911 and 930 Service Advisory
911 and 930 Service Advisory
For your seldom-driven cars, we suggest the following services to be performed on an annual basis:
Oil filter service- change the oil and filter, cut the existing filter and inspect for the presence of metallic particles.
Check the engine case and gearbox for leaks.
Inspect the functionality of the e-brake, and address if needed.
Inspect the condition of the brakes and the brake fluid.
Inspect steering rack boots, tie rod end boots, and ball joints.
Inspect the half-shafts for wear and torn boots.
Nut-and-bolt the exhaust system and check for leaks.
Check the tires for cracks or dry-rotting, set to correct pressures.
Check all rubber seals, apply appropriate lubrication if necessary.
Complete inspection of the lighting system, including the headlight alignment.
Complete windshield washer inspection- check the fluid level, nozzle aim, and condition of the wipers.
Check the battery life by performing a load test and voltage check.
General check of electrical components and wiring, including the horn.
For the daily-drivers, we suggest the following every 3,000 miles.
Oil filter service- change the oil and filter, cut the existing filter and inspect for the presence of metallic particles.
Perform a valve-adjustment service.
Inspect the air-cleaner flame-trap (a.k.a. pop-off bowl).
In addition to the above, we also perform the following every 6,000 miles.
Check the rocker-shaft torque.
Check the distributor for correct gap specifications and lubricate the points.
Check the ignition timing.
Inspect the alternator belt.
Inspect the fuel-pump strainer.
Inspect the front wheel bearings.
For carburetor equipped cars, the linkage is inspected.
Adjust idle as necessary.
Check the battery life by performing a load test and voltage check.
Replace the pollen filters depending on the year.
Check the engine and gearbox for leaks.
Inspect the air-filter, clean or replace if necessary.
Complete inspection of the crank-case system.
Complete inspection of the fuel-system- hoses, clamps, and a fuel pressure check.
Complete inspection of the air-intake system as well as the vacuum lines.
Inspect the functionality of the e-brake, and address if needed.
Complete brake system inspection: Check the pads for wear; check the rotors for wear or cracks; check the hoses for rubbing; check the hard lines for damage; brake fluid flush.
Check to make sure the clutch adjustment is within specification.
Check to make sure the throttle movement is within specification.
Inspect steering rack boots, tie rod end boots, and ball joints.
Check the drive-train fluids to ensure correct level.
Inspect the half-shafts for wear and torn boots.
Nut-and-bolt the exhaust system and check for leaks.
Check the tires for cracks or dry-rotting; set to correct pressures.
Inspect the door hinges and lubricate as necessary.
Ensure the correct operation of all locks, latches, and power-lock systems for the cars that have these equipped.
Inspect the seat-belts to ensure correct operation.
Check all rubber seals, apply appropriate lubrication if necessary.
Complete inspection of the lighting system, including the headlight alignment.
General check of electrical components and wiring, including the horn.
Complete windshield washer inspection- check the fluid level, nozzle aim, and condition of the wipers.
Road test the car to ensure correct operations of the brake, clutch, steering, A/C, heating, instruments, and e-brake.
We advise replacing the manual transmission fluid at this time as well.
In addition to the above, we also perform the following every 12,000 miles.
Replace the alternator belt
Perform a compression and leak-down test.
Complete filter service: air-filter, and oil-filter.
Replace spark-plugs.
Replace the manual transmission oil.
Check point maintenance every 10,000 miles:
Check the emissions systems using our in-house CO analyzer.
Inspect the hand-throttle lever. Adjust as needed.
For EVAP equipped cars, the system is inspected.
Replace the charcoal filter if present.
Check the EGR system if present.
Road test the vehicle- an optional dyno-test is available.
Please note that some of these services may not be necessary depending on the model year of your 911.