How to Repair a Noisy Bosch Starter Motor

My 2000 Porsche Boxster S (986) recently started making a metallic screeching noise on cold starts. Fortunately this startup noise can be fixed for free. All you have to do is take the starter motor apart and rebuild it.
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As always, I'm just an amateur mechanic. I can't speak to the safety of any of the things I do. You should always do your own research and take responsibility for your own safety.

[@Dispensecom]

Great to see someone who actually fixes parts these days rather than just replaces them. Thanks! I'll be doing this repair on Saturday. I've heard Porsche dealers charge between $900 and $1400 to replace a starter motor!

[@BurnersCars]

Exactly! I think many good parts are tossed out just because people don't realize they can be repaired! ...and since it costs nothing and only takes a couple of hours, the savings are huge!

[@Dispensecom]

And when they buy a replacement and hand in their core, they don't often realize that they are getting someone else's core that has been repaired.

[@Dispensecom]

I ended up taking it apart however I did not remove the 3 solenoid screws and solenoid cover. I cleaned out the planetary gears etc, and then I repeatedly rinsed the inside of the solenoid housing with about 2 cups of WD-40 by filling it, rotating it, and letting the solenoid housing drain. All sorts of black carbon looking material and particulate came out eventually making the solenoid action smooth. Greased the planetary gears and put it back together. I was able to remove the starter by only having to remove the rear intake plenum saving a little bit of time as the majority of time on the job was removing and reinstalling the starter. Its been back in the car for a month and working perfectly. You saved me a bundle. Now let me know your easy way to double the horsepower. ;)

[@BurnersCars]

Awesome! Thanks for the update! I'm glad to hear it wet smoothly. I think it's a great idea to use WD-40 to clean out the old grease. As for doubling the horsepower, it's quite simple. Just replace the engine, transmission and ECU. Easy! ;)

[@BikerBloke600]

Excellent. I wonder how many people have went out and bought a new Starter Motor when all it needed was a bit of lubrication. Great Video. 👍🍻

[@joshb7054]

Was just about to buy one before watching this!

[@wtoddland]

Hearing the noise your starter made was valuable to me. I have filed that sound away in my mental archives. Also, from experience with American cars, I was surprised to see you lubricate the starter instead of tossing it. Well done, makes sense! Thanks, Ben!

[@BurnersCars]

Excellent! It's a truly terrifying noise when you first hear it, but really not a big deal. Since the rebuilt starters are over $200 and the new Porsche starters are... stupidly expensive, this was a great (free) way to keep the starter quiet and happy.

[@gabbyprod]

Great video! Just pulled mine apart today, disassembled and lubed tonight and will reinstall tomorrow. I found this video about 4 months ago and it put me at ease over what the problem was. Sounds ATROCIOUS when it starts happening! Glad it's just the starter. Nothing is ever cheap on a Porsche, but I'll take this fix for FREE!!!

[@AaronAverett]

For those thinking about attempting this, the torx screws that hold the solenoid on are M5x0.8x35. You will almost certainly have to drill them out like Burner (and I) did, since they're apparently made out of brie and paper maché. They're not really special, but they're an unusual size, so normal parts stores don't have them, but I was able to find suitable replacements on Amazon. It's probably best to plan ahead, and have them before you start, so the car doesn't have to be taken apart for days.

[@ronaldpotter2519]

been a master certified Mercedes-Benz systems technician for 10 years. I've NEVER EVER had to replace a starter motor. Ever. Rebuilt Bosch crap.

[@richardwilkins5791]

I did this job on my2007 987. So far so good. Cheers Ben.

[@mkrp4]

On Denso starter the noise is produced by planetary gear rattle rather then sticking solenoid or jammed one way clutch. This why many people were able to get rid of noise by lubrication planetary gear. The proper way of repair is to replace a bronze bushing for the armature in the center of the planetary carrier in addition to greasing of the gears. However a grease alone can help as well

[@911tbf]

I have a 911 and had the same problem. I watched your show and lubricated all the parts. It now works wonderfully. And yes, one needs a reallllly lonnng extension to get the one bolt at the bottom

[@cldavies9]

Just done this on a mk1 golf Bosch starter. went a bit far and removed cleaned rotor & brushes etc as were in coronavirus lockdown! Rebuilt and is now perfect, no horrid noise at startup. Thanks for the tips.

[@zumik83]

I did that twice, every other 10 months. This fix lasts as long as the grease lubricates the little electromotor shaft. What you need to do is change the nut or muff in which the shaft rotates. It becomes loose overtime and develops a play of the shaft , letting dirt enter between the shaft and the nut into which it spins. The grease method lasts a short while.

[@Inexplicable6]

Great video man! I have an '04 Mazda 6 V6 with a 5-speed manual transmission. I replaced the starter over a decade ago because of this same noise. The dealer told me the part had a new number as they tweaked the design to prevent this noise for manual transmission models as the clutch dust was exacerbating the issue. Well... The noise came back in just 2 years but it was beyond the part warranty. I think the part I got (from my Mazda dealership!) may have had the updated model number on the box but was built with original components. Crazy. Ever since then I've had to pull my starter out every couple years to clean and lubricate the Bendix gear. It's a huge pain in the ass task. Have to do it again now... And cold weather makes it worse.

[@jaegermah]

Prob might be your flywheel (manual transmission) or flex-plate (automatic transmission).. Check out this video, it might help you put. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5bOgYCplrVqZpo

[@siggymartin]

Business end of the video starts at 5:45. Suggest using impact hammer/bits or air to remove the solenoid screws. Done. Reused. Solenoid machined too tight. Needs a few thousands machining. Old grease was dried out. Let's see how long the new grease lasts. Surprised that after nearly 2 decades of grinding the pinion gear looked in pretty good shape. Quiet now, let's see how long it lasts. You made this video two years ago. How long has the Mobil1 grease lasted without issues? Have you had to redo the job? Hats off to you! Great video.

[@bernardmauge8613]

Never try to remove the solenoid screws by turning them. Always use an impact driver to protect the head. The problem is corrosion around the holes or the threads. By forcing the head to turn while the screw is frozen, you are destroying the torxs groove. This was designed on purpose so you do not take it apart. There is nothing wrong with the screws, only the user. Thanks for the video I enjoyed it.

[@alexandervanwyk7669]

Thanks Ben for your preparation and detail regarding screw sizes etc. Although I remembers that greasing the solenoid is a no-no. Wish you went a little further and replaced the brushes also and it is always. It is always interesting to know the mileage age and whether one could source it from the standard VW or Audi parts, because the dealers tries to keep this secret. Thumps up and keep on posting your videos.

[@vladimiralvarez1162]

This cat is a mad scientist with the Porsche boxter ..big ups mon

[@silasforschle1852]

I had same sound once at begin of the winter I searched everywhere... because it sounds scary !! thank you now I know what to do :-)

[@BurnersCars]

Glad I could help... It really does make a scary noise; the video doesn't do it justice! Luckily, it's not nearly as serious as it sounds.

[@ladantavassol9661]

So i'd better to change my Mechanic, since i described the noise exactly as you did here, with James Dean and others, and he didn't get the problem. I can't do this myself, but thank you very much for your great video.

[@practicalmethodalgarveport4437]

Great video. The last video I watched on the same subject the guy ranted for twenty minutes about & didn't show what to do with the starter mother- thanks again for the video

[@flavianngabriel4337]

I was looking for this. Thank you. No new starter for me neither. "The sound of success" :)))

[@stephenoverstreet9898]

This is a great video, Ben! I have this EXACT issue with my new-to-me '05 Boxster S. So glad you took the time to fix and video it! Thank you!

[@BurnersCars]

Awesome! I was hoping I would be able to help others... And congrats on the Boxster S!

[@noelsantos1266]

Amazing- very helpful! I just bought a new-to-me '04 Boxster S Special Edition. First cold start since I bought it and heard the exact same noise. Thanks for your videos, much appreciated.

[@noelsantos1266]

As a follow up, I removed the starter and had it rebuilt (not mechanically inclined or trust myself enough to put it back together properly) which was a much cheaper alternative to new and I think a better way to go (OEM so no concerns of fit) and have reinstalled it since and starts up perfectly- without the screeching noise! Thanks again!!

[@andrewlacroix3565]

I did precisely the same repair on my 996, except I changed the brushes while I had it out. Nice job.

[@BurnersCars]

Thank you, sir! ...and good call on replacing the brushes at the same time.

[@andrewlacroix3565]

You are welcome. I think that your repair videos are superb and great for me since I try and do all my own wrenching on my 996 which has an engine which is identical to yours save a different displacement. Keep up the good work. I know that you are in the pacific northwest, I am on Vancouver Island so if you are in that neck of the woods let me know and we'll have a beer and yak about cars.

[@BurnersCars]

I love Vancouver Island, so that definitely needs to happen!

[@patrickhouston829]

Thank you for the accurate diagnosis. My solenoid was not sticking as badly as yours, but just cleaning the plunger sorted it out. Had just replaced brushes, and should have sorted solenoid at same time. Noise was similar to clutch release bearing, but I had just replaced that. Should the noise come back, I will replace the solenoid, Total job 1 hour.

[@محمدصلاح-ل2ح1ض]

You are my hero,, this solution is 0 cost!! brilliant

[@dontblockmebro2082]

Thanks for posting! My 06 Cayenne was making the exact sound. Bought a cheaper starter for $130 and put in. Took apart the old Bosch and ordered a new solenoid, bushings, and contacts. Haven't gotten to putting everything back together. I figured I would keep it if the Chinese starter took a crap.

[@BurnersCars]

Yeah, that's smart. With the Bosch starter rebuilt it should be good for many more miles... and you saved a ton of money... even with the cost of the cheap Chinese starter!

[@michaelrich5501]

My car has the squeal. Thanks for the repair tutorial.

[@XStyleFitness]

Have the same sound, intermittently. Thought it was the serpentine belt slipping. Great video explanation. Thank you.

[@monkey875]

I have that noisy starter that I both and this is my second starter know I known what it is. Thanks for posting that knowledge very helpful. 😊

[@keilo357]

Real man at work

[@dh4276]

This little tip on the three bolts on Sonos in left-handed drill bit works great for removing those

[@spottyco.6580]

Burner, Your vids are a real blessing. Keep up the amazing work. Im almost as brave as you - (IMS vid still gives me chills). Everything else so far Great!

[@BurnersCars]

Thanks, Ray! I'm glad to hear they help! ...and as for the IMS project, well, it took me awhile to work up the courage for that, too!

[@mikeobrien5867]

Ha Ha Awesome! Great videos. I have a 1999 Boxster I bought last November and it started making that noise a week ago. I'm planning to do the IMS right away (caving into the fear) so I'll do this at the same time. Thanks for all the help!

[@BurnersCars]

Awesome! Glad I could help!

[@mikeobrien5867]

Thanks for the video. I just did this job and it fixed my starter noise.

[@fabiorosa4757]

Life saver! I just fixed my starter! Audi A3, thx a lot

[@jimv1484]

Got this job done with your help.....I caught a little break in that I removed my Air oil Separator and that gave me the needed room to get to the difficult starter bolt.......of course this info is only any good to those that are doing both jobs.

[@marts500]

Wow...Burner dropping yet another important Porsche knowledge bomb...with one caveat though.Whle driving my silver Boxster i try not to think about James Dean...☹️

[@sunset986S]

agreed!

[@BurnersCars]

Good point. Maybe avoid the number 130 and be careful around intersections... Ok guys?

[@Soggz7785]

Thank you for the vid. Great advice.👍🏾🛠

[@pkasb90]

This video has the best explanation.

[@TheBucklandgrp]

So glad you did that video. I have the same noise so I changed the belt but that didn't work, I was going to start changing pulleys, and then I saw this video. Thanks Man!

[@BurnersCars]

Awesome!

[@skithewhitestuff]

Great video Mr B. I am having the same trouble with my starter so will give this a go. Many thanks

[@RoadandRacetv]

Lovely ensemble you have on at the end :-)

[@BurnersCars]

Thanks, mate! I've got to keep it classy ;-)

[@stevenpillay581]

Awesome! You have been a great help to my annoying problem on my Cayman. Thanks!

[@kostik]

Another gread vid! Really enjoyed it (and hope that my starter wont make this noise in the near future - there's already so much on my list, just waiting for the better weather here in Germany)

[@BurnersCars]

Thank you, sir! I hope it doesn't, but hey, at least it's a free fix!

[@luisfranciscojimenez7889]

Really nice how to, I just did my in my boxster S 03 the noise was just so bad... took me about 4hs though

[@BurnersCars]

Thanks! And nice work fixing it! I imagine it could take longer if things were really sticky or difficult to disassemble.

[@wildbillcarroll]

One other thing I'm replacing the water pump, and thermastat so I took off the hoses and had a clear shot to the motor mount I had to lower motor to get bolt out it all went well!!

[@dh4276]

I'm not sure what kind of car you working on Burner but I've been playing with my diesel starter for my Volkswagen and having the same issue that I got two stars doing the same thing and I've got one tour part and then I'll find your video and you got the same exact starter thank you so much and subscribe to your channel see what else you got that might help me

[@Couch_engineer]

Ha, skrillex, butter knife. Loved it

[@chrismickler5154]

Great video. My 996 has recently started doing the exact same thing. Thanks.

[@wildbillcarroll]

My starter does this intermittently for past two years, I also have the problem after driving my car turn it off and shortly return to start it turns over slowly but starts. I have a very good new battery which I have checked also. So I'm just going to replace starter.

[@BurnersCars]

Yep. Good call. It sure sounds like the starter.

[@lordan6909]

Fantastic 👏👏

[@MikeStrip]

I had this same issue usually right after washing my car! Great video very helpful.

[@dpodsful]

Glad to see that you like Hanes :)

[@1phlo]

I just put a brand new starter in my 08 Cadillac STS. I still hear the noise but my engine shut off after it was started. Is this caused by a bad flywheel?

[@noelsantos1266]

Is it sufficient to disconnect the ground on the battery or do you recommend that both negative and positive leads are disconnected?

[@siggymartin]

Take off positive and tape it down! For a few more seconds take off both leads. Do you want to disconnect the negative and make yourself the ground with a ratchet in hand? No thank you!

[@TheBucklandgrp]

I'm removing my starter motor tomorrow. How did you remove the screws when you drilled off the heads? I don't see how you could possibly get the rest of the screw out and then replace it with a new screw. Or did I misunderstand what you were doing?

[@BurnersCars]

Yeah, that's exactly what I did. Once I drilled off the heads and disassembled the starter, the screws were no longer under any tension, and I was able to remove them fairly easily with pliers / vice grips.

[@TheBucklandgrp]

Nice, you the man! I'm getting to work now.

[@marekminar4724]

Very helpful! Thank You so much!

[@f3arful]

I have the same sound on a 2007 dodge grand caravan. When I first bought the van their was already issues with the starter that I knew I had to do. I replaced it entirely with a new starter, and I have this noise again. So this method would have to be applied to mine as well? Or a newer better reputable replacement starter? Any input would be great thanks.

[@wildbillcarroll]

Unrelated I pulled my engine mount yesterday and discovered that whoever replaced it last time did not push it all the way in and only put one spacer on to compensate. So I pushed the old one out the rubber was almost completely torn around the perimeter, I used the old mount outer ring to push in the new one. I just don't understand how someone could do an incomplete job like that. My clue that something was wrong was when I was getting it in a corner and shifted I felt a little wiggle. I love working on my car!!

[@BurnersCars]

Nice work replacing the engine mount! One of the reasons I like doing the work myself is that you so often find examples of poor work! I want to know it's done right!

[@RIPSAWONE]

My thought is some areas should not be greased since heat will coak it. That is what jammed it up in the first place. The sliding steel shaft in the solenoid magnet coil is a loose fit. Maybe a film of grease for anti rust followed by a wipe off with a cotton cloth would be better. Those oilite bearings get a drop of thin oil and a wipe off. They have their own lubricant thru out the bearing material.

[@mirkotripic1752]

Amazing videos. Keep them coming. What an enthusiast! I occasionally hear this type of noise on a warm startup after a spirited drive. Never on cold. Any idea why? I've got a 996. I am not sure how to get to the starter in my car.

[@theplayernkc]

Mine did the same thing back in 2014 and I think the car had around 110k miles on it. I have a Tiptronic trans and to get the starter out I had to remover the oil filler tube, that's no fun. I read up on re-lubing the starter, but I said the heck with that and just got a new starter. I figure if the new starter last as long as the original stater, 11 years and 110k miles, the engine may go before it starts doing the squeal again. I tried giving the used starter away on the forums, just asked for the shipping cost be covered and nobody took me up on the offer. Finally tossed it last month.

[@BurnersCars]

Yep. Mine has 100k miles on it. They definitely last awhile. I can't believe nobody took you up on the old starter, though!

[@theplayernkc]

What's funny (well not really) was my starter didn't squeal on cold start ups. It had a mind of it's own and of course liked to do while I was at the gas station. Not many Porsches around where I live so people always had their eyes on it and I would start it up and squeeeeal. Was so embarrassing, I just wanted it fixed with no worries of how long the re-lube would last.

[@BurnersCars]

Ha! Yeah, that would be pretty embarrassing! I was lucky that it mostly made the squeal in my garage.

[@joejoe188]

theplayernkc Or wait until people are gone then start it. haha!

[@joejoe188]

No one wanted the starter out of fear, and because a good 95% of Porsche owners I'd be willing to bet, don't work on their own cars. Wether a 944, boxster or a 911. Mine started doing that at 61k miles and after watching this I would of taken your used one for free, in a heart beat !

[@philtrottier4442]

Thanks! Great tutorial

[@RTomas3]

Just in case, this starter motor is equal to all starter motors mount in VAG group (Audi, Seat, Skoda, VW). My Seat starter is quite now! :) Thks!

[@noseycomic499]

Thanks for the Vid! Diagnosed my problem right away!

[@grahamedwards6466]

Thanks for that video. I am about to do the same thing on my lovely 1997 Boxster.

[@vicky-nc3to]

So does the faulty motor will make noise while removed from car & battery powered....? Mine starter makes kind of same noise in start-up in Porsche 968 Anyway ... Very good video

[@g.j.dutoit4447]

Hi Iv got a Fiat 128 Rally 1974 My starter keep on cranking and not start at all, i had to pul battery wire to stop it. After days of strangle i find that the points plastic on it melt little and touching the earth. After fixed the points starter stop keep on cranking. And car starts 100% Thing that confuse me totaly. How can points that touch earth like my car did. Let the starter keep on cranking. How is that possible??? My coil got 3 wires on. 1. Ignition wire to + 2. Wire to points on - 3. Wire also on - (this wire i got no idee where it goes) Realy realy hope you can give me the answer on this. 😁😁😁

[@yueibm]

Thank you for a great and methodical video! Answered all of my questions and I'll be doing this to my 997 starter, having replaced one in my 986 before to solve this issue. One interesting thing is the aftermarket starter I installed in the 986 has a much faster start and makes the car sound more like a more pedestrian car during cranking (DB Electrics brand).

[@PBH27]

I had the same sound after cold starts, so I ended up replacing the starter motor. However, I’m still getting shuddering sounds. It’s not squealing anymore, but I have no idea where the shudder is coming from. Only lasts about 2-3 seconds after I start the engine from a cold start. Any ideas? 2000 Porsche Boxster 2.7L Automatic

[@nabs2714]

A fantastic video.. brilliant.

[@HETPEZB]

Don't know why, but all my small P cars sounded the same - 99 Boxster, 05 Boxster and 07 Cayman. Essentially the same cars with the same starters. None of the other non-P makes/models were acting the same.

[@cenariusbg]

My car makes this noise. Thanks for the video. I should be doing this procedure soon. The car is golf mk4 petrol engine. If someone is interested.

[@vincentvenezia2692]

Great Video, going to make an attempt, I have some good quality marine grease, (water resistant) do you think it would be ok to use. Thanks V

[@GlitchEmpireBrett]

Lucky your starter is on top

[@osmanshah4788]

Thanks you have solved my big problem.

[@wildbillcarroll]

Are you going to be doing a video on water drain tubes, mine is leaking and I pulled the wet carpet out on the passenger floor and I discovered some bubbling of the paint I sanded the rust and put some stop rust on it. But you can find diagrams of the tubes but no instructions on how to access. I have blown air through them, used suction but I suspect that I have a dislocated tube so I'm going to be taking out wheel well covers and exploring. Thanks!!

[@BurnersCars]

Funny you should mention it... I actually already shot some video on the subject (just haven't put it together). If you haven't already, you can try pouring small amounts of water down each drain tube and checking to see 1) if it drains out under the car and 2) if the carpet is wet. That might save you some time by helping to pinpoint which tube. It's even possible someone just spilled something (ok, it's unlikely, but worth checking before you go through the work of tracing things down).

[@wildbillcarroll]

No spills it's behind the passenger seat a very common place for leaks, yes I put water in the main catch and I saw water go out in front of the right rear wheel, is there another tube in that area? You have the right rear drain inside the storage for top area and in the top rail area the slot for hard cover if you know what I mean. Thanks!!

[@BurnersCars]

Ah, yeah, definitely sounds like a problem with the drain. I think I know what you mean. There are a total of 4 drain holes on the back (2 on each side). It sounds like you have checked both (one in storage area and one in the rail), right? If it's still leaking into the passenger area, well, it sounds like you'll have to go fishing :/

[@wildbillcarroll]

I bought one of those cheap 19.99 endoscopes and it works pretty good I think I will do some fishing with it!!!

[@BurnersCars]

Good thought. Let me know what you find.

[@zenybagadiong8647]

Mine is a Mazda mpv. Only make the noise when i start the car for the firs time during the day. Can i let just the mechanic replace the starter motor? how expensive will it be?

[@jimv1484]

Subscribed...........excellent vids....2001 Box....making starter noise

[@wilsonng911]

Like your videos. Very informative. Although I kind of wish you were driving a 911 SC or the like. 😄😄👍

[@BurnersCars]

Yeah! Keep the Boxster as a daily, take the 911 SC out on weekends... a man can dream.

[@wilsonng911]

Burner's Cars great you do have a 911. Please make some videos on that car. If you can off course.👍👍😄

[@BurnersCars]

Sadly, no, I don't. Just wishing I had one! Maybe when I have a bit more disposable income or I achieve KZbin stardom 😆

[@lindacurtis9730]

Hi Ben. Excellent video. Going to try this myself. The only thing I'm concerned about is getting it in and out due to the location of that screw. When I'm looking at it from inside (from the front) is it easy to identify from that location ? Thanks !!

[@BurnersCars]

It's pretty hard to see from the front, but you can see it from the top of the engine. I threaded the socket in through the front to the approximate location, then moved around to the top of the engine to ensure it was on right.

[@josetiradocotto4571]

Gracias por el video muy bueno y me fue de gran ayuda.

[@zupperm]

How does the shaft assembly come off? There’s a solid flange on the tooth drive side so it doesn’t just back off

[@zupperm]

Never mind I saw in the closeup that yours did not have the part. Its a round piece of metal which is pressed under the teeth and you have to pry it off. I don’t know yet if it goes back

[@DivineProductions805]

That is the exact sound that My 2003 Boxter S makes! I've been racking my brain to find out what it was. I thought it was the solenoid, but now I see it's just - exactly what you described with the two different size gears (and ir not returning to its original state) I am going to try and take the starter out and apart (like you showed). I've never worked on the Boxter (but have worked on other American cars) do you think it will be easy enough for someone like me to do the work? (I've changed water pumps, thermostats, alternators, windshield wiper motors and things like that)

[@BurnersCars]

Awesome! Yeah, from what you've described, I think you'd be able to manage it. The mid-engine layout takes a little getting use to, but being able to access the front of the engine from behind the seats actually makes some jobs a little easier!

[@eiffelwong3466]

I have the squeaky sound which much longer when I start the car... I replace pulley, alternator bearing , belt also can’t solve... Until my starter spoil, once I replace, no more sound!!!

[@mxracingunlimitedltd7784]

Belt tensioner putting enough pressure on the belt for it to be tight enough? Bad/Weak spring loaded tensioner or a loose mechanical type tensioner is not tight enough to put proper tension on the belt which can/will cause a squeak on startup when the belt is still cold and slips. Also verify ALL other pulleys are straight, bearings tight, and spin smoothly with the belt removed...

[@mcdonaldbrown3212]

My car makes this noise sometimes. Does it cause damage if you leave it? Should I consider this an urgent repair?

[@nutrihealthdoc]

Good question. And does it go away if you use the car more or just get worse?

[@allenhsu869]

Another great video, Ben! Hey how come your driver side is on the right (when you were in the car at 11:23)??

[@BurnersCars]

Ha! good eye. I had my GoPro mounted upside down (it was just easier to mount that way). So I had to flip the video, and ended up on the right!

[@iaturlangkisungoh9721]

good job

[@youngkobe2373]

hey, I got a problem on my 2001 Porsche Boxter its 2001 leaking antifreeze near the near the back right passenger wheel, do you know what could be the problem?

[@BurnersCars]

Yes! I think it's pretty likely to be one of these two things: 1) the cap on the coolant tank is faulty. They're designed to vent if the pressure is too high. When they fail, they leak at much lower temps / pressures than they should 2) The plastic expansion tank is cracked. Since they're plastic, they grow brittle after many years and fail. Both these problems will be worse when the car is hot / running, but if the car is leaking coolant when it's just sitting there cold, it's probably the tank. I would definitely start by checking these 2 things... if that isn't the problem there are a few other possibilities: leaking hoses (relatively uncommon) or the water pump (common but generally a bit forward of the rear wheel. Start with the cap / tank. Look for crusty white residue... that's dried coolant usually leftover from a leak.

[@youngkobe2373]

Ok thanks man I really appreciated!! And keep up the good work on your videos!

[@joshuawalker5044]

Did I forget the part where you said to disconnect the battery?

[@MattMargaras]

Thank you professor 👍 great video.

[@jaspalsingh7382]

Having the same issue with my Corolla...at least now I know what needs to be fixed.

[@slimyjim2010]

Hi Ben - My 2002 is doing the same thing so I'm going to follow your lead and perform this fix. For planning purposes, I'd like to purchase the two screws you ended up drilling out prior to starting the work. Can you provide the size info for those two screws? And thanks so much for your informative videos. I think I've watched all of them prior to even purchasing my 986. Looking forward to more inthe future. Joe

[@BurnersCars]

Hi Joe! I'm glad I could help. It's not a bad idea to prepare for the possibility of having to drill those screws out. I know I used flat head M5 machine screws, but I never wrote down the exact length. I think they were 20 or 25mm in length.

[@vitcas]

Love your videos, very helpful. For future reference: drilled off screw heads, turned out to be a real pain in the ass! Next time I would first give those screw extractors a try. Screws are M5/30mm.

[@alexcassinelli6651]

@@vitcas Flat head, Phillips, Hex head, Torx? Thanks so much as I too want to have them on hand before I dive in. Where dod you source them? Stainless steel? Thanks in advance.

[@vitcas]

@@alexcassinelli6651Torx. Almost any head would do the trick, though, since there's plenty of room, just stay away from countersunk. Be aware they are 3 bolts, not 2 as mentioned in the original question. Yeap, stainless steel, easy to find: got them literally at the first hardware store down the road. On a different matter: just before that, you will need a 6.5mm socket wrench, which proved to be way harder to find; ended up using a 7mm wrench which eventually did the job.

[@alexcassinelli6651]

vitcas Thank you! 6.5mm bolts holding the started on the engine? Sorry, I’m not clear which bolts you are referencing.

[@kurtsblue6075]

Nice. I'll give it a try.

[@stephenauty2402]

Where art thou Ben? Missing your videos

[@SuperTambo69]

nice work

[@walther89]

can i starter can make a big clunk or rough long whinding noice ?

[@biljanabogdanoska2576]

Hello Burner's Cars and everyone, i use the account of my wife. First of all let me say that the video is very interessting. I have the same problem with a Bosch starter 020 911 023 F in my Golf MK4. A few days ago I removed the starter and tried to unscrew the torx screws. Unfortunately without success. The screws are now round turned. I tried to drill out one screw head, but I'm not sure. Can someone explain to me briefly how that works. The countersunk screws should be Torx M5 with a length of 35 mm. The idea should be to drill out the screw heads and so to remove the magnetic switch with the rest of the screws, or not? How was removing the screws from the thread. And how is to do that? Best regards and thank you very much.

[@edmclatchie2079]

what was the cleaning agent you used?

[@darthboti]

My 2001 Lexus gs 430 does this could this help me?