Hi all.
I have an *excellent* local Porsche dealer, whose shop
manager told me to make sure I schedule some sort of
checkup before my warranty expires, so I can get whatever
last free work I might need. I don't know if I need new plugs
yet. What symptoms would I be looking for if I did? What else
would you recommend that I consider?
thanks,
Joe

 

My waranty is expiring in 4 days what should I do before it expires?

 

I would check for any outstanding TSB's applying to your car. Accessible by making a donation to Renntech ($25.00)...Depending on your mileage and if you are almost due for a major service check up...get it and during that process they may uncover a problem that would qualify under the warranty. You would of course pay for the major service checkup which does include changing the plugs.

Major maintenance after:
30,000, 60,000, 90,000, 120,000 miles etc.
(48,000, 96,000, 144,000, 192,000 km etc.) OK
Diagnosis system: Read out fault memory
Polyrib belt: Check condition
Change the engine oil and oil filter
Replace the spark plugs
Vehicle underside and engine compartment: Visual inspection for leaks
(oils and fluids) and abrasion (lines and hoses)
Coolant hoses: Check condition;
Radiators and air inlets at front: Visual inspection for external
contamination and blockage;
Coolant: Check the level and antifreeze protection
Air cleaner: Replace the filter element
Particle filter: Replace the filter element
Fuel system: Visual inspection for damage, routing and secure fit of line
connections
Power steering: Check the fluid level
Parking brake: Checking the free play of the parking brake lever
Brake system: Visual inspection of the brake pads and brake discs for
wear
Brake hoses and lines: Visual inspection for damage, routing and
corrosion. Checking the brake fluid level
Clutch: Check the play and pedal end position
Steering gear: Visually inspect the bellows for damage
Tie rod joints: Check the play and dust bellows
Axle joints: Check play, visual inspection of dust bellows for damage,
check screw connections of running gear adjustment facility, front and
rear, for secure fit
Drive shafts: Perform a visual inspection of the boots for leaks and
damage
Exhaust system: Visual inspection for leaks and damage, check suspension
Tires and spare wheel (collapsible wheel): Check the condition and the
tire pressure
Check the door locks, lid locks and safety hooks of the front lid to
ensure that they are secure and functioning properly:
Check lid lock, front and rear; Check safety hook, front lid; Function
test, check door lock; Check door and lid tightening torques
Seat belts: Check function and condition
Vehicle lighting: Check function; All headlights: Check adjustment; Horn:
Check operation.
Windscreen wiper/washer system, headlight washer: Check fluid level and
nozzle settings, pay attention to antifreeze protection in the winter
months.
Electrical equipment as well as warning and indicator lights: Check
operation.
Test drive:
Remote control, front seats, foot and parking brakes (also actuation
travel), engine, clutch, steering, transmission, ParkAssist, automatic
speed control, TC/PSM switch, heating, air-conditioning system and
instruments: Check operation.
Oils, fluids: Visual inspection for leaks