Porsches offer many things for which a person buys a sports car, but also hyper-expensive repairs at the dealer. The high-tech innovations on your 911 give you many benefits, but there are also a few weak points in the car. We are highly experienced at working on Porsches; here are the most common malfunctions we see.
Failed Intermediate Shaft Bearings
M96 engines were made with an intermediate shaft bearing prone to failure. The intermediate shaft joins the ends of the engine timing gear. We will find this letdown by detecting metal chips in the engine oil. We will replace the expired bearing with a more durable part to avoid future problems in your cherished Porsche. The following generation of 911 engines was redesigned.
Failed Ignition Coils and Fuel Injector Wires
Poor running can have many causes. Modern engines have a central computer that stores failure codes. We have the same plug-in diagnostic laptop to retrieve these codes as the dealer service department. But we are not limited to outrageously-priced factory parts.
Ignition coils and the wires leading to fuel injectors have been a constant source of misfires, rough idling, and stalling. We will replace these items with better-made aftermarket parts to give you many miles of trouble-free driving.
Broken Head Bolts
Modern 911 heads are high compression for performance and put great stress on the bolts securing the heads to the block. There have been instances of these bolts failing, resulting in extreme engine damage. We can remove the heads, recondition them, and return them to service to give you the performance you expect.
Air Conditioning Inoperative
The usual reason for warm air from your air conditioning (A/C) system is the lack of refrigerant. The refrigerant gets low because of leaks. The main components of any A/C system are the compressor, the evaporator, the condenser, and the hoses that join them. The condenser is located just behind the grill, where rocks can cause a leak, and this is where we will begin our search. We will use our sniffer to find the source of your leak and replace the perished component with a more durable one.
Excessive Oil Consumption and Tailpipe Smoke at Startup
A smoking engine is usually attributed to worn piston rings, but other causes exist. A 911 engine has an air-oil separator to prevent oil mist in the crankcase from being sucked into the intake tract. When the air-oil separator fails, you will see extra oil consumption, smoke from the tailpipe, and a check engine light.
If the engine only smokes at startup, it could be leaking fuel injectors. These parts are designed to open and close as the central computer directs. If they leak, fuel will puddle in the combustion chamber and cause a puff of smoke when you start the car.
Our dedicated technicians will treat your Porsche as their own. To try our excellent service, call or visit our website for an appointment for any 911 service or repair you need.