A little background information on our shop before I get into details:

DBC Tuning, located in San Antonio, TX specializes in Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche and VW factory scheduled service, repair as well as aftermarket performance and cosmetic enhancements. We employ ASE certified, BMW and Porsche trained technicians, use Genuine and highest quality German parts as well as latest tools at our shop.

Being new to 6speedonline, I respectfully wanted introduce myself and the company. You guys are free to ask any technical questions, no purchase necessary. I will do my best to get back to you in timely fashion.

-Berk

This 2006 Cayenne S with less than 50k on the clock had distinct coolant smell coming from the engine bay and from underneath the car at idle when the motor was running. After diagnose and our previous experience we were authorized to do the work on the car. At the same time, we replaced the water pump (despite no leaks detected, precautionary), thermostat (precaution) as well as the main belt which showed a little wear surprisingly. Now the car has updated metal pipes, new water pump and thermostat with fresh coolant.

I will leave you guys with bunch of pictures. If any questions, pm me, call me, email me at any time.

 

how much did the service cost, if I may ask?
I do not need one (knocking on wood), but wonder.
I am in Austin TX.

 

Good photos!

 

$1,105.00 parts and labor

Thanks a lot!

 

Were coolant pipes leaking when you disassembled them? It's a bit difficult to tell if it leaked or not. Was it simply a preventative measure?

 

We have mthods of tracing the coolant leaks. The leak can very well be from thermostat or water pump. On this one, we have done a leak test and a visual inspection to determine the pipes.

 

Good to know. I wish you were local. I'd do it in a heartbeat. What's your estimated hours of labor for this replacement? That will be all. Thanks.

 

6-7.5 hours at $92.50

 

I just watch mine being towed off for a coolant leak. On the garage floor it appears to be a touch of oil mixed in with the coolant on the ground. Is this a normal sign for this coolant pipe failure?

 

haha so yes it is the coolant pipes, hoping Porsche will kick in the parts. We shall see next week.