What kind of engine does a Porsche Cayman have?
An In-Depth look at the M97 engine (06-08 Cayman S) Overview: The M97 engine was an evolution of the 3.4L M96 engine that powered the 911 Carerra in the 996 generation (99-04). Porsche tweaked the engine by adding VarioCam Plus and modified the IMS bearing to a larger single row during the short life in the 987 Cayman S (06-08).
What’s the problem with my Porsche Cayman 987?
The early M97 engines fitted to the 987 Cayman can have issues with a bearing at one end of the engine intermediate shaft. The shaft connects the two ends of the engine timing gear. At one end, the shaft drives the oil pump and at the other, finishes in a sealed bearing.
Is the Porsche Cayman the same as the Boxster?
Add one more: the Porsche Boxster/Cayman twins. While technically separate models, they are too similar to think of separately since they have the same engines, same chassis, same basic shape, and essentially the same options.
Why is the Check Engine light back on on my Porsche Cayman?
The fault codes will suggest faulty O2 sensors. This results in many folks just replacing the front O2 sensors in the hopes of solving the problem, only to discover that within a few hundred miles, the check engine light is back on. The problem can also be set in a number of ways.
The early M97 engines fitted to the 987 Cayman can have issues with a bearing at one end of the engine intermediate shaft. The shaft connects the two ends of the engine timing gear. At one end, the shaft drives the oil pump and at the other, finishes in a sealed bearing.
Where does the ticking noise come from in a Porsche Cayman?
Started my 2007 Cayman up this morning and have heard a very faint ticking noise coming from the engine. More notable from the drivers side intake area. I have only just got the car and have not noticed it before, is it anything to worry about ?
Why does my Porsche Cayman have smoke coming from the engine?
A quick puff of smoke as you start a cold engine is not uncommon, especially on the Porsche flat six engine in the Cayman. There are many theories and various thoughts as to why this happens – none are proven.
The fault codes will suggest faulty O2 sensors. This results in many folks just replacing the front O2 sensors in the hopes of solving the problem, only to discover that within a few hundred miles, the check engine light is back on. The problem can also be set in a number of ways.