In this video I show you step by step on how to change the coil packs and spark plugs on my Porsche Cayenne Turbo. This video will also be help for people who own a Cayenne S or GTS.
My car started missing and stumbling only when the engine was cold so I decided to change the spark plugs to see if that would fix the problem since the coils are fairly new. After changing the spark plugs the car runs so much better and the stumbling and missing are gone. Porsche recommends that the Cayenne Turbo have their spark plugs changed every 40k miles and the Cayenne S every 60k miles. If you’re having similar symptoms don’t rule out bad spark plugs.
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Get the spark plugs and coil packs that I used by clicking the links below.
Latest version of coil packs: https://amzn.to/3bZs3Zh
Spark plugs: https://amzn.to/2KdBUlp
To see my other Cayenne DIY videos click here: http://bit.ly/2NvBE1n
Good job on the video. I have an 08 v6. Recently it started shaking at 55-60mph and the psm warning light comes on. I also notice that if i release the gas a bit it wears off a bit. Took it to local autoparts store for dtc check and it came back out with P2900 so they suggested maybe a spark plug or coil. I also recently installed a slightly bigger tire and am wondering if it affected it at all as. The tires were balanced so its not a balance issue. Maybe you can add a bit of input?
Hi, should I disconnect the battery before doing service?
Darn Impressive. I own a '05 Treg V8, cousin of your Cayenne. I'm curious if those air pumps are for suspension, or some other system in your car. Cheers.
Good job& good finishing
Hey Dan, we’ve got a 2004 Cayenne Turbo w/ about 104K miles. It has been running pretty rough late and we had no idea what was wrong. We had it diagnosed and was told the Cayenne was misfiring and that we needed 2 coils and spark plugs changed for about $800. That was a bit high we opted to wait on a friend to help us. All I had to do was buy the parts and he would provide labor and afterward I would owe him a steak dinner. Well, the problem was finding time for him to help so in the mean time I found your YouTube video and decided to give it a try. I’ve never done anything like this before but the way you explained everything made it appear very easy but I was skeptical about my abilities…I knew I would find some way to turn this into a weekend long job or I would end up towing it in BUT everything went according to your instructions. The list of needed tools at the beginning was great and the step by step instructions could not have been any easier. It did take me about 2 hours but I did stop to answer the phone a few times. I decided I was changing all 8 coils and spark plugs because I didn’t want to have to redo this job again in a few months. The Cayenne is running very smoothly and I can’t thank you enough. Thanks again.
Dan, Thanks for the clear walkthrough. I just finished replacing the Bosch starter motor, swapped the plastic coolant Tees at the back of the turbo engine with alloy Tees from Jagsthatrun.com, along with the hoses. Swapped a small crumbling plastic breather tee with a brass one, saved several hundred dollars replacing broken plastic breather hose with reinforced fuel line and saved another $140 for another broken hose by using reinforced 3/4"ID 4-ply silicone heater hose for the AOS-to-intake breather hose. I salvaged the snap fittings on either end with a heat gun.
Pressure tested cooling system for leaks, put it all back together and, for good measure, replaced all the plugs and coils because…GermanCar. A controversial tip I'd like to share is I put a dab of zinc anti-seize on the plug threads and give a little squirt of di-electric grease around the inside of the coil boot. The zinc in the anti seize protects the threads in the alloy head from galvanic action of steel spark plug threads. Anti-seize also makes it easier to remove the next time. I thread my plugs by hand on the extension/socket until they seat then hop the ratchet on for just over a quarter turn. The dielectric grease inside the boot spread around with a tiny screwdriver or other small implement makes removal easier and seals out moisture to prevent tracking and arcing. Overkill? Probably.
I didn’t know how easy this was. We have a 2008 cayenne s that’s been sitting because everywhere charges an arm & a leg to fix the alarm plugs and coils. If you don’t mind me asking, where did you get the parts from?
This is how you do a DIY video. Thank you sir!
Can you do an ac compressor install for the cayenne please?
@DIYDan are the Denso plugs you're running the stock heat range, or colder? I'm looking to go one step colder than stock (in prep for a tune next year) but can't find clear info on what the stock heat range actually is. As always, great video!
Gr8 job but stupid design by Porsche. I will fire designer who designed this and who approved this design. Rather buy Lexus F sport, easy to DIY.
Thanks for a video you just saved me $460 thanks again
love your videos
Yes..I will give it a try..the right side will be alittle slower though…thanks again…RH
dan did you use beru coils? cause you uploaded this video on 16/09 and other video with failed coils on 17/february?
Spark plugs go in real easy if you slip a piece of rubber tubing over the tops when starting. After started, you can pull the rubber tube off and torque to spec
hey mate great videos. Have you done anything on replacing the engine mounts on a 2008 V6?
Hi Dan I have an 04 Porsche Cayenne s. The car had a ticking noise or nocking noise in the engine not sure how to fix it the dealer said cylinder wall scoring and have to change the engine which will cost me 20k. And the car value at 5k now if it in good running shape otherwise it’s junk. Any idea or suggestions that you have for me. Thanks Dan
Hi,,,,, good job & good finishing & thank you for ur video go A haed
Well, that was a fun job. Accept for loosening the air pump bracket. The one bolt is a bare to get at. I also had to replace the torque damper. The rubber was torn badly. Hard to believe account the car only has 55,000 miles on it. Thanks for the great video.
Dan I own a 04 turbo & don't think I will put all the plastic back on! Looks pretty but a pain in the a$$
I can't understand how to disconnect the connectors.
After watching your video several times I am looking forward to tackling the job. Hugh savings from what the dealer would charge me. I had to purchase a few tools but that is no problem. Never have too many tools:). Thanks
This is an awesome video that was very helpful to me as I successfully completed the change with a little help.
Question? My vehicle feels like it takes off faster, sounds rough and feels rough why is that? We put everything back. Even lifted the hood to see if anything was shaking and didn’t see anything moving. The sound seems like it is coming from the Driver side engine area. Is this a misfire? I made sure that all the spark plugs were gapped to .40 Am I doing something wrong?
Very informative. this link to the parts in the comments is especially helpful. great work, thank you
Dan, I really hope you can help me with two things, firstly the emergency hood release cable if the main one fails. Secondly What does a bad coil pack or dropped cylinder liner sound like, it was fine then parked up for a couple of days then it was really hard to start – so much so I thought it was a bad battery. After 10-15 attempts it started and now has noise that is consistent with the engine rpm.
Please please help as much as you can, it would be very much appreciated.
Thank you for this video. I successfully changed my plugs and she runs great now 🙂
Thank you for this video. I successfully changed my plugs and she runs great now 🙂
Dude. As a long time "wrench" I don't say this lightly…
One of the BEST YouTube presentations I've seen. Great Job!
Not ONCE did I scream at my screen- "just GET to the mother lovin' point!" Your edit speeds were great. Description top notch, & thr trick about loosening the pump bracket Spot On!