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WindstopfMake sure that all windstop parts are fastened
securely, especially when driving with the
convertible top open.
Note
When the convertible top is closed, it is a good
idea to remove the center section of the windstop
to permit good ventilation of the interior or for
demisting the rear window.
This is particularly the case in cold, wet weather.
Removing outer windstop partsfPress windstop parts to the rear and up out of
the roll-over bar and take it out.Installing outer windstop partsfFirst insert the windstop parts in the roll-over
bar from the rear, then push it up into the bar.
fMake sure that the three plastic tongues A fully
engage in the roll-over bar.
Removing central section of windstop
parts fPress release buttons B and take out the
windstop toward the rear. Installing center section of windstopfFirst insert the windstop in receiver C from the
rear, then, one after the other, press forward
until both upper mounts B engage audibly.
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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
Towing Certain state statutes and local ordinances prohib-
it towing with a chain, rope or even a tow bar.
In addition, damage to your vehicle may result
from improper procedures.
Consult your authorized Porsche dealer for de-
tails. Vehicle towing Flat bed towing is the preferred type of towing to
be used on Porsche vehicles.
Under certain circumstances, wheel lifts may be
used when the vehicle will not roll.
The vehicle must be towed with all four
wheels off the ground, otherwise damage to
the vehicle may result. Towing hook The towing hook is contained in the tool box.
Caution!
Risk of damage to the vehicle.
fUse the towing hook only for an emergency to
remove the vehicle off the road. The towing
hook is to be used only to pull the vehicle onto
the flat bed, tractor or towing aparatus if the
vehicle will roll freely. Under no circumstances
is the vehicle to be secured using the towing
hook. fNever use the towing hook to tow this or any
other vehicle.
fBear in mind the limited ground clearence of
your car on uneven surfaces.
Front mounting
The towing hook is stored in the tool box in the
luggage compartment.
1. Press the lower edge of the appropriate
plastic cover into the bumper until the cover
disengages.
2. Pull cover out of the bumper and let it hang by
its thread.
3. Completely screw in the towing hook.Rear mounting
1. Remove license plate.
2. Unscrew the towing hook.
3. Insert plastic cover at the lower edge of the
opening.
4. Fold the cover up and press on its upper edge
to engage it in the bumper.
5. Completely screw in the towing hook.
