CEL On 2005 Boxster

[jinijazz]

Originally Posted by 987Berto

Just received a call from my service advisor at the dealer saying the engine didn't arrive today and so they're expecting it tomorrow now. As far as work involved, besides installing and testing, how much time and work are they looking at? I'm still in awe this is even going on.

Don't know about dealer, but independent shop can do it within a week.
So did you find out what kind of waranty the new engine come with? Keep us posted.

[MikenOH]

You've got the PASM with 6spd--right? I emailed you about that combo when we were getting the 06.

Not sure what your build date is but your new motor should have the "newest" RMS design which was introduced in June of 05--IIRC. Same thing with the Oil pump piston which some 05's had a rattle noise problem with and was replaced under a TSB.

Best of luck with it.

[racer_d]

I would push for full 50K mile coverage on the NEW ENGINE because, well, its a NEW ENGINE. No reason it should be limited to only 34k (the balance of your original warranty) miles of protection since it was a manufacturing defect. Get EVERYTHING in writing to maintain a good, verifiable vehicle history.

[987Berto]

Originally Posted by MikenOH

You've got the PASM with 6spd--right? I emailed you about that combo when we were getting the 06.

Not sure what your build date is but your new motor should have the "newest" RMS design which was introduced in June of 05--IIRC. Same thing with the Oil pump piston which some 05's had a rattle noise problem with and was replaced under a TSB.

Best of luck with it.

So I got it back yesterday and wow, so nice to see it again after nearly 3 weeks without. Not so sure if I can tell the difference but my first impressions were noticing how fast the new engine responds! I mean seriously fast, curious to see how much faster it'll be when I engage Sport mode.

Anyway, at pick up I spoke with the service advisor some more and also with tech for a bit. Essentially it looked like it was a problem with the timing due in part to the cam ring but they're not really sure. The tech was able to bring it within spec a few times but it would slide off spec and without having a new cam assembly to compare the problem one to he really couldn't tell what was wrong. The new engine is wonderful! The service invoice is not quite as long as I expected but it is full of detail and lots of insight into what they did to trouble shoot and document what was going on.

Overall very pleased with how it was handled and of course as a few noted here, my only concern with the "shortened" warranty on the new engine. I'll post more details when I have more time, including recapping some of the work they did.

Don't forget to do the proper break-in with this new engine. Glad it has all worked out for you.

[RacebyDesign]

Originally Posted by jinijazz

Don't know about dealer, but independent shop can do it within a week.

They should be able to swap the engines in 1-2 days. Its really a matter of getting everything set up, installation, and testing/updating. They would rather have a block of time (like a week) though to ensure success and happy customers.

I also agree with Racer_D with everything except the paper trail. All warranty concerns/repairs should be tied to your vin number. They should provide you with a detailed warranty invoice (with everything but the price charged to Porsche). In addition, any Porsche dealer should be able to print your warranty history.

Porsche had to pay a huge bill. Believe me, the paper trail will be quite long and detailed.