Shock absorber compensating plate, Front. Porsche 996 / 997 / 986 / 987 › 9963435250

OE Match front shock absorber compensating plate for selected Porsche suspension strut applications. The supplied references identify two thicknesses: 3.0 mm and 6.5 mm.

Fits

• Porsche 996 C4 / C4S / TURBO 1999-05
• Porsche 997 C4 / C4S MKI 2007-08
• Porsche 997 C4 / C4S MKII 2009-10
• Porsche 997 Turbo MKI & MKII 2007>>
• 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
• 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
• 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
• 996 TURBO 2000-05
• 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
• 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
• 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
• 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
• 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
• 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
• Porsche 997.1 Targa / Targa S 2007-08
  
  

What This Product Does
This compensating plate provides the specified spacing within the front suspension strut assembly. It is a separate component, rather than a damper, spring, bearing or mounting kit.

Functions

• Provides thickness-specific compensation within the strut assembly.
• Replaces the corresponding plate during suspension repairs.

Technical Details

• Position: Front.
• 99634352500: 3.0 mm compensating plate, also described as a base or balancing plate.
• 99634352501: 6.5 mm compensating plate, also described as a base or balancing plate.
• The 997.1 Carrera 4 / Carrera 4S / Targa diagrams and 997.2 Carrera diagram specify two plates per vehicle for the applicable reference; this does not state the pack quantity.

Symptoms of Fault
Suspension rattles, knocking, inconsistent ride height or an assembly that does not seat correctly warrant inspection. These symptoms can also involve springs, mounts, bearings or dampers and do not confirm that the compensating plate needs replacement.

Why Replacement Matters
Renew a damaged or incorrectly specified plate when repairing the strut assembly. Check the required thickness and inspect adjacent components before reassembly, rather than assuming either reference will suit every suspension specification.

FAQs

• Which thickness should I select?
  Match the original reference and vehicle suspension specification. The 3.0 mm and 6.5 mm plates are distinct versions.
• Must it be renewed with the damper?
  Inspect the existing plate and confirm its specification; a damper change alone does not establish that replacement is necessary.
• What else should be inspected?
  Check the spring, mounting components, bearing and associated hardware for wear or damage during dismantling.