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2005 Porsche Cayenne repairs by problem area

Engine (54%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 48 repairs.
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2005 Porsche Cayenne engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (23%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (32%)

< $100 (27%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

turbocharged 450hp 4.5L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

77447 mi

US $1222
Brought the car in for a check engine light. Diagnosis determiinedd it was a seized secondary air injection pump which was replaced.However, this pump seized again later and K & M Automotive had to replace it again after determining it failed due to a faulty shut off valve. 
78291 mi

US $1641
One secondary air injection pump and its shut off valve replaced, the other shut off valve was replaced as a precaution. 

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2005 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

340-horsepower 4.5L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

135000 mi

US $350
Fuel Filter Assembly - Located under rear driver side dead. Assembly cracked and was leaking fuel, progressively got worse. 
76300 mi

US $83
Replaced fuel vapor canister purge valve(OEM part #948.110.202.01). Common issue was hard, rough starts, after refueling and P0441, P0442, P0455 DTC check engine lights. Remove driver side engine compartment covers and install valve/hose. 
78000 mi

US $127
Leaking fuel, from left rear passenger area. Fuel filter flange(7L0.919.679) and sealing ring(1J0.919.133B) was replaced. 
85019 mi

US $502
Leaking water pump, at shaft seal. Replaced with new OEM unit, gasket and Continental Serpentine belt. Leaking water pump, at shaft seal. Replaced with new OEM unit, gasket and Continental Serpentine belt. 
89000 mi

US $15
Transfer case undercarriage cover/shield lost all bolts on forward mounting points, resulting in loud scraping noise at highway speeds. Tire tech was able to replace. 
96700 mi

US $400
Replaced engine torque damper, 
43500 mi Water pump failed, replaced under warranty. 
92000 mi

US $500
Engine was running slightly rough, scoped engine and found cylinder scoring. Advised engine would fail without replacement. Cost of new engine higher than blue book value so declined repair. 
147000 mi

US $400
Purge valve failure 
157000 mi

US $990
Coil packs 
175000 mi

US $1200
Water pump 
175800 mi Valve cover gaskets 

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2005 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

247-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

78000 mi

US $236
Vacuum leak in emissions system. Garage found leak and ordered new hoses and replaced. 
103200 mi

US $200
R&R Water pump, main accessory belt. 
105000 mi

US $300
Vacuum hose cracked and needed to be replaced. Created a CEL 
105300 mi

US $2700
Engine crankcase and brake booster vacuum lines, main fuel pump R&R. thermostat housing cracked / leaking (back side of engine, required 12 hour labor) 
107600 mi

US $1100
Water pump housing cracked, leaking coolant. R&R waterpump and housing MAF failed, causing CEL. Needed to be replaced. 
106300 mi

US $2300
Motor and trans mounts failed.  Leaking intake gasket, fouled spark plugs 
114000 mi

US $25
Replaced oil pressure sensor 
114000 mi

US $1500
CEL check engine lights. Multiple vacuum leaks. 

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2005 Porsche Cayenne Engine Problems

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