IMS. You need to remove the transmission to replace the IMS so most people club it with the clutch job. All 2006-2008 model year 997.1's, including both the 3.6L M96/05 and 3.8L M97/01, use the new "large bearing" IMS which effectively solved the problem. These can't be replaced ...
Slightly insufficient lubrication together with slight cooling issue translates to a problem. 3. Intermediate shaft (IMS) brearing issue. Camshafts are run from the intermediate shaft that is driven by crankshaft. The intermediate shaft has a bearing that gives up at some point. When that bearing...
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changing emission standards made the shift to water-cooled engines inevitable. However, the Type 4 engine did leave a lasting impact, especially on the Volkswagen Bus. The Type 2 (T2) Bus in particular adopted the Type 4 engine in its later years, benefiting from the additional power it ...
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Problem:Random electrical problems, electrical components not working, gauges acting strange, HVAC acting strange, engine would die when brake pedal depressed or when placed in reverse. Dealer:My garage Date:June-2016 Description: Lots of weird random electrical problems. Caused by the replacement ign...