Expert Answers about Porsche
- Is Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap Required with Thule Anti-Sway Strap
- Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap # 18050 needs to be used when using the Curt Hitch Receiver # C13136 for anything other than towing a trailer. The support is required by Curt's warranty. Which is why I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Hitch Receiver # 75940 over the Curt for your 2017 Porsche Macan. They're both rated the same and the Draw-Tite doesn't require the use of the strap.
The Thule Hitching Post Pro # TH934XTR is an example of a Thule rack that has the anti-sway...
view full answer... - Re-Wiring Furrion Camera System to Running Lights Circuit
- The best way to locate the running lights circuit wire on your trailer is to simply use a circuit tester like # PTW2979 on the wiring behind one of the tail light assemblies. When the trailer's hooked up to the vehicle and you have the running lights activated test each of the wires to see which one is carrying power.
Then it's just a matter of running the power wire from the Furrion Camera System # FOS43TASF to this wire using some butt connectors like # DW05743-5. This will make it...
view full answer... - Installation of Trailer Hitch on 2018 Porsche Macan
- There are a few installation notes regarding Curt Trailer Hitch # C13136 on a 2018 Porsche Macan. The trunk pan cover, which is underneath the car, is going to need to be removed to install the hitch. There will also be some minor fascia trimming, as you can see by the accompanying cut out of the installation instructions I added for you.
I have added a link to the installation manual for you to take a look at as well which has all of the required steps needed to install the # C13136 hitch...
view full answer... - Installing the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 on a 2016 Porsche Cayenne
- What we have found is that sometimes when installing the Prodigy P3 # 90195 on a 2005-Current Porsche Cayenne there are times when the display of the P3 may become erratic. We recommend installing a 12V normally open relay to fix this issue. You don't necessarily have to install the relay, but it will help to prevent the screen on your P3 from doing goofy things.
Unfortunately we do not yet have a video of the relay being installed, but I have attached a helpful article and some pictures...
view full answer... - Install Instruction Links for Stealth Hitches that Fit 2016 Porsche Macan S and GTS
- Yes, we do have the install instructions available for the Stealth hitch part # SH24FRT that you referenced. I attached to this page under the heading "helpful info" for you to check out. This hitch fits the 2016 Porsche Macan GTS. Since you have an S model instead you'd want the # SH84FRT which I've also attached install instructions for.
view full answer... - What Is The Advantage To Installing Bearing Buddies?
- Bearing Buddies give you a similar option to your EZ Lube axles, but they take it one step further to provide a better seal to keep water out. They move the grease hub out further to better protect your hub and bearings and then add the rubber cap that goes over the assembly so you can have the hubs completely submerged without any issues. This partially accomplished by maintaining a slight controls pressure of 3 psi with spring-loaded piston that prevents water from entering hub. Unfortunately,...
view full answer... - Location of Factory Brake Controller Wiring Harness on a 2009 Porsche Cayenne
- I am including a link to a technical bulletin from Tekonsha that shows how to install a brake controller on your 2009 Porsche Cayenne. It says 2005 to 2008 Porsche Cayenne on the technical bulletin, but I spoke with my contact at Tekonsha and he said the technical bulletin is good up to 2011 models.
The technical bulletin will show you where the connector is located under the dash. You will need to purchase the connector housing and the wire/terminal assembly from the Porsche dealer to...
view full answer... - Is Covercraft Reflec'Tect Custom-Fit Outdoor Vehicle Cover Washable
- The Covercraft Reflec'Tect Custom-Fit Outdoor Vehicle Cover - Silver # C11962RS referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 1988 Porsche 911 Coupe with the turbo/whale tail spoiler. The lightweight, woven fabric is indeed machine washable and dryable (low heat) in home units.
The cover features 2 built-in mirror pockets and 2 grommets are included to create a hole for the antenna. This will do a great job of protecting your Porsche from UV rays and all types of inclement weather.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch for a 2011 to 2016 Porsche Cayenne
- The rear fascia will have to come off of your 2011 Porsche Cayenne to install Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75950 or any of the trailer hitches for the vehicle. The hitches will also pretty much take the place of the bumper beam. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view so you can see what all is involved in the installation.
f you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4...
view full answer... - How to Install Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller in 2013 Porshe Cayenne Diesel
- The tech bulletin you mention, which I have linked for reference, pertains to Prodigy installation in the 2005 - 2008 model years of the Porsche Cayenne and the Volkswagen Touareg, and according to my contact at Tekonsha this procedure still applies in the case of your 2013 Cayenne diesel.
You will need to locally source a 12V normally open relay and make the wiring connections as described in the article. You will NOT connect the red wire from the P2 to the connector, but instead will...
view full answer... - Installing A Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver On A 2016 Porsche Macan S
- For your 2016 Porsche Macan S, I recommend the Draw-Tite Class III Receiver # 75940. This receiver will take about 2 hours to install, so you can check with a local shop for their hourly rate. If you are near Wentzville, MO we do installations and would be happy to help. I've linked a video of a similar installation for you.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Tekonsha ZCI Item # 119250KIT Installation On 2016 Porsche Cayenne
- I contacted the tech support of the manufacturer for some ideas and your are on the right track.
Your 2016 Porsche Cayenne has dedicated wires for each function and also has wires that are multi-function. To get everything to work correctly with the Tekonsha ZCI Vehicle Wiring Harness, Item # 119250KIT, you will need to find dedicated wires for each function (tail, brake, turn, etc.). Unfortunately, there are no "shortcuts" and you will have to continue the "trial and error" testing...
view full answer... - Will the Porsche PIWIS System on a 2008 Porsche Cayenne Recognize Tekonsha ZCI Wiring
- I'm guessing that your 2008 Porsche Cayenne determines there is a trailer attached through the wiring which will be specific from Porsche. While the hitch # 13220 and ZCI Wiring Harness # 119250KIT is a really great combination for your application, the ZCI is designed to basically be invisible on your car. It draws power directly from your battery and then clips onto your OEM wiring so that it can detect when the power needs to be sent.
To complete a towing setup you also need a ball...
view full answer... - Can Power Wire for 2016 Porsche Cayenne Trailer Wiring Harness be Attached to 12 Volt Outlet
- We get this question a lot so I know where you're coming from. But trailer wiring harness manufacturers design the powered converters such as # 119250KIT so that they draw 12-volt power directly from the vehicle battery for a very good reason. Doing so keeps the vehicle wiring fully isolated from the wiring of the trailer.
Short circuits in trailer wiring are very common, keeping the trailer wiring isolated from the vehicle will help prevent the wiring in your 2016 Porsche Cayenne from...
view full answer... - Tips for Installing/Connecting Prodigy RF Brake Controller to a 2014 Porsche Cayenne Hybrid
- The Prodigy RF brake controller # TK94FR installs on the trailer and the handheld unit rides with you in the cab of your Porsche Cayenne. I have included a link to the installation instructions to the right and a video showing a typical installation.
The biggest issue that customer have with the RF is getting it to pair with the handheld unit. But if you do have troubles there are some tricks that you can try to get it to work properly.
First, if you are having trouble pairing and the...
view full answer... - Trimming Required to Install Hitch on a 2010 Porsche Cayenne
- The Curt Hitch part # 13220 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit you 2010 Porsche Cayenne and does require fascia trimming. Basically the lower fascia will have to have an opening cut into it so that the hitch can stick through it like in the picture I attached.
The picture is of an Audi Q7, but the trimming is basically the same.
view full answer... - Does Fascia have to be Trimmed to Install Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch on a 2015 Porsche Cayenne
- If you look through the instructions for Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75950 for your 2015 Porsche Cayenne, which I have linked for you below, it states that fascia trimming is required on the VW Touareg (which also uses this hitch) but not on the Cayenne or the Audi Q7.
Draw-Tite does not have a stabilization strap requirement like Curt so you do not have to use one with this hitch. You can if you want, # 18050, but Draw-Tite did not make it a requirement.
view full answer... - Is Install of Draw-Tite Hitch for 2017 Porsche Macan the Same as Audi Q5
- The process for installing the Draw-Tite Hitch Receiver # 75940 on a 2017 Porsche Macan is virtually the same as on an Audi Q5. The instructions, which are linked, list the steps which are identical. The difference is going to be the fascia trimming that is necessary. The instructions do address this separately showing pictures of the area that needs to be trimmed on a Porsche as well as an Audi.
The video we have, that I've also linked for you, is the hitch being installed on a 2016...
view full answer... - Install Instructions for Draw Tite Hitch for 2012 Porsche Cayenne
- We don't have an install video yet for the Draw Tite hitch part # 75950 but I attached a link to a set of detailed instructions down below for you to check out that will walk you through the entire install process.
view full answer... - Installing SH37FR Stealth Hitch on 2019 Porsche Cayenne
- When installing the # SH37FR on a 2019 Porsche Cayenne, there will be enough slack in the wiring harness mentioned in step # 14 of the instructions so that the hitch can be slid into place. The procedure for removing the hatch/trunk release cable from the clips that hold it is simple, all you'll need to do is gently tug on the cable at each clip and it'll come free. The portion of the fascia where the clips are is trimmed away, so you'll use the six provided mounting bases to reattach the...
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