Maintenance, Car Care
249 Maintenance, Car Care
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your
Vehicle ...................................................... 250
Engine Oil Level ......................................... 252
Engine Oil Recommendation ........................ 254
Coolant Level ............................................. 256
Brake-Fluid Level ........................................ 258
Washer Fluid .............................................. 259
Power Steering .......................................... 260
Air Cleaner ................................................ 261
Particle Filter ............................................. 261
Automatic Transmission Fluid ...................... 261
Wiper Blades ............................................. 262
Fuel Economy ............................................ 265
Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ... 265
Fuel........................................................... 266
Fuel Recommendations............................... 269
Portable Fuel Containers ............................. 270
Fuel Evaporation Control ............................. 270
Emission Control System ............................ 271
Car Care Instructions.................................. 273
Maintenance, Car Care
261
Air CleanerRegular replacement of the filter element is part of
servicing.
fIn dusty conditions, clean the filter element
more frequently and replace if necessary.
Further important information concerning “mainte-
nance” can be found in a separate chapter.
fPlease observe the chapter “EXERCISE
EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR
VEHICLE” on Page 250.
Particle FilterThe fresh air passing through the particle filter into
the passenger compartment is virtually free of
dust and pollen.
fIf the outside air is polluted by exhaust fumes,
press the circulating-air button.
A dirty filter can be the cause of reduced air
throughput.
fHave filter replaced by your authorized
Porsche dealer.
Regular replacement of the filter is part of servic-
ing.
Automatic Transmission Fluid The torque converter and the transmission are lu-
bricated with Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF).
fPlease observe the chapter “CAPACITIES” on
Page 371.
Do not tow the car or run the engine without ATF
in the transmission. The automatic transmission
may be damaged by even a tiny speck of dirt, only
a clean funnel or spout must be used when adding
AT F.
The ATF and transmission oil has to be checked
and changed at the intervals listed in your Mainte-
nance Schedule.
We recommend that you have the ATF and trans-
mission oil changed at your Porsche dealer, who
has the required lubricants and the necessary fill-
ing equipment.
If you suspect an oil leak in the transmission, have
your authorized Porsche dealer check it out imme-
diately.
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Maintenance, Car Care
Storing your PorscheIf 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 un-
der 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 pis-
ton shafts.The vehicle should be moved slight-
ly, approximately every four weeks, to prevent
flat spot on the tires.Climate control
The air conditioning system should be in good
working 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 “CHARGE STATE”
on Page 332.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 roof must be closed.
The air vents should be opened.
Vehicle Identification, Technical Data
371
CapacitiesUse only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you.
Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels.1 Depending on equipment levelEngine oil change quantity without oil filter
approx. 8.5 quarts (8.0 liters)
Engine oil change quantity with oil filter approx. 9.0 quarts (8.5 litres)
Reference indication is the level on the oil dipstick.
Please observe the chapter “ENGINE OIL LEVEL” on Page 252.
Coolant
1)
approx. 4.8 – 5.5 U.S. gallons (18 - 21 liters)
Automatic transmission with torque converter approx. 10.6 quarts (10.0 liters)
Tr a n s f e r b o x
approx. 0.9 quarts (0.85 liter)
Front-axle differential approx. 1.1 quarts (1.0 liter)
Rear-axle differential
approx. 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters)
Locking rear differential approx. 1.7 quarts (1.6 liters)
Fuel tank
approx. 26.4 U.S. gallons (100 liters),
including approx. 3 U.S. gallons (12 liters) reserve
Fuel quality The engine is designed to provide optimum performance and fuel consumption if unleaded premi-
um fuel with 98 RON/88 MON is used.
If unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON/85 MON are used, the engine's
“Electronic Oktane™ knock control“ automatically adapts the ignition timing.
Power steering
approx. 1.6 quarts (1.5 liters) Pentosin CHF 11 S
®
Brake fluid approx. 1.0 quart (0.95 liter)
Use only Original Porsche brake fluid.Window/headlight washer system
approx. 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters)
Index
383
Off-road driving ........................................... 236
Recommendation ................................ 237
Off-road shifting
Limit speed ............................... 223
, 226
Oil ............................................................. 251
Change .............................................. 255
Consumption ........................................ 14
Dipstick .............................................. 253
Filler opening ...................................... 253
Performance class .............................. 255
Temperature gauge.............................. 84
Topping up ......................................... 253
Viscosity ............................................ 255
Oil level
Checking ............................................ 252
On-board computer.............................. 90, 200
Basic Screens ...................................... 91
Clock ................................................. 114
Collapsible spare wheel ....................... 105
Comfort ............................................. 116
Factory settings .................................. 121
Language ........................................... 120
Level.................................................... 98
Lighting .............................................. 119
Load .................................................. 106
Locks/reduction ................................... 99
Main menu............................................ 92
Operation, controls ............................... 90
Settings ............................................. 114
Spare wheel ....................................... 105
System .............................................. 107
Telephone ............................................ 93
Tire pressure ............................. 100, 102
Tire sealant/sealing set ....................... 106Tire type.............................................103
Units ..................................................120
Vehicle info ...........................................97
Warnings ..............................................98
Operating in other countries.........................265
Oxygen sensor ...........................................272
PPaint ..........................................................276
Panic button .................................................18
Panorama roof system................................167
Comfort function .................................169
ParkAssist ................................173
, 175
, 211
Parking ......................................................220
Parking aid ..........................................38, 173
Parking brake ...............................................74
Test stand ..........................................235
Warning light................................75, 126
Parking heater ............................................153
Activating the memory .........................156
Faults .................................................157
Programming.............................154, 155
Switching on and off ............................154
Parking light ...............................................133
Particle filter ...............................................261
PASM ................................................227, 247
Display ...............................................247
Indicator light ......................................127
Warning light.......................................247
Passenger compartment .............................209
Passenger compartment monitoring system
..................24
, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 35
Passenger-seat drawer .......................188
, 191
PCM...........................................................186Person buttons ............................................ 37
Plastic parts .............................................. 279
Polishing.................................................... 276
Porsche Active Suspension
Management..................................... 227
, 247
Display .............................................. 247
Indicator light ..................................... 127
Warning light ...................................... 247
Porsche Communication Management ......... 186
Porsche Down-Hill Assistant ........................ 235
Porsche Entry & Drive .................. 22
, 23, 194
Immobilizer .......................................... 23
Opening/locking rear window ................ 22
Opening/locking spare wheel bracket .... 22
Porsche Stability Management
.............................................. 227
, 230
, 313
Deactivating ....................................... 232
Indicator light ..................................... 126
Multifunctional light ............................. 232
Off road ............................................. 231
Switching on ...................................... 232
Warning light ........................ 80
, 82, 126
Porsche Traction Management ........... 227, 228
Power measurement .................................. 250
Power steering .......................................... 260
Power windows .............................. 33
, 34, 35
Comfort function (windows) ............ 34, 35
One-touch operation ............................. 34
Opening/closing windows ..................... 33
Readiness for operation ........................ 33
Storing end position............................. 35
Switching off (rear)............................... 35
Power-transmission .................................... 227
Preservation .............................................. 276