2009 PORSCHE 911 Headlight

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Bulb chart
Ty p e , r a t i n g
Low beam Philips, D2S 35W
Additional high beam without cornering light H11, 55W
Additional high beam with cornering light H7 LL, 55 W
Turn signal indicator light, side WY5W
License plate light C5W
Lights, Replacing Bulbs
Warning!
Risk of short circuit.
fAlways switch off the relevant consumer when
changing bulbs.
Risk of serious personal injury or death.
The Bi Xenon headlights are under high
voltage when installed.
fBe careful during all work in the area of the Bi
Xenon headlights.
Risk of damage. Bulbs of a higher wattage
can damage the lamp housing.
fOnly the bulbs shown in the chart may be used.
fNew bulbs must be clean and free from oil,
grease and fingerprints. Therefore, never
touch bulbs with your bare hands.
Use a cloth or soft paper while replacing bulbs.

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Headlights
Caution!
Risk of damage to headlights due to exces-
sive temperatures and abrasion.
fTo ensure optimum ventilation, do not cover
the gap between headlight and body
(e.g. “stone guards” or films).
fUse soapy water only to clean light lenses and
plastic headlight lenses.
In no case may chemical cleaners or other vol-
atile cleaning fluids be used.
fTo prevent scratches, do not rub with a dry or merely moist cloth, tissue or insect sponges.
Removing headlights1. Unscrew plastic nut A.
Detach the side carpeting.2. Remove rubber plug B from the unlocking
opening.

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3. Place socket wrench (tool kit) on the unlocking
spindle.
The handle of the wrench should point horizon-
tally to the rear.
4. Turn socket wrench approx. 180° A. The
headlight is unlocked and pushed forward
slightly during this process.
5. Turn socket wrench back until it is pointing
vertically downward B and leave in position.
6. The headlight is now unlocked and can be
pulled forward out of the fender.
Installing1. Insert headlight into the guide rails and push
fully into the fender.
2. Push headlight to the rear and at the same
time turn the socket wrench until it points
horizontally to the rear C.
The headlight locking device must perceptibly
and audibly engage.
3. Insert the rubber plug into the unlocking
opening and secure the carpet.
Check the function of all lights.
Low beam, high beam and additional high
beamOpening the lid of the headlight housing
1. Unscrew the 4 screws A.
2. First lift release tab B, then push both release
tabs C upwards and take off lid.

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Changing bulb for additional high beam
(without cornering light
1. Turn the bulb holder.
Turn it counter-clockwise on the left headlight
and clockwise on the right headlight.
Take bulb holder out of the headlight housing.2. Pull both plug release tabs apart.
Pull plug out of the bulb holder.
3. Replace the defective bulb with bulb holder.
4. Reassemble in reverse order.Closing lid of headlight housing
1. Push on lid until it perceptibly engages.
2. Fasten lid with the 4 screws.

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Adjusting HeadlightsfPlease see the chapter “LIGHTS, REPLACING
BULBS” on Page 269.
Adjustment
The adjustment is made with the vehicle ready to
drive and the fuel tank completely filled.
The driver’s seat must be loaded by a person or a
165 lbs. (75 kg) weight and the tire pressures
must meet the prescribed values.
After being loaded, the car must be rolled a few
meters so that the suspension can settle.
For checking the headlight adjustment, the verti-
cal position of the cutoff of the lowbeam (see fig.)
has to be projected on a vertical screen (wall) in
distance of 24.6 ft. (7.5 m) from the front lens of
the headlamp.
The correct position of the cutoff is 2.0 in. (5 cm)
at 24.6 ft. or 7.5 m (0.4°) below a horizontal line,
x cm from ground to the center of the headlamp
lens.Lateral adjustment of the headlights should be
carried out at a specialist workshop with an optical
adjustment unit.
Distance
Visual aim shall be performed at not less than
24.6 ft./7.5 m (this value is a rounded down con-
version from the 25-foot distance typical of field
aim using a screen). The 24.6 ft./7.5 m distance
is measured from the headlamp lens to the view-
ing screen.

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Floor
The surface upon which the vehicle rests is flat
and approximately level.
Screen
The screen upon which headlamp beams are pro-
jected is perpendicular to the floor and the vehi-
cle’s longitudinal axis, flat, uniformly light in color,
unobstructed, and wide and high enough to ac-
commodate the vehicle beam patterns to be
aimed.
The screen should be wide enough to provide at
least 3.3 ft. (1 m) of space outboard of the vehi-
cle’s headlamp spacing.
Adjustment screws
fDetach side carpeting in luggage compart-
ment.
Unscrew plastic nut A.
Open the cover of the appropriate adjustment
screw.
The setting is adjusted by turning the hexagon
socket screws right or left, as appropriate.
B - Headlight vertical adjustmentVertical adjustment (screw B)
fturn clockwise = beam moves down
turn counter-clockwise = beam moves up
Note
fDo not alter the lateral adjustment.

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Technical Data
CapacitiesUse only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will gladly advise you.
Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels.
EngineOil change quantity with oil filter approx. 7.9 quarts / 7.5 liters
Please see the chapter “ENGINE OIL” on Page 208.
Coolantapprox. 7.63 - 8.32 U.S. gallons / 28.9 - 31.5 liters
Manual transmission
and differential
approx. 3.17 quarts / 3.0 liters transmission oil Mobilube PTX Formula A (SAE 75W-90) GL 4.5
Porsche Doppelkupplung
Wheel setapprox. 3.12 quarts / 2.95 liters ATF transmission oil Mobilube PTX Formula A (SAE 75W-90) GL 4.5
Porsche Doppelkupplung
Clutch/hydraulic fluidapprox. 5.49 quarts / 5.2 liters Pentosin Gear Oil FFL 3
Fuel tank 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera S: approx. 16.9 U.S. gallons / 64 liters
911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Targa 4, 911 Targa 4S: approx. 17.7 U.S. gallons / 67 liters
Fuel qualityYour engine is designed to provide optimum performance and fuel economy using
unleaded premium fuel with an octane rating of 98 RON (93 CLC or AKI).
Porsche therefore recommends the use of these fuels in your vehicle.
Porsche also recognizes that these fuels may not always be available. Be assured that your vehicle
will operate properly on unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON (90 CLC or AKI),
since the engine’s “Electronic Oktane™ knock control” will adapt the ignition timing, if necessary.
Power steeringapprox. 1.35 quarts / 1.27 liters hydraulic fluid Pentosin CHF 11 S
® or Pentosin CHF 202
®
Brake fluid0.48 quarts / 0.45 liters; use only Original Porsche brake fluid
Windshield washerapprox. 6.3 quarts / 6 liters with headlight washer

Index
301
AABS (antilock brake system) .......................... 61
Warning light ........................................ 62
Adaptive sports seat..................................... 31
Adjusting Headlights.................................... 278
Advanced Airbag........................................... 45
Air conditioning compressor ................ 106, 108
Air conditioning system ............................... 106
Air distribution .................................... 106, 108
Air filter ...................................................... 222
Air intake.................................................... 109
Airbag
Advanced ............................................. 45
Cleaning covers .................................. 230
Deactivation device............................... 49
Function ............................................... 45
Maintenance ......................................... 48
Warning light .................................. 48, 56
Airbag Systems ............................................ 44
Alarm system ....................................... 23, 100
Deactivating passenger compartment
monitoring ............................................ 24
Fault indication...................................... 24
Function indication................................ 23
Not active .......................................... 258
Alcantara, cleaning ..................................... 231
Antenna ............................................. 100, 225
Antifreeze .................................................. 207
Antifreeze in coolant................................... 207
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................... 61
Warning light ........................................ 62
Ashtray ........................................................ 89
Assembly aids for wheel changes................. 249
Audio operation ...................................... 98, 99Auto-button, air conditioning.........................106
Automatic
Air conditioning system........................106
Anti-glare mirrors ..................................28
Car washes ........................................225
Door locking ...................................18, 22
Garage door .........................................78
Headlight adjustment.............................81
Speed control .........................86, 87, 116
Transmission ......................................170
Automatic locking retractor............................53
Automatic speed control..............................116
Indicator light ......................................116
Average consumption ..........................127, 157
Average speed ...................................127, 157BBackrest
Adjustment ...........................................30
Release ................................................30
Battery .......................................................261
Care...................................................262
Charge state.......................................261
Charging ............................................262
Putting vehicle into operation ...............263
Remote control ...................................266
Removing ...........................................264
Replacing ...........................................263
Warning light.......................................124
Winter operation..................................263
Before driving off ........................................ 8, 9
Belts ............................................................41
Cleaning .............................................231
Height adjustment .................................43Tensioner ............................................ 41
Warning light ........................................ 42
Blower adjustment...................................... 109
Blower speed adjustment............................ 107
Brake
Break in ............................................... 10
Pads ................................................... 60
Pedal................................................... 59
Wear ................................................... 60
Brake fluid
Changing ........................................... 213
Checking level .................................... 212
Level ................................................. 212
Warning light ...................................... 213
Brake light ................................................. 277
Brake light, additional ................................. 277
Brakes ...................................................... 212
Brake circuit division warning light ....... 213
Brake warning light............................. 125
Fluid .......................................... 212, 290
Fluid warning light............................... 213
Function .............................................. 58
New brake pads or linings ..................... 60
Pads ................................................... 10
Parking brake....................................... 57
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB) .................................................. 4
Roller brake tester................................ 63
Test stand ........................................... 68
Break in brakes ............................................ 10
Break in hints ............................................... 10
Bulbs, replacing ......................................... 269