Question 1

What does a clutch do? And what is a clutch kit?

Accepted Answer

The clutch is a solid metal disc that couples the crankshaft and flywheel to the gearbox’s clutch shaft. The clutch is located between the engine and transmission to temporarily disconnect the engine drive from the gearbox.A clutch kit usually contains all the elements to replace and rejuvenate your clutch and its performance: usually a clutch disc, pressure plate, flywheel and a throw race or release bearings. A clutch kit will contain the correct parts for a particular make and model of car and is often cheaper than buying the components individually.

Question 2

How often should a clutch need replacing?

Accepted Answer

There isn’t a typical time or set mileage suggested to replace a clutch kit, as it can depend on both the car and your driving style. Most clutches are designed to last approximately 60k miles, yet they can have a healthy life covering mileages anywhere between 30k and 100k.

Question 3

The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT

Accepted Answer

A damaged or broken clutch will affect your car’s driving ability to the point where it could fail its MOT. Testing doesn’t include an examination of the engine, clutch or gearbox, so if it appears to be working adequately, then it shouldn’t affect the test result.

Question 4

What happens when we replace your clutch kit?

Accepted Answer

Our efficient and fully qualified mechanics will test your clutch for damage and function.
Wherever necessary your clutch will be replaced and you’ll be advised of any other connected or associated issues arising from the process.
You will also be advised of any other parts that may need to be replaced for the best operation and health of your vehicle.
Once the clutch kit has been replaced, our mechanics will test it thoroughly to ensure its correct operation and make any adjustments required for premium performance.

Question 5

What causes a clutch to stop working correctly?

Accepted Answer

A clutch will wear out over time through continual use. The disc thickness reduces, which affects the amount of force the pressure plate can apply to the clutch disc against the flywheel. Incorrect use over extended periods will impact the lifespan and cause unnecessary problems. Slippage can also be caused by reduced tension in the pressure plate’s springs.

Question 6

Symptoms of a malfunctioning clutch

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If you feel a loss or inappropriate delivery of power when using the accelerator, it could be due to a damaged or worn clutch.

Question 7

The clutch slips while driving

Accepted Answer

If you can’t change gears or it feels like there is unusual grinding and friction when trying, your clutch isn’t separating the engine drive from the gearbox sufficiently.

Question 8

Changing gears is a problem

Accepted Answer

If there is no delivery of power to the engine from the accelerator, then your clutch could be the problem.

Question 9

The car doesn’t move

Accepted Answer

If the transmission makes unhealthy grinding noises when you try to use the clutch to engage or disengage the engine, there’s a strong chance that your clutch isn’t operating as it should.

Question 10

Porsche

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Porsche AG is a German automobile manufacturer, established over 88 years ago in 1931, and is renowned for producing high-performance sports cars, SUVs and saloon cars.Porsche is owned by Volkswagen AG and carries a total equity of over €10billion (according to 2015 figures).

Question 11

How popular is Porsche in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

Who wouldn’t want a Porsche? Porsche has been setting standards in high-performance sports vehicles for as long as they’ve been in the industry.There are currently around 146k Porsche vehicles on the roads in the UK, showing a steady rise in numbers over the past 10 years.

Question 12

Luxury, high-end performance sports cars

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With a back catalogue of historic models too numerous to mention, the current range provides typical 2-seat mid-engine sports cars in the Porsche 718 and Porsche 911 models, luxury touring in the Panamera 4-seat full-size saloon and a luxurious level of crossover driving in the Cayenne and Macan SUVs.

Question 13

Sporting a selection of SUV models

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Given the popularity of the SUV in modern driving, it was only a matter of time until the high-end marques got involved in revving up the performance and presentation.For example, the Cayenne Turbo can accelerate from 0–62mph in 4.1 seconds with a top speed of 177mph. The hybrid electric model is equally as impressive with figures of 5.0 seconds and 157mph. That should take care of the school run in record time.

Question 14

Porsche electric: the plug-in hybrid range

Accepted Answer

In 2010, the both Porsche SUV models and the Porsche 918 were released as hybrid electric versions. Currently, only the Cayenne is available as an electric hybrid, but Porsche is building towards the release of their E-performance range: with the new Taycan all-electric sports car being developed through the Mission E Cross Turismo concept study.

Question 15

Porsche’s reliability and reputation

Accepted Answer

Porsche ranked 23rd out of 30 car brands in the What Car? Reliability Survey in 2018. High-end sports cars aren’t renowned for their reliability, so for Porsche to achieve a 90.9% efficiency rate could be seen as quite an accomplishment.

Question 16

Recent Porsche recalls and reliability issues

Accepted Answer

Various recalls have been made on Porsche models throughout their motoring history. The following are a list of the most recent in the UK and Europe.

Question 17

10/05/2019 – Porsche Cayenne (2018)

Accepted Answer

The shock-absorber forks fitted on the front axle may be defective and could break

Question 18

22/02/2019 – Porsche Cayenne and Porsche Macan (2017–2018)

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The retaining straps on the vehicle’s ski bag may be defective

Question 19

03/02/2019 – Porsche Cayenne, Porsche Macan, Porsche 911 Carrera and Porsche Panamera (2014–2015)

Accepted Answer

It is possible that the vehicles do not meet the series standards applicable at the time of delivery

Question 20

28/09/2018 – Porsche 918 Spyder (2013–2015)

Accepted Answer

The bolts used to mount the longitudinal and transverse suspension arms may corrode over time

Question 21

28/09/2018 – Porsche Cayenne (2016–2018)

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The seatbelt buckles on the central rear seat are defective

Question 22

28/09/2018 – Porsche Panamera (2015–2018)

Accepted Answer

Restricted durability of the coupling rods may affect the functioning of the rear anti-roll stabiliser

Question 23

25/04/2017 – Porsche 911 and Porsche Boxster (2017)

Accepted Answer

The windscreen might not be correctly bonded to the bodywork

Question 24

21/04/2017 – Porsche (11 (2016–2017)

Accepted Answer

There is a possibility that the passenger airbags were manufactured with faulty componentsAll recall information sourced from gov.co.uk data.

Car make and model	Dealers average price	exclusive price	Instant savings
Porsche 914 1.6 litres	£633.55	£515.08	19%
Porsche 944 1.6 litres	£582.78	£485.65	17%
Porsche Boxster 1.6 litres	£590.04	£475.84	19%
Porsche Macan 1.6 litres	£586.50	£480.74	18%
Porsche Panamera 1.6 litres	£579.69	£495.46	15%
Porsche 911 1.6 litres	£594.55	£495.46	17%
Porsche Cayman 1.6 litres	£607.06	£485.65	20%
Porsche 968 1.6 litres	£610.44	£500.36	18%
Porsche 718 1.6 litres	£602.20	£485.65	19%
Porsche Cayenne 1.6 litres	£627.51	£510.17	19%
Porsche 914 1.6 litres	£633.55	£515.08	19%
Porsche 911 1.6 litres	£594.55	£495.46	17%
Porsche Cayenne 1.6 litres	£627.51	£510.17	19%
Porsche Panamera 1.6 litres	£579.69	£495.46	15%
Porsche 968 1.6 litres	£610.44	£500.36	18%

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