2006 PORSCHE BOXSTER window

Maintenance, Car Care
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Warning!
Danger of fire and serious personal injuries.
fDo not apply additional undercoating or rust-
proofing on or near the exhaust manifold, ex-
haust pipes, catalytic converters or heat
shields. During driving the substance used for undercoating could overheat and ignite.
fBefore applying fresh underseal, carefully re-
move deposits or dirt and grease. Once it has
dried, the new undercoating compound forms
a tough protective coating which provides effi-
cient rust-proofing of the floor panels and com-
ponents.
fAlways apply a fresh coating of suitable preser-
vative to unprotected areas after cleaning the
underside of the body, the transmission, the
engine or carrying out repairs to under-body,
engine or transmission components.
Effective rust-proofing is particularly important du-
ring the cold weather season. If your car is driven
frequently in areas where salt has been spread on
the roads, the whole engine compartment should
be cleaned thoroughly after the winter to prevent
salt from causing any lasting damage. A full under-
body wash should also be performed at the same
time.
Door, roof, lid and window seals fWash dirt (e.g. abrasion, dust, road salts) from
all seals regularly using warm soapy water. Do
not use any chemical cleaning agents or sol-
vents.
When there is a frost hazard, the outer door seals
and the front and rear lid seals can be protected
against freezing into place by a suitable care pro-
duct.
In order to prevent damage to the anti-fric-
tion coating, the inner door seals, the con-
vertible top seals and hardtop seals must not
be treated with care products. Stainless steel exhaust tailpipesStainless steel exhaust tailpipes can discolour due
to soiling, strong heat, and combustion residues.
The original polish can be achieved again using
commercially available metal polishing paste or
metal polish.
Headlights, lights, interior and exterior
plastic parts fUse only clean water and a little dishwashing
detergent to clean light lenses, plastic head-
light lenses, plastic parts and surfaces.
Do not clean when dry.
Use a soft sponge or a soft, lint-free cloth.
Gently wipe the surface without applying too
much pressure.
The Porsche inside window cleaner is also sui-
table for cleaning plastic surfaces. Follow the
cleaning instructions on the container.
Never use other chemical cleaners or
solvents.
fRinse cleaned surfaces with clear water.

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Maintenance, Car Care
Storing your Porsche If you intend to store your Porsche for a prolonged
period, please consult your authorized Porsche
dealer. The staff will be glad to advise you on the
most suitable and necessary methods.
fClean your vehicle thoroughly inside and out-
side.
Clean the engine compartment.
The under carriage and chassis components
should be free of dirt and salt deposits.
fFill up the fuel tank.
fChange the oil and oil filter, and run the engine
for several minutes.
fIncrease the tire pressure to 58 psi (4 bar).
It is not recommended to lift the vehicle, due to
the possibility of corrosion on shock absorber
piston shafts.
The vehicle should be moved slightly, approxi-
mately every four weeks, to prevent flat spot
on the tires. Climate control
The air conditioning system should be in good wor-
king condition and fully charged.
Windshield/Headlight washer
fCheck and correct antifreeze/cleaning solution
level as necessary.
Electrical system
fRemove the battery from the vehicle and store
it in a cool dry place, not on a cement floor.
When the battery is disconnected, the
alarm system is deactivated.
fRecharge the battery every 3 months. If the
battery remains in the vehicle with the cables
connected, it is necessary to check, remove
and recharge the battery every 2-3 weeks.
Do not fast charge the battery.
fPlease observe the chapter “BULB CHART” on
Page 259. Vehicle interior
The interior must be dry, especially in the area of
the floor carpets. The use of drying agents (Silica-
Gel) is recommended in vehicles with leather inte-
rior and in areas with high humidity. The recom-
mended amount is 3 fabric bags of 1.1 lbs. (500
grams) each placed on the floor carpets.
Windows, doors, lids and top must be closed. The
air vents should be opened.

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Winter drivingThe capacity and ability of the battery to store
power decreases at low outside temperatures.
Moreover, the battery is more heavily loaded in the
winter months, e.g. by the heated rear window,
the more frequent use of additional lights, the
blower and the windshield wipers, etc.
fHave the battery checked before winter
begins.
Keep the battery well charged to prevent it from
freezing.
A discharged battery can freeze even at
23°F/-5 °
C, but a fully charged one only freezes at
-40°F/-40 °C.
Laying up the vehicleIf the vehicle stands for long periods in the garage
or workshop, the doors and lids should be closed.
fPlease observe the chapter “EMERGENCY
UNLOCKING OF THE FRONT LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT LID” on Page 248.
fWithdraw the ignition key and, if necessary,
disconnect the battery.
When the battery is disconnected, the
alarm system ceases to function!
Even if you put your vehicle out of operation, the
battery still discharges.
fThe battery must be charged, i.e. connected
to a charger, approximately every 6 weeks in
order to preserve functioning.
Always observe the instructions of the charger
manufacturer.
fStore a battery that has been removed in a
dark, cool place, but not subject to frost.
Replacing the batteryThe battery is subject to normal wear: its service
life depends heavily on the care you give it,
climatic conditions and the conditions of use
(distances, loads).
It is not possible to use the details on the battery
case to determine a comparable battery that
meets all the specific requirements of Porsche.
fUse only a battery that meets the specific
requirements of your vehicle as a replacement.
We recommend that you use an Orignal
Porsche battery.
fPlease observe the disposal instructions for
batteries!

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
Putting vehicle into operationAfter the battery is connected or after an exhaus-
tively discharged battery is charged, the multi-
functional PSM light lights up on the instrument
panel and a message appears on the on-board
computer to indicate a fault.
This fault can be remedied with a few simple
steps:
1. Start the engine.
2. With the vehicle stationary, perform a few
steering movements to the left and right and
then drive a short distance in a straight line
until the multifunctinal PSM light goes out and
the message on the on-board computer
disappears.
3. If the warnings do not disappear, then:
Drive carefully to the nearest qualified
specialist workshop.
Have the fault remedied.
4. After the warnings disappear, stop the vehicle
in a suitable place.
5. Perform adaptation of the power windows:
Please observe the chapter “STORING END
POSITION OF THE WINDOWS” on Page 29.Ignition key/ignition lock
fDo not insert the ignition key into the ignition
lock if the vehicle battery is discharged.
The ignition key can no longer be removed.
The key cannot be removed until the vehicle elec-
trical system is supplied with power again.
fPlease observe the chapter “EMERGENCY UN-
LOCKING OF THE FRONT LUGGAGE COMPART-
MENT LID” on Page 248.
6. Please observe the chapter “JUMP LEAD
STARTING” on Page 256.

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257
3. Run the engine of the donor car at a higher
speed.
4. Start the engine.
An attempted start using jump leads should
not last more than 15 seconds. Then allow a
waiting period of at least one minute.
5.Note
Before disconnecting the jump leads, electrical
loads such as the heated rear window and the
heating fan blower should be switched on (the
vehicle’s lights must not be switched on). This
reduces voltage peaks which may occur when
disconnecting the jump leads.
With the engine running, remove both jump
leads in reverse order.

Index
293
Warning light ........................................ 86
Cooling system .....................................86
, 186
Cruise control ............................................... 82
Cupholder .................................................. 144
DDashboard ................................................... 72
Data bank .................................................. 278
Defrosting windows .............................130
, 133
Diagnostic socket .................................15, 247
Diagrams ................................................... 288
Dimensions ................................................ 287
Dipped beam .............................................. 261
Door ............................................................ 25
Guard lights ........................................ 271
Handles................................................ 25
Locks...........................................25, 212
Mirror heating ....................................... 33
Windows ....................... 25
, 28, 170
, 214
Driving hints ................................................. 12
Driving in winter .......................................... 168
Driving performance ................................... 285
Drop-center rim .......................................... 234
DVD Navigation........................................... 152
EElectrical system ........................................ 246
Emergency flasher ...................................... 137
Emergency operation
Central locking................................19
, 22
Convertible top ................................... 173
Lids ................................................... 248
Tank cap ............................................ 197Emergency program, Tiptronic .....................168
Emergency service......................................220
Emergency starting with jump leads .............256
Emergenzy operation....................................22
Emission control system ........... 7
, 90, 200
, 201
Engine
Checking the oil level ...........................111
Exhaust ..................................................8
Number ..............................................279
Oil consumption ....................................14
Oil level indicator.................................111
Oils ....................................................286
Speeds ................................................14
Starting ................................................74
Switching off.........................................74
Engine compartment
Blower .......................................... 77, 86
Lid ............................................ 151, 203
Lid warning light ..................................150
Environment ...................................................6
FFire extinguisher .........................................147
Flat tire ......................................................238
Floor mats ..................................................217
Fog lights .................................. 124
, 266
, 269
Footwell light ..............................................270
Front lid......................................................151
Fuel ................................................ 4
, 88, 196
Containers ..............................................8
Economy ............................................194
Evaporation ........................................202
Level gauge ..........................................88
Level warning light................................88Portable Containers ............................ 199
Recommendation ....................... 198
, 199
Tank.......................................... 196, 197
Function keys ............................................... 40
Fuses ........................................................ 247
GGarage door opener................................... 158
Garage lift ................................................. 237
Gearchanging ............................................ 161
Glove compartment .................................... 143
Gong .............................. 75
, 76, 94, 123
, 124
Ground clearance ........................................... 8
HHandbrake ................................................... 57
Hardtop ..................................................... 178
Headlights ......................................... 125
, 261
Adjusting ................................... 272, 273
Cleaning system ................. 126
, 202
, 286
Heated rear window...................... 33
, 181
, 182
Heating ............................................. 130, 133
High beam
Indicator light ....................................... 85
Lever......................................... 124, 125
Home mode............................................... 124
HomeLink .................................................. 158
Hoods ............................................... 148, 151
Horn ..................................................... 15, 21

294IIdentifikation number................................... 278
Ignition lock............................. 74
, 76, 77, 163
Immobilizer .................................................. 17
Instrument
Illumination ........................................... 82
Lights ................................................ 124
Panel ................................................... 79
Interior lights .............................................. 271
Interior mirror ............................................... 30
JJump lead starting ...................................... 256KKeylock...................................................... 163
Keys ............................................................ 17
with remote control ............................... 18LLATCH System.............................................. 55
Leather care............................................... 216
License plate light....................................... 124
Lids ...................................................148
, 151
Emergency unlocking.......................... 248
Light
Flasher................................ 85
, 124
, 125
Low beam ..................................124, 125
Switch................................................ 125
Light alloy wheels ....................................... 216
Inscription .......................................... 234
Load switch-off ........................................... 246Loading information .................................... 235
Locking ................................................. 20
, 23
Luggage
Net ........................................... 146, 205
Luggage compartment ............... 152
, 153
, 270
Lid warning light.................................. 150
Lids ................................................... 150
MMaintenance ............................................... 184
Make-up mirror ............................................. 41
Maximum permitted engine speeds ....... 14
, 162
Mirrors ......................................................... 31
Anti-glare .............................................. 30
Multi-Functional steering wheel
Function keys........................................ 40
NNavigation .................................................. 154
Notes on
Car care ............................................. 209
Maintenance ....................................... 184
Number plate light ............................. 124
, 269
OOctane rating..................................... 198
, 199
Off delay .................................................... 124
Oil ............................................................. 286
Checking level .................................... 111
Consumption ........................................ 14
Level checks ...................................... 189
Level indicator .................................... 111On-board computer .................................. 8
, 92
Basic settings .....................................113
Language versions ..............................113
On-board literature ..........................................2
Orientation light ..........................................141
Outside temperatur indicator..........................89
PPaint
Care...................................................209
Data ...................................................279
ParkAssistant................................................70
Parking
Aids .....................................................70
Assistant ..............................................71
Brake ...................................................57
Light ..................................................124
Particle filter ...............................................208
Plastic parts ...............................................215
Platform lift.................................................237
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM)......................................67
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) .......8
Porsche Communication Management ..... 8
, 154
Porsche Stability Management (PSM) ..............64
Information light ....................................66
Power measurements ..................................184
Power steering fluid level .................... 207, 286
Power windows .............................. 25
, 28, 170
Practical tips ..............................................220

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