Platform
- Porsche 997 Carrera
- M96/M97 engines
Failure Mode
- Factory press-fit coolant pipes separating from engine case
Narrative Beats
- Customer reports coolant smell, intermittent low coolant warnings
- No puddle, no consistent overheating
- Problem escalates suddenly if ignored
Diagnostics to Reference
- Pressure testing
- Valley inspection
- Known press-fit failure points
Outcome Framing
- Prevented sudden overheat
- Cooling system verified post-repair