Camshaft Setting Gauge for Porsche – as 9686 / 00072196860

Specialized tool for checking and adjusting the position of camshafts on Porsche engines.

Used during engine assembly, timing adjustment, or verification of correct camshaft alignment.

Functionality

The gauge allows precise verification and adjustment of camshaft positioning according to factory specifications.

• Ensures accurate valve timing setup
• Detects misalignment of camshafts
• Supports professional engine calibration

Compatibility

Porsche 996 (1998–2005):

• Carrera 2 3.6 (2002–2005)
• Carrera 4 3.6 (2002–2005)
• Carrera 4S 3.6 (2002–2005)

Porsche 997 (2005–2008):

• Carrera 3.6 (239 kW)
• Carrera S 3.8 (261 kW)
• Carrera 4 3.6 (239 kW)
• Carrera 4S 3.8 (261 kW)

Porsche Boxster 986 (1997–2004):

• 2.7 (2003–2004)
• 3.2 (2003–2004)

Porsche Boxster 987 (2005–2008):

• 2.7 (176 kW / 180 kW)
• 3.2 (206 kW)
• 3.4 (217 kW / 223 kW)

Porsche Cayman (2006–2008):

• 2.7 (180 kW)
• S 3.4 (217 kW)
• S Sport 3.4 (223 kW)

Use Cases

• Camshaft position checking
• Camshaft adjustment
• Timing system setup
• Engine assembly and calibration

OEM Reference

To be used as:

• as 9686
• as 00072196860

OEM numbers are for comparison purposes only. This product is not an original tool.