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Porsche Boxster 2006, Owner'S Manual

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service

Installing the battery

1. Insert battery and push it all the way to the 

stop.

2. Tighten fastening screw 

B

.

3. Important: connect the positive cable first and 

then the negative cable – risk of short circuit!

4. Push on vent hose 

C

.

5. Fit plastic lid.

Lock turn-locks 

A

.

Summary of Contents for Boxster 2006

Page 1: ...Porsche crest Boxster PCCB Tiptronic and Tequipment are registered trade marks and the distinctive shapes of Porsche auto mobiles are trademarks of Dr Ing h c F Porsche AG All rights reserved Printed...

Page 2: ...America Inc Porsche Cars N A If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety pro blem exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy cam...

Page 3: ...driving in your Porsche Important For your own protection and longer service life of your car please follow all operating instructions and special warnings These special warnings use the safety alert...

Page 4: ...thanol or ether such as MTBE Under normal conditions the amount of these compounds in the fuel will not affect driveability You may use oxygenated fuels in your Porsche provided the octane requirement...

Page 5: ...only for Porsche approved tires For replacement tires it is imperative that you consult the Technical Data and Tires Wheels sections of this manual and follow the recommendations found there 17 inch...

Page 6: ...emi cals known to the State of California to cause can cer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain...

Page 7: ...following precautionary measures Identification of all materials Use of recyclable materials Reusable components designed for simple removal These reasons result in a further increase in the recycling...

Page 8: ...em telephone or other equip ment when driving This could distract you from the traffic and cause you to lose control of the vehicle resul ting in serious personal injury or death f Operate the equipme...

Page 9: ...Controls Instruments 11 160 Shifting Gear 161 168 Mobile Roofs 169 182 Maintenance Car Care 183 218 Practical Tips Emergency Service 219 275 Vehicle Identification Technical Data 277 291 Index 292 29...

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Page 11: ...icator light 82 Instrument Illumination 82 Trip Odometer 83 Speedometer 84 Changing over between Miles Kilometers 84 Tachometer 85 Turn Signal Indicator Light 85 High Beam 85 Cooling System 86 Tiptron...

Page 12: ...Make it a habit to have engine oil checked with every fuel filling f Check all fluid levels such as windshield was her and brake fluid levels f Be sure the vehicle battery is well charged and cranks t...

Page 13: ...ns f Reduce speed at night and during inclement weather Driving in wet weather requires caution and re duced speeds particularly on roads with stan ding water as the handling characteristics of the ve...

Page 14: ...rts driving schools etc during the first 2 000 miles 3 000 kilometers There may be a slight stiffness in the steering gear shifting or other controls during the break in period which will gradually di...

Page 15: ...ever for on board computer 8 For vehicles with Tiptronic Toggle switches for Tiptronic 9 Horn 10 Emergency flasher switch central locking switch 11 Switches for rear spoiler Porsche Activ Suspension M...

Page 16: ...If the engine is left running they may accidentally engage the shift lever f Always remove the ignition key f Always set the parking brake f Lock the doors with the key or with the remote control Warn...

Page 17: ...orized Porsche dealer All the remaining car keys are required for this pur pose Disabling the code ensures that the car can be started only using authorized keys Note f Please note that the other lock...

Page 18: ...Note Your authorized Porsche dealer can program further types of unlocking Type 1 The relocking time of the doors can be adjusted to suit your individual requirements 4 120 se conds Type 2 The doors...

Page 19: ...with the remote control Any person remaining in the locked car can open the door with the inner door handle 1 Pull inner door handle once to unlock door lock 2 Pull inner door handle again to open do...

Page 20: ...ched on Type 2 Doors lock automatically when a speed of 3 6 mph 5 10 km h is exceeded Type 3 Doors lock automatically when the ignition is swit ched on If doors are opened with the engine run ning th...

Page 21: ...chapter POWER WIN DOWS on Page 28 Both car doors and the filler flap can be centrally unlocked or locked with the remote control The vehicle cannot be locked if the driver s door is not completely cl...

Page 22: ...opened Emergency operation opening f Unlock the driver s door with the key at the door lock Open door within 20 seconds and insert the ignition key into the ignition lock within 10 seconds to prevent...

Page 23: ...hboard lets you lock and unlock both doors electrically Note If the doors are locked with the key or remote con trol they can not be opened by pressing the cen tral locking switch Locking f Press the...

Page 24: ...button or opened by pulling on the inside door handle twice On vehicles with the Sport Chrono package Plus the PCM can be used to activate automatic door locking f Please observe the chapter Individua...

Page 25: ...so that the door window can be lowered before the door is opened Opening doors from outside f Unlock vehicle with the remote control f Slowly pull door handle A Opening unlocked doors from inside f S...

Page 26: ...hority to operate this equipment The alarm system and passenger compartment monitoring system are switched on when the doors are locked with the key or remote control f Please observe the chapter CENT...

Page 27: ...partment monitoring system f Do not fold the backrests forward Deactivating the passenger compartment monitoring system for one locking process If a person or animal remains in the car while it is loc...

Page 28: ...withdrawn but only until door is first opened One touch operation for closing the door windows is available only when the ignition is switched on Opening closing windows The two rocker switches in the...

Page 29: ...tection is disab led f Once the anti crushing protection acts to stop the window and opens it slightly do not press the rocker switch again within 10 seconds without checking to make sure that nothing...

Page 30: ...i gla re operation is switched off Note The incident light in the area of the sensors must not be restricted e g by stickers on the wind shield Switching off the automatic anti glare operation f Press...

Page 31: ...r s vision Adjusting 1 Switch on ignition 2 By turning the control switch A select the driv er s side or the passenger s side 3 Move the door mirror glasses in the appropri ate direction by tilting th...

Page 32: ...ocking lever is locked or the mirror is fully unfolded 1 Push mirror towards the door window and continue to hold it high spring force 2 Swivel the locking lever up to the stop and slowly let go of th...

Page 33: ...itching on f Press button The light emitting diode in the button lights up After approx 15 minutes the heater switches off automatically The heater can be switched back on by pressing the button again...

Page 34: ...equirements 1 Vehicles with manual transmission Adjust the seat until with the clutch pedal fully depressed your leg remains at a slight angle Vehicles with Tiptronic S Adjust the seat until with your...

Page 35: ...re is reached F Adjusting the backrest side bolsters sports seat only f Push forward or pull backward switch F until the side bolsters are adjusted to the shape of the body G Adjusting the seat cushio...

Page 36: ...e vehicle unattended Operation with person buttons 2 3 Storing seat position 1 Switch on ignition Reverse gear must not be engaged 2 Set the desired seat and door mirror positions 3 Keep memory button...

Page 37: ...on on with the desired vehicle key 3 Engage reverse gear 4 Select passenger side with mirror switch The passenger s mirror swivels downwards 5 Set passenger s door mirror to desired final position 6 K...

Page 38: ...ready for operation when the ignition is on Switching on High heating power f Press button Both light emitting diodes in the button light up Low heating power f Press the rocker switch symbol again On...

Page 39: ...ot adjust the steering wheel when driving Adjusting steering wheel height and longitudinal direction 1 Push the locking lever downwards 2 Adjust steering wheel to fit the chosen back rest angle and yo...

Page 40: ...for operation of multi functional steering wheel The multi functional steering wheel is ready for operation when the ignition and PCM are switched on Operating the function keys f Please read the sepa...

Page 41: ...f the sun visor is co vered by a lid Warning Risk of injury or risk of damage to mirror lid and convertible top f Keep the lid closed while driving and when clo sing the convertible top Risk of damage...

Page 42: ...e belt at the same time Care and maintenance f Keep belt buckles free of any obstruction that may prevent a secure locking f Belts that have been subjected to excesssive stretch forces in an accident...

Page 43: ...lt will not inhibit your upper body movement Fastening the safety belt f Assume a comfortable sitting position The shoulder belt should always rest on your upper body The shoulder belt should never be...

Page 44: ...panel on the driver s side and on the passenger s side in the dashboard The side airbags for the front seats are installed on the side in the seat backrests The head airbags are installed in the door...

Page 45: ...ipment in the vicinity of the airbag wiring harnesses Doing so may disable the air bag system or cause inadvertent inflation f If the warning light comes on the airbag sys tem should be repaired immed...

Page 46: ...ith a crash sensing and diagnostic module This module will record the use of the seat belt restraint system by the driver and passenger when the airbags and or belt ten sioner work Advanced Airbag You...

Page 47: ...eat it can cause malfunctions If the weight on the passenger s seat is reduced significantly e g by supporting weight on the armrest the passenger s airbag can be switched off f Select an upright seat...

Page 48: ...ER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp Note on operation Although not desired it can occur in the case of heavier children that the passenger airbags re main active or in the case of very light adults or young...

Page 49: ...y They can be retrofitted f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer Faults are indicated by a warning light in the instru ment panel and a message on the on board com puter f Please observe the chap...

Page 50: ...r to provide protection to the adult occupants Warning light PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF If the airbag on the passenger s side is switched off Warning light PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF is continuously lit when the...

Page 51: ...inflating air bag in an accident Porsche strongly recom mends f Please observe the chapter PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP on Page 49 f Please observe the chapter CHILD RES TRAI...

Page 52: ...between 9 months and 6 years Children of this age are held in child restraint systems facing forward f The passenger s airbag must be deactivated when these systems are used on the passen ger s seat...

Page 53: ...ndicator lamp does not light up it could indicate a fault in the system In this case f Do not use a child restraint system on the pas senger s seat f On vehicles with key operated airbag deactiva tion...

Page 54: ...A in the central console Activating the automatic locking retractor 1 If a child restraint system must be fastened to the passenger s seat adjust the passenger s seat as far away from the airbag as po...

Page 55: ...ge groups Other systems have not been tested and could entail an increased risk of injury You can obtain child seats that are LATCH compat ible at your authorized Porsche dealer f Always observe the s...

Page 56: ...from sliding into positions that could interfere with the safe operation of your vehicle Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you nonskid floor mats of the correct size To avoid damage to the cl...

Page 57: ...artially engaged parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll causing serious personal injury or death to any person in its path f Engage the parking brake fully Releasing the parking brake f Pull the...

Page 58: ...function independently One brake circuit operates the front and the other operates the rear If one brake circuit has failed the other will still operate However you will notice an increased pe dal tr...

Page 59: ...be glad to offer you floor mats of the correct size including a secu ring possibility Note In case one of the two brake circuits fails increa sed pedal travel is required to bring your vehicle to a f...

Page 60: ...are used f Have the brake system inspected at the inter vals recommended in your Maintenance Book let If the lights in the instrument panel and on board computer stay on when the engine is running or...

Page 61: ...onal brake system is in the area of maintaining directional control and maneuverabili ty of the car in emergency situations during nor mal driving including panic braking in turns Warning The increase...

Page 62: ...r the prevailing road conditions The functional readiness of all the main electrical components of the ABS is checked by an electro nic monitoring system both before and while you drive When the ignit...

Page 63: ...he electronic accelerator pedal reacts sooner and the engine is more responsive to throttle inputs When Sport mode is switched on this function is activated only after the driver has floored the accel...

Page 64: ...es Readiness for operation PSM is switched on automatically every time you start the engine Function Sensors at the wheels brakes steering system and engine continuously measure Speed Direction of tra...

Page 65: ...elay The light emitting diode in the button is illumi nated When the PSM is switched off the multifunc tional PSM light on the instrument panel is lit and a message is shown by the on board computer A...

Page 66: ...e event of one sided wheel spin In conjunction with a message on the on board computer the light indicates that PSM is switched off An acoustic signal also sounds Faults are displayed by the light in...

Page 67: ...le is driven in a markedly sporty manner in Normal mode PASM automatically adapts the shock absorber behavior to the driving situation in this case as well Switching on PASM Sport mode f Press PASM bu...

Page 68: ...ur driving style and speed to the changed driving conditions f Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer Risk of injury during manual retraction or ex tension of the spoiler with the veh...

Page 69: ...extends to its final position The light emitting diode in the button lights up Running in f Press and hold button until the spoiler has rea ched its final position The light emitting diode in the butt...

Page 70: ...re verse gear being engaged Ultrasound sensors Sensors Four ultrasound sensors in the rear bumper measure the distance to the closest obstacle Range middle sensors around 60 in 150 cm Range outer sens...

Page 71: ...gear has been selected the short signal tone is followed by a continuous tone with a much lower pitch This indicates a general system fault Please have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dea...

Page 72: ...erior temperature sensor GPS antenna 9 Emergency flasher switch 10 Central locking button Readiness display for alarm system 11 Cupholder 12 Operating lever for on board computer 13 Locking lever for...

Page 73: ...Controls Instruments 73...

Page 74: ...into neutral The clutch pedal must be depressed fully before the starter will engage f Tiptronic Move the selector lever to P or N Switch position 0 Initial position The ignition key cannot be withdra...

Page 75: ...t The steering wheel will lock and will cause loss of steering f Never remove key from the ignition lock or turn the key off while the vehicle is moving f Always withdraw the ignition key when leav in...

Page 76: ...nded automatically If the engine fails to start after 10 or 15 seconds of cranking f Wait about 10 seconds before engaging the starter again f When starting the engine be ready to drive im mediately D...

Page 77: ...the front of the car The engine compartment blower is mounted in the engine compartment Warning Risk of injury After the engine is switched off the engine compartment temperatures is monitored for ap...

Page 78: ...78 Controls Instruments...

Page 79: ...dicator light 12 Light sensor for instrument illumination 13 Airbag warning light 14 Emission control warning light Check Engine 15 Central warning light 16 On board computer display 17 Porsche Stabil...

Page 80: ...80 Controls Instruments...

Page 81: ...ndicator light 12 Light sensor for instrument illumination 13 Airbag warning light 14 Emission control warning light Check Engine 15 Central warning light 16 On board computer display 17 Porsche Stabi...

Page 82: ...justed Warning Risk of an accident personal injury and loss of control f Do not reach through the steering wheel spokes while driving Automatic Speed Control Indicator light Dimming instrument illumin...

Page 83: ...steering wheel spokes while driving Resetting to zero f Press adjustment button A for approximately one second or f Reset the distance in the SET menu of the on board computer Please observe the chap...

Page 84: ...ication changes from mph to km h when the units are changed from miles to kilometers Changing over between Miles Kilometers The units of the distance and speed displays can be changed in the SET menu...

Page 85: ...ear when the engine rpm drops below 1 500 rpm Caution To avoid severe engine damage f Always observe the engine rpm before down shifting to a lower gear so you do not exceed the maximum engine rpm Fla...

Page 86: ...t reme died at an authorized Porsche dealer Please observe the chapter COOLANT LEVEL on Page 186 Note To prevent excessive temperatures the cooling air passages must not be restricted by coverings e g...

Page 87: ...strument cluster flashes and The warning Selector lever not engaged appears on the display of the on board computer f Engage the selector lever correctly If there is a fault in the transmission The 4t...

Page 88: ...if less than approx 2 6 U S gallons 10 liters of fuel remains in the tank or the range on remaining fuel falls below ap prox 30 miles 50 km Additionally a warning is displayed in the on board compute...

Page 89: ...Adjustment in hours turn button briefly Fast adjustment display cycles turn and hold button Setting minutes f Press adjustment button again Minutes display flashes f Set by rotating as in hours mode...

Page 90: ...nition is first turned on and remains on briefly as a bulb check If the light does not come on have the bulb replaced promptly If the warning lights in the instrument panel and on board computer come...

Page 91: ...S on Page 96 The warning light on the instrument panel lights up if the handbrake is on if the brake fluid level is low if the brake pads have reached the wear limit if the brake circuit division is d...

Page 92: ...structure You can restore the factory default settings at any time by using the SET menu Operating lever The on board computer is operated with the lower left lever on the steering column Selecting f...

Page 93: ...ctions in display C f Push operating lever up or down selection field D must be switched off The following displays can be called step by step Average speed mph Average consumption mpg Range on remain...

Page 94: ...ded For the signal to sound again the driving speed must fall below the preset speed by at least 3 mph 5 km h Switching on selection field D f Push operating lever forward Setting the speed f Select L...

Page 95: ...Push operating lever slightly up or down until the desired speed is reached upwards speed is increased downwards speed is decreased Note Holding the lever pressed up or down for a longer period will...

Page 96: ...ing lever f Push operating lever forward Any existing warning messages can be called us ing the operating lever You also can call warning messages which were cancelled during the journey but only unti...

Page 97: ...ng your absence via the menu item Missed calls Example Selecting from the telephone book and calling f Select Phone book with the operating lever f Push operating lever forward f Select a person to ca...

Page 98: ...f 1 100th of a second can be read on the digital display The digital display and the display in the on board computer can indicate up to 99 hours and 59 minutes The stopwatch can be swivelled both to...

Page 99: ...in the Trip Sport dis play Begin trip menu must be selected in order to analyse the data in the PCM Stopping the timing After time measurement is started the on board computer display changes to the...

Page 100: ...returns to the Stop timing Intermediate time selection You can stop the stopwatch or measure an inter mediate time Resetting the time After timing has been stopped the on board com puter display chang...

Page 101: ...ith Porsche Commu nication Management PCM To display an intermediate time After timing has been started the on board com puter display changes to the Stop timing Inter mediate time selection f Select...

Page 102: ...CM Timing on the on board computer and on the PCM begins from zero The stopwatch in the instrument panel continues to show the total time f The on board computer display returns to the Stop timing Int...

Page 103: ...een displayed immedi ately stop in a suitable place and check the tires for damage If necessary remedy the damage with a tire sealant f Do not by any means continue to drive with defective tires f Sea...

Page 104: ...ases or decreases by around 1 5 psi 0 1 bar for every 50 F 10 C change in temperature The tire pressure monitoring takes this relation ship between tire pressure and temperature into account You can r...

Page 105: ...g lever forward The display changes to the Tire pressure menu f Select Info tires with the operating lever f Push operating lever forward Tire selection in the Set menu f Push operating lever forward...

Page 106: ...d appears if the setting process is interrupted All entries made up to this point are lost and the original settings remain in effect Only if the message Process complete appears after the settings ha...

Page 107: ...the tire pressure at the next opportunity This tire pressure warning appears with vehicle stopped and can be acknowledged The tire pressure warning light in the instrument panel goes out when the tir...

Page 108: ...le s own wheels have been detected and the tire pressure warning light has gone out Position and pressure information is displayed as soon as the tire pressure monitoring has assigned the wheels ident...

Page 109: ...is not active when the tire pressure monitoring is faulty wheel transmitters for the tire pressure monitoring are missing temporarily after changing a wheel learning phase more than four wheel transm...

Page 110: ...si 0 1 bar for every 50 F 10 C change in temperature The tire pressure monitoring takes this relation ship between tire pressure and temperature into account Tire pressure specifications Information o...

Page 111: ...been stopped This waiting time is counted down in the on board computer display when the ignition is switched on The oil level display segments start to cycle f It is best to measure the engine oil le...

Page 112: ...atically measured during re fuelling Preconditions 1 Ignition is switched off 2 If the engine is at operating temperature at least 5 minutes must elapse between parking the vehicle and starting the en...

Page 113: ...erating lever forward f Select the desired function with the operating lever Reset Reset all Reset average consumption Reset average speed Reset trip counter Units Speedometer km km h miles mph Consum...

Page 114: ...meters If the vehicle s inclination changes while driving or refuelling incorrect range information may tempo rarily be given Note If the tank is nearly empty and you top up with only a small quantity...

Page 115: ...Controls Instruments 115...

Page 116: ...Driver and passengers must fasten their seat belts Handbrake Handbrake is still on Ignition key not removed Replace battery in ignition key Replace the remote control battery Ignition lock faulty plea...

Page 117: ...not closed Close luggage compartment lid properly Rear lid not closed Close engine compartment lid properly Lid opener front faulty Luggage compartment lid release is faulty Have the fault remedied a...

Page 118: ...ant level and if necessary add coolant Engine diagnostics workshop Consult your authorized Porsche dealer Reduced engine power Consult your authorized Porsche dealer Temperature gau ge warning light f...

Page 119: ...ult remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer ABS failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer PSM off Porsche Stability Management has been swit ched off PSM on Porsche Stability Ma...

Page 120: ...orsche dealer Display of selector lever posi tion flashes Selector lever is not engaged Tiptronic S Selector lever can be between two positions Engage the selector lever correctly Move selector lever...

Page 121: ...dealer Flat Tire Tire pressure monitoring system has detected a serious pressure loss Stop in a suitable place and check tires for dam age Fill in tyre sealant if necessary Add air The tire pressure...

Page 122: ...of the on board computer at the next opportunity Wrong entries will affect the correct pressure informa tion in the menu The safety of your vehicle is at risk TPC Indicator faulty The display of the t...

Page 123: ...ment 123 Acknowledging warning messages Warning messages can be deleted from the on board computer display f Push the on board computer operating lever forward You can recall erased warning messages i...

Page 124: ...es with the Sport Chrono package the PCM can be used to set the off delay time This setting also changes the lighting period for unlocking the vehicle Please observe the chapter Individual Memory in t...

Page 125: ...n 1 Turn signal left 2 Turn signal right 3 High beam 4 Headlight flasher Lever in center position Low beam When high beam and headlight flasher are selec ted the blue indicator light in the tachometer...

Page 126: ...d wipers off 1 Rain sensor operation for front windshield wipers f Move wiper lever upwards to the first click Please observe the chapter RAIN SENSOR on Page 127 2 Windshield wipers slow f Move wiper...

Page 127: ...th four stage switch A Switch on is confirmed by one wipe of the wind shield On vehicles with the Sport Chrono package fur ther rain sensor functions can be selected via the PCM Please observe the cha...

Page 128: ...e all local and national speed limits Switch automatic speed control readiness on f Press button A on the automatic speed control lever Hold and store speed f Bring the car to the desired speed with t...

Page 129: ...ehicle speed is exceeded by more than approx 16 mph 25 km h for longer than 20 seconds If the actual vehicle speed falls to approx 6 mph 10 km h below the set vehicle speed for longer than 5 seconds u...

Page 130: ...I Air distribution to footwell J Air distribution to central and side vents K Air distribution to windshield L Blower speed button Setting temperature f Press button G upwards or downwards respective...

Page 131: ...or can be switched off manuall to save fuel f Press ECO button E The light emitting diode in the button lights up The compressor is switched off f If the interior temperature is too high switch on the...

Page 132: ...or a long time it is a good idea to ventilate the interior briefly with the windows open Depending on the outside temperature and humidity condensation can drip from the evaporator and form a pool und...

Page 133: ...ons are compensated All automatic setting functions can be individually changed This setting is retained until the appropriate function button is pressed again or the AUTO button is pressed A Seat hea...

Page 134: ...tures exceed approx 37 F 3 C the air conditioning compressor is always switched on in automatic mode The compressor can be switched off manually to save fuel but control comfort is then limited f Pres...

Page 135: ...l and side vents Vents must be open The selection appears on the display panel Air distribution to windshield f Press button L The air flows to the windshield The selection appears on the display pane...

Page 136: ...air flow direction f Swivel the vent fins in the desired direction Outside air or conditioned air can be delivered from all vents depending on the air distribution setting Opening vents Closing vents...

Page 137: ...e pairs move the car well off the road Switch on the emergency flasher and mark the car with road flares or other warning devices f Do not remain in the car Someone approa ching from the rear may not...

Page 138: ...sh insert Warning Danger of fire f Never use ashtray for waste paper disposal as it could pose a fire hazard Danger Danger of fire in engine compartment due to burning cigars or cigarettes f Do not th...

Page 139: ...the car f Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter f Hold the lighter by the knob only Heating lighter f Open ashtray lid f Push in knob of the cigarette lighter When ready for use the...

Page 140: ...assenger s footwell Note on operation The sockets and thus the connected electrical accessories function even if the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn If the engine is not runn...

Page 141: ...is unlo cked or opened or when the ignition key is with drawn from the ignition lock The lights are switched off with a delay of ap prox 30 seconds after the door is closed The lights go out immediate...

Page 142: ...ts trays Additional storage possibilities in the doors in the door sill next to the passenger s seat in the center console clothes hook on back of seat backrest oddments tray with coin holder between...

Page 143: ...Opening f Pull the catch and open the lid Locking f Lock the catch to secure the contents against unauthorized access CD holder Occupied drawers are indicated by a red window Opening drawers f Push t...

Page 144: ...driving Warning Risk of scalding or damage due to spilling drinks f Only use containers which fit f Never put overfull containers in the cupholder f Never use hot drinks Extending cupholder f Press t...

Page 145: ...t f Pull out holder arrow f Insert container f Carefully slide holder inwards to adjust it to the container size Closing cupholder f Push cupholder drawer in f Open panel in the middle f Close and eng...

Page 146: ...rays f Kept shutters of the storage box closed while driving Risk of damage f Items of luggage or objects must neither hin der convertible top movement nor be in con tact with the convertible top or r...

Page 147: ...fire extinguisher 1 Place fire extinguisher in the mounting 2 Engage fastening strap lug A in the tension jack and close tension jack arrow Notes f Pay attention to the expiration date on the fire ex...

Page 148: ...hts up f Check the luggage compartment f Close the lid Front luggage compartment lid Function with vehicle stationary If the luggage compartment lid is unlocked with unlocking handle A the lid can be...

Page 149: ...mmediate ly f Stop the vehicle immediately when the warning message lights up f Check the luggage compartment f Close the lid Note The front lid cannot be opened from the inside if the battery is disc...

Page 150: ...R 7 DAYS on Page 246 The luggage compartment lid can also be un locked with the radio remote control f Please observe the chapter KEYS on Page 17 Important Note If the vehicle battery is discharged th...

Page 151: ...e lever arrow Closing front and rear luggage compartment lid f Lower the lid and close it f Push the lid closed with the palm of your hand in the area of the lock Check that the lid has correctly enga...

Page 152: ...Do not store any heavy damp or heat sensitive objects behind the access covers Tool box Opening f Unlock turn locks C f Open tool box and place it on the floor of the luggage compartment E Adapter fo...

Page 153: ...Controls Instruments 153 Rear luggage compartment A Topping up engine oil B Topping up coolant C Coolant level...

Page 154: ...ings terrain and the weather is unavoidable FM stereo reception is particularly susceptible to varying reception conditions Electronic accessories should only be retrofitted by a qualified specialist...

Page 155: ...with FM than AM and is often accompanied by distortion Fading and drifting can be minimized to a certain degree by careful attention to fine tuning or selec tion of a stronger signal Static and flutte...

Page 156: ...sustain any finger prints scrapes or stickers on the surfaces This may cause poor sound quality Hold the disc only on the edge or center hole f When not in use take the disc out of the player put the...

Page 157: ...W The devices must possess a type approval for your vehicle and have an e symbol If you should require equipment with transmission power values greater than 10 W please consult your authorized Porsch...

Page 158: ...animals or objects are within the range of movement of the equipment that is being operated f Observe the safety notes for the original hand held transmitter Preconditions for operating and programmi...

Page 159: ...ox 45 seconds 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to allocate other buttons Note Several attempts with different distances between the vehicle and the original hand held transmitter might be necessary The fog light...

Page 160: ...the fog lights flash three times up to approx 45 seconds 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to allocate other buttons Note Several attempts with different distances between the vehicle and the hand held transmitt...

Page 161: ...Shifting Gear 161 Shifting Gear Manual Transmission Clutch 162 Tiptronic S 163...

Page 162: ...shifting gears always ensure that the clutch pedal is fully depressed and the gear has fully engaged f Select reverse only when vehicle is stationary f Select an appropriately low gear on upward and...

Page 163: ...ignition key can be withdrawn only in selec tor lever position P Changing the selector lever position The selector lever is locked with the ignition key withdrawn The selector lever can be moved from...

Page 164: ...ars in the on board computer f Engage the selector lever correctly The selector lever position is displayed imme diately after the correct position has been de tected The current gear is shown after a...

Page 165: ...l and lateral acceleration and the road profile all have an influence on the gear changing characteristic Unwanted upward shifts e g before bends are prevented by swiftly releasing the accelerator pe...

Page 166: ...Temporary change down Conditions Speed is higher than approx 33 mph 54 km h f Depress accelerator quickly The Tiptronic changes temporarily to the spor tiest gear changing map i e to the highest poss...

Page 167: ...uto matic upward shift is performed or just before idling speed is reached a downward shift is performed f Select an appropriately low gear on upward and downward slopes This will ensure optimum use o...

Page 168: ...y careful use of the footbra ke Driving in winter In wintery road conditions it is advisable to take steep inclines in manual mode This prevents the occurrence of gear changes that could cause wheelsp...

Page 169: ...Mobile Roofs 169 Mobile Roofs Convertible Top 170 Windstop 177 Hardtop 178...

Page 170: ...y with the convertible top fully open or closed f Avoid frequent operation of the convertible top with the engine off the vehicle battery would be unintentionally discharged rapidly f The convertible...

Page 171: ...nobody can be injured by the convertible top mechanism or the convertible top compartment lid f In order to abort convertible top operation in the event of danger up to 6 mph 10 km h release the butto...

Page 172: ...ng the convertible top f Lock the convertible top with the latching lever after automatic closing Closing convertible top with the button f Up to 6 mph 10 km h Push the button forward and hold without...

Page 173: ...fective Please observe the chapter ELECTRICAL SYS TEM on Page 246 Warning There is a danger of injury and risk of dama ge during emergency operation There is a danger of crushing or pinching body part...

Page 174: ...of the tool kit Warning Danger of crushing or pinching f Lever off joint rods only with the greatest care f If the convertible top is not in the rearward final position the convertible top compartment...

Page 175: ...rt of the convertible top f Please observe the chapter OPENING ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID on Page 203 4 Lever joint rod D black fastening off the ball head with blade of lever B As the connection is under...

Page 176: ...E on the other side of the vehicle the convertible top must be held so that it does not fall down in an uncontrolled manner to protect against injury from a fallen cover 9 Lift convertible top with b...

Page 177: ...top parts f Press windstop parts to the rear and up out of the roll over bar and take it out Installing outer windstop parts f First insert the windstop parts in the roll over bar from the rear then p...

Page 178: ...he pivot locks are not installed on vehicles delivered without a hardtop It is essential to have the necessary parts retro fitted by an authorized Porsche dealer before a hardtop is fitted for the fir...

Page 179: ...connector of the convertible top heated rear window and insert into the rear empty socket 5 Remove cover from front locking lever arrow 6 Press red locking button of the front locking lever arrow A O...

Page 180: ...arefully lift over the car 9 Insert hardtop front into the sockets on the windshield frame Warning Danger of pinching fingers or hands f Evenly lower the hardtop at both sides 10 Lower hardtop at rear...

Page 181: ...marking stripe on the red locking button arrow C must be visible Caution Risk of damage due to inadvertent operation of the convertible top when the hardtop is fitted f Make sure that front locking l...

Page 182: ...the windshield frame at front Warning Danger of pinching fingers or hands f Evenly lift the hardtop at both sides 7 Carefully lift the hardtop up and off the vehicle to the rear 8 Close front hardtop...

Page 183: ...evel 192 Fuel Economy 194 Operating Your Porsche in other Countries 195 Fuel 196 Fuel Recommendations 198 Portable Fuel Containers 199 Emission Control System 200 How Emission Control Works 201 Fuel E...

Page 184: ...fans can start or continue running as a function of temperature even with the engine switched off Carry out work in these areas only with the en gine off and exercise extreme caution f Your Porsche i...

Page 185: ...r for further information The wiper blades may be damaged f Replace damaged wiper blades as soon as possible Changing windshield wiper blades Caution Risk of damage If a wiper blade is not changed pro...

Page 186: ...ld and the car is level the flu id level must lie between the Min and Max markings Topping off coolant Warning Danger of serious personal injury from scal ding Coolant is hazardous to your health and...

Page 187: ...down to 31 F 35 C 60 gives protection down to 58 F 50 C 4 Screw cap firmly on If in an emergency pure water has been added the mix ratio must be corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer Marked loss...

Page 188: ...ven at high speeds as on an express way making it then appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving at high speeds If the conditions you drive your vehicle in are dus ty humid or hot the freq...

Page 189: ...dren s reach Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals f Always protect your skin by washing thorough ly with soap and water Caution Risk of damage from overflow...

Page 190: ...Use only engine oils approved by Porsche If in doubt ask your authorized Porsche dealer for Porsche tested and approved all season oils Ambient temperature seasonal SAE Viscosity Range engine oils gen...

Page 191: ...mulate in the oil In this case it is advisable to change the oil more frequently so that your en gine once again has 100 efficient oil Engine oil performance class Engine oil is not only a lubricant b...

Page 192: ...items of lug gage Checking the brake fluid level The reservoir for the hydraulic braking and clutch systems is in the front luggage compartment 1 Open and remove cover flap A 2 Regulary check the brak...

Page 193: ...dance with the change intervals stated in the bro chure Maintenance The brake fluid warning lights in the instrument pa nel and on board computer indicate brake fluid level too low in conjunction with...

Page 194: ...gher gear early without lugging the engine will help save fuel f Prolonged warm up idling wastes gas Start the vehicle just before you are ready to drive Accelerate slowly and smoothly f Switch off th...

Page 195: ...available unleaded fuel may have a considerably lower octane rating Excessive engine knock and se rious damage to both engine and catalytic con verters could result service may be inadequate due to la...

Page 196: ...ISSION CONT ROL SYSTEM on Page 200 f Please observe the chapter FUEL on Page 88 Check engine warning light If the warning lights in the instrument panel and on board computer come on and remain on whi...

Page 197: ...the filler neck with the handle of the fuel hose nozzle facing down 4 Do not add further fuel once the correctly ope rated automatic fuel hose nozzle has switched off Fuel could spray or could run ove...

Page 198: ...car to areas or countries where unleaded fuel may not be availab le Octane ratings Octane rating indicates a fuel s ability to resist de tonation Therefore buying the correct octane gas is important t...

Page 199: ...l sys tem performance may be negatively affected The check engine warning light on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs Porsche recommends you stop using fuels containing MMT Portable Fuel...

Page 200: ...h the recommendations descri bed in your Maintenance Booklet Lack of proper maintenance as well as impro per use of the vehicle will impair the function of the emission control system and could lead t...

Page 201: ...trol unit The control unit corrects the air fuel ratio so the engine always receives an accurately metered air fuel mixture Crankcase ventilation Through crankcase ventilation undesirable emis sions f...

Page 202: ...line mixed with the intake air and burned during normal combustion Washer Fluid The reservoir with a blue screw cap is in the front luggage compartment to the rear left Capacity Without headlight clea...

Page 203: ...ugh so that it is approximately 60 cm away from the windshield frame Please observe the chapter CONVERTIBLE TOP on Page 170 2 Withdraw the ignition key so that the con vertible top cannot be operated...

Page 204: ...e 5 Fold rear part of the convertible top forward arrow Press upper part of the rear window down when doing this 6 Undo Velcro fastening strip of the restraining strap 7 Engage restraining strap in th...

Page 205: ...of the loudspeakers To do this press the securing levers small ar rows at the sides The plug connection is fastened on the outer right side of the roll over bar f Open turn locks A of the storage box...

Page 206: ...on engine compartment lid Fully lock all 5 catches of the engine compart ment lid with an Allen key 3 Put on carpet covering Lock turn locks of the carpet covering Vehicles with luggage net 4 turn lo...

Page 207: ...E CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VE HICLE on Page 184 The hydraulic fluid reservoir is located in the engi ne compartment f Only use hydraulic fluid authorized by Porsche f Please observe the chapter CA...

Page 208: ...ive requires transmission oil f Please observe the chapter CAPACITIES on Page 286 Do not tow the car or run the engine without ATF in the transmission The automatic transmission may be damaged by even...

Page 209: ...sk of serious personal injury or damage to the vehicle or property Cleaning agents may be hazardous to your health Most chemical cleaners are concentrates which require dilution High concentrations mi...

Page 210: ...the composition of their pig ments and require particularly careful paint care f Do not wash your car in bright sunlight or while the bodywork is still hot f When washing by hand use abundant water a...

Page 211: ...nt Do not wash the convertible top each time the car is washed It is usually sufficient to spray or wash it with clean water f Brush dust off the convertible top in the direc tion of the weave using a...

Page 212: ...the tire height the greater the risk of damage High gloss wheels to prevent these from get ting scratched do not clean with the wheel cleaning brushes of the car wash f Please consult the operator bef...

Page 213: ...ing to the paint surface and industrial dust is prevented from penetrating the paint Provided it is washed and treated with preserva tive regularly the brand new finish of your vehicle will be retaine...

Page 214: ...cleaner f If you use a chamois leather for the windows do not use it for paintwork as it will otherwise pick up a certain amount of preservative or po lish and could smear the windows and thus im pai...

Page 215: ...d at the same time Door roof lid and window seals f Wash dirt e g abrasion dust road salts from all seals regularly using warm soapy water Do not use any chemical cleaning agents or sol vents When the...

Page 216: ...nsuitable because they break down the oxide film of the protective coating and will cause dis coloration of the wheel f Every three months after cleaning coat the wheels with a car wax or non corrosiv...

Page 217: ...offer you nonskid floor mats of the correct size Alcantara Do not use a leather care product to clean Alcantara For regular care it is sufficient to clean the cover with a soft brush Heavy abrasion or...

Page 218: ...nditioning system should be in good wor king condition and fully charged Windshield Headlight washer f Check and correct antifreeze cleaning solution level as necessary Electrical system f Remove the...

Page 219: ...ing the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage Lift 237 Flat Tire 238 Wheel Bolts 241 Spacers 244 Electrical System 246 Battery 249 Jump lead starting 256 Replacing bulbs 258 Headlights 261 Turn si...

Page 220: ...and radiator fans are in the front of the car The fans can start or continue running as a function of temperature even with the engine switched off Carry out work in these areas only with the en gine...

Page 221: ...or snow tires already mounted on the wheel rims consult your authorized Porsche dealer Your dealer has the technical information necessary to advise you which wheel rims and wheel bolts are compatibl...

Page 222: ...r grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a specific govern ment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a hal...

Page 223: ...istance to the genera tion of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperatures can cause the mate...

Page 224: ...r on the tire pressure plate you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring TPC that...

Page 225: ...loaded vehicle can be found on the tire pressure plate and in the chapter technical data f Never exceed the specified axle load Overloading can shorten the service life of the tires and car as well as...

Page 226: ...NFOR MATION on Page 235 C Tire size for the front axle Check with your authorized Porsche dealer about the current release status D Recommended tire pressure for the front axle These values are for co...

Page 227: ...oves it is time to replace the tires We recommend however that you do not let the tires wear down to this extent Worn tires cannot grip the road surface properly and are even less effective on wet roa...

Page 228: ...r tire damage caused by thermal or me chanical overloading due to loss of pressure or any other prior damage we recommend that the tire be replaced for safety reasons If one faulty tire is replaced it...

Page 229: ...ange in handling occurs due to the different tread depth of the other tires This happens especially if only rear tires are re placed However this condition disappears as the new tires are broken in f...

Page 230: ...nd check the tires f If no cause for the fault can be found drive carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer Removing and storing tires f After changing adjust tire pressure and torque wheel b...

Page 231: ...to settle Danger Tires with badly worn treads and studs are very dangerous and could cause accidents resulting in serious personal injuries or death f Make sure they are replaced immediately f Do not...

Page 232: ...le restric tions Remove chains as soon as the roads are free of ice and snow Fitting snow chains The use of snow chains is not permitted when 5 mm spacers are mounted Caution Risk of damage to the whe...

Page 233: ...re with increased load rat ing B TIN Tire Identification Number Example DOT xx xx xxxx xxxx DOT The DOT symbol indicates that the tires com ply with the requirements of the US Depart ment of Transport...

Page 234: ...86 mph 300 km h Tip on driving Tires with a maximum speed rating that is lower than the specified maximum vehicle speed may be mounted only if they bear an M S identification on the tire sidewall f Pl...

Page 235: ...rating of vehicle passen gers and cargo The Vehicle Capacity Weight Load Limit is the maximum total weight limit specified of the load passengers and cargo for the vehicle This is the maximum weight...

Page 236: ...ement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle s placard depending on the date of manufacture 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passeng...

Page 237: ...cur if you lift the vehicle improperly f Never lift the vehicle at any other place than the jacking points f Never lift the vehicle by the engine transmis sion or axles f Do not damage any sensitive c...

Page 238: ...ealant and compressor with pressure tester are located in the toolbox in the luggage compartment f Please observe the safety and operating in structions on the special sealant bottle with a special Po...

Page 239: ...f Use the tire sealant only in the case of cuts or punctures no larger than 0 15 in 4 mm f Never use the tire sealant if the rim is dam aged Warning The sealant is highly flammable and harmful to hea...

Page 240: ...ff the tire valve 12 Twist the valve insert firmly into the tire valve using the valve turner 13 Connect the compressor to the cigarette light er and inflate the tire to the prescribed tire pressure P...

Page 241: ...with the appropriate coding must be used between the wheel bolt and the wheel bolt spanner f When positioning the wrench socket ensure that it engages fully in the teeth of the wheel bolt If the wheel...

Page 242: ...gage 1st gear or select position P and withdraw the ignition key 2 Secure the car against rolling away e g by means of wedges under the wheels on the op posite side This is particularly important on s...

Page 243: ...l bolts remove assembly aids and screw in the remaining wheel bolts Initially tighten bolts in diagonally opposite sequence so that the wheel is centered 8 Lower the car completely 9 Tighten wheel bol...

Page 244: ...hains have the 5 mm spacers removed on all 4 wheels Note on operation f To fit remove the spacers Please consult an authorized Porsche dealer Removing the spacers f Please observe the chapter CHANGING...

Page 245: ...ied on the face surface of the bolt head with GT or in red or the moveable spherical cap ring is galvanised in red The long wheel bolts must only be used together with 5 mm spacers fitted The short wh...

Page 246: ...by disconnecting the battery When the battery is disconnected the alarm sys tem ceases to function Overload protection If the central locking system is operated more than ten times within a minute fu...

Page 247: ...l off plastic cover at the finger hole arrow The fuse plan and instructions for emergency unlocking of the luggage compartment lid can be found on the inner side of the cover 3 Remove the correspondin...

Page 248: ...ttery with positive terminal A in the fuse box Note If the vehicle was locked the alarm horn will sound when the negative cable is connected 5 Use the second jumper cable to connect the negative termi...

Page 249: ...paint f Wear eye protection f Do not allow battery acid to come in contact with your skin eyes fabric or painted surfac es f If you get electrolyte which is an acid in your eyes or on your skin immed...

Page 250: ...s and in predominantly warm countries Charging the battery Your Porsche partner will be pleased to advise you about a suitable charger 1 Always observe the instructions of the charger manufacturer Dep...

Page 251: ...ey and if necessary disconnect the battery When the battery is disconnected the alarm system ceases to function Even if you put your vehicle out of operation the battery still discharges f The battery...

Page 252: ...the on board computer disappears 3 If the warnings do not disappear then Drive carefully to the nearest qualified specialist workshop Have the fault remedied 4 After the warnings disappear stop the ve...

Page 253: ...ks A Remove plastic lid Warning Risk of damage to generator and electronic control units f Do not disconnect battery while the engine is running Risk of caustic burns from escaping acid f Do not tilt...

Page 254: ...the battery 1 Insert battery and push it all the way to the stop 2 Tighten fastening screw B 3 Important connect the positive cable first and then the negative cable risk of short circuit 4 Push on v...

Page 255: ...or when the light emitting diode no longer flashes when the remote control is operated 1 Using your finger nail or a small screwdriver carefully lift off the cover of the key grip ar row 2 Replace bat...

Page 256: ...aps do not come into contact with live parts of the vehicle Danger of caustic burns f Do not lean over the battery Danger of gas explosion f Keep sources of ignition e g naked flame burning cigarettes...

Page 257: ...s Then allow a waiting period of at least one minute 5 Note Before disconnecting the jump leads electrical loads such as the heated rear window and the heating fan blower should be switched on the veh...

Page 258: ...s must be clean and free from grease f Never touch bulbs with your bare hands Use a cloth or soft paper when replacing bulbs f Always carry spare bulbs with you In certain countries the carrying of sp...

Page 259: ...onal high beam with Bi Xenon headlight H 11 55W Fog light H8 35W Tail light rear fog light brake light tail light P21 4W Tail light reflector P21 5W Reversing light P21W Turn signal light front and re...

Page 260: ...e clean and free from grease f Never touch bulbs with your bare hands Use a cloth or soft paper when replacing bulbs f Always carry spare bulbs with you In certain countries the carrying of spare bulb...

Page 261: ...etween headlight and body e g stone guards or films Removal 1 Unscrew plastic nut A Detach side carpeting 2 Remove rubber plugs from the unlocking opening 3 Place socket wrench tool kit on the unlocki...

Page 262: ...l it points horizontally to the rear C The headlight locking device must perceptibly and audibly engage 3 Insert rubber plug into the unlocking opening and secure the carpeting Check the function of a...

Page 263: ...ensure bulb is seated properly 4 Reassemble in reverse order Bi Xenon headlight Changing bulb for low beam and high beam 1 Turn the plug counter clockwise bayonet lock and pull it off 2 Disengage bot...

Page 264: ...on the left headlight and clockwise on the right headlight Take bulb holder out of the headlight housing 2 Pull both plug release tabs apart Pull plug out of the bulb holder 3 Replace the defective bu...

Page 265: ...urn signal light Changing bulb 1 Turn lid counter clockwise and pull it off 2 Turn bulb holder counter clockwise bayonet lock 3 Replace the defective bulb bayonet fitting 4 Insert lamp holder and turn...

Page 266: ...1 Loosen the two screws B 2 Lower headlight slightly downward and disengage locating cam in cover projection Unscrew light downwards at an angle A Parking light B Fog light 3 Turn the holder counter...

Page 267: ...vice 267 4 Put guide pin of headlight on the guide rail engage locating cam in cover projection press headlight to the rear and push upward until it can be felt to engage 5 Screw in both screws 6 Chec...

Page 268: ...By pressing with the screwdriver disengage the securing spring of the direction indicator housing 3 Remove indicator light and undo bulb holder bayonet lock 4 Remove the bulb from the holder and repla...

Page 269: ...bulb holder A Turn signal light B Reversing light C Rear fog light rear light D Tail light E Brake light rear light 3 Replace the defective bulb bayonet fitting 4 Reassemble in reverse order Check op...

Page 270: ...rkshop We recommend a Porsche partner for this work as they have trained workshop personnel and the necessary parts and tools Luggage compartment footwell lights Changing bulb 1 With a screwdriver arr...

Page 271: ...lining 2 Undo bulb holder bayonet mount Remove bulb and replace 3 Reassemble in reverse order Check operation of the light Door guard curb light Changing bulb 1 With a screwdriver arrow carefully push...

Page 272: ...l position of the cutoff of the lowbeam see fig has to be projected on a vertical screen wall in distance of 24 6 ft 7 5 m from the front lens of the headlamp The correct position of the cutoff is 2 0...

Page 273: ...terns to be aimed The screen should be wide enough to provide at least 3 3 ft 1 m of space outboard of the vehi cle s headlamp spacing Adjustment screws f Detach side carpeting in luggage compart ment...

Page 274: ...remove the vehicle off the road The towing hook is to be used only to pull the vehicle onto the flat bed tractor or towing aparatus if the vehicle will roll freely Under no circumstances is the vehicl...

Page 275: ...f straps do not dam age rim Make sure the strap is flat over the rim bead Make sure brake backing plate is not dam aged 2 Secure straps to rear of flat bed 3 Reel in hoist cable only far enough to ten...

Page 276: ...276 Practical Tips Emergency Service...

Page 277: ...Vehicle Identification Technical Data 277 Vehicle Identification Technical Data...

Page 278: ...egulations the vehicle identification number of your car is lo cated at the bottom left of the windshield frame and can be seen from the outside The vehicle identification number is in the front lug g...

Page 279: ...icle Identification Technical Data 279 Tire pressure plate The tire pressure plate is attached to the left hand door aperture Engine number The engine number is stamped on the underside of the crankca...

Page 280: ...193 98 cu in 3179 cm3 Net horsepower SAE J 1349 240 hp 176 kW 280 hp 206 kW at crankshaft speed 6400 rpm 6200 rpm Net torque SAE J 1349 199 ft lb 270 Nm 236 ft lb 320 Nm at crankshaft speed 4700 6000...

Page 281: ...rd gear 1 43 1 1 41 1 1 41 1 4th gear 1 09 1 1 13 1 1 00 1 5th gear 0 84 1 0 97 1 0 74 1 6th gear 0 82 1 Reverse 3 44 1 3 33 1 4 10 1 Final drive ratio 3 75 1 3 875 1 4 379 1 Gear ratios 6 speed manua...

Page 282: ...9 J x 18 H2 43 mm 60 2 in 1528 mm or front 235 35 ZR 18 87Y 8 J x 19 H2 57 mm 58 5 in 1486 mm rear 265 35 ZR 19 94Y 9 5 J x 19 H2 46 mm 60 0 in 1522 mm Snow tires front 205 55 R 17 91V M S 6 5 J x 17...

Page 283: ...8 J x 18 H2 57 mm 58 5 in 1486 mm rear 255 40 R 18 95V M S 9 J x 18 H2 43 mm 60 2 in 1528 mm The load capacity coefficient e g 91 and maximum speed code letter e g Y are minimum requirements Tire and...

Page 284: ...approved by Porsche Please observe the chapter WHEEL BOLTS on Page 241 f Please observe the chapter TPC TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING on Page 103 Summer and snow tires 17 inch wheels front 29 psi 2 0 bar...

Page 285: ...speed 5 speed transmission 6 speed transmission 159 mph 256 km h 160 mph 258 km h 155 mph 250 km h Acceleration 0 60 mph 5 9 seconds 6 8 seconds Acceleration 0 100 km h 62 mph 6 2 seconds 7 1 seconds...

Page 286: ...S approx 2 51 U S gallons 9 5 liters Differential with Tiptronic S approx 0 21 U S gallons 0 8 liters Power steering approx 1 1 quarts 1 liter hydraulic fluid Pentosin CHF 11 S Brake fluid approx 0 4...

Page 287: ...tronic S Empty weight depending on equipment 2965 lbs to 3153 lbs 3053 lbs to 3241 lbs 1345 kg to 1430 kg 1385 kg to 1470 kg Maximum gross weight 3594 lbs 1630 kg 3682 lbs 1670 kg Maximum axle load fr...

Page 288: ...itional equipment Transmission diagram The transmission diagram is based on standard values on the basis of a mean effective scrub radius Changes of the scrub radius the tire tolerance wear and tear d...

Page 289: ...289 Boxster Engine diagram at full power...

Page 290: ...290 Boxster Acceleration diagram Manual transmission...

Page 291: ...291 Boxster S Acceleration diagram Manual transmission...

Page 292: ...252 Remote control 255 Removing 253 Warning light 90 Winter driving 251 Before driving off 12 13 Blower adjustment 130 133 Brake light 269 270 Brakes Brake pad warning light 91 Fluid 192 286 Fluid war...

Page 293: ...0 201 Engine Checking the oil level 111 Exhaust 8 Number 279 Oil consumption 14 Oil level indicator 111 Oils 286 Speeds 14 Starting 74 Switching off 74 Engine compartment Blower 77 86 Lid 151 203 Lid...

Page 294: ...rors 31 Anti glare 30 Multi Functional steering wheel Function keys 40 N Navigation 154 Notes on Car care 209 Maintenance 184 Number plate light 124 269 O Octane rating 198 199 Off delay 124 Oil 286 C...

Page 295: ...ey 17 Spare wheel 284 Speed code letter 233 Speed control 82 129 130 Speed limit 94 233 Speedometer 84 Spoiler 68 Fixed 69 Retractable 68 Sport mode 63 66 67 Sports seat 34 Stability management system...

Page 296: ...ng 209 Weights 287 Welcome Home Function 124 Wheel 216 221 282 283 Bolts 17 241 Changing 242 Checking pressure 5 241 Inscription 233 Loading information 235 Pressure plate 279 Sidewall 233 Size 233 Ti...

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