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Maintenance and Car Care
Emission control system
To ensure the efficiency of the emission control
system (three-way catalytic converter, oxygen
sensor and electronic control unit),
– observe the service intervals,
– use
only unleaded fuel
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Tip on driving
Faulty preparation of the fuel/air mixture can
cause the catalytic converters to overheat and
can destroy them.
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Warning!
Risk of damage to emission control system.
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Avoid frequent and prolonged use of the
starter if the engine does not start.
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If misfiring occurs while driving (identifiable by
rough running of the engine or loss of power),
have the fault remedied immediately.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop. We
recommend that you use a Porsche partner for
this work since these are staffed with trained
personnel and have the necessary parts and
tools.
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Avoid high cornering speeds after the fuel-level
warning light lights up.
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Never drive the tank dry.
For information on tow-starting or push-starting
the vehicle:
Please observe the chapter “TOW-STARTING/
PUSH-STARTING” on Page 315.
Risk of fire in the area of the exhaust system.
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Do not apply additional undersealing or rust
protection agent on or near the exhaust
manifolds, exhaust pipes, catalytic converters
or heat shields.
The protective material could overheat and
ignite while you are driving.
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Do not drive or park your vehicle where
combustible materials, such as dry grass or
leaves, can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system.
Fuel can
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Danger!
Risk of fire or explosion if the fuel can is
damaged in an accident and fuel escapes.
Escaping vapours can be harmful to health.
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Do not carry a fuel can on journeys.
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Observe the relevant laws.
Summary of Contents for Turbo 2007
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Page 107: ...106 Multi Purpose Display and Instruments ...
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