Can PASM be retrofitted?
Nobody is saying retrofitting PASM (or most any other option) is impossible, it’s just not economically or technically expedient to do so.
Does Macan need PASM?
Do not omit PASM unless you have test driven a Macan without PASM and with it having the same wheel size as you intend to specify.
What does Porsche active suspension management do?
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) In addition to lowering cars equipped with it by 10 millimeters, PASM shocks feature continuously adjusted damping rates that adapt to driving style and road condition.
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.
What happens if one part of the suspension system fails?
Along with suspension parts, many other pieces of the car affect the suspension system, such as the tires. They all work together in harmony to cushion both the car and the driver from the rough terrain being driven on. If one part fails, the other components will fail to do their job properly as well, leading to further damage and needed repairs.
What happens if the transmission on a Porsche Cayenne fails?
Failure of the mechanism can lead to some wild gear shifts. Transmissions in the later cars are very complex and the technology involved is a closely guarded secret. Technicians at Porsche not trained to dissect the transmission and make repairs. Typically, they just replace the transmission.
Why does my car bounce when I hit a pothole?
The car continues to bounce after hitting a bump or pothole in the road. You will always feel bumps in the road as you drive, unfortunately there is now way of preventing that completely, however, the bouncing should stabilize almost immediately. You may have worn shocks or a damaged leaf spring if your car continues to bounce for a bit.