1987 Porsche 911 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
- Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
Trims covered
- Carrera Coupe 2-Door
- Carrera Targa 2-Door
- Turbo Carrera Targa 2-Door
- Turbo Carrera Coupe 2-Door
- Carrera Convertible 2-Door
- Base Coupe 2-Door
- Turbo Carrera Convertible 2-Door
Engines covered
- 3.2L 3163CC H6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 3.3L 3294CC H6 GAS SOHC Turbocharged
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
Special tools and equipment information for the Boxster, Cayman, 911, and Panamera
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.050 & .052
Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche A40 engine oils
Instructions on manufacturers certificate for approved C20 engine oils
Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche C30 engine oils
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.035
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.040 & .041
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.030 - .032
Showing the 8 most recent of 77 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT FAILURE, SEAT BELT LOCKED INTO POSITION BY THEMSELVES. TT CONSUMER STATES BOTH SEAT BELTS LOCK INTO POSITION, ONLY TO RELEASE AFTER DRIVING OVER BUMPS, AT OTHER T
DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT FAILURE, SEAT BELT LOCKED INTO POSITION BY THEMSELVES. TT CONSUMER STATES BOTH SEAT BELTS LOCK INTO POSITION, ONLY TO RELEASE AFTER DRIVING OVER BUMPS, AT OTHER T
