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How to fix Porsche Boxster IMS bearing failure?
Years 1996-2004

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In this guide, let's see the cause of IMS bearing failure and how to solve the malfunction of the first series Porsche Boxster; in particular, this bearing breaks due to the high stresses of the engine, which, contrary to popular belief, occur more when the car is used at too low an rpm (because the oil is unable to get under pressure, not performing hence its normal component lubrication). We then replace that bearing to fix the problem!
Posted on: 3 December 2022 by ScegliAuto

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