Maintenance and Car Care
257
Coolant Level
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.
Further important information concerning “mainte-
nance” can be found in a separate chapter.
f
Please see the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME
CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE”
on Page 251.
Checking coolant level/adding coolant
The expansion tank for the coolant is located
under 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 min- and max-
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.
