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I'm quoted around $1600 for a new CAM + oil change + labor.

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I'm quoted around $1600 for a new CAM + oil change + labor.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

My check engine light has come on three times over the last few months each time reporting a code relating to the CAMs - I'm not overly technical so don't know the specifics. Is this a common problem on 1999 Boxsters? I'm quoted around $1600 for a new CAM + oil change + labor. Just wondering if others have had issues with their CAM.

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What the Hell do they mean when they say "CAM"? I've been working on Porsches for over thirty years and never heard anyone knowledgeable describe a problem as "CAM"............did they mean Vario Cam units, Cam position sensors, camshafts, or what? Got any code readouts?

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Sorry, to clarify, problem with the CAM shaft. I don't know what the code is.

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Many auto parts stores will read OBD-II codes for free. Write down the code(s) and post them here. -james

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It took a while to get the code. The CEL # is 174. Any insight is greatly appreciated.

POST 7Original post

If you had the specific P code it would be a little easier, but he Porsche Fault Code 174 is for camshaft adjustment on the passenger side bank (1-3).

POST 8Original post

I retract that previous statement, all 3 p codes are the same, so your cam position sensor is out, or if the car runs like a dog, your cam(s) has (have) jumped timing somehow.

POST 9Original post

Can also be a tensioner gone bad, a Vario Can unit, and/or the cam position sensor. None are particularly hard, but may require both special tooling and knowledge. Couple hours shop time at most.........

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