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how does one decode the 981 parts catalogue?

tim993

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Using this link:

https://www.porsche911.lt/files/981/E_981_KATALOG.pdf

...however the 'model' column on the right does not refer to the different models in any way that I recognise.

Still, even not knowing this, its interesting to see how many parts have a 991 reference number. Including the whole of the front tub section (which I think I already knew).

I expect the reference they use must encode the factory option identifiers as well as the model. Possibly also the market too?

Lastly, its a 2014 catalogue - is there an updated one that also covers the GTS and Spyder?

I posed a similar question on Renlist, but no joy there...

Someone on 911uk must know :worship:
 
The "Model" column is in context of the particular parts section you are viewing.

So for the engine section, for example, the model number is the engine model code (not a vehicle model code)
 
Ah, that makes sense.

Any thoughts on the suspension section?

There are four types of shock absorber listed:
I029
I475
I477
IX73

I suppose these are simply option codes then and not specific to non-S / S / etc.

Then the centre radiator has 'model' I153 - again i'm guessing this was an option code.
 
I029 - Standard Chassis

I475 - PASM Porsche Active Suspension Management (electronic damper control)

I477 - PASM Porsche Active Suspension Management (without suspenion lowering)

X73 - Sports suspension (Lowered) includes different rear engine mounts.
 
Hi Chris - I'm now feeling a bit thick for even having asked this question :oops: :oops: :oops:
 

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