Where is the battery located in a Porsche Cayenne?
The battery is located under the driver’s seat (left-hand drive); start by moving the driver’s seat all the way forward.
How do you jump start a Porsche Cayenne?
Attach the positive “+” side of the jumper cables to the terminal. Now attach the other side to the positive terminal on the car with the good battery. Attach the negative side of the jumper cables to the negative “-” post on the car with the good battery. Attach the other end to the negative terminal on the Cayenne.
When to hook up power supply to Porsche Cayenne?
Keep in mind that Porsche recommends hooking up a vehicle power supply (and NOT a battery charger) to the car if you will be working on the vehicle for more than 15 minutes for procedures such as: using a diagnostic scanner, adjusting the headlights and any time the doors, hood and rear hatch will be open for an extended period of time.
What causes a Porsche Cayenne to start slow?
The electrical system on the Porsche Cayenne is rather complex and can cause a variety of problems when a battery has a low charge. On the Porsche Cayenne, a flat battery can cause a multitude of electrical glitches, Check Engine Lights (CELs) and slow starter operation.
How can I check the battery in my Porsche Cayenne?
Simply take a screwdriver and push the latch to the closed position. This will trick the car’s computer systems into thinking that the door is closed and it will shut off the lights. Due to the design of the car, the best way to check battery condition is to use the factory Porsche diagnostic computer or a good aftermarket software package.
Attach the positive “+” side of the jumper cables to the terminal. Now attach the other side to the positive terminal on the car with the good battery. Attach the negative side of the jumper cables to the negative “-” post on the car with the good battery. Attach the other end to the negative terminal on the Cayenne.
Keep in mind that Porsche recommends hooking up a vehicle power supply (and NOT a battery charger) to the car if you will be working on the vehicle for more than 15 minutes for procedures such as: using a diagnostic scanner, adjusting the headlights and any time the doors, hood and rear hatch will be open for an extended period of time.
The electrical system on the Porsche Cayenne is rather complex and can cause a variety of problems when a battery has a low charge. On the Porsche Cayenne, a flat battery can cause a multitude of electrical glitches, Check Engine Lights (CELs) and slow starter operation.
How do you charge a Porsche Cayenne Battery?
The battery tender is a great way to maintain the battery charge on your Cayenne when not driving. They are easily installed on the battery terminals and have a quick disconnect that allows you to plug it into a standard home electrical outlet. These are available from Pelican Parts for around $40-60.