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One of the things that bug me in my car is the squeaky center armrest. I had a bit of time and decided to see if I can disassemble the armrest to check what it looks like and possible solutions to be applied to my car when I get it back. I searched the web and the forums but couldn't find a guide, so I dove in.
Please see my pictures (sorry dark car at night) but I was able to very quickly remove the first cover with plastic tools (insert plastic tools around the perimeter and then gently push up to unclip, depress the locking tab so the cover can slide out) and then identified two T15s which I removed. As I lifted the armrest to see what other bolts/clips I need to touch the armrest extended! I couldn't believe it! These two T15th is all that is standing in a way of going from fixed to sliding armrest. It really is that easy. Plastic cover then snaps back on and that's it!
Please keep in mind, this is on a 2025 US model, so other years may differ. I will have to try it on my 2023 once I get it back.
Outer plastic cover - held by clips the other side of the outer cover underside of the armrest once the cover is removed this is the T15 that you need to remove T15 removed - one on each side underside view - not extended underside view - extended final view
Last edited by MoonlightBlue; Jul 8, 2025 at 08:58 AM.
What in the world??? You mangled the brand new loaner car from the dealership!!! Hope nobody from your Porsche dealer sees this. BTW, I am sorry to say this but that looks ghetto rigged man. LOL
So, while my 2023 S is at the dealer I have a 2025 base loaner. One of the things that bug me in my car is the squeaky center armrest. I had a bit of time and decided to see if I can disassemble the armrest to check what it looks like and possible solutions to be applied to my car when I get it back. I searched the web and the forums but couldn't find a guide, so I dove in.
Please see my pictures (sorry dark car at night) but I was able to very quickly remove the first cover with plastic tools (insert plastic tools around the perimeter and then gently push up to unclip, depress the locking tab so the cover can slide out) and then identified two T15s which I removed. As I lifted the armrest to see what other bolts/clips I need to touch the armrest extended! I couldn't believe it! These two T15th is all that is standing in a way of going from fixed to sliding armrest. It really is that easy. Plastic cover then snaps back on and that's it!
Please keep in mind, this is on a 2025 US model, so other years may differ. I will have to try it on my 2023 once I get it back.
Outer plastic cover - held by clips the other side of the outer cover underside of the armrest once the cover is removed this is the T15 that you need to remove T15 removed - one on each side underside view - not extended underside view - extended final view
I want to be very direct here - what you did with the loaner vehicle is completely out of line.
Dismantling the center armrest of a car you don’t own, just to “learn” something for yourself, shows a total lack of respect and judgment. These loaners aren’t test beds for personal lab!
This loaner will be sold someday as a CPO; and some of us buy CPO’d cars and actions like yours compromise their integrity and value. Ask any CPO owner how they’d feel learning that some moron used their current car as a science experiment. It’s not clever, it’s not harmless - it’s selfish and reckless. The fact that you thought this was okay is frankly disappointing.
In the future, think twice before treating someone else’s property like your personal lab. Just because you can take something apart doesn’t mean you should - especially when it’s not yours.
I want to be very direct here - what you did with the loaner vehicle is completely out of line.
Dismantling the center armrest of a car you don’t own, just to “learn” something for yourself, shows a total lack of respect and judgment. These loaners aren’t test beds for personal lab!
This loaner will be sold someday as a CPO; and some of us buy CPO’d cars and actions like yours compromise their integrity and value. Ask any CPO owner how they’d feel learning that some moron used their current car as a science experiment. It’s not clever, it’s not harmless - it’s selfish and reckless. The fact that you thought this was okay is frankly disappointing.
In the future, think twice before treating someone else’s property like your personal lab. Just because you can take something apart doesn’t mean you should - especially when it’s not yours.
LOL hahahaha ^^^^^ I couldn't say it better. If you wanna experiment stuff, do it on your OWN car. Not some brand new loaner car....... Common sense....
Point taken, this was careless and unwise on my part. Thank you for your comment. I will think better next time.
As a side note, there is not a scratch on the plastic cover that I unclipped and it was just clipped back. I take care of my loaners by driving smoothly and always wash/vacuum before returning.
Appreciate the reply and your willingness to own it.
I get that you didn’t cause visible damage and that you treat loaners well otherwise — that’s good. But this isn’t about scratches or how gently you drive. It’s about the principle. Once people start justifying taking things apart because “they can clip them back,” the line gets blurry fast. That’s a slippery slope, and frankly not your call to make.
Glad to hear you’ll think twice next time. That’s all I was hoping for.
That's why I would never buy from a dealer either an ex-loaner or an ex-demo car. Nobody knows how these cars where teated by their temporary users.
BTW in the EU everyone is wondering how to block the sliding armrest because it's not a good solution. Only cars for the US have an armrest block.
That's why I would never buy from a dealer either an ex-loaner or an ex-demo car. Nobody knows how these cars where teated by their temporary users.
BTW in the EU everyone is wondering how to block the sliding armrest because it's not a good solution. Only cars for the US have an armrest block.
That's why I would never buy from a dealer either an ex-loaner or an ex-demo car. Nobody knows how these cars where teated by their temporary users.
BTW in the EU everyone is wondering how to block the sliding armrest because it's not a good solution. Only cars for the US have an armrest block.
I get that. You have the ability to be able to work on these cars which is a skill I envy.
I also look at it this way, The Cayenne is the bottom on the barrel when it comes to the Porsche lineup. I dont mean that in a mean way, I own one, but look at the options above it in the lineup.
I cant imagine any 911 owner bagging these loaners as they know its never going to perform like their own vehicle. I certainly wouldnt have the need to. Maybe the upper Cayennes I could see getting some joyful play but around here with 1 dealer they only have base Cayenne or a Hybrid for loaners and a few Macans. They may have a 911 or Panamera but I wouldnt be given those considering what I currently drive, nor would I expect to be given one as a loaner.
Other dealerships may have higher scale Cayennes as loaners but not here.
I happily saved 37K from the list price with 13k kms on the clock. It was put into service in May 0f 24 and I bought it in August of 24. Still have full warranty just like a new car, so for me its a win win.
If you still have the "loaner" i was wondering how easy it is to strip and rebuild the Transfer Case , if you could do a write-up with pics then that would be great - cheers .
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Extended center armrest - easy conversion
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