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AF01 - Replacing Lower Suspension Arms for Front Axle (Recall Campaign)

Revisions:

Revision 1:
February 10, 2015 - This revision amends the "Tools" section of AF01. Specifically, Tool VAS6828 is now
followed by an parenthesized reference as follows:
VAS6828 (PNA 932 301 200)
Revision 2:
March 18, 2015 - This revision amends Attachment “B” Information section concerning invoicing and
damage codes, and, includes a PQIS job line screen shot.

Model Year:

2015

Vehicle Type:

918 Spyder

Concerns:

Lower suspension arms for front axle

Information:

The front axle of the Porsche 918 Spyder was fitted with lower suspension arms from a batch
whose durability cannot be guaranteed due to a manufacturing error.
The affected components can start to crack, causing the component to break and as a result, vehicle
handling can be impaired.

Action
Required:

Replace lower suspension arms for front axle.

Service Level:
Information
This campaign must be carried out by a Service Level 2 Porsche Dealer.
Service Level 0 or 1 Dealers are NOT authorized to carry out this campaign. In accordance with the
service concept for the 918 Spyder, the vehicle must be transferred to a Service Level 2 Dealer in order
to carry out this recall. If the vehicle should require transport from your dealership to a Level 2 Dealer and
transportation has not previously been arranged by the 918 Client Relationship Team, you should contact
Roadside Assistance at 1-844-918-SPYD (7793) to facilitate the transfer. Instructions for claiming
the appropriate transport costs are outlined in Attachment B. Further information can be found under
Attachment “B” at the end of this document.
The vehicle must be checked for defects and damage each time it is handed over, transferred or
delivered. Confirmation that the vehicle is in good condition or details of any damage to the vehicle must
be documented and archived for feedback purpose.

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Affected
Vehicles:

The VIN(s) can be checked by using PIWIS Vehicle Information link to verify if the campaign affects the
vehicle. This campaign is scope specific to the VIN! Failure to verify in PIWIS may result in an improper
repair. This campaign affects 44 vehicles in North America.

Parts Info:

NOTE: PARTS WILL NOT BE AUTOMATICALLY ALLOCATED TO YOUR DEALERSHIP. ALL PARTS
MUST BE ORDERED VIA A PTEC/PAV.
Part No.

Designation

Qty.

918.341.053.01

 Lower suspension arm for front axle

2 ea.

The following parts are also required for each vehicle:
•

Vehicles with Racetrack (Weissach) package (I-no. 808):
Part No.

Designation
– Use

Qty.

000.043.209.95

 Set of fastening parts for Racetrack (Weissach)
package
– Lower suspension arm for front axle

2 ea.

Contains:

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999.311.502.02

Fit bolt, M12 x 1.5
– Lower suspension arm to auxiliary
support

2 ea.

999.311.604.02

Fit bolt, M10 x 1.5 x 81
- Tie rod to wheel carrier

1 ea.

999.311.606.02

Fit bolt, M10 x 1.5 x 72
– Spring strut to lower suspension arm

1 ea.

999.311.602.02

Fit bolt, M10 x 1.5 x 65
– Upper suspension arm to wheel carrier

1 ea.

999.073.572.01

Lens-head screw, M6 x 8
– Brake disc to wheel hub

2 ea.

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999.084.655.01

Hexagon nut, M12 x 1.5
– Lower suspension arm to wheel carrier

1 ea.

999.084.656.01

Hexagon nut, M10
– Upper suspension arm to wheel carrier
– Tie rod to wheel carrier
– Connecting link to wheel carrier
– Brake caliper to wheel carrier
– Spring strut to lower suspension arm

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or
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Vehicles without Racetrack (Weissach) package:
Part No.

Designation
– Use

Qty.

000.043.209.94

 Set of fastening parts
– Lower suspension arm for front axle

2 ea.

Contains:
999.311.502.01

Fit bolt, M12 x 1.5
– Lower suspension arm to auxiliary
support

2 ea.

999.311.604.01

Fit bolt, M10 x 1.5 x 81
- Tie rod to wheel carrier

1 ea.

999.311.606.01

Fit bolt, M10 x 1.5 x 72
– Spring strut to lower suspension arm

1 ea.

999.311.602.01

Fit bolt, M10 x 1.5 x 65
– Upper suspension arm to wheel carrier

1 ea.

999.073.572.01

Lens-head screw, M6 x 8
– Brake disc to wheel hub

2 ea.

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Materials:

Tools:

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999.084.655.01

Hexagon nut, M12 x 1.5
– Lower suspension arm to wheel carrier

1 ea.

999.084.656.01

Hexagon nut, M10
– Upper suspension arm to wheel carrier
– Tie rod to wheel carrier
– Connecting link to wheel carrier
– Brake caliper to wheel carrier
– Spring strut to lower suspension arm

6 ea.

Part No.

Designation
– Use

Qty.

000.043.302.72

 Protective wax Pfinder AP14/4
– Threaded joint securing suspension arm to wheel
carrier

100g tube
As much as
required

000.043.300.35

 McLube Sailkote High Performance Dry Lube
– Central wheel lock
Also commercially available at marine supply stores.

428g spray can
As much as
required

000.043.981.00

 Autol Top 2000 grease
– Conical area of suspension arm to wheel carrier

25 ml tube
As much as
required

9002 - Lifting platform holders
9453 - (or similar) Access ramps
9003 - Socket wrench for central wheel lock
9004 - Socket wrench for central wheel lock cover
Torque wrench, 150 – 800 Nm (111 – 592 ftlb.), e.g. V.A.G. 1601 - Torque wrench 150-800 Nm
(111-592 ftlb.)
9768 - (or similar) Electronic torque wrench, 2 - 100 Nm (1.5 - 74 ftlb.)
VAS 6828 - (PNA 932 301 200) Central fastener with precision aluminum spoiler adapter
Steering wheel level, e.g. VAS 6826- Steering wheel alignment gauge or similar
9647 - Hook wrench
Suitable engine jack, e.g. VAS 6931 - Transmission and engine jack
9818 - PIWIS Tester II

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Installation
Position:

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Overview of lower suspension arms for front axle
– Lower suspension arms for front axle

Work
Procedure:

See Attachment “A”.

Claim
Submission:

See Attachment “B”.

Attachment "A": Work Procedure

Preliminary Work
Information
The precision and calibration of the wheel alignment equipment to be used on this campaign must have
been verified within the prior 365 days.
Given the narrow tolerances of the wheel alignment values and the variability of wheel alignment systems
used at dealerships, the original factory wheel alignment values must be verified and recorded before
carrying out the campaign. A printed copy must be attached to the PQIS Job!

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Due to the large number of threaded joints on the chassis to be loosened as part of this campaign, the
wheel alignment values must be verified and recorded again after replacing the lower suspension arms
for the front axle. A printed copy must be attached to the PQIS Job!
The before and after wheel alignment values must then be compared and adjustments made as
necessary to restore the original factory values. This ensures optimal adjustment of the wheel alignment
positions after replacing the suspension arms. A printed copy must be attached to the PQIS Job!
If, however, the individual wheel alignment values are not within the prescribed adjustment
tolerances  Workshop Manual '4X00IN Adjustment values for suspension alignment' as a result
of bumping into curbs, for example, the relevant wheel alignment positions must be set to the wheel
alignment values specified in the Workshop Manual after replacing the suspension.
Procedure:

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Move the vehicle onto the wheel alignment platform then measure and record the vehicle heights,
camber and alignment values for the front axle per  Workshop Manual '449503 Suspension
alignment, complete'.
A visual check for damage must also be performed on all relevant chassis components related to
this campaign.

2

Raise the vehicle on a lifting platform  Workshop Manual '4X00IN Lifting the vehicle'.
2.1

Position the vehicle between the arms of the lifting platform and push it onto the 9453 (or