Timing Chain. Porsche 987.2 / 981 / 982 Boxster / Cayman / 997.2 / 991.1 / 991.2 2009>>

• Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-2012
• Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-2012
• Porsche Boxster 981 2.7L 2012-16
• Porsche Boxster 981 S / GTS 3.4L 2012-16
• Porsche Boxster 981 Spyder 3.8L 2016
• Porsche Boxster 718 2.0L Manual (300 Bhp)
• Porsche Boxster 718 2.0L PDK (300 Bhp)
• Porsche Boxster S 718 2.5L Manual (350 Bhp)
• Porsche Boxster S 718 2.5L PDK (350 Bhp)
• Porsche Boxster T 718 2.0L Manual (300 Bhp)
• Porsche Boxster T 718 2.0L PDK (300 Bhp)
• Porsche Boxster GTS 718 2.5L Manual (365 Bhp)
• Porsche Boxster GTS 718 2.5L PDK (365 Bhp)
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
• Porsche 997 MKII GT2 RS 2011-13
• Porsche 991.1 Carrera C2 3.4L (350Bhp) 2012-16
• Porsche 991.1 Carrera C2S 3.8L (400Bhp) 2012-16
• Porsche 991.1 Carrera C4 3.4L (350Bhp) 2012-16
• Porsche 991.1 Carrera C4S 3.8L (400Bhp) 2012-16
• Porsche 991.1 Turbo 3.8L (520bhp) 2014-16
• Porsche 991.1 Turbo S 3.8L (560Bhp) 2014-16
• Porsche 991.1 R 4.0L (500 Bhp) 2016
• Porsche 991.1 GT3 3.8L (475Bhp) 2014-16
• Porsche 991.1 GT3 RS 4.0L (500Bhp) 2015-16
• Porsche 991.2 Carrera 2 3.0L (370 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Carrera 2S 3.0L (420 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Carrera 4 3.0L (370 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Carrera 4S 3.0L (420 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Cabriolet 2 3.0L (370 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Cabriolet 2S 3.0L (420 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Cabriolet 4 3.0L (370 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Cabriolet 4S 3.0L (420 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Targa 4 3.0L (370 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Targa 4S 3.0L (420 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Turbo Coupe 3.8L (540 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Turbo S Coupe 3.8L (580 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Turbo Cabriolet 3.8L (540 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Turbo S Cabriolet 3.8L (580 Bhp) 2016-19
• Porsche 991.2 Speedster 4.0L (510Bhp) 2019
• Porsche 991.2 GT3 4.0L (500 Bhp) / GT3 RS 4.0L (520 Bhp) 2017-19
• Porsche 991.2 GT2 RS 3.8L PDK (700 bhp) 2018-19
• Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
• Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
• Porsche Cayman 2.7L 981 2013-16
• Porsche Cayman S / GTS 3.4L 981 2013-16
• Porsche Cayman GT4 3.8L 2015-16
• Porsche Cayman 718 2.0L Manual (300Bhp)
• Porsche Cayman 718 2.0L PDK (300Bhp)
• Porsche Cayman S 718 2.5L Manual (350Bhp)
• Porsche Cayman S 718 2.5L PDK (350Bhp)
• Porsche Cayman T 718 2.0L Manual (300Bhp)
• Porsche Cayman T 718 2.0L PDK (300 Bhp)
• Porsche Cayman GTS 718 2.5L Manual (365 Bhp)
• Porsche Cayman GTS 718 2.5L PDK (365 Bhp)  

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What This Product Does:

• The timing chain synchronises the crankshaft with other components — here especially linking to the oil pump / cam drive path — so that the engine’s valves operate at the correct times relative to piston movement.
• Over time, chains can stretch, guides may wear, tensioners may degrade — all of which will allow slack in the drive, noise, timing drift or even failure.
• Essentially, this chain is a critical link in the engine’s timing system — it must stay within spec to ensure the engine runs as designed.

• Rattling or clattering noise from the engine’s timing‐cover area, especially on cold start, idle or at low revs. Slack chain often causes this.
  
• Timing-related fault codes — cam/ crank correlation errors, or variable valve timing issues that could stem from chain/tensioning irregularity.
  
• Loss of engine performance, rough running, mis-fires, or inconsistent response — because timing drift can affect the engine’s breathing and ignition.
  
• High mileage or long service interval without chain replacement — wear accumulates even if symptoms are subtle.
  
• Visual inspection (where possible) may show wear or elongation in chain links, damaged guides or tensioner issues.

• Engine protection: A failed or excessively worn timing chain can cause piston-valve contact, or major internal engine damage. Replacing the chain significantly reduces that risk.
  
• Maintains timing accuracy: A new chain ensures correct timing events — vital for power delivery, engine smoothness, efficiency and longevity.
  
• Noise & NVH improvement: Slack or worn chain components often produce unwanted noise and degrade refinement — renewed parts improve comfort.
  
• Cost-efficiency: Since accessing the chain involves significant labour (front engine cover, oil pump, possibly other removal), replacing the chain while you’re already in saves repeated work.