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Old 02-20-2007, 07:39 AM   #14
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As Brucelee eluded to, the IMS failure is one loud bang and then its done. If the IMS goes the engine can't run. RMS and IMS seal leaks are not going to cause a failure unless the large amount of oil on the ground was ignored. Please keep us updated as to the root cause of this failure.

My suggestion is to leave the possible bigger issue alone (Porsche already knows how many engines has been replaced) and focus on trying to get help to replace your engine. Keep calling Porsche and try to be patient as they will not magically say "yes, we'll cover the costs of your replacement engine" on the first phone call. My guess is you'll have to call POA and ultimately talk to one of their regional service managers. It's not an easy task but patience and politeness will probably get you further (of course a few appropriate placed stern comments will be needed to show some frustration). The regional service manager is going to suspect mistreatment of the engine and its up to you to convince him/her otherwise. If you make him/her upset than you aren't going to get anywhere.

Things that will help are if it was a dealer purchased car, proof of maintenance history, if you are the first owner, etc.

I wish you the best of luck and please keep us updated on the results!
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