Body - Cracking/Grating Noises from Targa Roof

911 (996)
2/05
Binder - 6, Body Equipment

3/7/05

Seal For Targa Roof Sliding Cover Has Been Modified

Vehicle Type:
911 Targa (996)

Model Year:
As of 2002

Concern:
The seal of Targa sliding cover crackles/grates with sliding cover closed.

Information:
The seal of the sliding cover is located on the sliding cover frame. If the sliding cover is closed, the seal can cause crackling or grating noises in the area of the contact surfaces of the seal on the Targa roof module.

In order to prevent noises from occurring, a modified seal has been installed with an optimized seal profile in vehicles as of the date of introduction. In the event of a customer complaint, the existing seal on the sliding cover frame should be replaced with the modified seal on vehicles produced before the date of introduction.

Introduction: December 3, 2004, as of the following VIN:

99 95S 63 5085





Parts Information

Work Procedure:

1. Remove existing seal of sliding cover.

1.1 Remove sliding cover, see Workshop Manual, 911 Targa (996), Group 6, 60 40 19 - Removing and installing lid for sunroof - Targa.

Important!
The sliding cover may be damaged if stored incorrectly - Improper storage can damage and scratch the sliding cover.

> Set removed sliding cover on a soft, clean, and slip-resistant surface.





1.2 Remove sliding cover frame, see Workshop Manual, 911 Targa (996), Group 6, 60 28 19 - Removing and installing lid frame for sunroof - Targa. When you do this, unclip the water drain hoses (Figure 1, Item C) of the seal from the bracket on the roof assembly.

1.3 Pull out seal (Figure 1, Item A) upward all the way around and out of the groove in the sliding cover frame (Figure 1, Item B).

2. Install new modified seal.

Important!
The seal is secured on the sliding cover frame with adhesive strips on the corners.

2.1 Clean bonding surfaces on the corners of the sliding cover frame with cleaning agent.

2.2 Press in the new seal, part number, 996.562.455.01, all the way around in the sliding cover frame groove.

2.3 Pull off protective film (Figure 1, Item D) from the adhesive strips on the underside of the new seal and press the corners of the seal firmly on the sliding cover frame.

2.4 Press the seal with a plastic roller all the way around on the sliding cover frame.

2.5 Install sliding cover frame and clip in the water drain hoses of the seal in the bracket on the roof assembly.

2.6 Install sliding cover.





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