2014 GTS - high mileage experience
06-08-2022, 07:28 PM
#31
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It's a much easier process than it looks. This is for the V6 but, just repeat the process for the other side and, viola, done. Check 2:05 on the vid for the secret sauce. You don't need to actually unplug a connection under the air supply or remove the air tube. Just move it out of the way.
https://youtu.be/ldpQ7yaQB3A
https://youtu.be/ldpQ7yaQB3A
06-08-2022, 07:42 PM
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Transfer case
Curious what the thoughts are on this - as we all know, there is a 10yr warranty on the transfer case because a certain percentage of them fail. I ran into a guy with a GTS today and he told me I should go get the transfer case replaced at the dealership. To which I replied that I thought I’d have to wait for it to fail. He said no, just tell them it’s not working right. He said he just got his done.
I have no idea the validity of his story. But it had me thinking, should I get it replaced under warranty if they actually replace them without failing?
I have no idea the validity of his story. But it had me thinking, should I get it replaced under warranty if they actually replace them without failing?
06-08-2022, 07:46 PM
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Curious what the thoughts are on this - as we all know, there is a 10yr warranty on the transfer case because a certain percentage of them fail. I ran into a guy with a GTS today and he told me I should go get the transfer case replaced at the dealership. To which I replied that I thought I’d have to wait for it to fail. He said no, just tell them it’s not working right. He said he just got his done.
I have no idea the validity of his story. But it had me thinking, should I get it replaced under warranty if they actually replace them without failing?
I have no idea the validity of his story. But it had me thinking, should I get it replaced under warranty if they actually replace them without failing?
06-08-2022, 07:52 PM
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06-08-2022, 08:16 PM
#35
Hmm, hose running through the box? My 4.8 does not have that. Do you have any pics you can upload?
06-08-2022, 08:22 PM
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Curious what the thoughts are on this - as we all know, there is a 10yr warranty on the transfer case because a certain percentage of them fail. I ran into a guy with a GTS today and he told me I should go get the transfer case replaced at the dealership. To which I replied that I thought I’d have to wait for it to fail. He said no, just tell them it’s not working right. He said he just got his done.
I have no idea the validity of his story. But it had me thinking, should I get it replaced under warranty if they actually replace them without failing?
I have no idea the validity of his story. But it had me thinking, should I get it replaced under warranty if they actually replace them without failing?
06-08-2022, 08:50 PM
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06-08-2022, 08:55 PM
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I believe it's only a GTS thing. It runs through the driver's side airbox; pretty sure that's what pipes intake sound into the cabin when you drive in Sport mode. I know I disconnected it last year without too much issue but unfortunately I don't remember exactly how.
06-08-2022, 09:01 PM
#39
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I believe it's only a GTS thing. It runs through the driver's side airbox; pretty sure that's what pipes intake sound into the cabin when you drive in Sport mode. I know I disconnected it last year without too much issue but unfortunately I don't remember exactly how.
06-08-2022, 09:39 PM
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It's a fun gadget in a way but could've been achieved in a simpler way. I had looked up a vid on changing the filters and the hose was a surprise to me as well.
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06-08-2022, 10:20 PM
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Had my TC replaced last month , 2017 CS , 25K miles. I told my service rep the symptoms over the phone, rough shifting, binding on slow speed tight turns. They had to test drive it to verify before they would replace, Obviously symptoms were there. Ordered TC on Wednesday , I had my truck back by Friday.
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Curious what the thoughts are on this - as we all know, there is a 10yr warranty on the transfer case because a certain percentage of them fail. I ran into a guy with a GTS today and he told me I should go get the transfer case replaced at the dealership. To which I replied that I thought I’d have to wait for it to fail. He said no, just tell them it’s not working right. He said he just got his done.
Jim
Curious what the thoughts are on this - as we all know, there is a 10yr warranty on the transfer case because a certain percentage of them fail. I ran into a guy with a GTS today and he told me I should go get the transfer case replaced at the dealership. To which I replied that I thought I’d have to wait for it to fail. He said no, just tell them it’s not working right. He said he just got his done.
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Jc27 (06-08-2022)
06-11-2022, 03:41 AM
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I have completed my 2nd year of ownership of my 2014 Cayenne GTS. I drove about 7k miles this year with the GTS (odometer is just under 117k). I still love this car as much as a did the first day I got it. I love the way it drives and the way it looks, and it's great for toting the kids around, getting to sports practice, and going camping. I just got the GTS back from it's yearly service at the local indy Porsche mechanic - oil change, state inspection, and air filter replacement. I typically replace the all of the air filters myself on my cars, but I couldn't figure out how to disconnect the hose that runs through the air box. Let me know if any of you know, I haven't come across a thread or video yet that details that part. At least the cabin filter was easy enough.
I also mentioned in a previous thread about the oil consumption, probably 1 quart every 2k-3k miles. I asked the service manager about that and he said that is typical for these vehicles, and he has seen many that consume 1 quart per 1k miles. I find it a little odd that these engines consume oil like that, but it is what it is, and I guess it's a small cost to pay for the enjoyment.
As always, I'll you know if anything else comes up. Fingers crossed the GTS continues chugging along.
I also mentioned in a previous thread about the oil consumption, probably 1 quart every 2k-3k miles. I asked the service manager about that and he said that is typical for these vehicles, and he has seen many that consume 1 quart per 1k miles. I find it a little odd that these engines consume oil like that, but it is what it is, and I guess it's a small cost to pay for the enjoyment.
As always, I'll you know if anything else comes up. Fingers crossed the GTS continues chugging along.
Regarding the GTS', I'm on my second high-mileage (this one I have now has 153k miles) and I've only used Motul on both of them and have no oil consumption . Give it a go at your next oil change and see if it helps. Either way - it's regarded as a better lubricant than the Mobil 1 product.
04-27-2023, 11:39 AM
#44
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Update 4/27/23
Took the 2014 GTS for service yesterday, mileage is at 123,877 -
- oil change
- state inspection
- new front brake pads and rotors
- replaced cornering light bulb
- added coolant (low coolant light came on the morning I took it for service). Shop said that many of the Porsche models tend to need the coolant topped off from time to time. This was the first time in my 3yrs of ownership.
- had a small oil leak, shop said it was caused by the o-ring on the oil filter
After 3yrs and 20k miles of ownership I still love this thing. I'm keeping my fingers crossed this car continues on without any major issues.
- oil change
- state inspection
- new front brake pads and rotors
- replaced cornering light bulb
- added coolant (low coolant light came on the morning I took it for service). Shop said that many of the Porsche models tend to need the coolant topped off from time to time. This was the first time in my 3yrs of ownership.
- had a small oil leak, shop said it was caused by the o-ring on the oil filter
After 3yrs and 20k miles of ownership I still love this thing. I'm keeping my fingers crossed this car continues on without any major issues.
