DIY: Panamera Air Suspension Shock Replacement (Front)
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Best of luck FIRST_PORSCHE! Are you going to try to bleed the struts before replacing? (Since they are leaking as you mention I'm guessing that may not be necessary). The shop I took ours to replaced the upper control arm with an OE unit.
Do the leaking struts make noise when hitting bumps? The tech told me it's the control arm bushings that made the noise...
I'm afraid I did not check if the AC code is still there as I was sort of in a hurry. Just started the car. With the internal coil short the "Chassis System Failure" comes up almost instantly on start up, (right after the seat belt warning).
I wonder if I can measure the resistance on the two pins on the PASM connector in the strut, before installation, to verify if a strut is good. Still looking for full assembly options. I think the oil leaks out when the strut fails, is that not how to tell it needs replacing?
Do the leaking struts make noise when hitting bumps? The tech told me it's the control arm bushings that made the noise...
I'm afraid I did not check if the AC code is still there as I was sort of in a hurry. Just started the car. With the internal coil short the "Chassis System Failure" comes up almost instantly on start up, (right after the seat belt warning).
I wonder if I can measure the resistance on the two pins on the PASM connector in the strut, before installation, to verify if a strut is good. Still looking for full assembly options. I think the oil leaks out when the strut fails, is that not how to tell it needs replacing?
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lol. I am sure you changed your mind about difficulty and worthiness of changing the air filter, as soon as you drove your panamera.
Not the standard replacement for sure, but I did not think that difficult.
I think I had a DIY for it too somewhere.
Not the standard replacement for sure, but I did not think that difficult.
I think I had a DIY for it too somewhere.
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I was surprised by how easy it was to remove the headlights and bumper. Absolutely not ideal by any means but it's not difficult, just tedious and I can understand how removing the bumper would seem intimidating for the casual owner. But we gear heads roll our sleeves up, dive in and figure it out... Just like I'm about to have nearly all new front suspension haha.
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I have a time limit on the return of the SCITOO strut, so I am kind of in a rush for a solution as it is currently mounted to the car. I ended up ordering one of these today:
Unity Automotive 28-133002 Front Right Air Strut 2010-2015 Porsche Panamera
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Unity-Auto...mera/920714050
Should arrive at my local Walmart by Monday, but I may not have time to pick it up until Tuesday. Now to figure out if/what tool to get to do the bleeding an filling of the replacement, or have the shop install it again....
Unity Automotive 28-133002 Front Right Air Strut 2010-2015 Porsche Panamera
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Unity-Auto...mera/920714050
Should arrive at my local Walmart by Monday, but I may not have time to pick it up until Tuesday. Now to figure out if/what tool to get to do the bleeding an filling of the replacement, or have the shop install it again....
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haha....it wasn't difficult just stupid that it takes that much to change a filter. The look on my wife's face was priceless when she saw the front bumper sitting on the garage floor lol.
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Please update us on if the Launch X431 v Pro works. I just emailed vxdiagshop to figure out which one of their units is capable of bleeding and filling the struts.
I should go check the resistance across the PASM pins to see what’s the difference between a good strut and one with shorted coil. I’ll report when I do. Also check if disconnecting the battery cleared the AC code...
Thanks.
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I know this is the air shock thread, so I apologize for asking about the compressor, but I'm hoping for some input.
We know RMT offers reman'd and new Continental compressors. I've been looking elsewhere and actually found an Amazon retailer that has, or at least lists a new for only $345. Now the price compared to RMT's $800+ Continental unit is great, the "catch" is the company on Amazon is GELUOXI... Like who tf is that? If it's a Continental compressor, does it matter who the retailer is?
Aside from RMT, FVD doesn't have any listed and Suncore is currently out of stock. Does anyone have a reputable source for either a reman'd or a new Continental compressor? And any thoughts regarding reman'd vs new?
And lastly the Compressor relay from PartsGeek is a Bosch unit, at a fraction of the cost from other places. Thoughts?
We know RMT offers reman'd and new Continental compressors. I've been looking elsewhere and actually found an Amazon retailer that has, or at least lists a new for only $345. Now the price compared to RMT's $800+ Continental unit is great, the "catch" is the company on Amazon is GELUOXI... Like who tf is that? If it's a Continental compressor, does it matter who the retailer is?
Aside from RMT, FVD doesn't have any listed and Suncore is currently out of stock. Does anyone have a reputable source for either a reman'd or a new Continental compressor? And any thoughts regarding reman'd vs new?
And lastly the Compressor relay from PartsGeek is a Bosch unit, at a fraction of the cost from other places. Thoughts?
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If on Amazon, be sure it's "Fulfilled by Amazon" is my best advice. I bought the strut with that and Amazon has given me the return label already...
Have no idea about Parts Geek...
Have no idea about Parts Geek...
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My concern with Parts Geek is they have multiple parts from the same manufactures but at different prices and they show as different catalogs. For example the upper control arms for the PTT from Lemfoerder has 2 different part numbers at different prices. I think they are just a middle man that processes the transaction and order is fulfilled by another supplier....just my guess.
Regards to the air compressor I checked and it's fulfilled by Amazon and for me it's same day delivery. I would be reassured that even if you have an issue Amazon will take care of it. It also has free returns. Hell if I need one I'm ordering this one too....on my Amazon credit card which extends the return policy :<)
Regards to the air compressor I checked and it's fulfilled by Amazon and for me it's same day delivery. I would be reassured that even if you have an issue Amazon will take care of it. It also has free returns. Hell if I need one I'm ordering this one too....on my Amazon credit card which extends the return policy :<)
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Is there 1, 2, or 3 filters? That’s what is getting me. But seems like the air filter change interval was something like 80k miles when I was researching if I should change it/them?
Please update us on if the Launch X431 v Pro works. I just emailed vxdiagshop to figure out which one of their units is capable of bleeding and filling the struts.
I should go check the resistance across the PASM pins to see what’s the difference between a good strut and one with shorted coil. I’ll report when I do. Also check if disconnecting the battery cleared the AC code...
Thanks.
Please update us on if the Launch X431 v Pro works. I just emailed vxdiagshop to figure out which one of their units is capable of bleeding and filling the struts.
I should go check the resistance across the PASM pins to see what’s the difference between a good strut and one with shorted coil. I’ll report when I do. Also check if disconnecting the battery cleared the AC code...
Thanks.
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I also just found a new German compressor made by Miessler Automotive and comes with the relay for $475 free shipping... Damn there's def options to choose from, just unsure which to buy.
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Thanks FIRST_PORSCHE!
Regarding the compressor, did you confirm yours has gone bad, ie pulled the codes? I’m not going to replace ours, but I stopped driving it very soon after the first Chassis System Failure message. Best first confirm you have a bad one. If you need to purchase one I guess it’s trial and error unless someone confirms a good one...
I’m basically working my way up the pricing order, lowest to highest, on the strut, especially since AutoZone can’t get either that they list.
BTW- The only place that seems to have Arnott struts is FCP Euro, if someone is interested. At that price I guess we’ll just take the $23xx offer to finish the job at the local reputable Porsche independent shop and only replace the bag.
Regarding the compressor, did you confirm yours has gone bad, ie pulled the codes? I’m not going to replace ours, but I stopped driving it very soon after the first Chassis System Failure message. Best first confirm you have a bad one. If you need to purchase one I guess it’s trial and error unless someone confirms a good one...
I’m basically working my way up the pricing order, lowest to highest, on the strut, especially since AutoZone can’t get either that they list.
BTW- The only place that seems to have Arnott struts is FCP Euro, if someone is interested. At that price I guess we’ll just take the $23xx offer to finish the job at the local reputable Porsche independent shop and only replace the bag.
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Thanks FIRST_PORSCHE!
Regarding the compressor, did you confirm yours has gone bad, ie pulled the codes? I’m not going to replace ours, but I stopped driving it very soon after the first Chassis System Failure message. Best first confirm you have a bad one. If you need to purchase one I guess it’s trial and error unless someone confirms a good one...
Regarding the compressor, did you confirm yours has gone bad, ie pulled the codes? I’m not going to replace ours, but I stopped driving it very soon after the first Chassis System Failure message. Best first confirm you have a bad one. If you need to purchase one I guess it’s trial and error unless someone confirms a good one...
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Thanks FIRST_PORSCHE!
Regarding the compressor, did you confirm yours has gone bad, ie pulled the codes? I’m not going to replace ours, but I stopped driving it very soon after the first Chassis System Failure message. Best first confirm you have a bad one. If you need to purchase one I guess it’s trial and error unless someone confirms a good one...
Regarding the compressor, did you confirm yours has gone bad, ie pulled the codes? I’m not going to replace ours, but I stopped driving it very soon after the first Chassis System Failure message. Best first confirm you have a bad one. If you need to purchase one I guess it’s trial and error unless someone confirms a good one...
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There are two electrical connectors on each strut. I tried to measure the resistance on them but my probes are less than ideal. The very thin pins are deep in the two sockets. As far as I can tell no unusual deviations, I may need to trace the wiring....