Porsche Cayenne 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance, Car Care
Coolant Level
f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE
EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR
VEHICLE” on Page 234.
The coolant provides year-round protection from
corrosion and freezing down to -31°F/-35°C
(Nordic countries -40°F/-40°C).
f Use only anti-freeze authorized by Porsche.
f Check the coolant level regularly.
Checking coolant level/adding coolant
The expansion tank for the coolant is located un-
der the engine-compartment cover in the engine
compartment.
When the
engine is cold
and the car is level, the
coolant level must lie between the minimum and
maximum marks.
Checking when engine is cold
1. Remove cover.
2. Open cap of the expansion tank carefully and
allow any overpressure to escape.
Then unscrew cap completely.
3. Read the coolant level.
4. Top up with coolant if necessary.
Do not exceed the max. mark.
Only add a mixture of anti-freeze and water in
equal parts.
Antifreeze in coolant:
50% provides anti-freeze protection down to
-31°F/-35°C.
5. Screw the cap closed firmly and put on the
cover.