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944 Option Codes
Complete reference table of factory option codes used on the Porsche 944, listing each code number and its corresponding feature or specification.
944 Paint Codes
Factory exterior paint codes for the Porsche 944 by model year, listing both standard and special (metallic) colors for 1982 through 1991.
944 Turbo Bumper Cover Removal
Steps for removing the front bumper cover from the 944 Turbo, requiring jack stands, belly pan removal, and disconnection of fog lights and turn signals.
Battery Tray Leaks and Repairs
How to inspect, clean, and repair a leaking battery tray on the 944, covering both a surface sealer method for minor damage and a metal-replacement method for severe corrosion, including prevention tips.
Cargo Cover — Repair
How to diagnose and repair a cargo cover that fails to retract, covering inspection of the coil spring and plastic end piece, spring re-bending procedure, and re-riveting the end cap.
Clock and Temperature Controls Removal and Replacement
Step-by-step procedure for removing and reinstalling the climate control unit, clock, and cigarette lighter from the late-model 944 dash, including how to access the light bulbs behind the clock and fan speed knob.
Door Handle — Removal, Installation, and Adjustment
Procedures for removing, adjusting, and reinstalling the exterior door handle on the 944, covering both vehicles with and without electric door locks, plus linkage adjustment and striker plate adjustment.
Door Panel Removal and Installation
Complete step-by-step procedure for removing and reinstalling the 944 door panels, covering all mounting screw locations, the door pocket, armrest, and the electric window switch connector.
Early 944 Dash Replacement (Pre-1985.5)
Complete procedure for removing and installing the dashboard in an early 944 (pre-1985.5), covering steering wheel, instrument cluster, center console, glove box, and A-pillar trim.
Headlight Motor Circuit — Operation and Repair
Detailed explanation of the pop-up headlight motor circuit on early 944s (1983–84 focus with differences noted for 1985.5 and later), including theory of operation, maintenance tips, and bench-testing procedures for the motor, relay, and rotary switch.
Headlight Operating Mechanism — Lubrication
Lubrication procedure for the 944 headlight operating mechanism, covering fuse removal by year, application of white lithium grease to rotating joints, and cycling the mechanism to verify smooth operation.
Hood Crest — Removal and Installation
How to remove the Porsche crest from the 944 nose panel and install a new hood crest kit, including tips for handling the gasket and choosing between spring clip and screw-on retaining nuts.
Hood Insulation — Removal
How to remove deteriorating hood insulation from a 944, including hood removal procedure and adhesive cleanup using 3M Woodgrain and Trim Remover.
Hood Strut Replacement
Procedure for replacing hood struts on the 944, 944S, 944S2, 944 Turbo, and 968, with part number and tips for safe installation of compressed struts.
Interior Color Codes
Reference table of 944 interior color codes with the model years each was available.
Jacking a 944 and Placing on Jack Stands
Correct jacking points and safe procedure for raising a 944 on a floor jack and positioning it on four jack stands, including notes on alternative jack points and when to use each.
Late Model 944 Dash Replacement (1985.5 and Newer)
Complete procedure for removing and installing the dashboard in a late model 944 (1985.5 and newer), covering steering wheel, gauge cluster, climate control unit, glove box, center console, A-pillars, and steering column switch assembly.
Mirror Removal and Installation — Exterior
Procedures for removing and installing the exterior mirrors on early 944s (pre-1985.5) and late-model 944s, covering glass removal, motor and housing removal, and wiring connector details.
Nose/Header Panel — Removal and Installation
How to remove and reinstall the nose panel (header panel) between the headlights on 924s and 944s, covering both late-model fastener-based removal and the early-model spot-welded panel.
Painting a 944
An overview of what a proper 944 paint job requires, covering which body parts must be removed for professional results and the blocking process used to achieve a flat, even surface.
Rear Hatch — Squeaking
Diagnosis and repair of a squeaking or rattling rear hatch on the 944, covering post adjustment, latch lubrication, and re-bonding a separated rear hatch glass with urethane sealant.
Rear Hatch Strut Replacement
How to replace rear hatch struts on the 924 and 944, with a parts table covering all model years and a note on electrical connections that affect interior lights and rear defroster function.
Steering Wheel — Removal and Installation
Procedure for removing and installing the steering wheel on the 944, covering both non-air bag and air bag equipped cars, with torque specification and air bag safety requirements.
Stone Guard — Removal and Installation
How to remove and install stone guards on the 944, including Porsche part numbers for all six positions, heat gun removal technique, and installation using an isopropyl alcohol solution.
Sunroof Operation, Troubleshooting, and Repair
Complete guide to the 944 power sunroof system covering system description, normal operation, removal and installation, manual operation, slip clutch adjustment, and a fault-finding troubleshooting table.
Sunroof Plastic Gear Replacement
Step-by-step procedure for replacing the stripped plastic lifting arm gears in the late-model 944 sunroof (February 1986 onward), including gear removal, limit switch positioning, gear marking, and reinstallation.