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Mobile Roofs Opening side flaps “F”
1. Remove ignition key.
2. Use the screwdriver to remove plastic lid E
from the lining from behind. 3. Insert Allen key B into the drive axle for the left
side flap F.
Turn Allen key counterclockwise (in direction of
arrow) until the side flap F is fully open (percep-
tible stop).
4. Repeat procedure with the right side flap.
Remove the Allen key.
Warning!
The Allen key can rotate or fly out and there-
by cause serious personal injury if the con-
vertible top is actuated.
fAlways remove the Allen key B from the drive
axle of the side flap before operating the con-vertible top.
fWhen you have opened the side flaps, try to
close the convertible top using the rocker
switch.
If the convertible top cannot be closed, contin-
ue with emergency operation.
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Closing convertible top
1. Insert Allen key B through hole G and into the
hydraulic valve.
Turn Allen key B counterclockwise by approx.
1 revolution.
Always remove Allen key B. 2. Get behind the front seats and grasp the con-
vertible top in the middle. 3. Close the convertible top until it reaches its
highest position.
f f f
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Mobile Roofs The convertible top lock with the locking hook is
fitted on the convertible top.
Perform the work on the convertible top lock when
standing on the right-hand side of the vehicle. Extending the locking hook “H”
1. Pull the plastic lid J down on the front corners.
Push the lid carefully to the rear and take it off.2. Take the Allen key K out of the oddments tray
between the front seats.
3. Insert the Allen key K into the opening L and
turn in the direction of arrow “open” until
marked resistance can be felt.
The locking hook H is now extended.
4. Pull out the Allen key K.
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5. Pull the convertible top all the way forward to
the windshield.
Locking the locking hook “H” in the
windscreen frame
fWhen locking the convertible top, make sure
that the locking hook engages in the
windshield frame. Pull the convertible top to
the windshield frame if necessary.
The centering journals M must be retracted
into the mounting in the windshield frame.1. Insert the Allen key again.
Turn in the direction of arrow “close” until you
can feel marked resistance and the convertible
top is completely locked.
2. Remove the Allen key.Mounting the plastic lid
fPush the plastic lid over the convertible top
locking mechanism from behind.
The lid must engage centred in the guide N.
Push the lid upwards at its front edge and
engage.
Warning!
Risk of injury in an accident.
fDo not drive without the plastic lid mounted.
f f f
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Exercise Extreme Caution when
Working on your Vehicle
Danger!
Ignoring the following instructions may
cause 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 also 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 heat-
ers 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 position
or the selector lever in position P.fIn particular, be very careful to ensure that
items of clothing (ties, shirt, sleeves etc.),
jewelry, 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 engine-compartment blower is mounted
on the engine-compartment lid.
The engine-compartment blower 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, the ignition switched off, and exercise
extreme caution.
fYour Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig-
nition system. When the ignition is on, high
voltage is present in all wires connected with
the ignition system; therefore, exercise ex-
treme 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.
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
cannot 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
authorized Porsche dealer.
Improper maintenance during the warranty
period may affect your Porsche warranty cov-
erage.
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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Wiper Blades fWhen wiper performance deteriorates, replace
the wipers.
fPlease observe the chapter “CAR CARE IN-
STRUCTIONS” on Page 218.
Caution!
Risk of damage if the wiper arm accidentally
falls back on to the window.
fAlways hold the wiper arm securely when re-
placing the wiper blade.
Risk of damage if wiper blades that are fro-
zen in place are loosened improperly.
fThaw the wiper blades before loosening them.
Maintenance note
If the wiper blades rub or squeak, this can be as a
result of the following:
– If the vehicle is washed in an automatic car
wash, residues may adhere to the windshield.
These residues can only be removed using a
special cleaning solution.
Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer
for further information.
– The wiper blades may be damaged.
fReplace damaged wiper blades as soon as
possible.
Changing windshield wiper blades
Caution!
Risk of damage.
If a wiper blade is not changed properly, it
can come loose when the car is moving.
fCheck whether the wiper blade is seated
securely.
The wiper blade must engage the wiper arm properly.
A- Passenger’s side, curved wiper blade
B- Driver’s side, wiper blade with spoiler1. Apply the handbrake.
2. Switch the wipers off (position 0) and remove
the ignition key.
3. Fold windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
4. Press together the plastic spring of the wiper
blade (right arrow).
Pull wiper blade out of wiper arm.
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5. Insert new wiper blade until you feel it engage.
Ensure that the new wiper blade is inserted
into the wiper arm in the same position:
– direction of the spoiler on the driver side,
– curvature on the passenger side.
6. Carefully fold wiper arm back onto the wind-
shield.
Changing rear window wiper blade
Caution!
Risk of damage.
If a wiper blade is not changed properly, it
can come loose when the car is moving.
fCheck whether the wiper blade is seated
securely.
The wiper blade must engage the wiper arm properly.fApply the handbrake.
fSwitch the rear wiper off (position 0) and
remove the ignition key.
fFold wiper arm away from the glass.
1. Press together the plastic spring of the wiper
blade.
2. Pull wiper blade upwards and out of wiper arm.
3. Insert new wiper blade into the wiper arm from
above.
4. Press together the plastic spring of the wiper
blade and engage it in the wiper arm until it
snaps into place.
5. Carefully fold wiper arm back onto the window.
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Automatic car washes
Optional add-on parts or parts which project
beyond the contours of the vehicle may be
damaged by design features (e.g. brushes) of au-
tomatic car washes.
The following parts are particularly
susceptible to damage:
– Convertible top (hot wax treatment cannot be
used, as the wax attacks the convertible top
material)
– Windshield wipers (always switch them off to
prevent them wiping unintentionally in intermit-
tent or sensor operation)
– External antennas (always unscrew)
– Roof Transport System (always remove com-
pletely)
–Rear spoiler
– Wheels (the wider the rim and the lower the tire
height, the greater the risk of damage)
– High-gloss wheels (to prevent these from get-
ting scratched, do not clean with the wheel-
cleaning brushes of the car wash).
fPlease consult the operator before using auto-
matic car washes.
fWash and dry by hand all points not reached by
a car wash, such as door and lid seams or
door sills. Note
Automatic car washes spray water at odd angles
and high pressures, which are not seen in normal
driving. Therefore, water can sometimes find its
way into the passengers compartment during or
shortly after the car wash.
Door lock fTo prevent the door lock from freezing during
the cold season, the lock cylinder should be
covered during a wash.
fShould the lock freeze, use an ordinary de-icer.
In many cases, a well warmed key can help.
Never use excessive force.