Where is the rear hatch shock on a Cayenne?
Up inside the compartment, you’ll see both the rear hatch shock on the outboard side and the rear window shock on the inboard side. To remove the old shock, use a long screwdriver in between the chassis and the shock, pry the end of the shock off (green arrow).
Are there any problems with the Porsche Cayenne?
The Porsche Cayenne has made great impressions through the years. However, consumers will still have to watch out for the common problems that may arise when driving a Porsche Cayenne. The most common problem that car owners have encountered with the Porsche Cayenne is the loose headlights.
When did Porsche stop making the type 955 Cayenne?
Porsche successfully emphasized the “sport” in sport utility vehicle. The Type 955 Cayenne quickly became Porsche’s best-selling vehicle until production ended in 2010. The first-generation 955 Cayenne was produced through model year 2010 (after a mid-cycle facelift in 2008) and replaced in 2011 by the Porsche Type 92A Cayenne.
How to replace the rear hatch light on a Porsche Cayenne?
Begin by removing the retractable shade from the rear of your Cayenne. Press the tab on the shade and lift it up and out of the back of the car. Shown here is the center upper trim panel that holds the rear hatch light. We will need to remove this panel to gain access to the side panels.
Up inside the compartment, you’ll see both the rear hatch shock on the outboard side and the rear window shock on the inboard side. To remove the old shock, use a long screwdriver in between the chassis and the shock, pry the end of the shock off (green arrow).
Begin by removing the retractable shade from the rear of your Cayenne. Press the tab on the shade and lift it up and out of the back of the car. Shown here is the center upper trim panel that holds the rear hatch light. We will need to remove this panel to gain access to the side panels.
What to do if your Porsche Cayenne has a broken side?
Followup from the Pelican Staff: You can extract the broken side and install a new ball and washer. With your vehicle info handy, give The Pelican Parts parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. They can figure out what part or repair kit you need.