alex911s

I have this leak today on my CTT, it's reddish,
is this Differential? i've search post of replacing engine on coolant leaks
but isnt coolant green? i'm nervous now, lol

here's the pics, i cant take it to the dealer till Monday...

Lewis? AW? mudman?

Torags who's your lawyer?

Shamus

ATF is pink - Coolant can be pink or green - My S has green FWIW.

Can you trace the leak back to the source. Have you checked the coolant level? - passenger side hood just above the windshield washer fluid.

Any "!" prior to the leak?

Good luck - keep us posted.

Keep in mind Coolant is deadly to pets so keep them away from the spill - they will be attracted to it.

ltc

That's ATF. Not good. You should never see that much fluid.

By the looks of the picture, I'm guessing transfer case, since it appears to be mid to front, not rear end.......I've never opened the hood of my Cayenne, let alone looked underneath (I'm afraid to)

IIRC, there was a TSB/service action/recall on a certain # of Cayennes for potential cracked transfer cases....can't remember the # or years affected. The fix was a complete replacement of the transfer case, not transmission.

If so, your dealer should be able very quickly check to see thru eDCS based on VIN if your Cayenne was in this range but never inspected or repaired. If not, once up on a lift, within 10 minutes they'll know.

I would imagine your CPO will cover this, no issues.....however, if you have done mods (engine/ECU), NOW would be a good time to switch back; rather than risk warranty refusal from PCNA.

In any case, definite trip to the dealer with minimal driving, flatbed tow preferred.

alex911s

Shamus no ! yet, but i'm sure I would see it soon if I continue driving..

thanks Lewis, the dealer is 50 miles away I guess it's a good idea to get it towed..

ltc

One possibility:

2004 PORSCHE CAYENNE POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Recall Date:
FEB 18, 2004

Summary:
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE HAD A TRANSFER CASE INSTALLED THAT COULD, DUE TO CHANGES IN THE HOUSING CASTING, RESULT IN THE OIL PUMP ROTATION. SHOULD THIS OCCUR, OIL STARVATION OF THE INTERNAL GEARS MIGHT RESULT.

Consequence:
CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A FRACTURE OF THE TRANSFER CASE HOUSING. INCORRECT TORQUE WOULD THEN BE APPLIED TO THE DRIVEN WHEELS OR OIL COULD LEAK AND CONTACT THE TIRES.

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSFER CASE HOUSING AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE TRANSFER CASE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 3, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.

Potential Units Affected:
4099

Notes:
PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC

ltc

2nd possibility:

mudman2

I agree the transfer case or steering pump, bad luck Alex.

alex911s

Thanks Lewis just printed it,

but how do i put your avatar on the memo?LOL

alex911s

yup, hope they fix it before ski season ends

Torags

Get a Cayenne loaner. The Fremont (?) Dealer is very good.

What about that Lewis, is he a good resource or what......

BTW Tahoe has been so warm this year you won't need a 4WD for the roads. Try to get a 997 or Cayman loaner and report back to the nuthouse.

Good luck

ltc

If you don't have any Speedi Dry, I would throw down some kitty litter (really) to soak up that fluid before it stains the floor.

ltc

Yes, at least one of his personalities is good for something.

Torags

I know, I know he's besides himself.

Good advice on kitty litter. I would also wash the underside of the truck after the repair (for 2 reasons). Reduce potential corrosion and you will be able to tell if it was entirely repaired.

ltc

Good point.
Simple Green should do the job nicely.

ltc

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