do not press the back button…
Your Vehicle
Porsche // Cayman 987C / 981C (2005-2016) // Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Enter your VAT number here and click Verify:
Your details have been verified. VAT number registered to:
,
.
Your order will now be zero rated for VAT purposes. We reserve the right to verify these details after your order request has been made and reinstate VAT if required.
Your VAT details were not recognised or were invalid. Your VAT number must be matched to your Billing Country as specified above. This is currently specified as . You do not need to enter the country code part of your VAT number as this has already been selected in your billing address details above.
The VAT number checking service is currently offline. Please supply your VAT details within the comments or special instructions field below and we will apply a VAT discount after placing your order request.
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
Oil Level Sender
Restore accurate oil level monitoring with this OE Match
Oil Level Sender. Manufactured for precise fitment and dependable
performance, this replacement oil level sender accurately measures the oil
level within the external oil tank and transmits the information to the
dashboard oil level gauge.
Fits:
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
Diagram Ref No 2
The dry sump lubrication system used on the classic air-cooled Porsche 911 relies on an external oil tank and a dedicated oil level sender to provide the driver with an accurate indication of the engine's oil level. Over time, internal electrical components, the float mechanism and electrical contacts can deteriorate through age, heat and continual exposure to engine oil. This can result in inaccurate oil level readings or complete failure of the dashboard oil level gauge.
Replacing a worn or faulty oil level sender restores confidence in your vehicle's instrumentation, allowing you to accurately monitor the engine's oil level and maintain the correct quantity of lubricant for reliable engine operation.
Whether you're restoring a classic Porsche, repairing a faulty oil level gauge or carrying out preventative maintenance on the lubrication system, this OE Match Oil Level Sender offers a high-quality replacement solution.
What Does the Oil Level Sender Do?
The oil level sender continuously monitors the oil level inside the external oil tank and sends an electrical signal to the dashboard oil level gauge.
Its primary functions include:
- Measuring the oil level within the oil tank.
- Providing accurate information to the dashboard oil level gauge.
- Helping monitor the engine's lubrication system.
- Supporting routine oil level checks.
- Assisting with correct engine oil maintenance.
- Maintaining reliable dashboard gauge operation.
Accurate oil level monitoring is particularly important on dry sump Porsche engines, where maintaining the correct oil quantity is essential for reliable lubrication.
Why Do Oil Level Senders Fail?
Over many years of operation, the sender unit is constantly exposed to hot engine oil, vibration and temperature fluctuations.
Common causes of failure include:
- Internal electrical wear.
- Corrosion of electrical contacts.
- Float mechanism deterioration.
- Oil contamination.
- Age-related component fatigue.
- Damaged wiring connections.
- Sticking float movement.
- Internal resistance failure.
Typical symptoms include:
- Oil level gauge reading permanently empty or full.
- Fluctuating or erratic oil level readings.
- Inaccurate oil level indication.
- Intermittent gauge operation.
- Oil gauge failing to respond after servicing.
- Difficulty monitoring engine oil level.
Replacing the sender restores accurate oil level information and dependable instrument operation.
Benefits
- Restores accurate oil level readings.
- Improves confidence in engine oil monitoring.
- Helps maintain correct engine oil levels.
- Reliable electrical performance.
- Straightforward direct replacement.
- Suitable for both restored and regularly driven vehicles.
For the most accurate oil level readings, Porsche recommends checking the oil level with the engine fully warmed to operating temperature, idling on level ground, as specified in the owner's handbook. Whenever replacing the sender, it is also advisable to inspect the wiring connector and oil tank sealing gasket.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
91164154105
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche 955 Cayenne 3.2L V6 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne S 4.5L V8 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo 4.5L 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo S 4.5L 2006>>
- Porsche 957 Cayenne 3.0L Diesel 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne 3.6L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne S / GTS 4.8L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne Turbo / Turbo S 4.8L 2007-10
Fits:
Porsche 997.2 Carrera 2009-12
Porsche 997.2 Turbo 2011-13
Porsche 987.2 Boxster 2009-12
Porsche 987C.2 Cayman 2009-12
Porsche 955 Cayenne 3.2L 2004-06
Porsche 955 Cayenne S / Turbo 2003-06
Porsche 957 Cayenne 2007-10
Click picture for large parts diagram.
Diagram Ref No 20
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
94860624000
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche 955 Cayenne 3.2L V6 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne S 4.5L V8 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo 4.5L 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo S 4.5L 2006>>
- Porsche 957 Cayenne 3.0L Diesel 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne 3.6L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne S / GTS 4.8L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne Turbo / Turbo S 4.8L 2007-10
Fits:
Porsche 997.2 Carrera 2009-12
Porsche 997.2 Turbo 2011-13
Porsche 987.2 Boxster 2009-12
Porsche 987C.2 Cayman 2009-12
Porsche 955 Cayenne 3.2L 2004-06
Porsche 955 Cayenne S / Turbo 2003-06
Porsche 957 Cayenne 2007-10
Click picture for large parts diagram.
Diagram Ref No 20
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
94860624000
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers