. Only one way to find out. I was shown it on a 997.2 turbo to show the difference it made on the ice hill. Of course if yours has an electronic hand brake then it defo won't work...
@@yammy1000 I'm sorry, I meant to ask if it worked on the 997.1 turbo, I typo'd on the last reply. My 997.1 turbo does have a mechanical ebrake, and I guess I'll have to find a wet patch of grass to try and test it out!
Love the tip about the chrono and I have been frustrated by the petrol cap forever...thats a life saver. I used to have a 1964 356C and it had a rubber flap that flipped out when you open the petrol cap cover to protect against scratches...lovely! Nice video!
The memory buttons also save the external mirror positions, so you can set them up for each driver once and then have quick access to perfect seat+mirror position. Furthermore, the first memory setting is connected to which of the two keys you used to unlock the car. For example, on my girlfriends 997, we programmed my seat+mirror position on Memory1 for the spare key. Whenever I drive it, I will use the spare key to unlock the car and the seat+mirror will be in the right position for me when I get in.
Good tips you brought up, although I already knew all of them. More important, the oil level indicated was NOT low. It is very harmful for these cars to overfill them. The area between the top and bottom of that measurement is approximately 1 quart, so when it gets to he very bottom of the scale, it is only a maximum of 1 quart low, but with the boxer engine, slightly low is better than slightly high. On a seperate note, you can clean up those awful looking scuff marks on the black plastic entry sills with a Magic Eraser and a little water. Will make them look like new in 10 seconds! Beautiful car!
Thomas Michael thanks, it’s been one of those things that I wanted to clean up but hadn’t got round to looking for the best product. So that helps 👍 thank you
Oil wise I measure mine stone cold after being left on a level surface. I then add 200mL at a time, cycle the key (without ever starting the car) and check until it reaches the top. The measuring routine will pick up the added oil straight away. Then drive it for a few days and recheck.
These owner’s tips are always invaluable to new cars - just a quick test though how many owners have actually read the Porsche manual or only use it for reference when required?
With regards to #13: You could have shown the alternative brake light by pressing the manual spoiler button (left to the PASM button). ;-) But as always: Great video!
Unfortunately I couldn't, because on this car the rear spoiler is not activated yet. Otherwise I would have done it. Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
Awesome tips! Bought my 09 C4S 6 months ago. Never knew about aboutthe hook for the gas cap 'leash! Brilliant! I thought you never want to fill the oil full bars?? Half way to low bars on the range is perfect. And deactivating the 4wheel drive system with the e-brake? I will report back what I found. Never heard of that one before. Love the content and rhe Speed Yellow is sweet!
Here's a tip, remove your radio fuse if the car is going to be standing for a few weeks, took mine out and it started after 4 weeks plus, with it in i get around 8 days and it needs a boost, around 10 days and the alarm goes off, always at about 01:00 just when you're trying to get to sleep.
I know the alarm feeling too well. Thanks for the tip Ed if there are enough additional tips in the comments Ill make a part 2, Thanks for watching :-)
If you have the car in a secure area, don’t lock the doors when you store it. Mine sat for a month like this and started right up. I think the security system may drain the battery.
There is a switch in the driver's footwell that will raise the spoiler when the car is parked. The two radiator ports in the front need to be checked occasionally for leaves or trash that gets blown in. A shop vac works to suck that stuff out.
I recently sold my 08 911 and bought an 09 997.2 with 6sp manual. Never knew about the passenger window can go up automatically when half way up. I also learned about the hook for the gas cap, I've always left it hanging straight down. One thing that annoys me is the radio always turn on when I turn the engine on, how can I avoid this?Thanks for the tips Satch, your car is looking better than ever by the way.
I heard there is a chance of (burning out ) the fuse box if you jump this way.....is there a safer way? Great video, as always, and supurb camera and sound work !!!!
You don’t need to jump from here just activate the electrics with the jumper so you can open the front and access the battery!! Then connect directly to the battery. It is unwise (very) to jump start any car other than directly onto the dead battery because you never know what unintended consequences you might end up with.
HAHA. I'm going to start saying - and were starting in about 20 to 30 seconds lol. Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
Not even a zorsch owner (trackZ06) here but luckily(or sadly) knew all and can tell you the awd thing is true thats how they used to dyno modded turbos
love your vids, and your car, just fitted a new bosch s5 010 battery, to my 3.8 c4s and boy does it make a difference to the slow starting the varta was giving me. I thought I knew my Porsche, but your bit about the swivelling clock wart, I did not, who reads all the manuals,
Hopefully people can learn a tiny bit about these cars with this video (aside from the main things you normally see about engine, performance, styling etc) Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
I'm Sorry to hear you are quitting youtube. I follow your videos because i bought an 05 911 997 Sport Chrono two years ago. I am also sorry to hear all the grief you have been having from these narrow minded people but i do hope you will reconsider your decision sometime in the near future. In the meantime i would like to thank you for all your advice and help and hopefully we will see you again on youtube.
Damn it!! New subs get 10 years of good luck and a lambo!! I didn't get anything when I sub'd! If I unsubscribes and reuse do I get like maybe 3 years of good luck and a free shoelace? I've heard something about #1 on the forums but this clarifies it. Didn't know about 2, 3, 5, 8, and 10. #3 is pretty cool, if true. I wonder if there are any negative effects of it. #4, I've read on the forums as well, but now I know what it actually looks like. 10 is one of those that you don't really get unless you're in one. Nobody really talks about this seat bolsters. Thanks for the little insights. BTW, I love the Speed Yellow deviated stitching!!
Really great video. Thank you! I like the Porsche lettering along the sides of your 997. Is that a sticker you can purchase or is that a custom paint job? Would love to know how to get it on mine.
How many of those are true of the 996? I haven't gotten to drive the car much because of the weather and a couple issues. Do you know anything about the chrystalizing of the digital display on the dashboard? Having trouble getting any help with it. Great video. Hope you got warm!
John Howell I know it’s a factor in the 996 climate display, but not sure about the instrument cluster, I’d have to do a check on how many of these carry over from the 996
Hi satch. Could you do a video on things to watch out for. Common faults. Things you've experienced through experienced to avoid buying a older porsche...please
Hey Marvin, yeah sure, I'll do one of those videos. It will be in the new year but is a good ide a for a video. Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
#14. Open the drivers door, next to the hinge is a manual release for the fuel filler cap. Sometimes the plastic gears on the actuator for the fuel cap lock get damaged and it stops working, if it fails in the locked position and you need to fill up you can get the fuel filler cap open, other wise it is wheel off, wheel arch liner out, remover actuator etc.
Maybe repair and use PPF? Maybe don't look at it so often, maybe drive about further away from cars in front? Seriously there is no solution to this, only ways to make it less bad.
Final note: the seat memory feature only exists in cars with the fully electric adjustable seats (which also tilt mirrors down when you engage reverse). Think they call it 12-way adjustable. Manual or part electric ones do not have that feature.
Would love to see some videos on modifications, how does the 997 feel with new aftermarket shocks? What about some engine mods, how does the car respond? That would be great Satch!
Just a quick question, you have a tasty 997 manual do you think that you will keep your car indefinitely because manual porsches are becoming more rarer and rarer? If not what is your next porsche you have your sights set on? 👍
Jonathan Galloway I want to be a little old man and still driving this car. I see no reason why I would ever sell this, it’s everything I want in a sports car. Sure there is lots of other models I like, so if anything I’ll add to my little fleet. 👍👌
@@alsatch_ I was hoping this would be your answer sir, that would be my thoughts too exactly if I owned it too. The only thing you will need to do is rebuild the engine after you put on another 150k miles or so. Legend!! 🤜 👍 🇬🇧
@@jonathangalloway6796 150k miles on my 997.1 and still going strong. Sticking with the 997.x for the hydraulic steering - you can feel when the tires start losing contact with the road, especially when autocrossing or other spirited driving. The newer electric assist doesn't give you that feedback. And I still prefer the sound of a naturally aspirated engine. I think the 997 will be a classic. When people talk about the latest GT3, they compare the steering feel to the 997.
I knew a guy that had his used 997 for 3 years and never new about it until he saw me pull my sunglasses out of the pocket. He asked if it was an option. I walked over to his car and flipped his open. There was a parking lot receipt from 2009 and $2.10 in change in it. lol
You forgot to mention that after you have turned the front headlights on and pulled the light switch out one position the fog lights are illuminated, but if you pull the same switch out one detent further the rear single, very bright fog / snow light comes on.
Satch thanks again for another great Porsche video, for nerds like me that love Porsches. Keep up the excellent content and rock on to well over 1000000 subs! 👍 🇬🇧 🇩🇪 🤜 🤜 🤜 ✌️ ✌️
Hello mate .. great info ... thanks ... just have a couple of questions, i have two round things up next to the reading light, one has a dot, the second has two and the third has three dots ... any idea what those are ? And suddenly yeaterday i was driving then i saw a new msg on my speedometer that says “ warning, battery generator “ each person is telling me a different thing ... even the porsche work shop ... any idea what that is ?
What I hate is having to use key to start my 9114s unlike my S4 where I don't need to take key out of my pocket. You open the door with left hand with key in the right and then you have to switch the key to your left hand to start.
I’ve got a 997 gen 2 !! I’d love to up grade radio module to digital and apple play for my music!, it’s a faff about using iPod connection. Also up grading sat nav would be good as my France tour this year was difficult at times!!
I was told by my Porsche dealership the Sport bottom and PASM bottom must always be ON. “Do not just turn On the Sport with out the PASM, what do you think are the implication in using them ON or OFF alone or together.
Out of interest, can you do any software mods using the can bus like you can on other VW products? For example on my Golf R, I could make all sorts of adjustments. I wonder if the passenger window one touch feature could be fixed by doing that. Plus other things maybe?
The wheels and the stripe looks cool , it’s not too over the top , I like it , love the wheels in black against the yellow , and the black with the Porsche stripe goes well .. i never knew about the head light switch over for driving on the continent..
True story, my battery died in my 997. I went to the fuse box to pull out the "Jump" fuse, it was gone! Previous owner removed it? Sooooo, another hidden benefit, removed the drivers side front wheel (US cars), located in the upper wheel well is a black circular gromment, pry it off and it's attached to a emergency hood release cable, use pliers and pull, the hood pops open.
I’m just stunned at the state of some of the materials used in this car. What’s going on with the centre console near the drivers seat belt socket? And the leather on the seats is wrinkled! It just seems like it’s showing it’s age very badly.
I think the majority of us call them 'lobster forks' - the newbies call them 'lobster claws' - no big deal to me - yes, I have them on my car - so, I obviously like them a lot - they are not two tone painted like yours.....nice racing yellow whip Satch.
Julian Field thanks Julian, the majority of people I speak to are also of the same opinion. Maybe I need to buy a real GT3 to go alongside this car 👌👍🤣
only Porsche and High end sport Audi's RS4,5,6 can pull off yellow.. Id say I do like Audi's Imola a little more than Speed yellow but I digress and retract to original statement. Cheers mates!
Hi Teri, you need to click the SHOW MORE in the description, but here is the link to the tool www.diagnostic-world.com/pages/list_of_all_auto_diagnostic_tools_273181-z=960089&p=131248.cfm#content_item_131248
Great Video, I have just put mine away for a bit and fitted a battery circuit breaker, now watching your video about flat batteries, will your trick still work if the battery is disconected? I see your from the north east, I have just recieved my 992 which I bought from Porsche Newcastle and have had it shipped down to NZ!
Nice One Mark. I'm a little confused though, is is not easier to buy a 911 in your area, or do you plan to come back to the UK with it? Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
Excellent - I was thinking I've got a dodgy passenger window switch (and it was annoying me). Now I know it's SUPPOSED to annoy me...it'll annoy me less :-) BTW - any idea WHY they do that?
Batteries dying on 997 seem to be a very common theme. Mine just does not. Especially since it goes to sleep after 7 days of sitting with no activity. Admittedly I drive he car all year round...
Car is looking mint mate! I have the Adaptive Sport seats like yours, but my memory function has never worked/been able to reset. Are you supposed to hold the 'M' button, then the key number? I've tried everything and think it needs taking to Porsche to reset the key, 2 indy's haven't been able to sort mine. I found if i lock the car, then unlock it straight away, it locks itself after a minute or so (if i don't open any doors), then the seat stays where i left it, otherwise it goes back to the key setting from the previous owner! Another button that i've noticed other people didn't know about, is the little button on the underside of the main right hand stalk, press it and it activates the headlight wash.
They two keys have their own M1 memory setting. Not global M1, M2 and M3 but both keys have their own 3 settings. Also wish the car would know better if the owner of key no. 2 eg has driven slowly in resent weeks and with key no 1 the opposite, so I would get a proper responce from the PDK box from the start. Not so if the mrs has driven the car most of the time, rather it takes some time and more distance before the car adusts to the drivers liking. I think this would have been easy to modify just by noting which key is being activated. Hmmm.
I’m a newbie to the 997......and ready to retire and the 997 caught my eye some years ago for a weekend driver. Is there anything I should be looking for in a PPI that are red flags to look out for ? I have my eye on the 911-997.1 in the 2007 model year Thanks for any help you might be able to provide
I can confirm the info on the handbrake is true for the gen.2 cars, as wa demonstrated to me by an instructor at the Silverstone driving school. All gen.2 4WD can be changed to RWD including the turbo's.
Didn't know about the chrono moving tho. Every day's a school day. 👍
Great stuff, I'd often heard about this but wasnt sure if it was one of those tales that does the rounds. Good to get some solid confirmation thanks. Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
From how you guys are describing this, I assume there's no chance this will work on a 991.1 turbo? ...because that would put a smile on my face it it did work on the 997.1tt!
@@TheMinuteFamily it might work. Only one way to find out. I was shown it on a 997.2 turbo to show the difference it made on the ice hill. Of course if yours has an electronic hand brake then it defo won't work...
@@yammy1000 I'm sorry, I meant to ask if it worked on the 997.1 turbo, I typo'd on the last reply. My 997.1 turbo does have a mechanical ebrake, and I guess I'll have to find a wet patch of grass to try and test it out!
@@TheMinuteFamily In that case, no it won't work. I've tried 😉. Only available fron the 997.2 onwards unfortunately. Unless it can be coded in after.
Love the tip about the chrono and I have been frustrated by the petrol cap forever...thats a life saver. I used to have a 1964 356C and it had a rubber flap that flipped out when you open the petrol cap cover to protect against scratches...lovely! Nice video!
The memory buttons also save the external mirror positions, so you can set them up for each driver once and then have quick access to perfect seat+mirror position. Furthermore, the first memory setting is connected to which of the two keys you used to unlock the car. For example, on my girlfriends 997, we programmed my seat+mirror position on Memory1 for the spare key. Whenever I drive it, I will use the spare key to unlock the car and the seat+mirror will be in the right position for me when I get in.
Good tips you brought up, although I already knew all of them. More important, the oil level indicated was NOT low. It is very harmful for these cars to overfill them. The area between the top and bottom of that measurement is approximately 1 quart, so when it gets to he very bottom of the scale, it is only a maximum of 1 quart low, but with the boxer engine, slightly low is better than slightly high. On a seperate note, you can clean up those awful looking scuff marks on the black plastic entry sills with a Magic Eraser and a little water. Will make them look like new in 10 seconds! Beautiful car!
Thomas Michael thanks, it’s been one of those things that I wanted to clean up but hadn’t got round to looking for the best product. So that helps 👍 thank you
Oil wise I measure mine stone cold after being left on a level surface. I then add 200mL at a time, cycle the key (without ever starting the car) and check until it reaches the top. The measuring routine will pick up the added oil straight away. Then drive it for a few days and recheck.
Good info, I have a 997, if you leave the car turned off for 10 mins the oil check is only 6 seconds. Just thought I’d mention it!
David Allard thanks david good to have this info in the comment sections”. 👌👍
These owner’s tips are always invaluable to new cars - just a quick test though how many owners have actually read the Porsche manual or only use it for reference when required?
Read it cover to cover. So much stuff you'd never know otherwise.
I actually read it on the flight over to Zuffenhausen from the West coast of America.
Most of the stuff in this video is pretty standard stuff, however turning the car into RWD from AWD is a game changer!!! thanks
GREAT VIDEO . IHAVE 911 997GEN 1 14 YEARS . SUPER. NO PROBLEMS- FEW THINGS HERE I DIDNT KNOW. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK
With regards to #13: You could have shown the alternative brake light by pressing the manual spoiler button (left to the PASM button). ;-) But as always: Great video!
Unfortunately I couldn't, because on this car the rear spoiler is not activated yet. Otherwise I would have done it. Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
Cool, thanks, I didn't know about number 2. Always nice to keep that in mind in case I would drive in a RHD country.
Awesome tips! Bought my 09 C4S 6 months ago. Never knew about aboutthe hook for the gas cap 'leash! Brilliant! I thought you never want to fill the oil full bars?? Half way to low bars on the range is perfect. And deactivating the 4wheel drive system with the e-brake? I will report back what I found. Never heard of that one before. Love the content and rhe Speed Yellow is sweet!
Here's a tip, remove your radio fuse if the car is going to be standing for a few weeks, took mine out and it started after 4 weeks plus, with it in i get around 8 days and it needs a boost, around 10 days and the alarm goes off, always at about 01:00 just when you're trying to get to sleep.
I know the alarm feeling too well. Thanks for the tip Ed if there are enough additional tips in the comments Ill make a part 2, Thanks for watching :-)
If you have the car in a secure area, don’t lock the doors when you store it.
Mine sat for a month like this and started right up. I think the security system may drain the battery.
Good vid - I presumed there was a problem with my passenger window so thanks for clearing that up!
Didn’t know about the fuel cap hanger. Always bugged me. Didn’t know the one touch up works when half way. Worth watching. Cheers.
There is a switch in the driver's footwell that will raise the spoiler when the car is parked. The two radiator ports in the front need to be checked occasionally for leaves or trash that gets blown in. A shop vac works to suck that stuff out.
use meguiars leather conditioner+cleaning your leather seats look dry! highly recommended :)
Meguiars is good. Also use mink oil.
I recently sold my 08 911 and bought an 09 997.2 with 6sp manual. Never knew about the passenger window can go up automatically when half way up. I also learned about the hook for the gas cap, I've always left it hanging straight down. One thing that annoys me is the radio always turn on when I turn the engine on, how can I avoid this?Thanks for the tips Satch, your car is looking better than ever by the way.
On 997.2, to turn radio off permanently, press and hold the volume knob for 3-5 seconds.
If you have the right kind of steering wheel, with buttons and controls on it, you can simply depress the left column wheel and it goes mute.
I heard there is a chance of (burning out ) the fuse box if you jump this way.....is there a safer way? Great video, as always, and supurb camera and sound work !!!!
You don’t need to jump from here just activate the electrics with the jumper so you can open the front and access the battery!! Then connect directly to the battery. It is unwise (very) to jump start any car other than directly onto the dead battery because you never know what unintended consequences you might end up with.
Love your videos but I do find it funny when you say we are going to start right now....then play 30 seconds of car video 😂
HAHA. I'm going to start saying - and were starting in about 20 to 30 seconds lol. Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
Not even a zorsch owner (trackZ06) here but luckily(or sadly) knew all and can tell you the awd thing is true thats how they used to dyno modded turbos
Thanks for the tips. I have the same model and I learned few new things about the car!! Thanks so much!!
That was a great #1 as I JUST learned that on my new 2013 911 997
love your vids, and your car, just fitted a new bosch s5 010 battery, to my 3.8 c4s and boy does it make a difference to the slow starting the varta was giving me.
I thought I knew my Porsche, but your bit about the swivelling clock wart, I did not, who reads all the manuals,
Great video mate. Would love to own a car and when I do this will be most helpful. Enjoy the T
Hopefully people can learn a tiny bit about these cars with this video (aside from the main things you normally see about engine, performance, styling etc) Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
My 996 C4S passenger window does the same, always thought something was knackered. Puts my OCD to rest knowing it’s meant to do that. 👍
Just found your channel and really enjoyed this video. I've subscribed and am in the market for a 997.2!
Tony DeSpirito thanks Tony good luck with your search. They are great cars hope you fine one soon & thanks for watching.
@@alsatch_ Thanks - I'll report back!
@@tonydespirito4880 its perfect for you, nothing says middle aged balding white guy like another 911
Thanks. Great video, was helpfull
Well I never knew that on the Chrono! Thanks.
I'm Sorry to hear you are quitting youtube. I follow your videos because i bought an 05 911 997 Sport Chrono two years ago. I am also sorry to hear all the grief you have been having from these narrow minded people but i do hope you will reconsider your decision sometime in the near future. In the meantime i would like to thank you for all your advice and help and hopefully we will see you again on youtube.
Damn it!! New subs get 10 years of good luck and a lambo!! I didn't get anything when I sub'd! If I unsubscribes and reuse do I get like maybe 3 years of good luck and a free shoelace? I've heard something about #1 on the forums but this clarifies it. Didn't know about 2, 3, 5, 8, and 10. #3 is pretty cool, if true. I wonder if there are any negative effects of it. #4, I've read on the forums as well, but now I know what it actually looks like. 10 is one of those that you don't really get unless you're in one. Nobody really talks about this seat bolsters. Thanks for the little insights.
BTW, I love the Speed Yellow deviated stitching!!
Really great video. Thank you! I like the Porsche lettering along the sides of your 997. Is that a sticker you can purchase or is that a custom paint job? Would love to know how to get it on mine.
How many of those are true of the 996? I haven't gotten to drive the car much because of the weather and a couple issues. Do you know anything about the chrystalizing of the digital display on the dashboard? Having trouble getting any help with it. Great video. Hope you got warm!
John Howell I know it’s a factor in the 996 climate display, but not sure about the instrument cluster, I’d have to do a check on how many of these carry over from the 996
The Porsche Network Thanks Satch! Have a Merry Christmas!
Hi satch. Could you do a video on things to watch out for. Common faults. Things you've experienced through experienced to avoid buying a older porsche...please
Hey Marvin, yeah sure, I'll do one of those videos. It will be in the new year but is a good ide a for a video. Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
#14. Open the drivers door, next to the hinge is a manual release for the fuel filler cap. Sometimes the plastic gears on the actuator for the fuel cap lock get damaged and it stops working, if it fails in the locked position and you need to fill up you can get the fuel filler cap open, other wise it is wheel off, wheel arch liner out, remover actuator etc.
John Benson I have never seen this so I’m going to look for it next time in the car. Thanks 👌👍
997 gen 1? Mechanism on fuel filler cap/flap? Not sure there's one. Maybe gen 2 only?
997.1, it’s there I’ve used it
Great video! Thank you for this. Any idea how to turn activate rear wiper on 997.2?
Just a note, when using the jump terminal to open the bonnet due to a dead battery you have to use the remote the door jam switch doesn't work.
My 997 is constantly damaged by stone chips as it’s so low, any tips couldn’t see too many on your bumper and particularly bonnet.
Maybe repair and use PPF? Maybe don't look at it so often, maybe drive about further away from cars in front? Seriously there is no solution to this, only ways to make it less bad.
997 in Yellow looks Sick 💕
Very helpful. Thank you
Final note: the seat memory feature only exists in cars with the fully electric adjustable seats (which also tilt mirrors down when you engage reverse). Think they call it 12-way adjustable.
Manual or part electric ones do not have that feature.
You can get a wireless diagnostic tool that works with your phone, I have one I really like it. it was cheap!
I really enjoyed this video, thank you :)
Thanks Jeffrey hope it helped thank you.
Nice job sir! Very useful information!
Great informative video Satch, the car looks gorgeous.
Thanks Peter. Hopefully somewhere, somebody learned something (aside from the usual info that is out there on these cars) Thanks :-)
Would love to see some videos on modifications, how does the 997 feel with new aftermarket shocks? What about some engine mods, how does the car respond? That would be great Satch!
I can't believe I've never noticed that hoop for the gas cap
Gryphus _ I k is, men either until a couple of months ago 👌👍
Just a quick question, you have a tasty 997 manual do you think that you will keep your car indefinitely because manual porsches are becoming more rarer and rarer? If not what is your next porsche you have your sights set on? 👍
Jonathan Galloway I want to be a little old man and still driving this car. I see no reason why I would ever sell this, it’s everything I want in a sports car. Sure there is lots of other models I like, so if anything I’ll add to my little fleet. 👍👌
@@alsatch_ I was hoping this would be your answer sir, that would be my thoughts too exactly if I owned it too. The only thing you will need to do is rebuild the engine after you put on another 150k miles or so. Legend!! 🤜 👍 🇬🇧
@@jonathangalloway6796 150k miles on my 997.1 and still going strong. Sticking with the 997.x for the hydraulic steering - you can feel when the tires start losing contact with the road, especially when autocrossing or other spirited driving. The newer electric assist doesn't give you that feedback. And I still prefer the sound of a naturally aspirated engine. I think the 997 will be a classic. When people talk about the latest GT3, they compare the steering feel to the 997.
You can put the spoiler up using the spoiler button so you can show the brake light
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Hey mate,you missed one more cool hidden 997 gem that not everyone might know about. The doors have a flip up hidden storage pocket 😉
Indeed they do. Cheers for adding to the list :-)
I knew a guy that had his used 997 for 3 years and never new about it until he saw me pull my sunglasses out of the pocket. He asked if it was an option. I walked over to his car and flipped his open. There was a parking lot receipt from 2009 and $2.10 in change in it. lol
You forgot to mention that after you have turned the front headlights on and pulled the light switch out one position the fog lights are illuminated, but if you pull the same switch out one detent further the rear single, very bright fog / snow light comes on.
Satch thanks again for another great Porsche video, for nerds like me that love Porsches. Keep up the excellent content and rock on to well over 1000000 subs! 👍 🇬🇧 🇩🇪 🤜 🤜 🤜 ✌️ ✌️
Beautiful cars Porsche those classic lines here watching hidden features on a brand of car I love but don’t own ❤️😍
Pretty sure I figured out # 1 the first time I drove mine! Nice few tips tho
Cool. It took me about 1.5 years LOL.
Are you saying the 1 click on the hand brake will not engage the e-brake at all??
Note on a 997.2. If you leave the key in the ignition in the off position, it Will run down the battery! Counterintuitive but true.
Hello mate .. great info ... thanks ... just have a couple of questions, i have two round things up next to the reading light, one has a dot, the second has two and the third has three dots ... any idea what those are ?
And suddenly yeaterday i was driving then i saw a new msg on my speedometer that says “ warning, battery generator “ each person is telling me a different thing ... even the porsche work shop ... any idea what that is ?
Programmable farage door buttons.
What I hate is having to use key to start my 9114s unlike my S4 where I don't need to take key out of my pocket. You open the door with left hand with key in the right and then you have to switch the key to your left hand to start.
paul l I just hold the key between me thumb and forefinger to open the door with my right hand and hold the key with the same.
Anyone know if that OBD tool gives the details of the rev ranges to see if its had over rev?
Grant Bell it doesn’t give over Rev info, you would need to use durametric/piwis kit for that.
The Porsche Network cool thanks... durametric it is then 👍🏻
I’ve got a 997 gen 2 !! I’d love to up grade radio module to digital and apple play for my music!, it’s a faff about using iPod connection. Also up grading sat nav would be good as my France tour this year was difficult at times!!
I have a gen 2 how do you upgrade to apple play?
I have absolutely no idea!? Hoping someone on here good help us
@@Rckhlld1 Google Dynavin N7 Pro, there's a dealer in NJ. I have it installed in my 997.2 and it works great.
@@neilkasher Dynavin N7 Pro
I was told by my Porsche dealership the Sport bottom and PASM bottom must always be ON. “Do not just turn On the Sport with out the PASM, what do you think are the implication in using them ON or OFF alone or together.
That sounds ridiculous. If so why would Porsche allow the PASM to be switched off independently as shown in the video?
What type of wheels are on the Porsche thamks
Ready, number 9 is pointles, everybody knows about it. However I live your Channel, please go on;)
Great videos, down to earth (!).
Where to buy the tool
Out of interest, can you do any software mods using the can bus like you can on other VW products? For example on my Golf R, I could make all sorts of adjustments. I wonder if the passenger window one touch feature could be fixed by doing that. Plus other things maybe?
The wheels and the stripe looks cool , it’s not too over the top , I like it , love the wheels in black against the yellow , and the black with the Porsche stripe goes well .. i never knew about the head light switch over for driving on the continent..
Happy Time thanks man- loving the new look of the car for now. Thanks for watching 👌👌
True story, my battery died in my 997. I went to the fuse box to pull out the "Jump" fuse, it was gone! Previous owner removed it? Sooooo, another hidden benefit, removed the drivers side front wheel (US cars), located in the upper wheel well is a black circular gromment, pry it off and it's attached to a emergency hood release cable, use pliers and pull, the hood pops open.
I’m just stunned at the state of some of the materials used in this car. What’s going on with the centre console near the drivers seat belt socket? And the leather on the seats is wrinkled! It just seems like it’s showing it’s age very badly.
I clicked the brake on my 997.2 turbo, not sure if all wheel drive was interrupted, but the system did not like it.
Hi, any indication where to get those wheels? Thank you!
Hi. These wheels are the lobster claw alloys. Best bet would be ebay. Thanks
Thanks a lot!👍
I think the majority of us call them 'lobster forks' - the newbies call them 'lobster claws' - no big deal to me - yes, I have them on my car - so, I obviously like them a lot - they are not two tone painted like yours.....nice racing yellow whip Satch.
Your 911 looks far better without the huge spoiler, for my money.
Julian Field thanks Julian, the majority of people I speak to are also of the same opinion. Maybe I need to buy a real GT3 to go alongside this car 👌👍🤣
Is that the Aerokit front bumper?
only Porsche and High end sport Audi's RS4,5,6 can pull off yellow.. Id say I do like Audi's Imola a little more than Speed yellow but I digress and retract to original statement. Cheers mates!
also if you have a sunroof and open it fully until it stops press the button again and it will open further,
I would never have guessed that the seat bolsters were anything but foam. Who knew? You did.
If you have a sunroof slide it back and when it’s right back press the button again and it will go back further
Lol the hook is not to hand it by the 'string' it's to hook the cap directly :)
Didn't see the link for the OBD...?
Hi Teri, you need to click the SHOW MORE in the description, but here is the link to the tool www.diagnostic-world.com/pages/list_of_all_auto_diagnostic_tools_273181-z=960089&p=131248.cfm#content_item_131248
Great Video, I have just put mine away for a bit and fitted a battery circuit breaker, now watching your video about flat batteries, will your trick still work if the battery is disconected? I see your from the north east, I have just recieved my 992 which I bought from Porsche Newcastle and have had it shipped down to NZ!
Nice One Mark. I'm a little confused though, is is not easier to buy a 911 in your area, or do you plan to come back to the UK with it? Thanks for watching :-) Daily Porsche Content on the Facebook Page facebook.com/porschenetworks/
@@alsatch_ I had money over there and was concened that the great British pound was about to bomb!
Not a bad way to spend it in that case :-)
Personally I would vacuum the car out before a video. There was money in the seat, lots of debris in the shifter boot, etc. just a suggestion.
Its secret is thats is a Vauxhall Nova underneath the shell.
Excellent - I was thinking I've got a dodgy passenger window switch (and it was annoying me). Now I know it's SUPPOSED to annoy me...it'll annoy me less :-)
BTW - any idea WHY they do that?
Great video as always. By the way, Where's my Lambo? ;-)
In the post :-0 - you think im kidding don't you :-)
The Porsche Network and there was me thinking you would wind me up send me one of those micro machines which we used to play with when we were kids. 😀
How about that HOUK on the gas door? (Sorry, I had to)
And that gas cap on almost all vehicles have something to hang it off of so it dosent just dangle n scratch ur paint
Thanks
Batteries dying on 997 seem to be a very common theme. Mine just does not. Especially since it goes to sleep after 7 days of sitting with no activity.
Admittedly I drive he car all year round...
and when you open your sunroof and it’s fully back press the button again and it will go back further
Car is looking mint mate! I have the Adaptive Sport seats like yours, but my memory function has never worked/been able to reset. Are you supposed to hold the 'M' button, then the key number? I've tried everything and think it needs taking to Porsche to reset the key, 2 indy's haven't been able to sort mine. I found if i lock the car, then unlock it straight away, it locks itself after a minute or so (if i don't open any doors), then the seat stays where i left it, otherwise it goes back to the key setting from the previous owner!
Another button that i've noticed other people didn't know about, is the little button on the underside of the main right hand stalk, press it and it activates the headlight wash.
They two keys have their own M1 memory setting. Not global M1, M2 and M3 but both keys have their own 3 settings. Also wish the car would know better if the owner of key no. 2 eg has driven slowly in resent weeks and with key no 1 the opposite, so I would get a proper responce from the PDK box from the start. Not so if the mrs has driven the car most of the time, rather it takes some time and more distance before the car adusts to the drivers liking. I think this would have been easy to modify just by noting which key is being activated. Hmmm.
All very interesting. So, in summary; read the owners manual!!
Wow I've had my Gen 2 Targa 4S for several years, didn't know about the headlight switch, the handbrake or the chrono. Thank you!
The radio knobs always get sticky. Why can’t Porsche fix this problem
I think if u double tap up on the window it goes all the way up ik it’s not 1 touch but still better then holding it the whole time lol
memory seats? something people didn't know!! or hidden feature? or did i understand that wrong?
#5 I thought something was wrong with my car
I’m a newbie to the 997......and ready to retire and the 997 caught my eye some years ago for a weekend driver.
Is there anything I should be looking for in a PPI that are red flags to look out for ?
I have my eye on the 911-997.1 in the 2007 model year
Thanks for any help you might be able to provide
997.1 had problema so you should definitely get a PPI
A decade of good luck plus free lambo, i'm in lol.
Dennis B lambo is in the post my friend 😃