Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Porsche Cayenne BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Steering Column
- 48 IN Test and assembly work on power steering - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 IN Assessment of steering gear after accident damage - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 IN Assessment of steering gear after accident damage - as of MY 2003 (Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 IN Assessment of steering column after accident damage - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 TW Tightening torques for steering - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 10 19 Removing and installing steering wheel - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 13 19 Removing and installing steering column trim - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 15 19 Removing and installing steering column - as of MY 2003 (Cayenne Turbo S, Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 15 19 Removing and installing steering column - as of MY 2003 (Cayenne S TIP, Cayenne S MAN, Cayenne Turbo)
- 48 15 19 Removing and installing steering column - as of MY 2003 (Cayenne TIP, Cayenne MAN)
- 48 29 19 Removing and installing switch for height and fore-and-aft adjustment - as of MY 2003 (All Models)
- 48 55 19 Removing and installing sealing bellows of the steering column (steering column removed) - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 69 19 Removing and installing Servotronic control module - as of MY 2003 (All Models)
- 48 79 19 Removing and installing tie rod - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 90 19 Removing and installing steering gear - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 90 19 Removing and installing steering gear - as of MY 2003 (Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 92 19 Removing and installing radiator for power steering - as of MY 2003 (All Models Except Cayenne S TIO Titan)
- 48 98 19 Removing and installing hydraulic pump (Cayenne Turbo/Cayenne S) - as of MY 2003 (Cayenne S TIP, Cayenne S MAN, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Turbo S)
- 48 98 19 Removing and installing hydraulic pump (Cayenne V6) - as of MY 2004 (Cayenne TIP, Cayenne MAN)
- 48 98 55 Replacing hydraulic pump (Cayenne V6) - as of MY 2004, until MY 2005 (Cayenne TIP, Cayenne MAN)
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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