What Does PSM Failure Message In A Porsche Mean Ways to Get Over it
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The appearance of PSM-related messages on the dash of your Porsche should never be overlooked. Thats why if you are seeing messages like- "PSM failure Consult a workshop" and "PSM in diagnosis"; call your car mechanic right away.
What Does PSM Failure Message In A Porsche Mean Ways to Get Over it
- 1. What Does PSM Failure Message In A Porsche Mean? Ways to Get Over it
- 2. Got a PSM failure message on the dash of your Porsche?
- 3. Well, it can appear for any number of reasons and doesnt always mean trouble.
- 4. You may get a "PSM failure" message soon after a battery replacement.
- 5. The message usually goes away on its own.
- 6. However, if the message doesnt disappear it is a thing to be concerned about.
- 7. Below we have highlighted some of the reasons why the "PSM failure" message may appear on the dash of your Porsche.
- 8. But, before going any further, lets discuss what PSM is and what it does.
- 9. PSM- Why Does Your Porsche Need It?
- 10. PSM stands for Porsche Stability Management system.
- 11. It does what its name implies. It simply stabilizes your Porsche.
- 12. It ensures that your Porsche is not slipping sideways when taking a sudden turn.
- 13. It also prevents your vehicle from losing traction when driving on a slippery road.
- 14. And, if it malfunctions, a "PSM failure" message will appear.
- 15. What Causes "PSM failure" Message To Appear?
- 16. ABS is not working
- 17. To keep the vehicle stable, PSM takes the help of anti- lock braking system.
- 18. So, obviously, if the ABS stops working, the message PSM failure will appear soon.
- 19. Throttle position sensor or TPS is faulty
- 20. To keep your car stable, PSM regulates the engine operation.
- 21. And, to do so, it takes the help of the TPS.
- 22. TPS failure will interfere with the PSM's ability to perform its job - leading to a "PSM failure" message.
- 23. Battery is dying
- 24. The battery, if dying, can cause all sorts of drivability problems.
- 25. And, yes it may prompt your Porsche to display a "PSM failure" message.
- 26. MAF sensor is defective
- 27. This may sound a bit unusual, but a faulty MAF sensor can cause a "PSM failure" message to appear.
- 28. So, How Can You Get Rid Of This Message?
- 29. The answer is simple Just find out and fix the culprit, the light will go away on its own.
- 30. Final Thoughts
- 31. The appearance of a "PSM failure" message is a big threat to your safety.
- 32. Thats why the reason behind the appearance of this message must be identified and repaired.
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