2006 PORSCHE BOXSTER bulb

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
Additional brake lightThe light-emitting diodes of the additional brake
light cannot be replaced individually.
fHave the defective brake light replaced in a
qualified specialist workshop.
We recommend a Porsche partner for this
work as they have trained workshop personnel
and the necessary parts and tools.
Luggage compartment/footwell
lightsChanging bulb
1. With a screwdriver (arrow), carefully press light
out of the cutout in the lining.
2. Remove defective bulb from between the
contact springs and replace.
3. Insert the light into the cut-out first from one
side then from the other. Check operation.

Practical Tips, Emergency Service
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Interior lightChanging bulb 1. With a screwdriver (arrow), carefully press light
out of the cutout in the lining.
2. Undo bulb holder (bayonet mount).
Remove bulb and replace.
3. Reassemble in reverse order.
Check operation of the light.
Door guard/curb lightChanging bulb 1. With a screwdriver (arrow), carefully push out
the light.
2. Pull the bulb holder out of light housing.
Remove defective bulb and replace.
3. Install the bulb holder and insert the light.

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Index
IndexAABS (antilock brake system) .......................... 61
Advanced Airbag........................................... 46
Air conditioning ...................................130
, 133
Air distribution ....................................130, 133
Air filter ...................................................... 208
Airbag .......................................................... 44
Function ............................................... 46
Warning light ........................................ 49
Air-conditioning compressor ................132, 135
Alarm system ............................................. 157
Alcantara ................................................... 217
Antenna .............................................157, 212
Antilock brake system................................... 61
Warning light ........................................ 62
Ashtray ...................................................... 138
Assembly aids for wheel changes................. 242
Assistant ...................................................... 70
Audio operation .......................................... 155
Auto-button air conditioning ......................... 133
Automatic
Anti-glare mirrors .................................. 30
Car washes ........................................ 210
Door locking ......................................... 24
Headlight beam adjustment.................. 125
Speed control ....................................... 82
Automatic air conditioning system ................ 133
Average consumption............................93, 114
Average speed .....................................93, 114
BBackrest
Adjustment ........................................... 34
Release ................................................ 34
Battery....................................................... 249
Care .................................................. 250
Charge state....................................... 250
Putting vehicle into operation ............... 252
Remote control ................................... 255
Removing ........................................... 253
Warning light......................................... 90
Winter driving...................................... 251
Before driving off ....................................12
, 13
Blower adjustment..............................130, 133
Brake light..........................................269, 270
Brakes
Brake pad warning light ......................... 91
Fluid ...........................................192, 286
Fluid warning light.......................109, 192
Pads ..............................................14, 60
Test stand ............................................ 66
Break in hints................................................ 14
Bulbs
Chart ................................................. 259
Replacing ........................................... 259
CCabriolet .................................................... 170
Canholder .................................................. 144
Capacities, overview ................................... 286Car care ..................................................... 184
Car telephone ............................................. 157
Car washes ................................................ 210
Catalytic converters ....................................201
Cautions............................................ 184
, 220
Central locking....................................... 19, 21
Emergency operation ..................... 19, 22
Central vents .............................................. 136
Central warning light..................................... 91
Changing wheels ......................................... 242
Check engine
Warning light......................................... 90
Checking pressure ...................................... 241
Child restraint systems .................................. 51
Chime ........................................................ 124
CHRONO stopwatch ......................................98
Circulating-air button .......................... 130, 133
Clock .................................................. 89, 114
Clutch ........................................................ 162
Clutch pedal ................................................. 56
Combination filter ........................................208
Comfort seat ................................................ 34
Coming Home mode ................................... 124
Compact disc
holder ................................................ 143
Player ................................................ 156
Storage .............................................. 152
Convertible top ........................................... 170
Care................................................... 211
Coolant ....................................... 86
, 186
, 286
Level .................................................. 186
Temperature gauge............................... 86

Index
295
RRadiator fans .............................................. 187
Radio reception .......................................... 155
Rain sensor ................................................ 126
Range on remaining fuel ........................93
, 114
Rear fog light .....................................124, 269
Rear lid ...................................................... 148
Rear spoiler............................................68, 69
Rear view mirrors ......................................... 31
Rear window defogger.................................. 33
Rear wing
Retractable........................................... 68
Relays ........................................................ 246
Release button ........................................... 163
Remote control ............................................. 18
Replacement key .......................................... 17
Replacing bulbs .......................................... 259
Replacing wiper blades................................ 185
Retractable spoiler........................................ 68
Rims
Diameter ............................................ 234
Rim width ........................................... 234
Running in .................................................... 14
SSafety belts ..........................................42
, 217
Warning light ........................................ 43
Safety compliance sticker ........................... 278
Sealing set ................................................. 239
Seals, care of ............................................. 215
Seat ............................................................ 34
Adjustment ........................................... 34
Heating ................................................ 38Memory................................................36
Selector lever .............................................163
Selector lever position indicator ............ 87
, 165
Shifting gear ...............................................162
Shiftlock .....................................................163
Side lights ..................................................269
Side marker light ............................... 124, 268
Side vents ..................................................136
Snow chains .............................. 232
, 283
, 284
Snow tires ......................................... 231, 282
Sockets .....................................................140
Spacers .....................................................244
Spare key .....................................................17
Spare wheel ...............................................284
Speed code letter .......................................233
Speed control .............................. 82
, 129
, 130
Speed limit .......................................... 94, 233
Speedometer................................................84
Spoiler .........................................................68
Fixed ....................................................69
Retractable ...........................................68
Sport mode ..................................... 63
, 66, 67
Sports seat ..................................................34
Stability management system (PSM) ...............64
Starting ................................................. 74, 75
Starting and stopping the engine ....................74
Steering wheel
Adjustment ...........................................39
Buttons ................................................40
Lock ................................. 74
, 75, 76, 77
Rocker switches..................................163
Toggle switches ..................................163
Stopwatch ....................................................98
Storage options ..........................................142
Storing your Porsche..................................218Sun visors ................................................... 41
TTachometer ................................................. 85
Tail light ..................................................... 269
Tank .................................................. 196
, 197
cap ................................................... 197
Ventilation system.............................. 202
Telephone .................................................. 157
Temperature setting........................... 130, 133
Temperature, outside indicator ...................... 89
Test stand, measurements ............................ 66
Theft protection ........................................... 16
Tiptronic .................................................... 163
Indicator .............................................. 87
Tire pressure monitoring ............................. 103
Tires ................................... 14
, 221
, 282
, 283
Checking pressure............................. 241
Inscription .......................................... 233
Loading information ............................ 235
Pressure................................ 5
, 224
, 283
Pressure plate.................................... 279
Sealant .............................................. 239
Sidewall ............................................. 233
Size .................................................. 233
Tires and tire care ...................................... 221
Tools ......................................................... 152
Towing .............................................. 274, 275
Track ........................................................ 282
Transmission ............................. 161
, 162
, 281
Fluid .......................................... 208, 286
Trunk entrapment ....................................... 148
Turn signals ......................................... 85, 125