Why is my transmission not working on my Porsche Boxster?
One of the more common transmission problems you will face with a Porsche Boxster involves the wearing down of the rubber on the transmission mounts that separate the drivetrain from the rest of the chassis. As the mounts become older and more brittle, they will not be able to hold the drivetrain securely during shifting.
What are the most common problems with a Porsche 911?
Below is a list of some of the most common Porsche 911 problems that we’ve seen over the years. Common Engine Problems with the Porsche 911 • Leaks in the rear main seal • Failure and premature wear of the intermediate shaft bearing
When do you know you have a transmission problem?
You may be experiencing a problem with your transmission if your vehicle is exhibiting any of the following symptoms below:
What causes a car to have a transmission problem?
Transmission oil/fluid that is low, dirty or the wrong fluid can also cause this problem in manual transmissions. The clutch pedal grabs very low or very high. A clutch pedal that engages very low is typically a problem with the linkage or hydraulic system that operates the clutch.
Are there any mechanical problems with my Porsche 911?
Listed below are Porsche 911 common mechanical problems with their likely resolutions. These are the most frequent 911 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.
What causes a Porsche 996 engine to fail?
The failure is caused by the bearing becoming washed out, or the in some case the retaining hardware can fail. Fortunately, if you own a 996 or 986 it is a serviceable bearing and should be replaced if it has not already been. If the bearing fails, it will destroy your engine. Porsche has used timing chains for many years.
How many Porsche 911s have bad IMS bearing?
However, in the real world less than 5% have actually failed or can be directly linked to an engine failure. Porsche shipped approx. 77,000 vehicles to the USA that could have a bad IMS bearing. Even the most enthusiastic counting of IMS failures produces a total around 3500 or less than 5%.
What causes a Porsche 911 timing chain to fail?
However timing chains do stretch, and chain guides do become worn. Starting from the first year Porsche 911 to the most recent Cayenne, timing chain failure, if not dealt with, can cause internal interference in the valve train and lead to catastrophic failure.