No. 06-09-4
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: No. 06-09-4
Technical information for evaluating over-revving events
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2009 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA |
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2009 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA S |
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2009 PORSCHE BOXSTER (987) |
2009 PORSCHE CAYMAN |
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2007 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA |
2007 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA S |
2007 PORSCHE BOXSTER (987) |
2007 PORSCHE BOXSTER (987) |
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2006 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA |
2006 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA S |
2006 PORSCHE BOXSTER |
2006 PORSCHE BOXSTER (987) |
Models from 2005
2005 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA |
2005 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA S |
2005 PORSCHE BOXSTER |
2005 PORSCHE BOXSTER (987) |
2005 PORSCHE BOXSTER S |
Models from 2003
2003 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA |
2003 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4 CABRIOLET |
2003 PORSCHE BOXSTER |
2003 PORSCHE BOXSTER S |
Service Technical Information 6/09 ENU 0335 0 Vehicle Analysis Log: Evaluating Over-Revving Events (Boxster/Cayman/Carrera) (6/09) Vehicle Type: Boxster (986)/Boxster S (986) 911 Carrera (996)/911 Carrera 4 (996) Model year 1997 to 2004 Vehicle Type: Boxster (987)/Boxster S (987)/Cayman/Cayman S 911 Carrera (997)/911 Carrera S (997) Model year 2005 to 2008 Vehicle Type: Boxster (987)/Boxster S (987)/Cayman/Cayman S 911 Carrera (997)/911 Carrera S (997 Model year as of 2009 Concerns: Evaluating overspeed events using the Vehicle Analysis Log (referred to below as “VAL”). Situation: Damaged unit parts due to high engine speed. The information below is intended to help you to evaluate engine damage, which may occur as a result of one or more overspeed events. Using the values entered in the VAL, you can also evaluate the assignment of “Porsche Approved Warranties” better and check entitlement for processing repairs under warranty and goodwill, for example. Engines are designed to operate at a maximum permitted speed. This engine speed is not exceeded when the vehicle is driven normally. However, driving and operating problems (e.g. “changing to the wrong gear” on vehicles with manual transmission) or manipulation (e.g. tuning) can cause the maximum permitted engine speed to be exceeded when the vehicle is driven. Overspeed events are stored in the DME control unit. The following values are also recorded: - Number of ignition attempts in each overspeed range 1 , and, - Status of the hourmeter during the last overspeed event 2 . 1 Overspeed range = Defined rev ranges with classification of expected engine damage, e.g. engine damage possible, ... probable, ... very probable, engine damage has generally occurred; see section 'Rev ranges'. 2 For technical reasons, overspeed events are entered in a preset time interval. As a result, there may be entries in a higher rev range (e.g. range 2), while no entries are stored in the lower range. Typical faults and symptoms as a result of overspeed events may include the following: • Damaged valves and/or pistons (impact marks on the valve, valve impressions on the piston, valve bent). AfterSales Apr 10, 2024 Page 1 of 4 0 Service 0335 ENU • • • • • • • • • • • Technical Information 6/09 Cylinder liner damage (even “piston seizure”). Damaged or displaced connecting rod bearings. Loosened or loose fastening screw(s) on the crankshaft pulley. Loosened or loose fastening screw(s) on the camshaft gear. Loosened or loose connecting rod bolts. Cracked timing chain(s). Changed timing. Irreparably damaged clutch elements (pressure plate and/or drive plate). Vibrations and/or engine imbalance due to irreparably damaged clutch elements. Vibrations around the transmission. Defective synchronization. Information If such faults or symptoms are present together with engine damage, the VAL that was created must be checked for overspeed entries. If overspeed entries are found and if the difference between the current hourmeter and the status when the last overspeed event was recorded is less than 50 operating hours, there is a high probability that the damage was caused by overspeed event(s). The value “50 operating hours” should be seen as a guide. The possibility of engine damage occurring much later due to previous overspeed event(s) cannot be ruled out. RPM ranges 986 + 996: Create the VAL before deleting the fault memory. Overspeed events are documented as follows in the VAL: RPM range 1: 7,200 -1 ... to 7,900 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm exceeded; engine damage possible. RPM range 2: over 7,900 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm exceeded; engine damage probable. Information Before starting engine repairs or granting a pre-owned car warranty: In the event of overspeed events in range 2, we recommend that you contact the Technical Hotline before starting repairs or granting a pre-owned car warranty in order to find out how to proceed and verify warranty coverage. RPM ranges 987 + 997: Create the VAL before deleting the fault memory. Overspeed events are documented as follows in the VAL: RPM range 1: 7,200 -1 ... to 7,500 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm exceeded; engine damage possible. RPM range 2: 7,500 -1 ... to 7,700 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm exceeded; engine damage possible. RPM range 3: 7,700 -1 ... to 7,900 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm exceeded; engine damage possible. Apr 10, 2024 Page 2 of 4 AfterSales Service Technical Information 6/09 ENU 0335 0 RPM range 4: 7,900 -1 ... to 8,400 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm clearly exceeded; engine damage probable. RPM range 5: 8,400 -1 ... to 9,500 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm very clearly exceeded; engine damage very probable. RPM range 6: over 9,500 -1 Engine damage has generally occurred. Information Before starting engine repairs or granting a pre-owned car warranty: In the event of overspeed events in range 4 – 6, we recommend that you contact the Technical Hotline before starting repairs or granting a pre-owned car warranty in order to find out how to proceed and verify warranty coverage RPM ranges 987/2 + 997/2: Create the VAL before deleting the fault memory. Overspeed events are documented as follows in the VAL: RPM range 1: 7,500 -1 ... to 7,700 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm exceeded; engine damage possible. RPM range 2: 7,700 -1 ... to 7,900 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm exceeded; engine damage possible. RPM range 3: 7,900 -1 ... to 8,100 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm exceeded; engine damage possible. RPM range 4: 8,100 -1 ... to 8,400 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm clearly exceeded; engine damage probable. RPM range 5: 8,400 -1 ... to 8,900 -1 Maximum permitted engine rpm very clearly exceeded; engine damage very probable. RPM range 6: over 8,900 -1 Engine damage has generally occurred. Information Before starting engine repairs or granting a pre-owned car warranty: In the event of overspeed events in range 4 – 6, we recommend that you contact the Technical Hotline before starting repairs or granting a pre-owned car warranty in order to find out how to proceed and verify warranty coverage References: Workshop Manual '03350003 Creating Vehicle Analysis Log (VAL)' → “After Sales News 11/2007” and “Porsche Aktuell”: PIWIS Tester: Function for returning Vehicle Analysis Logs (VALs) AfterSales Apr 10, 2024 Page 3 of 4 0 Service 0335 ENU Technical Information 6/09 Important Notice: Technical Bulletins issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. are intended only for use by professional automotive technicians who have attended Porsche service training courses. They are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur on some Porsche vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper servicing of a vehicle. Porsche special tools may be necessary in order to perform certain operations identified in these bulletins. Use of tools and procedures other than those Porsche recommends in these bulletins may be detrimental to the safe operation of your vehicle, and may endanger the people working on it. Properly trained Porsche technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do the job properly and safely. Part numbers listed in these bulletins are for reference only. The work procedures updated electronically in the Porsche PIWIS diagnostic and testing device take precedence and, in the event of a discrepancy, the work procedures in the PIWIS Tester are the ones that must be followed. © 2024 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. Apr 10, 2024 Page 4 of 4 AfterSales