[osodog]

I took my 2016 S CPO into the shop last week (evidently I am just out of factory warranty), for a thunk noise I get when I turn sharply on an incline, such as a driveway. They indicated that they attached "suspension ears" and identified the source of the sound and replaced several subframe bolts. Unfortunately, the sound is still there. Per the SA, this noise is not covered under CPO but they ended up paying for the cost of the repair, which I appreciated. So, now that the thunking is still there, I am a bit concerned about what the cause of the sound is and what future problems I may have. Besides the noise, the car runs and drives fine. I am thinking I should reach out to Porsche NA to open a case with them to see if they will do a goodwill troubleshooting and fix for me. The senior tech that rode with me last week indicated that this was the first time he had heard this sort of a noise from a Macan. Thoughts/recommendations?

Thanks.

 

[Loki512]

I get a "thunk"-like noise from mine when turning after the hatch has been opened and closed. It only happens once and when there is frame flex like turning on an incline and no noises therafter. I think its just the hatch settling back into place.

Not sure if that helps.

 

[osodog]

Mine is pretty consistent and I can feel it under neath the car. I may take it too an Indy and have them oeek at it while I get my brake fluid changed.


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[SoCalS5]

I took my 2016 S CPO into the shop last week (evidently I am just out of factory warranty), for a thunk noise I get when I turn sharply on an incline, such as a driveway. .....the thunking is still there.....thoughts/recommendations?

I get a "thunk"-like noise from mine when turning after the hatch has been opened and closed. It only happens once and when there is frame flex like turning on an incline and no noises therafter. I think its just the hatch settling back into place.....

Try adjusting the hatch bumper stops. One or two clicks on each side is generally enough. See the following thread.....

Tailgate Rattle

 

[gfspencer]

It could be wheel hop. How big/wide are your tires? Wheel hop often happens when the weather is cold.

Wheel hop happened all the time with my Cayman. Not so much with my Macan.

 

[osodog]

I dont think its wheel hop, it happens all time of the day, slow speed, etc. Taking it to a good indy shop on Monday for a look at.

 

[snackam]

I had a similar issue with the car making a 'clunk' or 'thump' noise on inclined turns.
I will need to take a look at what Porsche did to fix it.
If I remember, it was a matter of greasing/lubing something on the front end - hood/fender area.

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[osodog]

Thanks! I’m also finding now that I can reproduce the noise while the car is stationary, but only if I’m a incline. So, not sure what that means. My Indy also looked at it and had no definite answer for me either. Ugh....


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[osodog]

I’m also finding now that I can reproduce the sound while the car is stationary and just turning the wheel sharply to the left. And sometimes I get it when coming to a quick stop.


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[osodog]

I had a similar issue with the car making a 'clunk' or 'thump' noise on inclined turns.
I will need to take a look at what Porsche did to fix it.
If I remember, it was a matter of greasing/lubing something on the front end - hood/fender area.

If I don't repond within a few days, send me a DM!

Hi there, do you happen to have that info? Oddly, the sounds do not appear when it’s cold, such as first thing in the morning. So maybe some parts just need to be grease as you mentioned.


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[drawz]

I have something like this when turning into my driveway, but it's more like a rattle or creaking sound. I've read about hood "noise eliminator" bushings and wondering if that might do the trick. Their cheap at least.
Link to parts at Suncoast: Noise Eliminator - Hood Bushings

 

[notmac1]

My 2015 has wheel hop only with 21”summer tires. this occurs when the steer wheel is turned sharply making a tight radius turn forward driving forward or backward. The tire is actually skipping on the pavement. No abnormal tire wear will occur but it sounds unnerving. I have heard there is an adjustment with the alignment of the car but never took the time to pursue it as tire wear. is perfect. Have someone drive the car holding a tight turn slowly is tire scrubs and skips you have your answer.

@osodog take the time to read the above I think you are describing wheel hop.

 

[osodog]

I dont think it’s wheel hop as it’s starting to happen when I brake and the steering is straight. I had both a Porsche dealer and an Indy look at it and neither had a conclusive diagnosis.


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[Andy804]

I dont think it’s wheel hop as it’s starting to happen when I brake and the steering is straight. I had both a Porsche dealer and an Indy look at it and neither had a conclusive diagnosis.


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Any updates? I’m also getting an annoying clunk or thunk when slowly going up or down an incline while turning. Started shortly after having Eibach springs and Bilstein B6 shocks installed. Don’t know if it’s coincidence or related and the indy shop that did the installation couldn’t identify the problem. I’m planning to have someone else look at it but probably won’t have time until a week or two later. Will report back.

 

[PeterVV]

Started shortly after having Eibach springs and Bilstein B6 shocks installed.

Sounds awfully coincidental.

 

[SoCalS5]

....I’m also getting an annoying clunk or thunk when slowly going up or down an incline while turning.....

It's possible it's related to the suspension work. Maybe a spring not seated correctly.

Can you get it to repeat reliably? If so, you might try it with your rear hatch slightly open. If it doesn't thunk with the hatch open, you may need to adjust the hatch stops. See the following thread if you haven't already....

Tailgate Rattle

 

[Mleibrock]

I've had the same noise in the same way you described. Always when turning on an incline. It was the sway bar. Scary as **** sound as you could feel a metal thump throughout the car.