Transmission oil cooler thermostat. Porsche 986 Boxster / 987 Boxster / 987 Cayman / 996 / 997  ›  92857457305

Transmission oil cooler thermostat
OE Match transmission oil cooler thermostat for the listed Porsche Boxster, Cayman, 996 and 997 applications. This replacement component forms part of the transmission cooling system.

Fits
For cars with Tiptronic gearbox

• Porsche 986 Boxster 1997 - 2004
• Porsche 987.1 Boxster 2005 - 2008
• Porsche 987.2 Boxster 2009 - 2012
  
  
• Porsche 987C.1 Cayman 2005 - 2008
• Porsche 987C.2 Cayman 2009 - 2012
  
  
• Porsche 996 Carrera 1998 - 2005
• Porsche 996 Turbo 2001 - 2005
  
  
• Porsche 997.1 Carrera 2005 - 2008
• Porsche 997.1 Turbo 2007 - 2009
• Porsche 997.2 Carrera 2009 - 2012
• Porsche 997.2 Turbo 2010 - 2013
  

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What This Product Does

The thermostat is a control component within the transmission cooling arrangement, helping regulate its operation rather than serving as the oil cooler itself. OE Match develops replacement parts around Porsche applications, using original references and component specifications when assessing fit and function.

Symptoms of Fault

Transmission temperature warnings, rough changes when hot, delayed engagement or fluid leakage can justify inspecting the cooling system. These signs do not establish thermostat failure: cooler restrictions, damaged lines, seals and other transmission faults may produce similar symptoms.

Why Replacement Matters

Renewal is appropriate when diagnosis identifies a defective control component. Inspect associated hoses, connections and seals during the repair, and match the replacement to the vehicle's transmission specification.

FAQs

Will flushing resolve a faulty thermostat?
Flushing may address contamination, but it does not repair a defective component or leaking connection.

Does difficult shifting confirm a cooling fault?
No. Fluid condition, transmission controls and other drivetrain components should also be assessed before replacement.