Why is my Porsche Panamera adaptive air suspension not working?
The compressor pump is a known faulty component, easily recognized by your vehicle either not raising or lowering at all, or taking longer than normal to raise and lower. The front Adaptive Air Struts cannot be tested like other air struts, as the bellows are not exposed and can’t be checked easily for leaks.
Where is the Air Line on Panamera air suspension?
The air shocks have 3 connections on the top side of each: Air line/tube (off center, different color for each shock), air shock sensor at center top of shock (detects shock expansion/compression with air), and electrical connection for valve that lets air in/out of the air shock (right near the air line).
Where is the air compressor on a Porsche Panamera?
The suspension compressor is located near the rear differential, and is accessed from the underside of the vehicle. The six-port valve block is located just to the left side of the compressor, which feeds the compressed nitrogen to each air component.
What do you need to know about Panamera air suspension?
Troubleshooting the air suspension is not super difficult, but it really helps to understand all components, and how they work together to keep the Panamera performing at its peak. Terms below and ordering mostly match terminology in the FSM, to help reduce ambiguity.
Where is the air pump on a Porsche Panamera?
Sometimes this is called the air pump. This compressor is located under the car, behind the rear differential, under a protective shield. This compressor compresses air, and feeds it into the air tank. Its sole job is to make sure the air inside the tank, is at predefined pressure, so that the suspension can be adjusted quickly, per design.
What’s the purpose of a 2014 Porsche Panamera?
On a highway, at track day, or pulling up to the valet at an overpriced restaurant, the 2014 Panamera makes a visual statement that is unmistakable as to its overall purpose in life. This thing has stage presence.
What’s the price of a new Porsche Panamera?
The twin-turbo S and 4S are about $94,000 and $100,000, respectively, the Turbo model starts around $142,000, and the top-of-the-line Turbo Executive GT has a starting price just over $162,000 – adding Porsche options can increase that dramatically. The S E-Hybrid starts at about $100,000, but can easily be optioned to well over $110,000.
Why does the Porsche Panamera body raise up?
Porsche Panamera – Body Raising Air Suspension – YouTube Panamera body can raise up or lower down with a press of a button because it has air suspension to adjust the level of car. Panamera body can raise up or lower down with a press of a button because it has air suspension to adjust the level of car. Skip navigation Sign in Search Loading…
How does the compressor work in a Panamera air suspension?
Compressor feeds compressed air to the air tank, and if needed, air tank provides the system with compressed air via connection to valve block. This is the ECU or the leveling system control unit.
Sometimes this is called the air pump. This compressor is located under the car, behind the rear differential, under a protective shield. This compressor compresses air, and feeds it into the air tank. Its sole job is to make sure the air inside the tank, is at predefined pressure, so that the suspension can be adjusted quickly, per design.
How does the Panamera air suspension system work?
Each air shock has a pressure regulated valve on it, making sure that there is some small amount of pressure in the tank at all times, to help prevent damage to the shock internals if it gets compressed hard (as in after new one put in and car is lowered onto new shock). Air shock
Are there any other vendors that do Panamera air shocks?
Not sure if there are other vendors doing this. Cayennes used to have Arnott, but checking I did not see any Panamera air shocks. While you are doing this work, it is good to think ahead, if you need any other work that will save lots of time, if done at same time as air shock replacement.
What are the symptoms of a Porsche Panamera failure?
Symptoms: Chassis System Failure Message, Uneven Ride Height, PASM Fault. This fault becomes evident on your Panamera dashboard when a malfunction occurs in the air-ride suspension system. The system has a number of components, but generally, only one failure indicator.