Porsche
Electromagnetic Noise from Contactor or Transformer
Porsche EV home charger makes a loud humming or buzzing noise during charging.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Loose main contactor mounting or laminations, Overloaded or vibrating internal power supply transformer, Resonance in wallbox housing due to mounting, Slightly loose power terminals causing vibration
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before touching the unit or opening the cover.
- Check mounting: Ensure the Porsche wallbox is firmly mounted to a solid wall. Tighten mounting screws if the housing vibrates when touched.
- Listen for source: Carefully identify whether the noise comes from the contactor area or another component. A brief click at start is normal; continuous loud buzzing is not.
- Technician internal check: A technician should inspect the main contactor for loose mounting screws, tighten them, and check for signs of wear. They should also verify that all power terminals are properly torqued.
- Replace noisy component: If the contactor or transformer continues to buzz excessively despite secure mounting, replace the affected component with a Porsche-approved part.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Main power contactor or internal transformer
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