The Intermediate Shaft Bearing (IMS) transmits power from the crankshaft to the camshafts. If you are experiencing or suspect problems with the IMS, have it inspected by a qualified technician, this condition can cause serious damage to the engine.
The IMS is a serious issue. Not sure about the 911 but I think your car has the M97 engine which requires engine disassembly to service the bearing.
2006 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Convertible AWD
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Maintenance & Repair
As I understand it, the IMS bearing is a sealed bearing and it's failure is related to the failure of the bearing seal which allows motor oil to wash away the grease. If that is the case, what effe...
2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe RWD
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Maintenance & Repair
Is it possible to tell if you have a bad IMS bearing by model, year, and VIN number
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet RWD
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Maintenance & Repair
Is a ceramic bearing the way to go with replacement vs conventional and if replaced with either one, will it have to be done again ? Thank you
2004 Porsche 911
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Maintenance & Repair
I bought a 02 Porsche Carrera convertible automatic I want to know how to find out if the ims bearing was changed or not please some help it has 105k when I bought it
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
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Maintenance & Repair
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