Maintenance and Car Care
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Changing Air Cleaner
Regular replacement of the filter element is part
of servicing.
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In dusty conditions, clean the filter element
more frequently and replace it if necessary.
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Please see the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME
CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE”
on page 252.
Changing Particle Filter
Regular replacement of the filter is part of
servicing.
A dirty filter can be the cause of reduced
air throughput in your air conditioning system.
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Have the filter replaced.
Please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
We recommend that you have an authorized
Porsche dealer to do this work as they have
trained workshop personnel and the necessary
parts and tools.
Note on operation
The particle filter ensures that the fresh air
entering the passenger compartment is virtually
free of dust and pollen.
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If the outside air is polluted by exhaust fumes,
press the recirculated-air button.
Wiper Blades
Maintenance notes
Wiper blades that are in perfect condition are vital
for a clear view.
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Have the wiper blades replaced twice per
year (before and after the cold season) or
if wiper performance deteriorates or the
blades are damaged.
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Please see the chapter “CAR CARE
INSTRUCTIONS” on page 269.
Caution!
Risk of damage if the wiper arm accidentally
falls back onto the windshield.
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Always hold the wiper arm securely when
replacing the wiper blade.
Risk of damage if wiper blades that are
frozen in place are loosened improperly.
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Thaw the wiper blades before loosening them.
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Clean the wiper blades with window cleaner at
regular intervals, especially after washing the
vehicle in a car wash.
We recommend Porsche window cleaner. If the
wiper blades are very dirty (e.g. soiled with
insect remains), they can be cleaned with
a sponge or cloth.
If the wiper blades rub or squeak, this may be due
to the following:
– If the vehicle is washed in an automatic
car wash, wax residues may adhere to
the windshield. These wax residues can
be removed only by using window
cleaner concentrate.
– The wiper blades may be damaged or worn.
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Have damaged wiper blades replaced
immediately.
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Please see the chapter “WASHER FLUID” on
page 259.
Contact your authorized Porsche dealer for
more information.
Replacing wiper blades
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Please read the separate instructions provided
by the wiper blade manufacturer.
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We recommend that you have your authorized
Porsche dealer to replace the wiper blades.
Caution!
Risk of damage. If a wiper blade is not
changed properly, it can come loose when
the car is moving.
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Check whether the wiper blade is seated
securely.
The wiper blade must engage the wiper arm
properly.
