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- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD Executive 2014-16
OE Match rear transmission cardan shaft for Long Wheelbase Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S Executive models from 2014 to 2016. This replacement driveline shaft helps transfer power through the transmission and driveline system while supporting smooth, reliable operation.
Fits:
Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S Executive - 2014 to 2016
Diagram ref no 1
The cardan shaft transfers rotational drive between drivetrain components, helping transmit engine and transmission power through the vehicle’s driveline. A correctly functioning shaft supports smooth power delivery, stable operation, and reduced drivetrain vibration.
Functions
• Replaces the rear transmission cardan shaft
• Designed for Long Wheelbase applications
• Transfers rotational drive through the drivetrain
• Helps maintain smooth and consistent power delivery
• Supports correct driveline alignment and operation
• Helps reduce vibration, knocking, or driveline shudder caused by a worn shaft
• Suitable for transmission or drivetrain repair
• OE Match replacement for Porsche Panamera driveline service
Why Replace This Part?
Cardan shafts can wear due to mileage, drivetrain load, joint wear, bearing deterioration, vibration, impact, or age. A worn or damaged shaft may cause vibration, knocking, clunking, shuddering, or noise during acceleration and deceleration.
Replacing the shaft helps restore smooth drivetrain operation and reliable power transfer.
When to Replace This Part
• Drivetrain vibration is present
• Knocking or clunking is heard during acceleration or deceleration
• Shaft joints or bearings show wear
• Excessive driveline play is detected
• Shuddering occurs under load
• Cardan shaft is bent, damaged, or worn
• Transmission or drivetrain overhaul is being carried out.
Where it fits on the car
This cardan shaft fits within the rear transmission / driveline system on Long Wheelbase Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S Executive models.
Related reference numbers
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97042103131
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- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
Genuine Porsche cardan shaft for selected Porsche 996 and 997 all-wheel-drive models, including Carrera 4, Carrera 4S and Turbo applications. This original Porsche cardan shaft, also known as a prop shaft or drive shaft, transfers torque through the drivetrain to support all-wheel-drive operation and smooth power delivery.
Fits:
Porsche 996 C4 / C4S 2002 - 2005 *G96.31 6-speed manual gearbox
Porsche 996 C4 / C4S 2002 - 2005 *A96.35 5-speed Tiptronic gearbox
Porsche 996 Turbo / S 2001 - 2005 (Z96.00)
Porsche 997.1 C4 / C4S 2006 - 2008 *G97.31 6-speed manual gearbox
Porsche 997.1 C4 / C4S 2006 - 2008 *A97.31 5-speed Tiptronic S
Porsche 997.1 Turbo 2007 - 2009
Porsche 997.2 Turbo 2010 - 2013 *PR:480 6-speed manual gearbox
Diagram ref no 8
This part is used in the all-wheel-drive drivetrain system on selected Porsche 996 and 997 models.
What This Part Does / Functions
• Transfers torque through the AWD drivetrain
• Connects drivetrain components between transmission / transfer output and front axle final drive
• Supports front axle drive operation on Carrera 4, Carrera 4S and Turbo models
• Helps maintain smooth and balanced driveline rotation
• Replaces a worn, noisy, vibrating or failed original cardan shaft
• Helps reduce drivetrain vibration, knocking or shudder
• Provides correct Genuine Porsche length, balance and joint specification
• Supports factory Porsche AWD performance and driveline refinement.
Why Replace This Part?
The cardan shaft is a high-speed rotating drivetrain component. It is exposed to torque load, vibration, road conditions, heat and continuous movement. Over time, joints, boots, flanges or balance characteristics can wear or become damaged. A worn or incorrect shaft can cause vibration, knocking, rumbling or shudder under acceleration.
Replacing it with a Genuine Porsche cardan shaft helps restore correct AWD driveline operation, smooth torque transfer and OE Porsche drivetrain quality.
Common Symptoms of a Faulty Cardan Shaft
• Driveline vibration under acceleration
• Vibration at certain road speeds
• Knocking or clunking from underneath the vehicle
• Shudder during take-up of drive
• Rumbling or bearing noise from the driveline area
• Excess play in shaft joints or flanges
• Split or damaged cardan shaft boot
• Damage after underside impact
• Fault confirmed during drivetrain inspection.
When to Replace This Part
• If vibration or knocking is traced to the cardan shaft
• If the shaft is damaged, bent or out of balance
• If joints, boots or flanges have excessive wear
• During AWD drivetrain repair or overhaul
• After underside impact or accident damage
• If the original shaft has failed inspection
• When replacing related front axle final drive, transmission or driveline components.
Where It Fits on the Car
This cardan shaft fits in the AWD drivetrain / front axle final drive system. It connects the drivetrain output to the front axle final drive, allowing the vehicle’s all-wheel-drive system to transfer torque to the front axle.
Correct installation, alignment and torque settings are essential to prevent vibration and ensure smooth drivetrain operation.
Related reference numbers
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99742102001
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 996 GT2 2001-05
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
Upgraded Cardan Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo)
Restore smooth, vibration-free power delivery with this OE
Match Upgraded Cardan Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo).
Fits:
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 996 GT2 2001-05
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
Fits to No 8 on the diagram
This direct-fit upgraded replacement eliminates the need to purchase an expensive complete propshaft assembly. Instead, simply replace the worn rear flex disc with this high-quality OE Match component, restoring the smooth driveline performance your Porsche was designed to deliver while saving hundreds over replacing the complete shaft.
Manufactured using a durable reinforced rubber body with precision-engineered steel bushings, this upgraded flex disc effectively absorbs drivetrain shock and vibration while transmitting engine torque smoothly through the AWD driveline.
What Does the Flex Disc (Guibo) Do?
The flex disc, also known as the guibo, connects the rear section of the cardan driveshaft to the drivetrain while allowing controlled flexibility during operation.
Its primary functions include:
- Transmitting engine torque from the gearbox to the driveshaft.
- Absorbing driveline shock loads. Reducing drivetrain vibration.
- Minimising transmission noise.
- Compensating for slight driveline movement.
- Protecting the transmission, differential and propshaft from excessive stress.
- Delivering smooth power transfer through the AWD system.
Without a correctly functioning flex disc, excessive vibration and driveline shock can rapidly accelerate wear of surrounding components.
Why Do Flex Discs Fail?
The flex disc operates under constant torsional load and is exposed to significant heat and drivetrain movement. Over time, the rubber element naturally deteriorates.
Common causes include:
- Age-related rubber degradation.
- Repeated torque loading.
- Heat from the transmission and exhaust system.
- Oil contamination. High mileage.
- Aggressive driving.
- Hard launches.
- General material fatigue.
Eventually the rubber develops cracks, loses flexibility and allows excessive movement within the driveline.
Symptoms of a Worn Flex Disc
A failing flex disc commonly causes:
- Clunking noises when accelerating or changing gear.
- Driveline vibration.
- Knocking during take-off.
- Excessive drivetrain movement.
- Jerky power delivery.
- Visible cracks in the rubber coupling.
- Deteriorated rubber around the metal bushes.
Replacing the flex disc before complete failure helps prevent damage to the propshaft, differential and transmission.
When Should the Flex Disc Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended whenever:
- Cracks appear in the rubber body.
- Driveline vibration develops.
- Clunking noises occur during acceleration or gear changes.
- The propshaft is removed for servicing.
- During clutch or transmission work.
- High mileage vehicles are undergoing preventative maintenance.
- Excessive movement is detected during inspection.
Replacing a worn flex disc restores smooth drivetrain operation and protects expensive AWD transmission components.
Why Choose This Upgraded OE Match Flex Disc?
Unlike replacing the complete propshaft assembly, this upgraded OE Match flex disc provides a cost-effective repair while maintaining OE fitment and performance.
Benefits include:
- Direct-fit replacement.
- Upgraded reinforced construction.
- High-strength rubber compound.
- Precision steel bushings.
- Excellent vibration isolation.
- Smooth torque transmission.
- Significant cost saving over complete driveshaft replacement.
- OE-quality fit and reliability.
Related reference numbers
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99642101000
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
Fits:
Porsche 996 C4 / C4S 1999-2005 All-Wheel Drive
Porsche 996 Turbo 2001-05
Porsche 997 C4 2006-08
Porsche 997 Turbo MKI & MKII 2007-13
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Diagram parts Ref No 9.
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99642114501
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- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
Fits:
Porsche 997.1 Carrera 4 2006-08
Porsche 997.1 Turbo 2007-09
Porsche 997.2 Turbo 2010-13
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Diagram ref no 3
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