When to replace front wheel bearings on Porsche Cayenne 955?
Our Porsche Cayenne 955 parts and people hauler started to have a whirring sound coming from the front axle that was speed dependent. It was time to remove and replace the front wheel bearings. The ease at which this job can be performed is highly dependent on having the right tools.
How to disconnect brake wear sensor on Porsche Cayenne?
Disconnect the brake wear sensor by prying out gently on the release tab and by pulling down on the connector. This is the view looking down on the wheel speed sensor. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor by gently prying up on the release tab and pulling the connector off the sensor.
Can you change wheel bearings with wheel carrier?
There are tools that allow the wheel bearings to be changed with the wheel carrier on the car, but we choose to use a shop press instead because high forces are required, removal of the wheel carrier is not overly difficult, and we prefer to work on the workbench than at the axle.
How to disable ride height regulation on Porsche Cayenne?
Disable the ride height regulation so that air suspension doesn’t fight you or drop the car on you when you lift the vehicle. With the power on, hold this switch in the forward position for approximately 5 seconds until it beeps and the dash tells you that the regulation has been switched off.
How to remove support bearing on Porsche Cayenne?
Another great How-To from eunopants CAYENNE / TOUAREG CENTER SUPPORT BEARING REMOVAL In this guide we will show you how to remove the support bearing for all Porsche Cayenne and VW Touareg models.
Is there a permanent fix for a Cayenne drive shaft?
Porsche Cayenne Drive Shaft, Driveshaft, Cardan Shaft, Propeller Shaft Clamping Bearing Support Mount **** The Permanent, Patented Fix!*** T he innovative Drive Shaft Clamping Center Support (DSCCS) by EPS is the only true Permanent fix to premature bearing support failures.
What should I do about my Porsche Cayenne drive support?
This vibration will only get worse over time, eventually turning into a loud knocking noise. The factory fix for the support is to remove the driveshaft from the car, disassemble it and use a new center support (with the same rubber centered design) when reassembling it.
How do you jack up a Porsche Cayenne?
Begin by jacking up your Cayenne and placing it on four jack stands rated for at least 6000 lbs. (See our article on Jacking Up Your Cayenne for more information). You’ll need to jack the car high enough to access the center underside.