2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996)

996 / Coupe / Cabriolet / Global / variations mainly in engine tuning and equipment by region

M96.01M96.05M96.07M96.20Registro exacto de año/versiónSilver

Engine identity

Engine code

M96.01, M96.05, M96.07, M96.20

Engine summary

Water-cooled flat-6 engines, naturally aspirated, 3.4L or 3.6L displacement depending on variant

Displacement

3.4L (early 996 Carrera), 3.6L (from 2002 model year onward but 3.4L still in some markets for 2001)

Power

296 hp (3.4L), up to 320 hp (3.6L, some markets early 2002+)

Torque

258 lb-ft

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Double overhead camshaft with timing chain

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

Fully synthetic 5W-40 or 0W-40 meeting Porsche A40 spec

Capacidad de aceite

Approx. 8 liters (service-fill with filter change)

Refrigerante

Approx. 10 liters

Fluido

Porsche-approved synthetic fluid (PAG or equivalent)

Differential fluid

Specified gear oil per Porsche manual

Líquido de frenos

DOT 4, change interval approx. every 2 years

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

6-speed G50 manual (Carrera), limited slip differential optional

Automatic transmission

5-speed Tiptronic automatic optional

Spark plugs

Bosch FR7LDC+ or equivalent NGK platinum plugs

Service interval

Every 10,000 miles or annually

Medidas de neumáticos

Front 205/55 ZR16, Rear 255/40 ZR17 (varies by wheel package)

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Intermediate shaft bearing wear on early M96 engines
Coolant pipe leaks

First checks

Inspect IMS bearing condition
Check cooling system for pipe corrosion

Antes de cambiar piezas

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

2001 is the last model year for the 3.4L engine in many markets before 3.6L introduction in 2002
Technical specifications vary slightly by market due to emission regulations and tuning

Códigos comunes

Source and verification notes

Porsche 911 (996) factory workshop manual, 2001 edition
Contemporary road test and technical reviews from automotive publications, 2001

Herramientas compatibles

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) use? 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) is listed here with engine code M96.01, M96.05, M96.07, M96.20; engine summary: Water-cooled flat-6 engines, naturally aspirated, 3.4L or 3.6L displacement depending on variant.
What oil and capacity does the 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) use? 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) is listed with Fully synthetic 5W-40 or 0W-40 meeting Porsche A40 spec and oil capacity Approx. 8 liters (service-fill with filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) problems? Highlighted checks for 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996): Intermediate shaft bearing wear on early M96 engines, Coolant pipe leaks.

Engine identity

Engine code

M96.01, M96.05, M96.07, M96.20

Engine summary

Water-cooled flat-6 engines, naturally aspirated, 3.4L or 3.6L displacement depending on variant

Displacement

3.4L (early 996 Carrera), 3.6L (from 2002 model year onward but 3.4L still in some markets for 2001)

Power

296 hp (3.4L), up to 320 hp (3.6L, some markets early 2002+)

Torque

258 lb-ft

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Double overhead camshaft with timing chain

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

Fully synthetic 5W-40 or 0W-40 meeting Porsche A40 spec

Capacidad de aceite

Approx. 8 liters (service-fill with filter change)

Refrigerante

Approx. 10 liters

Fluido

Porsche-approved synthetic fluid (PAG or equivalent)

Differential fluid

Specified gear oil per Porsche manual

Líquido de frenos

DOT 4, change interval approx. every 2 years

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

6-speed G50 manual (Carrera), limited slip differential optional

Automatic transmission

5-speed Tiptronic automatic optional

Spark plugs

Bosch FR7LDC+ or equivalent NGK platinum plugs

Service interval

Every 10,000 miles or annually

Medidas de neumáticos

Front 205/55 ZR16, Rear 255/40 ZR17 (varies by wheel package)

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) use? 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) is listed here with engine code M96.01, M96.05, M96.07, M96.20; engine summary: Water-cooled flat-6 engines, naturally aspirated, 3.4L or 3.6L displacement depending on variant.

What oil and capacity does the 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) use? 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) is listed with Fully synthetic 5W-40 or 0W-40 meeting Porsche A40 spec and oil capacity Approx. 8 liters (service-fill with filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996) problems? Highlighted checks for 2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996): Intermediate shaft bearing wear on early M96 engines, Coolant pipe leaks.

2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes

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2001 PORSCHE 911 M96.01/M96.05 (996)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes