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The 2012 Porsche Cayenne requires SAE 5w-30 full synthetic oil with a capacity of 9 quarts. Keeping your engine's internal parts cool and lubricated, oil prevents wear and damage by preventing moving parts from grinding against each other. The cost of an oil change for your Cayenne ranges from $50 to $70 for labor and $280 to $290 for parts. It is recommended to get an oil change every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Signs while driving that signal a need for an oil change include engine noise, ticking engine, transmission shifting problems, shaking while idling, and reduced fuel efficiency. External indicators that it is time for an oil change include smoke from the exhaust and oil leaks where you park.
In the 2012 owners manual, it states that the Cayenne Base can hold 7.29 quarts (6.9 liters) of oil, while the Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo can hold 10.04 quarts (9.5 liters) each. You can find this information in the filling capacities section on page 321.
The 2012 Porsche Cayenne has the capacity to accommodate up to nine quarts of motor oil in its engine.