If you own a Porsche, you know how important it is to keep every part of the engine in good condition. But when something like a pressure accumulator failure occurs, your smooth driving will come to an end. If you want to know how this part works, why it fails, and where you should go for quality repairs, continue reading.
How the Pressure Accumulator Works In Your Porsche
In many Porsche models, there are some parts and components that are powered by hydraulic pressure, for example, the power steering and suspension systems. The pressure accumulator is an important part of these hydraulic systems. Its main job is to store hydraulic pressure so that it can be used to ensure the smooth and continuous performance of these systems.
The pressure accumulator serves the pressure system by using a piston and a gas-filled chamber to absorb and release hydraulic fluid when it is needed. When the system is under pressure, the piston compresses the gas, and energy is stored. However, when the system needs hydraulic fluid, the compressed gas pushes the piston, and the fluid comes out in order to power the different components.
What Makes The Pressure Accumulator Fail?
- Wear and Tear: The internal components such as the piston and the valve of the pressure accumulator can go through a lot of wear and tear just like any other mechanical device. Continual use can lead to the breakdown of important parts which will make the components perform less and eventually break.
- Leaks: Seals and fittings in the pressure accumulator may degrade due to heat, pressure, and hydraulic fluid exposure. These seals may go bad over time and create leaks, allowing hydraulic fluid to leak. Such a loss of fluid will cause a drop of the pressure in the system and as a result, the system will be less efficient.
- Corrosion: Exterior surfaces of the pressure accumulator can be affected by moisture, contaminants, and other environmental factors which can result in corrosion. Corrosion causes the accumulator to become more fragile and this can make the accumulator more likely to get cracked as time goes by.
- Excessive Heat: The higher the temperature in the engine bay, the more the gas inside the pressure accumulator can expand and exceed its normal limits. When the temperature in your Porsche becomes unbearable the internal parts are stressed, causing them to be worn out or even fail easily.
Why You Should Seek Professional Help
When the pressure accumulator is not functioning properly, different symptoms may be experienced, such as hard or inconsistent steering, suspension problems, strange sounds, and warning lights on the dashboard.
Sending your Porsche to a mechanic when you notice these pressure accumulator failure signs ensures that you will get a correct diagnosis and prompt repairs. Mechanics are experienced in the proper check and diagnosis of the problem and they can stop the damage from getting worse. Also, they are equipped with specific tools required for exact repairs to guarantee the safety and performance of your car.
Bring Your Porsche To Encore Motorcars For Professional Repairs
At Encore Motorcars, we are 
the preferred workshop for Porsche owners in Sarasota as our reputation for quality sales and service speaks for itself. Our dealership is a full-service one which means that your needs are covered when it comes to sales or the highest quality repairs for popular European, Asia, and Domestic automobile brands. We are well aware of the fact that the use of the latest factory-grade tools and equipment is a prerequisite if any repair and maintenance task is to be done with precision. With our experienced mechanics, you can be confident that your Porsche will maintain its performance at the highest level.
If you are in search of a place to deal with problems like pressure accumulator failure or any other faulty car part, don’t hesitate to bring your car to us. We are honored to serve the Porsche community of Bradenton, Ellenton, Nokomis, Venice, Osprey, Parrish, Lakewood Ranch, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, University Park, Sarasota, FL, and beyond. Your Porsche deserves nothing less than the best, and you will find the best at Encore Motorcars. Schedule your visit with us today!
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