2005 PORSCHE BOXSTER spare tire

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Maintenance, Car Care
Exercise Extreme Caution when
Working on your Vehicle
Danger!
Ignoring the following instructions may cau-
se serious personal injury or death.
fThe engine compartment of any motor vehicle
is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not
fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do
not attempt the adjustments described on the
following pages.
This caution applies to the entire vehicle.
fO n l y w o r k o n y o u r v e h i c l e o u t d o o r s o r i n a w e l l
ventilated area.
fEnsure that there are no open flames in the
area of your vehicle at any time when fuel fu-
mes might be present. Be especially cautious
of such devices such as hot water heaters
which ignite a flame intermittently.
fBefore working on any part in the engine com-
partment, turn the engine off and let it cool
down sufficiently. Hot engine compartment
components can burn skin on contact.
fBe alert and cautious around engine at all ti-
mes while the engine is running.
If work has to be performed with the engine
running, always set the parking brake, and
make sure the shift lever is in neutral or the se-
lector lever is in position P or N. fIn particular, be very careful to ensure that
items of clothing (ties, shirt, sleeves etc.), je-
welry, long hair, hand or fingers cannot get
caught in the engine-compartment blower, fan,
belts or other moving parts.
The radiator 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 off and exercise extreme caution.
fYour Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig-
nition system. When the ignition is on, high vol-
tage is present in all wires connected with the
ignition system; therefore, exercise extreme
caution when working on any part of the engine
while the ignition is on or the engine is running.
fAlways support your car with safety stands if it
is necessary to work under the car. The jack
supplied with the car is not adequate for this
purpose.
fWhen working under the car without safety
stands but with the wheels on the ground,
make sure the car is on level ground, the
wheels are blocked, and that the engine can-
not be started.
Remove the ignition key. fDo not smoke or allow an open flame around
the battery or fuel.
Keep a fire extinguisher in close reach.
fIncomplete or improper servicing may cause
problems in the operation of the car. If in doubt
about any servicing, have it done by your au-
thorized Porsche dealer.
Improper maintenance during the warranty pe-
riod may affect your Porsche warranty cove-
rage.
fSupplies of fluids, e.g. engine oil, brake fluid or
coolant, are hazardous to your health.
Keep these fluids out of children’s reach and
dispose of them in accordance with the appro-
priate regulations.
fSome countries require additional tools and
special spare parts to be carried.
Please make enquiries before driving abroad.
Power measurements Power measurements on dynamometers are not
approved by Porsche.

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
Exercise Extreme Caution when
Working on your Vehicle
Danger!
Ignoring the following instructions may cau-
se serious personal injury or death.
fThe engine compartment of any motor vehicle
is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not
fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do
not attempt the adjustments described on the
following pages.
This caution applies to the entire vehicle.
fO n l y w o r k o n y o u r v e h i c l e o u t d o o r s o r i n a w e l l
ventilated area.
fEnsure that there are no open flames in the
area of your vehicle at any time when fuel
fumes might be present. Be especially cau-
tious of such devices such as hot water hea-
ters which ignite a flame intermittently.
fBefore working on any part in the engine com-
partment, turn the engine off and let it cool
down sufficiently. Hot engine compartment
components can burn skin on contact.
fBe alert and cautious around engine at all
times while the engine is running.
If work has to be performed with the engine
running, always set the parking brake, and
make sure the shift lever is in neutral or the se-
lector lever is in position P.fIn particular, be very careful to ensure that
items of clothing (ties, shirt, sleeves etc.), je-
welry, long hair, hand or fingers cannot get
caught in the engine-compartment blower, fan,
belts or other moving parts.
The radiator 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 off and exercise extreme caution.
fYour Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig-
nition system. When the ignition is on, high vol-
tage is present in all wires connected with the
ignition system; therefore, exercise extreme
caution when working on any part of the engine
while the ignition is on or the engine is running.
fAlways support your car with safety stands if it
is necessary to work under the car. The jack
supplied with the car is not adequate for this
purpose.
fWhen working under the car without safety
stands but with the wheels on the ground,
make sure the car is on level ground, the
wheels are blocked, and that the engine can-
not be started.
Remove the ignition key.fDo not smoke or allow an open flame around
the battery or fuel.
Keep a fire extinguisher in close reach.
fIncomplete or improper servicing may cause
problems in the operation of the car. If in doubt
about any servicing, have it done by your au-
thorized Porsche dealer.
Improper maintenance during the warranty pe-
riod may affect your Porsche warranty cover-
age.
fSupplies of fluids, e.g. engine oil, brake fluid or
coolant, are hazardous to your health.
Keep these fluids out of children’s reach and
dispose of them in accordance with the appro-
priate regulations.
fSome countries require additional tools and
special spare parts to be carried.
Please make enquiries before driving abroad.

Practical Tips, Emergency Service
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Example of a tire pressure plate ATire pressure plateDepending on when your vehicle was manufac-
tured, the tire pressure plate in the left door aper-
ture will contain different data.
Information on the tire pressure plate A
A Seating capacity
Maximum number of vehicle occupants, includ-
ing the driver.B Vehicle load limit
Is the maximum total weight limit specified of
the load (passengers and cargo) for the vehi-
cle. This is the maximum weight of passengers
and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle.
If a trailer is being towed, the trailer tongue
weight must be included as part of the cargo
load.
Please observe the chapter “LOADING INFOR-
MATION” on Page 216.
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 cold tires (68°F/20 °C).
E Tire size for the rear axle
Check with your authorized Porsche dealer
about the current release status.
F Recommended tire pressure for the rear axle
These values are for cold tires (68°F/20 °C).
G In vehicles with collapsible spare wheel:
Size and tire pressure of the spare wheel.
Example of a tire pressure plate BInformation on the tire pressure plate B
A Information for tire sealant, seating capacity,
vehicle load limit
B Approved tire size for the front axle
C Permissible tire pressure for the front axle
D Tire pressure for fully loaded or partially
loaded vehicle
E Permissible tire pressure for the rear axle
F Approved tire size for the rear axle

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
A- Filler bottle
B- Filler hoseTire sealantThe tire sealant can be used to seal small cuts,
especially in the tire tread.
Sealing the tire with the tire sealant is only an
emergency repair, so you can drive to the next
workshop. Even with the tire air-tight, it may be
used only for short journeys in an emergency.The tire sealant and a compressor with pressure
tester can be found in the tool box in the luggage
compartment.
The tire sealant comprises:
– A filler bottle
– A filler hose
– A valve turner and
– A spare valve insert.
Danger!
Risk of accident.
fUse the tire sealant only in the case of cuts or
punctures no larger than 0.15 in. (4 mm).
fNever use the tire sealant if the rim is dam-aged.
Warning!
The sealant is highly flammable and harmful
to health.
fFire, naked flame and smoking are prohibited
when handling tire sealant.
fAvoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
fKeep tire sealant away from children.
fDo not inhale vapors.
In case of contact with the sealant:
fIf sealant gets on the skin or in the eyes,
thoroughly rinse the affected part of the body
off without delay.
fChange soiled clothing immediately.
fVisit a doctor immediately in the event of an
allergic reaction.
fIf sealant was swallowed, thoroughly rinse out
the mouth without delay and drink plenty of
water.
Do not induce vomiting.
See a doctor immediately.

Index
275
RRadiator fans .............................................. 171
Radio reception .......................................... 139
Rain sensor ................................................ 110
Range on remaining fuel ........................87
, 100
Rear fog light .....................................108, 249
Rear lid ...................................................... 132
Rear spoiler............................................62, 63
Rear view mirrors ......................................... 31
Rear window defogger.................................. 33
Rear wing
Retractable........................................... 62
Relays ........................................................ 226
Release button ........................................... 147
Remote control ............................................. 18
Replacement key .......................................... 17
Replacing bulbs .......................................... 239
Replacing wiper blades................................ 169
Retractable spoiler........................................ 62
Rims
Diameter ............................................ 215
Rim width ........................................... 215
Running in .................................................... 14
SSafety belts ..........................................42
, 199
Warning light ........................................ 43
Safety compliance sticker ........................... 258
Sealing set ................................................. 220
Seals, care of ............................................. 197
Seat ............................................................ 34
Adjustment ........................................... 34
Heating ................................................ 38Memory................................................36
Selector lever .............................................147
Selector lever position indicator ............ 81
, 149
Shifting gear ...............................................146
Shiftlock .....................................................147
Side lights ..................................................249
Side marker light ............................... 108, 248
Side vents ..................................................120
Snow chains .............................. 213
, 263
, 264
Snow tires ......................................... 212, 262
Sockets .....................................................124
Spare key .....................................................17
Spare wheel ...............................................264
Speed code letter .......................................214
Speed control .............................. 76
, 113
, 114
Speed limit .......................................... 88, 214
Speedometer................................................78
Spoiler .........................................................62
Fixed ....................................................63
Retractable ...........................................62
Sport mode ..................................... 57
, 60, 61
Sports seat ..................................................34
Stability management system (PSM) ...............58
Starting ................................................. 67, 68
Starting and stopping the engine ....................67
Steering wheel
Adjustment ...........................................39
Buttons ................................................40
Lock ................................. 67
, 68, 69, 70
Rocker switches..................................147
Toggle switches ..................................147
Stopwatch ....................................................92
Storage options ..........................................126
Storing your Porsche..................................200
Sun visors ....................................................41Switching passenger’s airbag on and off ........ 48
TTachometer ................................................. 79
Tail light ..................................................... 249
Tank .................................................. 178
, 179
cap ................................................... 179
Ventilation system.............................. 184
Telephone .................................................. 141
Temperature setting........................... 114, 117
Temperature, outside indicator ...................... 83
Test stand, measurements ............................ 60
Theft protection ........................................... 16
Tiptronic .................................................... 147
Indicator .............................................. 81
Tires ................................... 14
, 203
, 262
, 263
Checking pressure............................. 223
Inscription .......................................... 214
Loading information ............................ 216
Pressure................................ 5
, 206
, 263
Pressure plate.................................... 259
Sealant .............................................. 220
Sidewall ............................................. 214
Size .................................................. 214
Tires and tire care ...................................... 203
Tools ......................................................... 136
Towing .............................................. 254, 255
Track ........................................................ 262
Transmission ............................. 145
, 146
, 261
Fluid .......................................... 190, 266
Trunk entrapment ....................................... 132
Turn signals ......................................... 79, 109