Routine maintenance and service is essential to keeping your Cayenne in proper running condition. As complex as the Porsche Cayenne is, Bay Diagnostic is the top choice for Porsche repair & service in Brooklyn. Below you’ll find the maintenance schedule for the Porsche Cayenne.
MINOR MAINTENANCE EVERY 20K MILES
- Recommended Oil Change: Every 10k miles or 15k km) or after 12 months, whichever comes first.
Note: It is important to know that if the specified mileage hasn’t been met, minor maintenance should generally be carried out every 2 years.
- The Diagnosis system: entails reading fault memory, recording range information on RO.
- Replace the engine oil and the oil filter
- Air Filter: Examine the air filter and if needed, replace
- A Visual Inspection of the Vehicle’s underside and engine compartment: We will visually inspect for oil and other fluid leaks. Also, abrasions, underbody panels, installation, and damage are closely examined.
- Coolant hoses check: We check their overall condition
- Radiators and air intakes: A visual inspection of any debris or signs of blockage
- Coolant: Examine the level and the amount of antifreeze
- Pollen filter: If needed, replace the element
- The Brake system: Visually inspect the brake discs and pads for signs of wear
- Brake hoses and lines: Inspection of the routing and signs of damage or corrosion
- Driveshafts: Inspection of the dust boots for any signs of leaks or damage to them
- Tires: Ensure they are in good condition with adequate air pressure
- Examine the cabrio section and firewall for signs of debris
- We will check the lid locks, door, and safety hooks associated with the front lid to secure the function and seating correctly
- Vehicle lighting: Ensure it is working
- All headlights: Ensure they are working correctly
- Horn: Ensure it is working
- Windshield wiper/washer system, headlight washer: Entail checking nozzle settings and fluid levels. Antifreeze protection may need to be added during colder months
- Battery: Examine the condition of the battery and electrolyte level
- Electrical equipment and warning lights: Ensure that they are all working
MAJOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT EVERY 40K MILES
- Oil Change: Scheduled for every 10k miles or 15k kilometers or every year
- Note: It is important to know that if the specified mileage hasn’t been met, minor maintenance should generally be carried out every 4 years.
- Diagnosis system: Check for fault memory
- Check Underside of the vehicle and the engine compartment: The vehicle is visually inspected for oil leaks or fluid leaks. The Engine compartment is visually inspected for damage to the body.
- Underbody covers: Check that everything is securely in place and replace any missing panels.
- Ensure that the engine oil filter and oil are in good condition.
- Air Filters: Ensure that the air filters are in good condition and, if needed, they are replaced.
- Pollen filter: Take and put in a new element.
- Check the drive belt
- Steering gear: Visually inspect the dust boots for any signs of damage.
- Tie rod ends: Examine them for play and the dust boots for damage.
- Power steering: Ensure that power steering fluid is topped up
- Coolant hoses: Hoses are examined
- Radiators and air intakes: A visual inspection of the exterior for blockages and signs of debris
- Coolant: Ensure that there is enough coolant and antifreeze
- Parking brake: Ensure they is no free play
- Brake system: Inspect the brake pads and the discs for any signs of wear
- Brake hoses and lines: Check if there is no corrosion, the routing is correct, and there is enough brake fluid
- Axle shafts: Visually inspect the dust boots for damage or leaks
- Axle joints: Visually inspect the dust boots for any signs of damage and play
- Drive shafts: A visual inspection of the sleeves for any signs of damage or leaks and the center bearing for damage
- Hydraulically detachable off-road sway bar: Ensure adequate fluid levels
- The exhaust system: Inspect it for signs of damage or leaks also the mounts
- Tires, external spare wheel: Ensure they are in good condition with correct tire pressure
- Lubricate all the fastening bolts and latch
- Panorama roof: Adopt the control module
- Windshield wiper/washer system, headlight washer: Check antifreeze levels, fluid level, function, adjust nozzle alignment and ensure wiper blades are in good condition
- Seat belts: Check that they are operating
- Vehicle lighting: Ensure it is working
- All headlights: Ensure they are working
- Horn: Ensure it is working
- Batteries and ventilation hoses: Ensure they are in good condition
- Trailer coupling: Ensure it is working
- Airbag system: Ensure it is working (see additional maintenance)
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE – REPLACELING THE SPARK PLUGS
- Replace spark plugs: Cayenne every 40k miles / 60k km or 4 years
- Replace spark plugs: Cayenne S every 60k miles / 90k km or 4 years
- Replace spark plugs: Cayenne Turbo every 40k miles / 60k km or 4 years
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE TO BE CARRIED OUT EVERY 80K MILES / 120K KM OR 4 YEARS
- Changing air filter elements (1 or 2 dependent on options)
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE TO BE CARRIED OUT EVERY 160K MILES / 240K KM OR 16 YEARS
- Replace front differential
- Change the rear differential’s drive oil
- Replace the transfer case oil
- Replace manual transmission oil (MT oil)
- Replace Tiptronic transmission oil and accompanying ATF filter
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE EVERY 2 YEARS
- Brake fluid should be changed (Important to use only Original Porsche Brake Fluid)
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE EVERY 4 YEARS
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE EVERY 4 YEARS ~ THEN EVERY 2 YEARS
- Check battery of the TPS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE AFTER 10 YEARS ~ THEN EVERY 2 YEARS
- Airbag system: Ensure that it is in working condition
A ROAD TEST CHECK
- Remote control, air-conditioning system and instruments foot brake, parking brake, front seats (also operating travel), engine, clutch, ParkAssist, automatic speed control, steering, transmission, PSM switches, heater,: ensure they are working.
- Oils, fluids: Visually inspect for leaks
For your nest Cayenne service, give us a call
Jordan Weine
Owner – Bay Diagnostic
Serving Brooklyn Since 1985
For over 35 years Bay Diagnostic has been a Brooklyn staple helping you get back on the road faster than the dealer can. A full-service automotive repair shop in Brooklyn that specializes in scheduled service, preventive maintenance and concierge service. At Bay Diagnostic, you will come to expect what the automotive repair experience should be, fast, easy and reliable. A one stop shop for your vehicle needs.
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