Subject: Shift Rod Rattle Models: 911 Carrera 1987-1988
Bulletin Number: 88 – 02
To further reduce shift rod rattle on 1987 and 88 models, an additional rubber ring may be installed on the shift rod.
First check, and if applicable, repair vehicle according to Bullet Group 3, Number 870 dated July 31, 1987.
If a shift rod rattle is still noticeable proceed as follows:
- Remove shift rod coupling access plate.
- With shift lever in neutral, disconnect frost shift rod from coupling.
- Move shift lever in 3rd gear position and slide rubber ring over front shift rod. Rubber ring Part Number 999.701.969.40
- Reconnect shift coupling.
- With shift lever in neutral, slightly tension the rubber ring with a tie down strap attached to the left side hand brake cable guide tube. The distance from the shift rod flange to the rubber ring should be approx. 100mm (see picture).
- Reinstall the access plate. Roadtest car. If rattle is still audible increase tension on rubber ring slightly.
Conversion time: 30 TU

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