Tips for maintaining your Porsche Boxster gearbox

With a similar displacement, the engine of the Porsche Boxster Type 981, released in 2012, offers 315 hp. Last but not least, the Porsche 718 Boxster, with its displacement of 3,996 cm3 and its 420 horsepower.

Progressive increases in displacement and power have prompted the German manufacturer to gradually upgrade the Porsche Boxster's gearboxes. Porsche Boxster gearboxes. This is what EDEN BOITESyour gearbox specialist in France.

Which gearboxes for the Porsche Boxster?

In the early years of the series, Porsche Boxster engines were combined with either 5- or 6-speed manual gearboxesor 5-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmissions. This automatic gearbox with hydraulic converter also allows the driver to opt for a manual mode, using a standard gearshift lever or steering-wheel-mounted paddles.

From 2009, the Porsche Boxster is available with a PDK PDK robotized gearbox robotized gearbox. This dual-clutch gearbox technology. Like the Tiptronic automatic gearbox, it also offers a choice between manual and automatic modes. It is also renowned for its fast gearshifts. The PDK robotized gearbox is fitted in particular on the Porsche 718 Boxster I (982) 2.0.

At the same time, the Porsche Boxster remains available with a G87 manual gearbox or a G81 manual gearbox.

Maintaining the Porsche Boxster gearbox

Whether manual, robotized or automatic, your Porsche Boxster gearbox needs transmission fluid to work properly. A regular check of the fluid level is essential.

Similarly, a oil change to replace clogged gearbox oil. This may be accompanied by replacing the transmission filter.

You should also avoid aggressive driving and gearbox overheating. Make sure you shift smoothly and use the appropriate use the modes available on the automatic available on your automatic or robotized gearbox.

Find out more about specific diagnostic tools to check error codes. If you have a Tiptronic S automatic gearbox, you should also keep up to date with management software updates.

If in doubt, have the gearbox of your Porsche Boxster serviced by a competent qualified garage. He'll check the general condition of your manual, robotized or automatic gearbox, and replace worn parts before a malfunction occurs.

What should I do if my Porsche Boxster gearbox malfunctions?

There are a number of signs that should alert you to a possible gearbox malfunction :

• from noises noises;
• of chaotic or difficult gear shifts ;
• a smell of burning in the cabin;
• a that doesn't fit ;
• a skating sensation.

These malfunctions can have two potential causes :

• a lack of transmission fluid ;
• a wear of one or more internal parts.

It is therefore necessary to check the gearbox oil level. If it drops steadily, check that your automatic, robotized or manual gearbox is not suffering from a leak.

In all cases, repairs involve removing the gearbox. To do this, you'll need to get underneath your Porsche Boxster to gain adequate access. Unplug the gearboxthen remove the bolts. Finally, take a close look at the seals and the components. Replace the faulty part, reattach the gearbox to the overall mechanism and reconnect it.

The Porsche Boxster gearbox repair complex, it is advisable to have it should be carried out by a garage. This ensures a reliable, durable and safe repair.

Replacing the Porsche Boxster gearbox with EDEN BOITES

If your gearbox can't be repaired, or if repairing it seems too expensive, you can opt for a replacing the gearbox on your Porsche Boxster.

Thanks to its standard exchange gearboxes, EDEN BOITES you benefit from a number of advantages, including trade-in of your old gearbox and our 12-month warranty.

Experts in reconditioned gearboxeswe have a wide range of Porsche gearboxes restored and tested by our specialists. Check your vehicle reference number, then visit our website to find the gearbox for your Porsche Boxster !