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Porsche 993 Service & Maintenance
The 993 represents the pinnacle of air-cooled 911 development—the most refined, most reliable, and most sought-after of the breed. As the last air-cooled 911, it commands special attention from technicians who understand both its greatness and its specific maintenance requirements.
Gold Meister Certified · PIWIS Factory Diagnostics · Stratford, CT
Our 993 Expertise
- All 993 variants: Carrera, Carrera S, Carrera 4S
- 993 Turbo and GT2 specialists
- Targa and Cabriolet expertise
- VarioRam intake system service
- Dual-row chain tensioner upgrades
993 Services We Provide
Oil Service
Air-cooled specific oil with proper viscosity. Includes valve cover inspection and thermal check.
Chain Tensioner Upgrade
Critical dual-row chain tensioner replacement to prevent catastrophic timing failure.
VarioRam Service
Intake manifold inspection and VarioRam actuator service for proper power delivery.
Suspension Refresh
M030 sport suspension service, Bilstein shock replacement, and alignment.
Brake Service
Big Red caliper service on Turbo/4S. Standard brake service with high-performance compounds.
Common 993 Issues & Solutions
Every model has its common issues. Here's what we see and how we address them.
Chain Tensioner Failure
Upgrade to dual-row tensioners. Single greatest reliability improvement for any 993.
Oil Leaks
Case reseal addressing common leak points. Oil return tubes and chain tensioner gaskets.
Heater Blower Motor
Blower motor replacement. Common failure requiring dashboard removal.
Window Regulator Failure
Cable-style regulator rebuild or replacement. Common on all 993 variants.
993 Service Intervals
Factory-recommended maintenance schedule to keep your 993 performing at its best.
Every 3,000-5,000 miles
- Oil and filter change
- Visual inspection
- Valve cover gasket check
- Cooling system inspection
Every 15,000 miles
- Spark plugs
- Air filter
- Fuel filter
- Brake fluid flush
Every 30,000 miles
- Transmission fluid
- Differential fluid
- Chain tensioner inspection
- Complete suspension evaluation
Why Your 993 Needs a Specialist
The 993 occupies a special place—modern enough for reliable daily driving, yet pure enough to represent air-cooled perfection. Values have risen dramatically, making proper maintenance essential for both enjoyment and investment protection. Our technicians understand what makes the 993 special and maintain them accordingly.
Ready to Schedule Your 993 Service?
Contact us today to schedule your appointment. Our Gold Meister certified technicians are ready to provide factory-level care for your Porsche 993.