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Shock Absorber Parts FRONT
By OE Match
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
Restore the critical upper mounting point of your front suspension with this comprehensive overhaul kit.
Fits:
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-2012 (For Cars With PASM)
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-2012 (For Cars With PASM)
Diagram Ref No 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15
What This Product Does:
- The top mount (strut mount) is the interface between the top of your front shock/strut assembly and the vehicle’s body (the strut turret or tower). It supports loads from the spring and damper, allows strut rotation/steering movement (via the bearing) and isolates road noise/vibration from the body.
- Over time, the mounts wear: rubber becomes fatigued, bearings get play, hardware corrodes, dust boots degrade, bump stops deteriorate. This leads to unwanted movement, noise, steering issues, or sub-par suspension behaviour.
- The overhaul kit replaces the mount, the bearing, and all ancillary hardware (dust covers, bump stops, washers, lock nuts) so the top of your strut assembly is restored to a like-new condition — improving longevity, reducing noise, improving steering feel and restoring correct suspension geometry.
- You notice clunking or knocking noises from the top of the front strut tower when driving over bumpy roads or during steering inputs — a failing mount or bearing often causes this.
- You hear creaking or squeaking when steering or as the suspension cycles — indication of worn bearing or mount.
- You feel reduced steering precision or vague handling, especially under load — the strut top may be moving or deflecting.
- You're replacing your front shocks/struts or doing front suspension work—since the top mount must be removed, replacing the full kit while you’re in there is good preventative maintenance.
- The mount or hardware is beyond its service life — high mileage, harsh environment, or compromised previous repairs.
Why Replacement Matters:
- Safety & ride quality: The top mount is a key structural point. If it’s worn, suspension movement can become non-controlled, which can degrade ride comfort, dynamic response, and safety.
- Noise & comfort: Old mounts often let vibration or noise transmit into the cabin (knocks, creaks). A fresh mount kit eliminates many of these NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) symptoms.
- Steering & geometry preservation: On a sports car like a Porsche, correct suspension geometry is essential. A compromised mount allows unintended movement under load, which can upset camber/caster alignment, tyre contact patch and therefore handling.
- Cost effectiveness: Since the front strut top mount is accessed during strut replacement or front suspension work, installing the kit at the same time avoids having to redo labour later.
- Prevent further damage: If the mount fails completely, more serious damage to the strut assembly or body mount could result. Replacing proactively prevents that risk.
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SUSPENSIONKIT987.2-FR-2
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This kit is comprised of the following items:
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
Restore the critical upper mounting point of your front suspension with this comprehensive overhaul kit.
Fits:
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-2012 (For Cars Without PASM)
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-2012 (For Cars Without PASM)
Diagram Ref No 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15
What This Product Does:
- The top mount (strut mount) is the interface between the top of your front shock/strut assembly and the vehicle’s body (the strut turret or tower). It supports loads from the spring and damper, allows strut rotation/steering movement (via the bearing) and isolates road noise/vibration from the body.
- Over time, the mounts wear: rubber becomes fatigued, bearings get play, hardware corrodes, dust boots degrade, bump stops deteriorate. This leads to unwanted movement, noise, steering issues, or sub-par suspension behaviour.
- The overhaul kit replaces the mount, the bearing, and all ancillary hardware (dust covers, bump stops, washers, lock nuts) so the top of your strut assembly is restored to a like-new condition — improving longevity, reducing noise, improving steering feel and restoring correct suspension geometry.
- You notice clunking or knocking noises from the top of the front strut tower when driving over bumpy roads or during steering inputs — a failing mount or bearing often causes this.
- You hear creaking or squeaking when steering or as the suspension cycles — indication of worn bearing or mount.
- You feel reduced steering precision or vague handling, especially under load — the strut top may be moving or deflecting.
- You're replacing your front shocks/struts or doing front suspension work—since the top mount must be removed, replacing the full kit while you’re in there is good preventative maintenance.
- The mount or hardware is beyond its service life — high mileage, harsh environment, or compromised previous repairs.
Why Replacement Matters:
- Safety & ride quality: The top mount is a key structural point. If it’s worn, suspension movement can become non-controlled, which can degrade ride comfort, dynamic response, and safety.
- Noise & comfort: Old mounts often let vibration or noise transmit into the cabin (knocks, creaks). A fresh mount kit eliminates many of these NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) symptoms.
- Steering & geometry preservation: On a sports car like a Porsche, correct suspension geometry is essential. A compromised mount allows unintended movement under load, which can upset camber/caster alignment, tyre contact patch and therefore handling.
- Cost effectiveness: Since the front strut top mount is accessed during strut replacement or front suspension work, installing the kit at the same time avoids having to redo labour later.
- Prevent further damage: If the mount fails completely, more serious damage to the strut assembly or body mount could result. Replacing proactively prevents that risk.
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SUSPENSIONKIT987.2-FR-1
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This kit is comprised of the following items:
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Price is for BOTH SIDES
Please also add top mounts if you required them

Including shock absorber Bellow, Bump Stop, supporting plate, Compensating plate, Washers & Nut.
Fits:
Porsche 987 Boxster 2005-08
Porsche 987 Boxster 2009-12
Porsche 987C Cayman 2006-08
Porsche 987C Cayman 2009-12
Porsche 997 GEN1 C2
Porsche 997 GEN2 C2 std suspension
Parts Diagram ref No's 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11.
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SUSPENSIONKIT15X
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This kit is comprised of the following items:
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Shock Absorber Supporting mount complete with Front bearing 99634351505.
SET OF 2
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-04
Porsche 987 Boxster MKI & MKII 2005>>
Porsche 987C Cayman MKI & MKII 2005>>
Porsche 996 C2 1998-05 (without sport suspension)
Porsche 997 MKI C2 / C2S 2005-08
Porsche 997 MKII C2 / C2S 2009-12
Diagram ref no 3
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99734301801
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This kit is comprised of the following items:
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12

Fits:

Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-04
Porsche 987.1 Boxster 2005-08
Porsche 987.2 Boxster 2009-12
Porsche 987C.1 Cayman 2005-08
Porsche 987C.2 Cayman 2009-12
Porsche 996 C2 / C4 / C4S 1998-05
Porsche 996 Turbo 2001-05
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Diagram ref no 9
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99634330102
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- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
The shock-absorber compensating plate, also known as spring shim / coil-spring plate for Porsche 996 / 997 / 986 / 987 (OEM part No 996.343.511.00 and 996.343.511.01) is a small metal washer-style plate that sits between the top of the coil spring and the strut top mount/support ring. It’s used to compensate for spring manufacturing tolerances and to ensure the spring seats correctly and the static ride height and geometry are as Porsche intended.
996.343.511.00 – compensating plate (thinner option, commonly ≈ 3.0 mm).
996.343.511.01 – compensating plate (thicker option, commonly ≈ 6.5 mm).

Fits:
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005 -08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-2012
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-2012
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 997 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005>>
- Porsche 997 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005>>
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009>>
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009>>
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009>>
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Why are important / when to replace
Correct ride height & geometry: Porsche marks springs with tolerance codes; the correct compensating plate thickness is used to achieve the intended static height and suspension geometry. Using the wrong thickness (or missing the plate) can shift ride height by a few millimeters and slightly alter camber/handling.
Proper spring seating: the plate centers and supports the spring top so the spring doesn’t “walk” or sit unevenly on the top mount — missing/damaged plates can allow the spring to sit off-centre and introduce noise or uneven wear.
During any strut/spring/top-mount job: always inspect/replace these plates when you disassemble the strut. They’re inexpensive and commonly replaced as part of a suspension refresh.
Common issues and symptoms
Clunking or popping noises over bumps or in turns if the spring isn’t seating properly (plate missing, crushed, corroded or installed with wrong orientation).
Incorrect ride height / slight handling changes if the wrong thickness is used (3.0 mm vs 6.5 mm can change static height and the intended spring preload/stack). Enthusiast threads explicitly call out these two thicknesses and their effect.
Corrosion / physical damage: over time OE plates can corrode or get deformed during disassembly — they’re cheap and often replaced because removal can damage them.
Diagram ref no 5
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9963435110
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- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
FRONT
Fits:
Porsche 996 C2 / C2S 1998 - 2005
Porsche 997 C2 / C2S MKI 2005 - 2008
Porsche 997 C2 / C2S MKII 2009 - 2010
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997 - 2004
Porsche 987.1 Boxster 2005 - 2008
Porsche 987.2 Boxster 2009 - 2012
Porsche 987C.1 Cayman 2005 - 2008
Porsche 987C.2 Cayman 2009 - 2012
Diagram ref no 11
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99634351505
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- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
The shock absorber hexagon nut provides a secure threaded connection between the shock absorber, mount, and structural components of the suspension. It ensures the shock remains firmly fastened under dynamic loads, maintaining ride quality, handling precision, and component alignment.
Sold individually,
Fits:
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997 - 2004
Porsche 987.1 Boxster 2005 - 2008
Porsche 987.2 Boxster 2009 - 2012
Porsche 987C.1 Cayman 2006 -2008
Porsche 98C.2 Cayman 2009 - 2012
Porsche 996 1998 - 2005
Porsche 997.1 2005 - 2008
Porsche 997.2 2009 - 2012
Diagram ref no 10
Suspension fasteners like this hexagon nut are crucial to maintaining the shock absorbers firmly in place. Over time, original nuts can become worn, corroded, or rounded from repeated servicing or exposure to the elements, compromising torque retention and suspension integrity. Replacing worn or damaged nuts with this OE Match unit restores proper clamping force and ensures reliable shock absorber mounting.
This hexagon nut is ideal for use during suspension overhauls, shock absorber replacement, or whenever original hardware shows signs of age or wear.
Fasteners like shock absorber nuts are often overlooked during suspension service, but worn or corroded hardware can lead to looseness, rattles, alignment issues, and compromised handling. Using an OE Match hexagon nut ensures proper torque retention and suspension performance, helping maintain ride quality and component longevity.
When to replace:
• During shock absorber removal and replacement
• When original nut shows corrosion or thread damage
• If fastener cannot be torqued to specification
• After collision repair or suspension rebuild
• As part of preventative maintenance on high-mileage vehicles
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PAF103353
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- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Price is each.
Fits:
Porsche 987 Boxster 2005-08 LOWER stop plate ( for cars with PASM)
Porsche 987 Boxster 2009-12 LOWER stop plate ( for cars with PASM)
Porsche 987C Cayman 2005-08 UPPER stop plate
Porsche 987C Cayman 2009-13 LOWER stop plate ( for cars with PASM)
Porsche 997.1 C2 / C2S 2005-08 UPPER stop plate (for cars with PASM)
Porsche 997.1 C4 / C4S (for cars with PASM)
Porsche 997.1 C2 / C2S 2005-08 UPPER stop plate (for cars with standard chassis / for cars with PASM)
Porsche 997 Turbo 2007-09 UPPER stop plate
Porsche 997 Turbo 2010-13 UPPER stop plate
Diagram ref no 6
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99734310700
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- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12

Fits:
Porsche 987 Boxster 2005-08 UPPER stop plate
Porsche 987 Boxster 2009-12 UPPER stop plate
Porsche 987C Cayman 2005-08 LOWER stop plate ( for cars with PASM)
Porsche 987C Cayman 2009-13 UPPER stop plate ( for cars with PASM)
Porsche 997.1 C2 / C2S COUPE 2005-08 LOWER stop plate (for cars with PASM)
Porsche 997.1 C4 / C4S 2005-08
Porsche 997.1 C2 / C2S 2005-08 LOWER stop plate (for cars with standard chassis / for cars with PASM)
Porsche 997 Turbo 2007-09 LOWER stop plate
Porsche 997 Turbo 2010-13 LOWER stop plate
Price is for each.
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Diagram ref no 6
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- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12

Fits:
Porsche 996 C2 / C4 / C4S 1998-05
Porsche 997 MKI C2 / C2S 2005-08
Porsche 997 MKII C2 / C2S 2009-10
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-04
Porsche 987 Boxster 2005-08
Porsche 987 MKII Boxster 2009>>
Porsche 987C Cayman 2005-08
Porsche 987C MKII Cayman 2009>>
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Diagram ref no 4
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99634351701
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- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12

Fits:
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-04
Porsche 987 Boxster MKI & MKII 2005>>
Porsche 987C Cayman MKI & MKII 2005>>
Porsche 996 C2 1998-05 (without sport suspension)
Porsche 997 MKI C2 / C2S 2005-08
Porsche 997 MKII C2 / C2S 2009-12
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Diagram ref no 3
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- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12

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Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-04
Porsche 987 Boxster 2005-08
Porsche 987 MKII Boxster 2009>>
Porsche 987C Cayman 2005-08
Porsche 987C MKII Cayman 2009>>
Porsche 996 C2 / C4 / C4S 1998-05
Porsche 996 Turbo 2001-05
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