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Boxster
Boxster
Boxster
Engine management system
with electronic throttle.
The electronic engine manage -
ment system ensures optimum
engine performance under all
operating conditions. It regulates
all engine-related functions and
assemblies (see diagram). The
results: optimum performance
and torque with reduced fuel con -
sumption and emissions.
Another important function of the
system is cylinder-specific knock
control. Since the six cylinders
never all work under precisely
the same conditions, they are
monitored individually by the
knock control. If necessary, the
ignition point is shifted individu -
ally to protect the cylinders and
pistons at high engine speeds
and loads. The on-board diagnos -
tics, which are compliant with
European standards, ensure
timely detection of any faults and
defects that may occur in the
exhaust and fuel system in good
time and notify the driver
immediately. This also prevents
increased pollutant emissions
and
unnecessary fuel consumption.
Two-stage resonance intake
manifold.
The intake manifold with dual-flow
distributor pipe has an adjustment
valve which closes and opens at
set engine speeds. A t wo -stage
tuning effect creates oscillation
of the air mass in the intake
system, which in turn generates
a turbocharging effect and opti -
mises induction.
These t wo effects combine to
produce higher torque at low
engine speeds, a flat ter torque
curve, and increased power
output at high engine speeds.
The acoustic properties of the
system are second to none,
producing the characteristic
Boxster sound.
Boxster | Drive
Input data Used to regulate/control
Engine management system
ME 7.8/Boxster – SDI 3.1/Boxster S
Engine load
Lambda sensor signals
Engine speed (from crankshaft)
Inlet camshaft phase angle
Knock sensor signals
Vehicle speed
Pressures
– Engine oil
– Fuel
– Ambient air
Air-conditioning settings
Accelerator pedal
Temperatures
– Coolant
– Intake air
– Air in engine compartment
– Engine oil
– Ambient air
Ignition
Heating of lambda sensors
Fuel pump (Boxster)/fuel pumps
controlled on - demand (Boxster S)
Camshaft position
Fuel-tank venting
Engine fan
Starter
Continuously variable oil pump
Fuel pressure (Boxster S)
Throttle valve
Throt tle -valve angle
Idling via throttle valve
and ignition
Manifold injection (Boxster)/
direct fuel injection (Boxster S)
Valve lift switchover
(VarioCam Plus)
Secondary-air injection (Boxster)
CAN inter face with driving dynamics control, transmission control, immobiliser, instrument cluster, climate control,
SPORT button, SPORT PLUS button, sports exhaust system button, diagnostics, etc.
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What leads us to make a thorough-
bred roadster as comfortable as
possible? Your desire to drive it
every day, in every situation, and
in every season. So the entire
concept of the Boxster is based on intelligent function. And that ’s
evident from the interior too.
All controls are designed and
oriented around the most
important element: the driver.
At Porsche, form follows function
– and the driver.
The front centre console includes
the CDR-30 audio system with
single CD drive as standard. Or
alternatively, the optional Porsche
Communication Management
(PCM, p. 83). The climate controls,
switch panel and a storage
compartment are also integrated
into the new centre console.
The seats offer excellent support,
even during high-speed corner -
ing, and have a wide adjustment
range. The roomy interior means
that even taller drivers can
find their ideal seating position.
The steering wheel with height
and reach adjustments, and the
position of the pedals contribute
to the comfortable drive.
All materials are carefully selected
for their visual and tactile
qualities and create an unique
atmo sphere. Even when your
entire concentration is on the road.
Boxster | Comfort
Boxster interior with comfort seats with driver memory and other optional equipment
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Standard seats.
The standard seats with centre
upholstered in Alcantara of fer
a high degree of comfort with
good lateral support and opti-
mised under-seat suspension.
Through bends, your seat gives
you a feeling of securit y with-
out restriction. The seats are
equipped as standard with
manual height and fore/aft adjust -
ment and an electric backrest
adjustment, enabling virtually
every driver to find the ideal seat
position, regardless of physical
build.
Comfort seats with driver
memory.
Comfort seats with electric fore/
aft, height, backrest and lumbar
support adjustment are available
as an option. The tilt angle of the
seat squab is also electrically
adjustable. The memory function
supports the exterior mirrors
and all seat positions on the
driver’s side. Using the control
switches in the door panel, it
is possible to restore one of t wo
personalised set tings. Addition -
ally, you can store a further seat
position in each of the ignition
keys. As soon as you unlock the
door using the key remote, the
driver’s seat and exterior mirrors
resume their stored position.
Sports seats.
The optional sports seats have
firmer leather upholstery than
the standard design. Higher side
bolsters on the seat squab and
backrest provide additional lateral
support. The seat height and
fore/aft position are adjusted
manually, the backrest electrically.
Adaptive sports seats with
driver memory.
The optional adaptive sports
seats in leather upholstery
combine excellent comfort with
first-rate track performance.
Boxster | Comfort
Along with all the adjustment
features of the comfort seats,
the side bolsters on the seat
surface and backrest are indi -
vidually electrically adjustable,
for increased comfort on long
journeys and tailor-made lateral
support through bends or on
the racetrack. The memory func -
tion supports the exterior mirrors
and all driver’s seat positions,
apart from the side bolsters.
Sports bucket seats.*
For the ultimate sports experience,
you could opt for sports bucket
seats with a folding backrest,
integral thorax airbag and manual
fore/af t adjustment. The backrest
shell is made from glass/carbon-
fibre-reinforced plastic and has
a st ylish carbon -weave finish. The
backrest pivots are positioned
high in the side bolsters to provide
lateral support to the pelvic region
characteristic of a race seat. The seat upholstery is of fered
in all available leather t ypes and
colours.
Seat heating and ventilation.
As an option, all compatible
seats – apart from sports bucket
seats – can be equipped with
t wo -level seat heating. Seat venti-
lation for the standard seats and
comfort seats is also available
as an option (only in conjunction
with heated seats, automatic
climate control, and part- or full-
leather interior). A slipstream
effect evaporates perspiration
moisture – for a comfortable
seating environment. Ventilation
intensit y can be set to any of
three levels.
Materials.
As well as the leather steering
wheel rim, gear/selector lever,
handbrake lever and door handle,
the Boxster S has leather trim
on the lids of the storage com -
partments in the door and the
centre rear console. Leather
upholstery is available as an
optional extra. On request, further
trim elements can also be leather-
finished or individualised with
wood, carbon or Aluminium Look
finish. (For further information
please see pages 112 to 116 and
the Porsche Exclusive Boxster
catalogue with current price list.)
Comfort seat with driver memory Adaptive sports seat with driver memory Sports bucket seat *
Child restraint systems must not be used
in conjunction with spor ts bucket seats.
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Air conditioning.
As standard, both Boxster models
come with a quiet, efficient
air- conditioning system. Optional
climate control, with solar and
temperature sensors, ensures
even more consistent control
over the interior temperature.
Cruise control.
This optional automatic speed
controller for the 30 to 240 km/ h
(19–149 mph) range is operated
using a switch on a separate con -
trol stalk on the steering column.
Storage compartments.
The Boxster’s cleverly designed
storage compartments of fer
plent y of space, such as those in
the front centre console or the lockable glove compartment
(includes CD storage on vehicles
with optional sound system).
The storage box on the rear bulk -
head of fers additional loadspace
(except on vehicles with optional
BOSE® Surround Sound System)
along with space in the rear
centre console. Other practical
features include storage com -
partments in the doors, coat
hooks on the back of each seat
and t wo retractable cup holders
above the glove compartment.
Boxster | Comfort
‘Welcome Home’ lighting.
When the vehicle is opened or
locked using the key remote, the
standard automatic locator light -
ing switches on automatically.
This is particularly convenient at
night. In conjunction with the
optional PCM (p. 83) and Sport
Chrono Package Plus (p. 57), the
delayed lighting switch - of f period
can be adjusted as desired.
HomeLink® (programmable
garage door opener).
The optional programmable
garage door opener is integrated
into the overhead console and
remotely controls up to three
different garage doors, gates,
home lighting and/or alarm
systems.
Windscreen wipers.
The windscreen wipers with
an adjustable intermit tent wipe
speed are aerodynamic and
inconspicuous. The windscreen
washer system has t wo heated
and filtered nozzles. An inte -
grated rain sensor is available
as an option (in conjunction
with auto -dimming mirrors).
Climate control Cruise controlCup holder
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Boxster | Personalisation
Boxster
Boxster SInterior. Boxster
Boxster SInterior.
Option I no.Page
• HomeLink
® (programmable garage door opener)••608 77
• Cruise control
••454 76
• Climate control
••573 7 6 , 110
• Alarm system with interior surveillance
• –534 78
• Interior surveillance
–•534 78
•
Preparation for vehicle tracking system
••674 79
•
Fire extinguisher
••509
•
Floor mats
••810 110
Option I no.Page
• Comfort seats with driver memory
••P15 74
•
Sports seats
••P77 74 , 111
• Adaptive sports seats with driver memory
••P 01 74
• Sports bucket seats
••P03 74 , 75
• Seat heating
••342 75
•
Seat ventilation (only in conjunction with seat heating)
••5 41 75
•
Heated steering wheel (only in conjunction with seat heating)
••345 73
Floor mats Climate control Soft ruffled leather seat Sports seat
The vehicles illustrated in the chapter on Personalisation may include additional options not featured in this catalogue.
For information on these options, please contact your Porsche Centre.
For more information on the options featured in this catalogue, please refer to the separate price list.
– not available
• number/extra - cost option • standard equipment W no - cost option
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Te r m Pa g e
A
Active safet y 60
Adaptive sports seats 74
Airbags 66, 67
Anti-theft protection 78
Audio interface, universal 86
Audio system CDR-30 82
B
Bi-Xenon headlights 65
BOSE
® Surround
Sound System 88
Boxer engine 26
Braking system 61
C
CD or CD/ DVD autochanger 87
Chassis 48
Child seats 67
Climate control 76
Colours 100
Comfort seats 74
Cruise control 76
Cylinder-specific
knock control 35
D
Direct fuel injection (DFI) 28
Dry-sump lubrication,
integrated 32
Dynamic cornering lights 65
E
Electronic logbook 85
Engine cooling 33
Engine management system
with electronic throt tle 35
Environment 90
Exclusive, Porsche 119
Exhaust emission control 93
Exhaust system 38
F
Factory collection 120
Fuel 94
H
H a rd t o p 81
Headlight cleaning system 65Heated seats
75
Heated steering wheel 73
Hill -start assist 47
HomeLink
®
Garage door opener 77
Hood 80
I
Ignition system 37
Individual equipment 98
Instruments 72
L
LED day time running lights 65
Lighting concept 64
Lightweight construction 32
Luggage compartment 79
M
Maintenance 95
Manual gearbox 47
Materials 75
N
Navigation module 84
Noise 95
O
Oil supply 32
On-board computer,
integrated 72
P
Pa rk A ssist 78
Passive safet y 66
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM) 54
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) 61, 62
Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) 83
Porsche Doppelkupplung
(PDK) 42
Porsche Exclusive 119
Porsche Side Impact
Protection (POSIP) 67
Porsche Stabilit y
Management (PSM) 63, 64
R
Rear differential,
mechanically locking 54
Recycling 93
Resonance intake manifold 35
Roll-over protection 67
S
Seat ventilation 75
Service 95, 122
Servicing 39
Side windows, water- repellent 78
Six-cylinder Boxer engine 26
Sound Package Plus 87
Sport Chrono Package 56
Sport Chrono Package Plus 57
SportDesign Package 106
Sports bucket seats 75
Sports exhaust system 38
Sports seats 74
Standard seats 74
S te e r i n g 51
Steering wheels 46, 73
Storage compartments 76
T
Technical data 126
Telephone module 85
Telephone preparation 86
T V tuner 85
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
( TPM) 52
V
VarioCam Plus 36
Vehicle tracking system 79
Voice control system 85
W
‘Welcome Home’ lighting 77
W heels 52
Wind deflector 81
Wiper system 77
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