Porsche Spark Plug Replacement
Your Porsche’s spark plugs provide the spark needed to ignite the air-fuel mixture in the engine’s combustion chambers. Once the plugs wear out, your Porsche’s performance will decline.
So watch out for the signs of wear and get new spark plugs at your local Porsche Center.
How Often Should You Install New Spark Plugs in Your Porsche?
Porsche recommends swapping out your spark plugs every 30,000 miles or three years during your vehicle’s scheduled maintenance. Spark plugs can last longer, but you should replace them as recommended to maintain optimal engine performance.
Besides adhering to the service schedule, check for spark plug error codes during your vehicle’s routine OBD scans. If the plugs are faulty, replace them, even if the service isn’t due.
How Can You Tell You Need Spark Plug Replacement?
Your spark plugs can fail before the end of their projected lifespan. This happens due to problems like overheating, oil seeping into the combustion chamber, or carbon buildup on the plugs. So don’t just wait for 30,000 miles to elapse. If you notice the signs below, it’s time to get a new set.
Trouble Starting Your Porsche
When your spark plugs are struggling, starting your Porsche becomes an uphill battle. You might experience a cranky, jerky startup that worsens over time. This means the plugs can’t provide an adequate spark to ignite the air-fuel mixture in the combustion chambers and fire up the engine.
Engine Misfires
Is your Porsche sputtering or jerking when you press down the gas pedal? This is a classic symptom of a misfire, which occurs when one or more cylinders aren’t firing due to faulty spark plugs. Replace the plugs to restore the quick, smooth acceleration you’re used to in your Porsche.
Rough Idling
Bad plugs make your Porsche feel like it’s working too hard to keep the engine running. This becomes even more evident when the car is idling. Instead of idling smoothly, the vehicle shakes, and the RPMs fluctuate erratically. This means the engine isn’t firing consistently, possibly due to faulty spark plugs.
Poor Fuel Economy
If your vehicle’s MPGs are dropping, have your spark plugs checked. Worn-out plugs can misfire, which wastes fuel. Swap out the old plugs to restore your engine’s efficiency.
Why Should You Install OEM Spark Plugs at Your Local Porsche Center?
When replacing your spark plugs, opt for OEM ones because they are designed specifically for your model. Genuine spark plugs come with the right dimensions, which allows them to seal the combustion chamber properly. They also have the right gap size to spark the engine consistently.
OEM spark plugs are made using high-quality materials, so they last longer than aftermarket ones. They also come with Porsche’s two-year/unlimited mileage parts warranty when purchased and installed at an authorized center.
Is your Porsche acting up due to faulty spark plugs? Contact Porsche Tysons Corner in Vienna, VA to order OEM spark plugs, and our technicians will install them for you.