The Badge Says 911. The Generation Tells Us What We’re Working On.
Few vehicles have maintained such a recognizable identity for so long as the Porsche 911.
But mechanically, the name 911 covers an enormous range of cars.
A 996 Carrera may involve:
- M96 engine architecture
- IMS-bearing considerations
- Bore-scoring concerns
- Manual or Tiptronic transmission
A 997.2 may instead use:
- Direct fuel injection
- MA1 engine architecture
- PDK
- PASM
- Modernized AWD
A 991 Carrera can bring:
- PDK
- Electronic chassis systems
- Later-generation direct injection
- Turbocharging on 991.2 Carrera models
And today’s 992 generation can combine:
- Twin-turbo engines
- 8-speed PDK
- Advanced PASM
- Rear-axle steering
- Hybrid-assisted powertrains
- Highly integrated chassis electronics
At A&B Import Auto, we’ve serviced European vehicles in Fort Collins since 1982.
When a Porsche 911 comes into our shop, we don’t begin with:
“What usually goes wrong with a 911?”
We begin with:
“Which 911 is this?”
Porsche 911 Generations We Service
We service many generations of Porsche 911, including:
- 996
- 997
- 991
- 992
- Carrera
- Carrera S
- Carrera 4
- Carrera 4S
- Targa
- GTS
- Turbo
- Turbo S
- GT models where appropriate
Earlier classic and air-cooled vehicles may require case-by-case evaluation depending on the repair.
Porsche currently identifies the 992 as the eighth generation of the 911, following the 991, 997 and 996 generations.
The differences among them are large enough that generation identification should come before any meaningful discussion of:
- Maintenance
- Reliability
- Common problems
- Engine repair
- Transmission service
Porsche 996 Service & Repair
The 996 marked one of the biggest changes in 911 history.
Porsche transitioned the 911 from an air-cooled to a water-cooled flat-six engine with the 996 generation.
Depending on model and engine, 996 service may involve:
- M96 engine diagnosis
- IMS-bearing evaluation
- Bore-scoring concerns
- Air-oil separator
- Oil leaks
- Cooling system
- Manual transmission
- Tiptronic
- Carrera 4 AWD
- Suspension wear
The important distinction is that even within the 996 family:
Carrera and Turbo/GT architectures are not the same.
Porsche 996 IMS Bearing
The IMS bearing is especially relevant to many naturally aspirated 996 Carrera engines.
But it does not apply equally to every 996.
Depending on:
- Model year
- Engine
- Existing repairs
- Replacement-engine history
the IMS design can differ.
Turbo, GT2 and GT3 applications use different engine architecture from the standard Carrera-family M96 engine.
So:
“It’s a 996” is not enough information to make an IMS recommendation.
Porsche 996 Bore Scoring
Later 996 Carrera engines—particularly certain 3.6L applications—also receive attention for cylinder bore scoring.
Possible clues may include:
- Cold ticking
- Oil consumption
- Smoke
- Metallic debris
But none of those symptoms alone prove scoring.
A proper inspection may involve:
- Borescope
- Oil/filter evaluation
- Supporting mechanical testing
before an engine is condemned.
Porsche 996 Air-Oil Separator
The M96 crankcase-ventilation system uses an air-oil separator.
A failed AOS can contribute to:
- Heavy smoke
- Oil consumption
- Rough idle
- Lean mixture faults
- Misfires
- Abnormal crankcase vacuum
Those symptoms can overlap with much more serious internal-engine concerns.
That is why crankcase-vacuum testing can be valuable before assuming the worst.
Porsche 997 Service & Repair
The 997 returned the 911 to more traditional round-headlight styling while retaining and developing much of the engineering direction introduced with the 996.
Porsche identifies the 997 as the sixth 911 generation, produced from 2004–2012. It was also the first 911 generation to offer Porsche’s PDK dual-clutch transmission, introduced PASM, and brought variable turbine geometry to the 911 Turbo.
That makes the 997 especially interesting because the generation spans two very different technical eras.
Porsche 997.1 vs. 997.2
This distinction matters enormously.
997.1
Earlier naturally aspirated Carrera models use M96/M97-family architecture.
Relevant topics can include:
- IMS on applicable engines
- Bore scoring
- AOS
- Oil leaks
- Conventional automatic or manual transmission
997.2
Later Carrera models moved to newer direct-injected MA1 engines.
That changes the discussion substantially.
The classic serviceable IMS-bearing issue no longer applies in the same way, and the drivetrain can include:
- Direct fuel injection
- PDK
- Updated engine-management systems
Two cars can both say:
997 Carrera S
and still belong to very different diagnostic worlds.
Porsche 997 Bore Scoring
The 997.1—particularly certain 3.8L Carrera S applications—is one of the 911 generations most frequently associated with bore-scoring discussions.
That does not mean:
every 997.1 has a damaged engine.
It means the engine family deserves informed inspection when:
- Symptoms are present
- Oil consumption is significant
- The vehicle is being purchased
- Engine condition materially affects the decision
Risk tells us where to look.
Inspection tells us what is actually there.
Porsche 997 PDK
The 997 was the first 911 generation to receive PDK.
PDK introduced:
- Dual clutches
- Hydraulic control
- Electronic adaptation
- Mechatronic systems
to the transmission.
A harsh shift or PDK warning can therefore involve:
- Clutch behavior
- Fluid
- Adaptation
- Hydraulic control
- Electronics
- Internal mechanical components
It should not automatically be treated as complete transmission failure.
Porsche 997 PASM
Porsche introduced PASM to the 911 during the 997 generation.
PASM electronically controls damper behavior.
A suspension complaint on a PASM-equipped car may therefore involve:
- Mechanical damper wear
- Electronic damper control
- Wiring
- Suspension bushings
- Control arms
PASM does not eliminate ordinary mechanical suspension wear.
Porsche 991 Service & Repair
The 991 generation brought another major evolution in chassis, electronics and drivetrain design.
Depending on model, 991 service may involve:
- Direct-injection flat-six engines
- PDK
- Manual transmission
- PASM
- Active engine mounts
- Rear-axle steering
- Carrera 4 / PTM
- Turbocharging
- GT systems
The 991 generation also contains one of the biggest changes in Carrera history:
the transition from naturally aspirated Carrera engines to turbocharged Carrera engines.
Porsche 991.1 vs. 991.2
Just like the 997, the generation split matters.
991.1 Carrera
Generally uses naturally aspirated flat-six engines.
991.2 Carrera
Porsche moved the regular Carrera family to turbocharged engines.
That means later Carrera models add:
- Turbochargers
- Wastegate control
- Charge-air system
- Intercooling
- Boost-pressure sensors
to the diagnostic picture.
A 991.2 does not need to say:
Turbo
on the decklid to have turbochargers.
Porsche 991 Turbo & Turbo S
911 Turbo models use specialized high-output powertrains.
Depending on generation, that can include:
- Twin turbochargers
- Variable Turbine Geometry
- Electronic wastegate control
- Advanced charge cooling
- PTM AWD
A Turbo boost problem therefore deserves its own diagnostic path rather than being treated like a standard Carrera fault.
Porsche 991 PDK
PDK became an increasingly central part of the 911 lineup during the 991 generation.
Possible complaints may include:
- Harsh shifts
- Shudder
- Delayed engagement
- Warning messages
- Adaptation concerns
Diagnosis may involve:
- Fault data
- Fluid condition
- Clutch behavior
- Mechatronics
- Software
before major transmission work is considered.
Porsche 992 Service & Repair
The 992 has been the current 911 generation since 2019.
It expands the 911’s electronic and chassis complexity considerably.
Depending on configuration, 992 models may include:
- Twin-turbo Carrera engines
- 8-speed PDK
- Manual transmission
- PTM AWD
- PASM
- Rear-axle steering
- Active chassis systems
- Hybridized powertrains
- Advanced turbo technology
Yet the fundamental vehicle remains unmistakably a rear-engine 911.
Current Porsche 911 Models
As of September 2026, Porsche’s U.S. 911 lineup includes variants across the:
- Carrera
- Carrera T
- Carrera S
- Carrera 4S
- Carrera GTS
- Carrera 4 GTS
- Targa 4S
- Targa 4 GTS
- Turbo S
- GT3
- GT3 RS
families.
Porsche also returned a six-speed manual option to the North American Carrera S for the 2027 model year after the refreshed 992.2 Carrera S initially launched with PDK only.
That illustrates how quickly equipment can change even within one 911 generation.
Porsche 992.2 & Hybrid Technology
The refreshed 992.2 generation introduces hybrid-assisted technology to parts of the 911 family.
That adds systems such as:
- High-voltage electrical architecture
- Electrically assisted turbocharging on applicable models
- Hybrid energy management
- Additional cooling requirements
These systems do not eliminate:
- Engine cooling
- Fuel delivery
- Ignition
- PDK
- Suspension
They add another technical layer on top of them.
Porsche 911 Turbo S Hybrid Technology
The current 992.2 Turbo S uses Porsche’s T-Hybrid architecture with a twin-turbo flat-six.
Porsche describes the current Turbo S as the most powerful production 911 to date as of September 2026.
From an independent-service perspective, the important takeaway is not the horsepower number.
It is that modern 911 diagnosis increasingly combines:
- Combustion engine
- Turbocharging
- Electrical systems
- Thermal management
- Software
into one integrated powertrain.
Porsche 911 Maintenance
911 maintenance depends strongly on:
- Generation
- Engine
- Transmission
- Mileage
- Age
- Usage
Depending on the car, maintenance may include:
- Engine oil and filter
- Brake fluid
- Spark plugs
- Engine air filter
- Cabin filter
- PDK service
- Manual transmission fluid
- AWD/drivetrain service
- Belt inspection
- Cooling-system inspection
We determine maintenance needs from the actual Porsche rather than applying one generic schedule to every 911.
Porsche 911 Oil Service
An oil service also gives us an opportunity to inspect for:
- Oil leaks
- Coolant leaks
- Metal or debris
- Tire wear
- Suspension concerns
- Brake wear
On certain older engines, inspecting the oil filter can provide useful evidence about internal engine condition.
Oil service can therefore be part of a broader condition-monitoring strategy.
Porsche 911 Oil Leaks
Possible leak sources vary substantially by generation.
Depending on engine, potential sources may include:
- Cam/valve-cover areas
- Oil pans
- Oil cooler or filter housings
- Rear main seal
- IMS flange on applicable engines
- Turbo oil plumbing
- Other engine sealing surfaces
Our rule remains:
Find where the oil starts—not just where it ends up.
Porsche 911 Rear Main Seal
Rear-main-seal concerns are especially associated with M96/M97-era cars.
Oil near the engine/transmission interface may come from:
- RMS
- IMS flange
- Higher engine leak
- Adjacent sealing surface
Because transmission removal may be required for RMS repair, verifying the source matters before substantial disassembly begins.
Porsche 911 Cooling Systems
Since the 996 generation, the 911 has used water-cooled engines.
Because the engine remains in the rear while major heat exchangers are toward the front, coolant travels through long circuits.
Possible cooling-system concerns can involve:
- Water pump
- Thermostat
- Front radiators
- Coolant tank
- Long pipes
- Cooling fans
- Turbo cooling
depending on generation.
Correct filling and bleeding matter after repairs.
Porsche 911 Water Pump Problems
Water-pump issues can include:
- External leakage
- Bearing failure
- Impeller problems
- Reduced circulation
But a coolant warning does not automatically prove a pump has failed.
Possible alternatives include:
- Thermostat
- Radiator
- Hose/pipe
- Reservoir
- Fan/control problem
We diagnose the system rather than replacing the most famous component.
Porsche 911 Radiators
Front-mounted radiators can accumulate:
- Leaves
- Road debris
- Dirt
around their air passages.
This can reduce:
- Airflow
- Cooling efficiency
and can trap moisture near cooling components.
Periodic inspection can be worthwhile, especially on cars driven regularly rather than kept as occasional fair-weather vehicles.
Porsche 911 Direct Injection
Later-generation 911 engines use direct fuel injection.
Fuel-system diagnosis can involve:
- Low-pressure pump
- High-pressure pump
- Fuel rail
- Pressure sensors
- Injectors
A low rail-pressure fault does not automatically mean the high-pressure pump is defective.
We compare:
requested pressure vs. actual pressure
and determine why the system cannot meet its target.
Porsche 911 Turbo & Boost Diagnosis
Turbocharged 911 models can develop faults involving:
- Charge-air leaks
- Wastegates
- Actuators
- Boost sensors
- Intercoolers
- Turbocharger hardware
A low-boost fault means the engine did not receive the pressure it expected.
It does not automatically mean:
replace the turbocharger.
Carrera Turbocharging
Modern Carrera engines use turbocharging even though the model is not called:
911 Turbo.
That means normal Carrera diagnosis increasingly includes:
- Wastegate behavior
- Charge-air leaks
- Boost control
- Turbo oil/coolant systems
The Turbo/Turbo S remains a separate higher-performance family with different hardware and calibration.
Porsche 911 Misfire Diagnosis
A misfire can involve:
- Spark plug
- Ignition coil
- Injector
- Fuel pressure
- Intake leak
- AOS/PCV
- Timing
- Mechanical engine condition
Knowing which cylinder misfires is helpful.
The next question remains:
Why?
Porsche 911 AOS / PCV Problems
Crankcase ventilation can contribute to:
- Smoke
- Rough idle
- Oil consumption
- Lean faults
- Misfires
- Abnormal crankcase vacuum
The exact normal vacuum and system architecture depend on engine generation.
We measure according to the actual engine rather than using one number for every 911.
Porsche 911 PDK Diagnosis
PDK may produce complaints such as:
- Harsh shifting
- Delayed engagement
- Shudder
- Warning messages
- Limp mode
Possible causes include:
- Clutches
- Hydraulic/mechatronic controls
- Sensors
- Adaptations
- Software
- Internal mechanical faults
The useful diagnostic question is:
Electronic, hydraulic, clutch-related, software-related, or mechanical?
Porsche 911 Manual Transmission
The manual gearbox remains central to 911 history, and manual options continue in portions of the current lineup.
Possible concerns include:
- Clutch wear
- Difficult shifting
- Hydraulic clutch problems
- Linkage
- Transmission noise
- Internal synchro wear
A difficult shift does not automatically mean the gearbox itself needs rebuilding.
The clutch may simply not be releasing correctly.
Porsche 911 Clutch Service
Possible symptoms include:
- Slipping
- High engagement
- Chatter
- Difficult gear selection
- Noise
Depending on generation, clutch access may also create a logical opportunity to inspect nearby components such as:
- RMS
- IMS area on applicable engines
That does not mean every nearby component automatically needs replacement.
It means labor overlap can make evaluation efficient.
Porsche Carrera 4 / AWD
Carrera 4 models add front-drive hardware and Porsche Traction Management on later generations.
Possible concerns may include:
- Driveline vibration
- Front differential issues
- PTM faults
- Axle/driveshaft problems
- Tire mismatch
The exact AWD design varies significantly across 911 generations.
Porsche 911 Tires Matter
A 911 relies heavily on tire condition for:
- Steering feel
- Braking
- Traction
- Chassis balance
On Carrera 4 and Turbo AWD models, tire circumference also becomes part of the drivetrain picture.
We look at:
- Size
- Tread depth
- Pressure
- Condition
- Matching
when diagnosing handling or drivetrain complaints.
Porsche 911 PASM
PASM electronically controls damping on equipped vehicles.
Possible complaints can involve:
- Mechanical damper wear
- Electronic control
- Wiring
- Chassis sensors
A PASM warning does not automatically mean the shock absorber itself needs replacement.
And a worn damper may not always generate a warning.
Both mechanical and electronic inspection matter.
Porsche 911 Suspension Wear
Regardless of chassis technology, a 911 still uses conventional mechanical components such as:
- Control arms
- Bushings
- Ball joints
- Tie rods
- Wheel bearings
Possible symptoms include:
- Clunks
- Steering looseness
- Uneven tire wear
- Vibration
An alignment cannot repair loose suspension.
Rear-Axle Steering
Certain later-generation 911 models use rear-axle steering.
That adds another electronically controlled chassis system to consider when diagnosing:
- Steering behavior
- Chassis warnings
- Alignment-related complaints
The actual vehicle equipment needs to be identified before parts are ordered.
Porsche 911 Brakes
Depending on model, 911 brake systems may include:
- High-performance iron rotors
- PCCB ceramic brakes
- Large multi-piston calipers
- Electronic parking-brake systems
Maintenance may involve:
- Pads
- Rotors
- Brake fluid
- Wear sensors
Performance hardware deserves careful condition assessment rather than assumptions based solely on mileage.
Porsche Ceramic Brakes — PCCB
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake systems have appeared on high-performance 911 variants since the 996 era; Porsche introduced PCCB as standard equipment on the 996 GT2.
Ceramic braking systems require different:
- Inspection
- Cost considerations
- Service decisions
from ordinary iron brakes.
A ceramic rotor should not be evaluated exactly like a conventional rotor.
Porsche 911 Electrical Diagnosis
Modern 911s contain increasingly networked control systems.
Potential complaints include:
- Multiple warning lights
- Battery drains
- Module faults
- PASM warnings
- PTM warnings
- PDK faults
- Driver-assistance warnings
One shared:
- Voltage issue
- Sensor
- Power supply
- Communication fault
can sometimes affect several systems.
Porsche 911 Battery Problems
A 911 may spend:
- More time parked
- More time on a maintainer
- Less time driven daily
than an ordinary commuter car.
That makes battery condition particularly relevant.
Possible symptoms include:
- Slow crank
- Dead battery
- Multiple warnings after startup
- Electrical functions unavailable
A dead battery can be:
- The failed component
- The result of a charging problem
- The result of a parasitic drain
We distinguish among them.
Porsche 911 Turbo vs. Carrera
This distinction has become more confusing since the regular Carrera range adopted turbocharged engines.
Today:
Carrera
Can be turbocharged.
Turbo / Turbo S
Represents a distinct higher-performance model family with different powertrain and chassis hardware.
So saying:
“turbocharged 911”
does not automatically mean:
911 Turbo.
The exact badge and generation matter.
Porsche 911 GT3
The current GT3 remains a naturally aspirated, track-focused 911 even as much of the Carrera lineup uses turbocharging.
Porsche’s current 992.2 GT3 uses a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter engine and remains available in GT3 and Touring configurations.
GT models can use highly specialized:
- Engines
- Suspension
- Brakes
- Aerodynamics
and should not be treated as ordinary Carrera applications.
Porsche 911 Turbo S
The current Turbo S represents yet another technical branch of the 911 family.
The latest model combines:
- AWD
- PDK
- Twin-turbo power
- T-Hybrid technology
and Porsche describes it as its most powerful production 911 to date.
That illustrates why the phrase:
“911 repair”
covers an enormous technical range.
Used Porsche 911 Pre-Purchase Inspection
A 911 can be a wonderful used-car purchase.
It can also contain expensive systems that deserve evaluation before money changes hands.
Depending on generation, a useful inspection may include:
- Complete diagnostic scan
- Maintenance history
- Oil leaks
- Cooling system
- IMS history where applicable
- Bore-scoring inspection where appropriate
- AOS/PCV
- PDK or manual transmission
- Clutch
- AWD/PTM
- PASM
- Suspension
- Tires
- Brakes
The correct inspection depends on the exact generation.
Buying a 996
A 996 purchase may deserve particular attention to:
- Engine history
- IMS configuration/history
- Bore scoring where relevant
- AOS
- Oil leaks
- Cooling system
- Clutch/transmission
- Suspension
But the overall condition of the car matters more than simply checking one internet-famous box.
Buying a 997
For a 997, first establish:
997.1 or 997.2?
That immediately changes the engine architecture and several of the most relevant risk areas.
A 997.1 Carrera S may justify closer bore-scoring evaluation.
A 997.2 brings:
- DFI
- MA1 architecture
- PDK where equipped
into the conversation.
Buying a 991
A 991 inspection may focus more heavily on:
- PDK
- Modern engine-management systems
- PASM
- PTM where equipped
- Turbo system on 991.2
- Active mounts/chassis systems
- Electrical condition
The inspection evolves with the car.
Buying a 992
A later 992 increasingly becomes a scan-data and system-integration exercise.
Relevant areas can include:
- Turbocharging
- PDK
- Chassis electronics
- Cooling
- PTM
- Battery/electrical systems
- Hybrid systems on applicable later cars
Again:
The newer the 911 becomes, the less useful generic “common problems” lists become without knowing the exact configuration.
How We Diagnose a Porsche 911
1. Identify the Generation
996?
997?
991?
992?
2. Identify the Engine
Naturally aspirated?
Turbocharged?
Carrera?
Turbo?
GT?
Hybrid-assisted?
3. Identify the Drivetrain
- Manual
- Tiptronic
- PDK
- RWD
- Carrera 4 / PTM
4. Identify the Chassis Systems
- Conventional dampers
- PASM
- Rear-axle steering
- Other active systems
5. Understand the Complaint
When does it happen?
- Cold?
- Hot?
- Under boost?
- Turning?
- Braking?
- After sitting?
6. Scan the Vehicle
We review the relevant engine, drivetrain and chassis modules.
7. Perform Physical Testing
Depending on the concern:
- Pressure testing
- Smoke testing
- Borescope
- Electrical testing
- Vacuum measurement
- Mechanical inspection
8. Repair the Actual Failure
The generation tells us what systems exist.
Testing tells us which one failed.
Why We Don’t Diagnose a 911 From Internet Reputation
Consider three 911s:
2003 996 Carrera
IMS and M96 engine concerns may be relevant.
2010 997.2 Carrera
Different engine architecture, DFI and potentially PDK.
2018 991.2 Carrera
Turbocharging and modern boost control enter the picture.
All three say:
911 Carrera.
A generic list of “911 problems” is nearly useless without first identifying which generation is sitting in front of us.
More Than 40 Years of European Experience
A&B Import Auto has serviced European vehicles in Fort Collins since 1982.
During that time, the 911 has evolved from relatively simple mechanical sports cars into vehicles combining:
- Turbocharging
- Direct injection
- PDK
- AWD
- Adaptive suspension
- Rear-axle steering
- Hybrid technology
while preserving the same rear-engine concept that has defined the car for generations.
Understanding what changed—and what didn’t—is central to servicing them correctly.
Why Choose A&B Import Auto for Porsche 911 Service?
European Specialists Since 1982
We’ve spent more than four decades working with European vehicles.
Diagnosis Before Parts
Known Porsche failure patterns help us know where to look.
They do not replace testing.
Porsche-Capable Diagnostics
We diagnose modern:
- Engine
- PDK
- PTM
- PASM
- Electrical
- Chassis systems
using appropriate diagnostic equipment and physical testing.
Quality Parts
Depending on the repair, we use Genuine Porsche, OEM and carefully selected high-quality aftermarket components.
Open Seven Days a Week
A&B Import Auto is available weekdays and weekends.
Convenience
Depending on availability, we offer:
- Courtesy loaner vehicles
- Local shuttle service
- Vehicle pickup and delivery
5-Year / 50,000-Mile Warranty
Qualifying repairs are backed by our 5-year / 50,000-mile parts and labor warranty.
Porsche 911 Service in Fort Collins & Northern Colorado
If your Porsche 911 needs:
- Scheduled maintenance
- Oil service
- Check-engine diagnosis
- IMS evaluation
- Bore-scoring inspection
- AOS/PCV diagnosis
- Oil-leak repair
- Cooling-system repair
- Direct-injection diagnosis
- Turbo/boost diagnosis
- PDK service
- Clutch or manual-transmission work
- PTM / AWD diagnosis
- PASM or suspension repair
- Brake service
- Electrical diagnosis
- Pre-purchase inspection
A&B Import Auto can evaluate the vehicle according to its actual generation and equipment.
Our Fort Collins shop is open seven days a week and offers courtesy loaner vehicles, shuttle service, and vehicle pickup and delivery depending on availability.
Schedule Porsche 911 Service
Call A&B Import Auto at 970-221-4700 or schedule your Porsche 911 appointment online.
Frequently Asked Questions About Porsche 911 Service
What Porsche 911 generations does A&B service?
We service many modern water-cooled 911 applications including 996, 997, 991 and 992 generations. Earlier/classic vehicles may be evaluated depending on the requested work.
What is the difference between a 996, 997, 991 and 992?
They are successive 911 generations. Porsche identifies the 996 as the fifth generation, 997 sixth, 991 seventh and 992 eighth. Each introduced substantial changes in engine, transmission, chassis and electronics.
Which Porsche 911 was the first water-cooled generation?
The 996 was the first production 911 generation to use a water-cooled flat-six engine.
Do all Porsche 996 models have IMS-bearing concerns?
No. IMS-bearing relevance depends on engine architecture. Standard Carrera-family M96 engines differ from Turbo/GT Mezger-derived engines.
Are all 997 engines prone to the same problems?
No. 997.1 and 997.2 Carrera engines use significantly different architecture. This distinction changes the relevance of topics such as IMS, bore scoring, DFI and PDK.
When did Porsche introduce PDK in the 911?
The 997 generation was the first production 911 to offer Porsche’s PDK dual-clutch transmission.
When did PASM appear on the 911?
Porsche introduced PASM during the 997 generation.
Does every turbocharged Porsche 911 say “Turbo” on it?
No. Regular Carrera models transitioned to turbocharged engines with the 991.2 generation. The Turbo and Turbo S remain separate high-performance models.
Can A&B inspect a 911 for bore scoring?
Yes. Where the engine family and circumstances make bore scoring relevant, cylinder inspection and supporting tests can be incorporated into diagnosis or a pre-purchase inspection.
Does A&B work on Porsche PDK?
Yes. We diagnose and service PDK systems according to the particular transmission and concern involved.
Does A&B work on Carrera 4 AWD systems?
Yes. We diagnose Porsche Traction Management, AWD warnings, driveline vibration and related drivetrain concerns on applicable Carrera 4 models.
Does A&B service Porsche 911 Turbo models?
We service many 911 Turbo applications according to the specific work required, including maintenance, engine-management, boost, cooling, drivetrain and chassis concerns.
Does A&B service Porsche GT3 models?
We can evaluate many GT3 maintenance and repair needs according to the specific vehicle and job. GT models use specialized hardware and are approached according to their exact configuration.
What Porsche 911 models are currently sold?
As of September 2026, Porsche’s U.S. 911 lineup includes Carrera-family, Targa, Turbo S, GT3 and GT3 RS variants, with numerous drivetrain and body-style combinations.
Does Porsche still sell a manual 911?
Yes. Manual transmission options remain available in portions of the current lineup; Porsche also announced the return of a six-speed manual Carrera S configuration for North America for model year 2027.