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I would expect that 1000 miles is enough time to wear-off any surfaces issues caused by the car sitting around during the long delivery process. Since you have already tried bedding the brakes, and you have two other items which could use attention (rattle & rear washer nozzle) I'd recommend taking it to the service department for a remedy.

I'm sure the SA was well meaning based on stories he's heard, but it's best to hand the car over to the service manager or advisor. If nothing else, it starts the paper trail in your attempt to get these items properly rectified.

Hope it gets fixed on the first attempt for you.
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Thanks for the information. I will bring up the brakes again to at least have them look at it.

I already brought up the leaky nozzle and rattle. They replaced the nozzle last week and it still leaks so I am bringing it in again... They told me the rattle from underneath was "normal" which is odd because it wasn't there for the first few days of driving the car.
 

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by the way, (a bit off topic)

Here is what she looks like. I grabbed her off the lot until the one I really want comes in. This one is on springs with PASM for those wondering. SB wasn't even on my list but I do admit that it's a nicer color than I thought it would be and it looks very different depending on the lighting. My 2016 will be in carrera white though, with SD in black gloss, AS, etc...
 

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They replaced the nozzle last week and it still leaks so I am bringing it in again... They told me the rattle from underneath was "normal" which is odd because it wasn't there for the first few days of driving the car.
Hey @addicted , you'll find several other threads here with many other owners stating it took several attempts to get the washer nozzle and rattles dealt with. So be pleasant, but also firm and persistent with your service group.

The majority of the rattles seem to be from the hood, and the addition of padding and/or lubrication has been effective at stopping the noise. A common issue on this car, but not something that should be dismissed. A few owners have also had issues with rattling doors, and most of those have been corrected too....though most instances required some diligence on the part of the owner working with the service department.

As for the brakes, I'd tell them the same thing you told us......that it happens frequently enough to be embarrassing, and is taking the enjoyment out of the car for you.

If you get a follow-up survey asking how you service appointment went, and you feel your issues are not being taken seriously and getting resolved, then note your disappointment in the survey, and state why you are unhappy. Sometimes that does the trick.

PS: Thanks for sharing the pictures with the group! The car looks very nice, and your upcoming order sounds awesome!! We always appreciate seeing another combination of colors and options. All the best!
 
I've always welcomed a tiny bit of brake squeaks on my cars! If symmetrical it's a good sign everything is working well. You can hear the change as pedal pressure is applied and released and indicates the brake pistons or sliding surfaces are not sticking.


I'd only be worried if I heard squeaks with no brake pressure or excessive squeaks. As these cars are presumably undisturbed and on the first set of OEM pads by far the most likely culprit is the pad to disk surface and a good bed in procedure as suggested here might be enough to abrade or burn off the contamination?
 
Oh God, is this another defect in the workmanship of Porsche with this particular model? I've yet to order, but reading this kind of stuff really frightens me. SoCalS5 is correct. Chronic brake squealing is unacceptable. It's a defect. The only justification for brake squeal is when the pads are severely worn, but that shouldn't happen for thousands of miles of hard driving and braking.
And what continuous "defects" would those be?

Every launch or long running car will have outlier examples. Aside from the mended very early "niggles", there aren't any consistent defects on the Macan. Pretty impressive for a first MY car.

If you want to see what a defect launch looks like, check out threads on early issues of the current 5 Series (or any BMW really), or the just launched C Class/CLA/GLA (even current S Class) quality disasters. Or about any early Audi.
 
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K-A I agree with you on that, but I did have the first year Q3 in Canada here and it was absolutely perfect, mechanically and rattle/squeak/noise free. Very different car ofcourse, nowhere near the performance but easily the best bang for the buck in the crossover category. Audi did an amazing job with the engine and it felt just as quick off the line as a macan which is amazing considering the engine numbers (obviously slower to 60). Anyways, not to get too off topic but stuff like a leaky nozzle from a brand like porsche is not acceptable and should never be regardless of how many other major issues some other brand is having, it seems minor but it also shows a lack of quality control on a very basic level. Just my opinion, otherwise I love the car and brand. I hold porsche in high regard and I know many others do so I (and others) have a higher standard when it comes to stuff like this.
 
Took mine in today and did a ride along with the shop foreman. He agreed that the squeal was too much to be considered normal. He will be ordering new parts to replace the brakes under warranty at 8,700 miles. Will update once the work is done.


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Mine squealed for the first 2 weeks or so, and then it just quieted down, AND I have never done any bedding or braking hard or whatever. Just plain granny braking, and now 3 months later still good.

On the same note, I do notice less brake dust after the squealing has abated.....still a lot, but less
 
by the way, (a bit off topic)

Here is what she looks like. I grabbed her off the lot until the one I really want comes in. This one is on springs with PASM for those wondering. SB wasn't even on my list but I do admit that it's a nicer color than I thought it would be and it looks very different depending on the lighting. My 2016 will be in carrera white though, with SD in black gloss, AS, etc...
Thats a very nice exterior look!
 
:eek: I found that if you Never use the brakes, there's no squeal.
 
Darn, when they were fixing my turbo vacuum leak they should've just put in the 3.6L.
 
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The only thing I get from Porsche is mailbox full of invitation for events I have no interest whatsoever, like Porsche classic cars tour, winter tire replacement program and other useless stuff...

PCNA know how to threat the customers.
 
Porsche of the Main Line in Pennsylvania.
 
Not only did Porsche replace my rear rotors, pads and sensors to fix the brake squeal, they sent me home with a care package including a glass set, pen, mug and other associated items. #greatservice View attachment 90842


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Wow, that is great service. That type of service is what brings return customers.
Just curious, were the brakes actually sqeeling or was it more like a metal to metal sound? Mine are producing a sound like I've got not pads left. They are only 9000 km old.
Thanks.
 
WD40 :D

Edit: I'm kidding, never do that, ever.
 
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