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- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT3 / GT3 RS 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT2 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII GT3 / GT3 RS 2010-11
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche 997 MKII GT2 RS 2011-13
The Porsche Tail Light Mounting Support (Part Number 99763147100) is an essential mounting component designed to securely locate and support the rear tail light assembly on Porsche 911 (997) models.
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- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT3 / GT3 RS 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT2 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII GT3 / GT3 RS 2010-11
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche 997 MKII GT2 RS 2011-13
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Designed to meet Porsche's original equipment specifications, this mounting support provides a secure attachment point between the rear light assembly and the vehicle body, helping maintain correct positioning, alignment and stability.
Located at the outer corner of the tail light assembly, the mounting fixture engages with the corresponding retaining point inside the rear wing, holding the light securely in its intended position.
Over time, the original mounting support can become worn, cracked, broken or damaged due to ageing, repeated tail light removal, vibration or accidental impact. A damaged support may allow the rear light assembly to become loose, misaligned or unstable, potentially causing unwanted movement and rattling.
Replacing a worn or broken mounting support helps restore correct tail light positioning, ensures secure installation and maintains the original appearance of the vehicle's rear lighting assembly.
Ideal for routine maintenance, rear light repairs, bodywork restoration and replacement following accidental damage, this Porsche Tail Light Mounting Support offers a practical solution for maintaining the integrity of the rear lighting assembly.
What This Product Does:
The tail light mounting support performs several important functions within the vehicle's rear lighting assembly:
- Secures the Tail Light Assembly: Provides an attachment point that helps hold the rear light securely within the vehicle body.
- Maintains Correct Alignment: Helps position the tail light correctly in relation to the rear wing and surrounding bodywork.
- Prevents Unwanted Movement: Reduces excessive movement and vibration of the rear light assembly during driving.
- Supports Stable Installation: Helps maintain proper engagement between the tail light and its retaining points.
- Reduces Rattling and Vibration: Helps prevent unwanted noise caused by a loose or unstable rear light assembly.
- Protects the Tail Light Housing: Reduces unnecessary movement that could place additional stress on the light housing and surrounding mounting points.
- Maintains Original Appearance: Helps preserve consistent panel gaps and correct tail light positioning.
- Supports Reliable Rear Lighting Installation: Keeps the light assembly securely mounted so it remains correctly positioned during normal vehicle operation.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
The tail light mounting support can deteriorate or become damaged through prolonged use, ageing, accidental impact and repeated removal of the rear light assembly.
Common signs of wear or failure include:
- Loose Tail Light Assembly: The rear light feels insecure or moves when gently pressed.
- Visible Tail Light Misalignment: The rear light no longer sits flush with the surrounding rear wing or bodywork.
- Rattling or Vibration: Unusual rattling noises may be heard from the rear of the vehicle, particularly when driving over uneven road surfaces.
- Cracked or Broken Mounting Support: Visible fractures, splits or broken retaining sections prevent the component from securing the light correctly.
- Damaged Retaining Clip: The mounting fixture may no longer engage securely with its corresponding attachment point.
- Uneven Panel Gaps: Gaps between the tail light housing and surrounding body panels may appear inconsistent.
- Excessive Tail Light Movement: The light may shift slightly when the vehicle is driven or when the boot lid is closed.
- Difficulty Refitting the Tail Light: The light assembly may not locate or secure correctly during installation.
- Wear Around Mounting Points: Repeated movement may cause damage to the light housing or associated mounting components.
- Damage Following an Impact: Minor rear-end contact or bodywork repairs may result in cracked or displaced mounting supports.
Why Replacement Matters:
Replacing a worn, damaged or broken tail light mounting support is important for maintaining correct tail light fitment, stability and the original appearance of the vehicle.
Key Benefits of Replacement:
- Restores Secure Tail Light Installation: Helps hold the rear lighting assembly firmly in its correct mounting position.
- Improves Tail Light Alignment: Helps restore the intended fit between the light assembly and surrounding bodywork.
- Reduces Rattling and Vibration: Minimises unwanted movement that may cause noise during driving.
- Prevents Further Mounting Damage: Reduces unnecessary stress on the tail light housing and associated retaining components.
- Maintains Factory-Style Fitment: Designed to match the original Porsche mounting configuration.
- Supports Long-Term Durability: Replaces damaged retaining components to help maintain secure installation.
- Ideal for Accident Repairs: Suitable when restoring rear light mounting points following minor collisions or bodywork repairs.
- Improves Exterior Appearance: Helps maintain consistent alignment and panel gaps around the rear lighting assembly.
- Cost-Effective Repair: Replacing a damaged mounting fixture may avoid the unnecessary replacement of an otherwise serviceable tail light assembly.
- Suitable for Preventative Maintenance: Particularly useful when removing or replacing rear lights during servicing, restoration or repairs.
A damaged mounting support may appear to be a minor issue, but continued use with an incorrectly secured tail light can increase movement and place additional strain on the surrounding mounting points.
Replacing the support promptly helps preserve correct tail light positioning, reduce vibration and maintain the quality of the vehicle's exterior finish.
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