Went to change my pads and found this broken part... what is it?

[Viper6]

See broken part in this Front Left wheel well pic of my 04 996... assume it is a suspension stroke sensor, but what does it do, and more importantly, what is the consequence of driving it un-repaired?  I wonder how the ECU uses the input if there is no electronic suspension on my car... hmmm.

The part it mounts to is plastic so it must have struck road debris I am guessing... if anyone knows the Part number so I can order a replacement many thanks in advance!

Thx!

[Hilux2400]

I have never seen one, but by any chance is it the litronic headlight actuator arm?

[Richard Hamilton]

It is the sensor for the Litronics levelling system. Sorry, I don't have the part number to hand, but they often break, and aren't expensive.

[Loren]

996-341-371-03 Support -- US MSRP $4.37 each

You will also likely need 900-380-015-01 Nut -- US MSRP $0.89 each

[Viper6]

Many thanks, mystery solved then... my 40th AE is equipped with Litronic... Reasonable part and price given Porsche reputation, I'll get it ordered at local dealer... thanks again for quick reply and the help all!

[paul_mck]

had to replace mine recently, easy to do and cheap part. check the little balljoints on the arm are moving freely, mine had seized and caused the break, so had to replace it also.

[Viper6]

Yep, they move freely... thx!

[Orient Express]

The same leveling sensor is also used in VW Golfs and other VW/Audis.  They are a good backup supplier for stuff like this.