We’re these plugs the Bosch or the Porsche “version” of the Bosch. I ask because in the tech questions one of the experts said that the genuine Porsche plugs are worth the extra money as Porsche tests each one. I find that very hard to believe, so I’m curious to hear which plugs were used on the Macan.
Just did my S. Removing the air filters and air boxes sides makes this chore much easier. Not sure why he worked around the air boxes but it’s much harder that way. The only additional help needed was holding the washer bottle for the last plug drivers side. That was the hardest of all to access and remove the boot. Always use die electric grease on boots install ing easier to remove next time.
Thank you! I also removed the airboxes and feel like it made it a fun easy project instead of being frustrated working around them constantly. Still, appreciate the torque specs and clear video.\!
welp. I just followed this and now my 2018 macan S won't start. I've done all my spark plug changes myself and this is the first time ever having an issue. Rechecked all plugs, everything looks good. any advice?
instead of the string. i found my bolts do not come out of the packs. So i used a plastic pry tool and a piece of wood. hook the tool under the head of the bolt, wood piece between tool and engine, and lever out the coil pack quite easily. no need to pull on the pack. Also pulling the air filters and sliding out the side makes it a lot easier to get to the first two plugs on each side. Not a tough job. Lots of extensions for your sockets helps.
Wow, another missed opportunity for a Rob Sass obscenity-filled DIY! 😜 You guys are slowin’ down; must be the cold weather. More 20 minute DIY videos much appreciated! #porsche #PCA #PorscheDIY #VuDaMan!
Thanks! We like these longer-form videos as well. December was a pretty busy month on TH-cam for us, would be hard to sustain that right now... However, we're planning to always have 2-4 videos per week. Look for a new style of One-Mile Review in early spring!
I consider myself a pretty competent DIY Macan GTS owner, but this seems a much bigger project than I expected to watch just to change plugs in a front engine V6. And I thought the 911 was the only tough job. Makes you appreciate a GM with 100,000 mile plug intervals.
Easier to remove air box covers filters with a t25. Pull out air box inserts (inner side of the air boxes slide down onto boxes) and filters.Way more room to access harnesses for each bank
Recently renewed plugs plus coil pack on my 987 (obviously not a front engine Macan) which required removal of rear wheels plus various exhaust shields. Once the initial head scratching on first bank of plugs (cylinders 1-3) opposite side was grand. Definitely a satisfying home mechanic job though. Thanks for upload though. ☘️🔧
@@davidmikulka4600 - my 2022 Cayman S recommends a plug change at the 2 year/20K mile service. The car may have 8k miles by then. Is there really any reason to change the plugs? Would it affect the warranty because I didn’t follow the factory schedule?
Holy smoke. I'll quit complaining about the Porsche mechanic's shop rate. Although it's got me thinking about an all-electric vehicle. (Heresy, I know.)
This is a poorly designed and executed video. The camera doesn’t provide a closeup view of the actual components being removed to access the ignition coils and spark plugs. I’ll give PCA an “E” for effort.
@@PorscheClubofAmerica I thought it was just fine for a competent DIY'er. I know exactly what to expect when I do this next year. I'm pretty sure I can find where everything is.
OK, it's an amateur video done by boots on the ground guys but give them a break. It shows the major procedures and what you have to do to get to where you want to be. Perfect for assessing DIY or dealer. Only miss is the plug gap.
We’re these plugs the Bosch or the Porsche “version” of the Bosch. I ask because in the tech questions one of the experts said that the genuine Porsche plugs are worth the extra money as Porsche tests each one. I find that very hard to believe, so I’m curious to hear which plugs were used on the Macan.
These were not the Genuine Porsche plugs, but they were from an OE supplier.
Just did my S. Removing the air filters and air boxes sides makes this chore much easier. Not sure why he worked around the air boxes but it’s much harder that way. The only additional help needed was holding the washer bottle for the last plug drivers side. That was the hardest of all to access and remove the boot. Always use die electric grease on boots install ing easier to remove next time.
Thank you! I also removed the airboxes and feel like it made it a fun easy project instead of being frustrated working around them constantly. Still, appreciate the torque specs and clear video.\!
Glad it was useful.
What did you gap the spark plugs to?
welp. I just followed this and now my 2018 macan S won't start. I've done all my spark plug changes myself and this is the first time ever having an issue. Rechecked all plugs, everything looks good. any advice?
instead of the string. i found my bolts do not come out of the packs. So i used a plastic pry tool and a piece of wood. hook the tool under the head of the bolt, wood piece between tool and engine, and lever out the coil pack quite easily. no need to pull on the pack. Also pulling the air filters and sliding out the side makes it a lot easier to get to the first two plugs on each side. Not a tough job. Lots of extensions for your sockets helps.
Thanks for the tip!
Wow, another missed opportunity for a Rob Sass obscenity-filled DIY! 😜
You guys are slowin’ down; must be the cold weather.
More 20 minute DIY videos much appreciated! #porsche #PCA #PorscheDIY #VuDaMan!
Thanks! We like these longer-form videos as well. December was a pretty busy month on TH-cam for us, would be hard to sustain that right now... However, we're planning to always have 2-4 videos per week. Look for a new style of One-Mile Review in early spring!
And of course we're also producing more shorts each week.
I consider myself a pretty competent DIY Macan GTS owner, but this seems a much bigger project than I expected to watch just to change plugs in a front engine V6. And I thought the 911 was the only tough job. Makes you appreciate a GM with 100,000 mile plug intervals.
Agreed, not the easiest job.
The broken plug most likely happened during installation, a slight angle while tightening it will do it more often than we think.
Does Porsche recommend not using anti-seize on spark plugs?
No anti-seize, according to PCA Tech Expert and Porsche Gold Meister Technician Peter Smith. Install "clean and dry"
Easier to remove air box covers filters with a t25. Pull out air box inserts (inner side of the air boxes slide down onto boxes) and filters.Way more room to access harnesses for each bank
Thanks for sharing!
Always have a resevoir holding buddy!
Those are the best buddies!
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Recently renewed plugs plus coil pack on my 987 (obviously not a front engine Macan) which required removal of rear wheels plus various exhaust shields. Once the initial head scratching on first bank of plugs (cylinders 1-3) opposite side was grand. Definitely a satisfying home mechanic job though. Thanks for upload though. ☘️🔧
Definitely satisfying to do at home. Thanks for watching!
Glad you enjoyed the video.
Some call this a tough job. I call it fun for an hour.
Shouldn't the plugs last at least 150K miles? They have lasted 250K and counting on my friend's 2002 Chevy Cavalier.
Recommended every 30-40k in Porsches
@@davidmikulka4600 - my 2022 Cayman S recommends a plug change at the 2 year/20K mile service. The car may have 8k miles by then. Is there really any reason to change the plugs? Would it affect the warranty because I didn’t follow the factory schedule?
@@M_IkeLeBlanc Can't say for sure on the warranty, outside of the warranty concerns though I'd say they're still good.
On first gen 95b replace plugs every 4years or 40k
Needed better lighting…
Why1? Why does it take SO MANY tools to do a simple plug change? Why has Porsche abandoned the home mechanic?
This is not just Porsche. All new cars are this way. That was easier than the ones I changed on my wife’s Subaru.
Holy smoke. I'll quit complaining about the Porsche mechanic's shop rate. Although it's got me thinking about an all-electric vehicle. (Heresy, I know.)
Thanks for watching.
This is a poorly designed and executed video. The camera doesn’t provide a closeup view of the actual components being removed to access the ignition coils and spark plugs. I’ll give PCA an “E” for effort.
Thanks for taking the time to comment. We will take it into consideration for future videos.
@@PorscheClubofAmerica I thought it was just fine for a competent DIY'er. I know exactly what to expect when I do this next year. I'm pretty sure I can find where everything is.
OK, it's an amateur video done by boots on the ground guys but give them a break. It shows the major procedures and what you have to do to get to where you want to be. Perfect for assessing DIY or dealer. Only miss is the plug gap.
not a very good video at all