Engine noise on '05 987

[lcraig]

Hello all,

Currently experiencing a weird noise from the engine, as confirmed by the dealership maintenance people, on an 05 987. When at 3050 rpms a very distinctive wah-wah wah noise is present. This occurs in all gears but its most prominent in 4th, 5th and 6th. The car has been at the dealership since May 7 and they cannot make the noise disappear. The latest word today from Porsche is that I'll just have to live with it. Know anyone that looking for an 05 Boxster?

[RandallNeighbour]

Live with it? If the car is under warranty, the issue needs to escalate to the area rep. Demand it.

Now if it's not under warranty, that's a different story altogether. If it really bothers you or you discover it's gonna be a huge repair bill, I'd put the car in an auction and be done with it.

[r9i8c7k]

Don't accept their answer. Take it to Porsche HQ.

[wvicary]

There is a oil pressure relief valve thats been knowning to cause a noise at certain rpm's..... maybe worth looking into.

Originally Posted by wvicary

There is a oil pressure relief valve thats been knowning to cause a noise at certain rpm's..... maybe worth looking into.

Correct, the TSB# is 1726 Control Piston in oil pump.

[rebeltown]

Repeted "wah-wah-wah" noises many times turn out to be bearings... of one sort or another. I know that this is not of much help to you but bearings don't usually get better with time. Go above the dealership to get help.