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PDK Shudder or Harsh 1-2 in Auckland Traffic? Causes & Fixes

If you own a Porsche in Auckland and have noticed your PDK transmission shuddering or delivering harsh shifts between first and second gear, you are not alone. This issue is particularly common during stop-start driving through areas like the North Shore, CBD, and motorway on-ramps where low-speed manoeuvres are frequent. Understanding what causes these symptoms …

Porsche IMS Bearing Issues: Everything You Need to Know

The Porsche IMS bearing is a sealed ball bearing that supports the intermediate shaft in M96 and M97 flat-six engines, and it is prone to failure in models built between 1997 and 2008. Affected models include the 986 Boxster, 996 and early 997 generation 911, and the 987 Boxster and Cayman. When this bearing fails, …

How Often Should You Service Your Porsche with PDK Transmission?

If you drive a Porsche, you paid a premium for a top notch vehicle. No doubt you want to keep it that way. Making sure that it gets serviced properly will ensure it keeps its value and continues to run at its peak for years to come. The question of how often should you service …