2008 PORSCHE 911 M97.01/M97.20 (997)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Intermediate shaft bearing wear
• Rear main seal leaks
• Coolant tank cracking

First checks

• Check IMS bearing condition
• Inspect rear main seal
• Verify timing chain tensioner function

Before replacing parts

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• Global model with emissions and minor power variations; US models typically have slightly reduced power due to emissions tuning.
• Carrera models feature 3.6L engines; Carrera S models introduced the 3.8L variant in 2007 continued through 2008.