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2006 Porsche 911 Problems

Various Faults Due to Intenal Leak at the Oil Seperator

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Smoke, oil consumption, and fuel trim issues with various fault codes can be traced to an internal leak at the oil separator.

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Rear Main Seal/Intermediate Support Cover O-ring may Leak Oil

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Engine oil leaks can occur at the rear main seal and/or intermediate support cover o-ring; a revised seal is available. A careful diagnosis with proper tools is necessary to verify dimensional accuracy of the crankshaft to engine block.

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Check Engine Light Due to Internal Vacuum Leak at Oil Seperator

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Various fuel trim and oxygen sensor limit fault codes can be traced to an internal vacuum leak at the oil separator.

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Coolant Loss and Engine Overheating

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A small leak in the coolant reservoir can cause persistent coolant loss. To ensure engine longevity, coolant loss and overheating issues need to be resolved. Out technicians tell us the proper coolant fill procedure must be followed when refiling the cooling system.

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Misfire due to failed mass air flow sensor or failed purge valve

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A failing or EVAP purge valve can cause misfire issues.

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Valve cover leaks are common

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Valve cover leaks are common.

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Check Engine Light due to cam tensioner/timing issues

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Cam tensioner/cam timing issues can cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate.

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Engine noise from intermediate shaft area

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Abnormal noises from the intermediate shaft area may be signs of impending engine failure, don't wait to get this issue checked out!

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Monitor warning lights and inspect brakes

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Pay close attention to warning lights and have the brakes inspected regularly—immediately address any brake problems. Hard driving habits will cause excessive brake pad and rotor wear.

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Difficulty downshifting from second gear due to internal transmission problem

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An internal transmission problem can cause difficulty engaging or downshifting from second gear. Improved parts are available as of the 1997 model year.

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