Is there a problem with the Porsche Cayenne transfer case?
Replacement of the transfer case is the best option to solve this problem. While the transfer case has been revised a number of times, this issue appears to continue to plague the Cayenne. Seemingly as a result, Porsche recently announced an extension to the warranty period covering the transfer case.
What causes a leak in the front of a Porsche Cayenne?
The leak at the front of the engine is most likely from the upper front coolant pipe, which slips out of its housing when the glue fails. Porsche revised the design of the replacement part to be bolt in, so the problem should not return. This issue is common and typically runs about $500 in parts.
Why is my climate control not working on my Porsche Cayenne?
A common problem in the Porsche Cayenne is a condition where the climate control fan suddenly starts working intermittently, only at one speed or not at all. The variation in the speed of the fan is controlled by the blower motor regulator. Once the regulator fails, a single speed fan is commonly the result.
Why does my Porsche Cayenne make a knocking noise?
This develops into a knocking noise sometimes accompanied by a coolant leak. Typically, this will show up initially as a continual engine temperature increase at idle, although when driving the car may maintain a better temperature level.
What kind of car is the Porsche Cayenne?
Their high-performance, luxury, sport utility vehicles were praised as capable off-roaders, family haulers, daily drivers, and exceptionally well performing touring cars. Like all pioneering, however, they were not without some early problems as Porsche adopted a V8 platform to power the larger Cayenne.
Do you need to raise the front end of a Porsche Cayenne?
To drain the coolant, you will want to raise the car up. As well, when bleeding the car if you choose to do so without a coolant purge tool, you will want to have the bleed point be the highest point of the car so the front end will need to be raised. Here is a diagram for you to check your lifting points and secure the vehicle properly.
To drain the coolant, you will want to raise the car up. As well, when bleeding the car if you choose to do so without a coolant purge tool, you will want to have the bleed point be the highest point of the car so the front end will need to be raised. Here is a diagram for you to check your lifting points and secure the vehicle properly.
What makes the intake manifold of a Porsche Cayenne?
The intake manifold is made of plastic and held in place by 10 fasteners. In addition to the manifold-throttle body assembly, we must also remove the front air intake Y-pipe and disconnect all sensors, fuel injectors, and fuel, vapor and vacuum lines attached to the manifold and throttle body.
Their high-performance, luxury, sport utility vehicles were praised as capable off-roaders, family haulers, daily drivers, and exceptionally well performing touring cars. Like all pioneering, however, they were not without some early problems as Porsche adopted a V8 platform to power the larger Cayenne.
Where are the screws on a Porsche Cayenne HVAC fan?
Keep in mind that the screws to the right of the fan will be a little difficult to access due to the location of the wiring harness running down the side of the chassis. Now move back up to the front of the fan housing and remove the last two 5.5.mm screws (green arrows) holding the fan on place.
What happens if the thermostat on a Porsche Cayenne fails?
A failed thermostat that is stuck open is not so bad. Consequently, a thermostat that fails in the closed position, can quickly be very detrimental to the engine. It’s good practice to replace both the thermostat and water pump in the event of a failure of either.
What does hard shift feel like on Porsche Cayenne?
The classic valve body symptom is a hard shift from fourth to fifth. “It feels like you’re going through the windscreen,” is how one Porsche tech friend described his first experience of the problem.
Can a Porsche Cayenne be used as a Subaru?
If you’ve got a reliable Subaru, stick with it. Do not buy a used Porsche Cayenne! Add this to the classic Cayenne problems of coil failures, coolant pipe failures, control arm fails, screenwash leaks and ECU destruction and so on and it gets very expensive to run a used Cayenne.
Are there any mechanical problems with my Porsche Cayenne?
Listed below are Porsche Cayenne common mechanical problems with their likely resolutions. These are the most frequent Cayenne problems diagnosed by our repair shops over the years. An accurate diagnosis of an issue by a Porsche mechanic typically saves you time and money – see our guide to local independent Porsche repair shops that can help.
Can you replace the transmission valve on a Cayenne?
Thankfully, with the Cayenne, the valve body assembly is available and replacing it typically saves the transmission. In many cases normal smooth gear shifts are returned. Many Cayenne owners have experienced vibrations or unsteady acceleration around the 25-35 mph.
Why is the ignition coil on my Cayenne not working?
The ignition coils on the Porsche Cayenne V8 have been updated a number of times. A single coil failure is typically a sign of more trouble to come from other coils, so it’s usually best practice to update them all. A failing coil typically stops any spark and sets a misfire code with a completely dead cylinder.
What causes a valve lift fault on a Porsche Cayenne?
A failing front O2 sensor will either not see or cannot react in time to the valve lift gas flow change. The slow response from the O2 sensor is not within the tolerance the engine management system requires and therefore a valve lift fault is set.