Greyanglia Posted May 16, 2022 Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 Hi all, Just had my engine warning light come on today with visit workshop message. It’s a 2008 987.1 2.7 with 64k mls Just had new condensers fitted a couple of weeks ago but can’t think it’s connected. Guess I need to get my local specialist to carry out a diagnostic. Any early thoughts to enable me to sleep soundly tonight? 😀 Tia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobbie Posted May 16, 2022 Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 3 minutes ago, Greyanglia said: Hi all, Just had my engine warning light come on today with visit workshop message. It’s a 2008 987.1 2.7 with 64k mls Just had new condensers fitted a couple of weeks ago but can’t think it’s connected. Guess I need to get my local specialist to carry out a diagnostic. Any early thoughts to enable me to sleep soundly tonight? 😀 Tia. Could be a dodgy coil pack or O2 sensor, probably nothing too serious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbe Posted May 16, 2022 Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 “She cannae tek it cap’n” 😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 16, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 3 minutes ago, Nobbie said: Could be a dodgy coil pack or O2 sensor, probably nothing too serious. Thanks Nobbie, had the coil packs replaced about 3k mls ago so I’ll go with the O2 sensor which doesn’t sound as expensive! Just got Mrs Greyanglia on my back as I blew a lot of money on a brand new VW Campervan last year and they are delightful money pits! Cheers, Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 16, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 6 minutes ago, gillbe said: “She cannae tek it cap’n” 😀 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobbie Posted May 16, 2022 Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 28 minutes ago, Greyanglia said: Thanks Nobbie, had the coil packs replaced about 3k mls ago so I’ll go with the O2 sensor which doesn’t sound as expensive! Just got Mrs Greyanglia on my back as I blew a lot of money on a brand new VW Campervan last year and they are delightful money pits! Cheers, Michael May even be a connector wasn’t pushed home correctly when the coil packs were done. When I did mine they were fine initially, but must have worked loose over time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 16, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 1 minute ago, Nobbie said: May even be a connector wasn’t pushed home correctly when the coil packs were done. When I did mine they were fine initially, but must have worked loose over time. 1 minute ago, Nobbie said: May even be a connector wasn’t pushed home correctly when the coil packs were done. When I did mine they were fine initially, but must have worked loose over time. 👍 Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBB Posted May 16, 2022 Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 If you post here, there may be a local member who will look at codes for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penrhos Posted May 16, 2022 Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 I had this back in February, same car 2008 987.1 with nearly 80k miles, and it came with a bad misfire. Phoned my Indy and he advised me to get it towed to his place and RAC guy agreed. Diagnosed as a misfire on banks 1 and 2 but despite changing plugs and a couple of sensors the issue persisted. Only got to the bottom of it by renewing bank 1 and 2 camshaft actuators. The Indy thought it was a combination of things and to my relief it's been fine since. I hope yours isn't as serious but if the initial diagnostics don't point to a simple solution you may want to get the actuators checked. Best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted May 16, 2022 Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 How far are you from Maidenhead, @Richard Hamilton may be able to assist with fault code reading and diagnosis if you PM him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 16, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 1 hour ago, penrhos said: I had this back in February, same car 2008 987.1 with nearly 80k miles, and it came with a bad misfire. Phoned my Indy and he advised me to get it towed to his place and RAC guy agreed. Diagnosed as a misfire on banks 1 and 2 but despite changing plugs and a couple of sensors the issue persisted. Only got to the bottom of it by renewing bank 1 and 2 camshaft actuators. The Indy thought it was a combination of things and to my relief it's been fine since. I hope yours isn't as serious but if the initial diagnostics don't point to a simple solution you may want to get the actuators checked. Best of luck. Thanks, that's a helpful analysis, just hoping it's an easier fix than that. Glad you got yours sorted though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 16, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2022 59 minutes ago, ½cwt said: How far are you from Maidenhead, @Richard Hamilton may be able to assist with fault code reading and diagnosis if you PM him. I'm between Banbury and Warwick so it bit far but thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codfanglers Posted May 17, 2022 Report Share Posted May 17, 2022 If you don't want to shell out for a dedicated code reader, one of these with some free software downloaded to your phone will read the code (a bit of research will then translate the code). It will also allow you to clear most codes and reset MIL so you can see if it clears for a while and comes back. You can also track a whole host of live engine data, https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/203759264388?var=0&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338268676&toolid=10044&customid=EAIaIQobChMI7balu_Tl9wIVCIBQBh15vgKAEAQYAiABEgKiT_D_BwE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 17, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2022 That’s a useful bit of info and nothing to lose in giving it a go. Tbh, I don’t have the facility or skill set to do much more than the absolute basics but just hate not knowing what’s wrong so this would an easy first diagnostic ahead of a visit to the Porsche specialist if required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted May 17, 2022 Report Share Posted May 17, 2022 9 hours ago, Greyanglia said: I'm between Banbury and Warwick so it bit far but thanks. Sorry picked up on Farnborough, but not the OX17 bit. Get a cheap OBD reader and then if still perplexed, consider paying Lee a visit at Cotswold Porsche. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lennym1984 Posted May 17, 2022 Report Share Posted May 17, 2022 (edited) I'm in OX29 and have an icarsoft v2. If you want to drive over one evening, I'll happily plug it in and see what comes up Edited May 17, 2022 by Lennym1984 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 17, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2022 11 hours ago, Lennym1984 said: I'm in OX29 and have an icarsoft v2. If you want to drive over one evening, I'll happily plug it in and see what comes up Thanks Lenny. Only just picked this up and already booked it in for Friday. I'll let you know the outcome. If it happens again 😳I'll give you a shout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul P Posted May 17, 2022 Report Share Posted May 17, 2022 12 minutes ago, Greyanglia said: Thanks Lenny. Only just picked this up and already booked it in for Friday. I'll let you know the outcome. If it happens again 😳I'll give you a shout. Cheap reader (15 quid) will read a check engine code and clear it. You will need something smarter like the icarsoft for anything deeper but if you turn it off It might never come back. my previous daily driver Toyota that I had from new for 180k miles used to throw a engine light every 12 months or so. Toyota said new Lamda,sensor that will be 300 quid and by the way that’s 80 for us to tell you. Said 15 quid reader turned it off and it stayed off for up to year. Same code each time. Never did replace it. Never failed an mot. Or for a “beer” and a drive out you get the same from a member on here. Unless it comes back on straight away I would imagine most garages will charge you 50 quid at least to get you the same as above, largely standard diags for this will be read the codes and turn the light off and see if it does it again. Honestly worth a cheap reader or willing forum members see what it says. Then go see a garage if you can’t magic it away. as always. Your car, cash and call but you can get a little way ahead in this without a big expense. Cheap reader is like a tyre pressure gauge these days - basic tool in the glovebox. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zcacogp Posted May 24, 2022 Report Share Posted May 24, 2022 On 5/17/2022 at 10:52 PM, Paul P said: Cheap reader is like a tyre pressure gauge these days - basic tool in the glovebox. Ain't dat de truth, brudder! I was thinking precisely the same on Sunday afternoon when I plugged my code reader in to turn off the airbag light. I knew why it was on (I had disconnected the driver's door airbag without disconnecting the battery first) and knew that solving the problem was as simple as plugging the machine in and clearing the codes. If you have a 987 and don't have a fault code reader then it's worth getting one, even if it is only a five pound bluetooth one from eBay (as linked above by CodFanglers). Greyanglia, all the best with solving your problem. As has already been offered, you are more than welcome here for a coffee and a code read but I'm in GL50 which is a bit further from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 28, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2022 Thanks for all the responses which, as ever, proved spot-on. I ended up taking it to my friendly (and reasonable) specialist. Turned out it was a couple of rogue codes which once cleared have not returned. One was relating to the catalytic converter and the other to the clutch pedal. Only charged me £30 to clear them and do a quick check for peace of mind. I probably should get an OPD reader although I'm not sure I'd know what half the codes mean! Time to enjoy the sun with roof down now. 😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted May 28, 2022 Report Share Posted May 28, 2022 1 minute ago, Greyanglia said: Thanks for all the responses which, as ever, proved spot-on. I ended up taking it to my friendly (and reasonable) specialist. Turned out it was a couple of rogue codes which once cleared have not returned. One was relating to the catalytic converter and the other to the clutch pedal. Only charged me £30 to clear them and do a quick check for peace of mind. I probably should get an OPD reader although I'm not sure I'd know what half the codes mean! Time to enjoy the sun with roof down now. 😀 There are plenty of look ups on the internet to translate OBD2 codes as engine and emissions related ones are to an industry standard, or post them up here of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyanglia Posted May 28, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2022 12 hours ago, ½cwt said: There are plenty of look ups on the internet to translate OBD2 codes as engine and emissions related ones are to an industry standard, or post them up here of course. 👍 Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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