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fAlways monitor your fuel consumption.fDrive smoothly, avoid abrupt changes in speed as much as possible.fAvoid jack rabbit starts and sudden stops.fDo not drive longer than necessary in the lower gears. Shifting into a higher gear early without lugging the engine will help save fuel.fProlonged “warm up” idling wastes gas. Start the vehicle just before you are ready to drive. Accelerate slowly and smoothly.fSwitch off the engine if stationary for longer periods.fAny additional weight carried in the vehicle reduces fuel economy. Always keep cargo to a minimum and remove all unnecessary items.fOrganize your trips to take in several errands in one trip.fAll electrical accessories contribute to increased fuel consumption.fOnly switch on the air conditioning when necessary.fDo not drive with the Roof Transport System mounted unless you need it.
The EPA estimated miles per gallon (mpg) is to be used for comparison purposes, actual mileage may be different from the estimated mpg, depending on your driving speed, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage may be less than the estimated mpg.fPlease observe all local and national speed limits.
Operating Your Porsche in other
Countries
Government regulations in the United States and Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, cars built for the U.S. and Canada differ from vehicles sold in other countries.
If you plan to take your Porsche outside the continental limits of the United States or Canada, there is the possibility that:– Unleaded fuel may not be available,– Unleaded fuel may have a considerably lower octane rating. Excessive engine knock and serious damage to both engine and catalytic converters could result,– Service may be inadequate due to lack of proper service facilities, tools or diagnostic equipment,– Replacement parts may not be available or very difficult to get.
Porsche cannot be responsible for the mechanical damage that could result because of inadequate fuel, service or parts availability.
If you purchased your Porsche abroad and want to bring it back home, be sure to find out about shipping and forwarding requirements, as well as current import and customs regulations.
Fuel
When the ignition is on, the fuel level is displayed on the instrument panel.fPlease see the chapter “FUEL GAUGE” on page 90.
fFire, open flame and smoking are prohibited when handling fuel.
Fuel and fuel vapors are hazardous to health.fAvoid contact with skin or clothing, since injury to your skin may occur.fDo not inhale fuel vapors, since they may make you ill and possibly cause death if inhalation is prolonged and occurs in a closed space.
To prevent damage to the emission control system and engine:fNever drive the tank dry.fAvoid high cornering speeds after the warning lights have come on.
fPlease see the chapter “FUEL ECONOMY” on page 226.
Check engine warning light
If the warning lights in the instrument panel come on and remain on while driving, it suggests: – a potential engine control problem and the need for system service or – an improperly fastened tank cap or
refueling with engine running.
Refueling Fire Risk
Fuel Vapors and Skin Contact
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It is important that the service intervals, particularly the oil change intervals, are observed in accordance with the specifications in the “Maintenance” booklet.
Refueling
The RF energy from a cellphone can cause a sparking on bare metal, much like aluminum foil in a microwave oven. The spark could ignite gasoline fumes present while refueling.fDo not use a cellphone while pumping gas.
Static discharge from your body can ignite gasoline fumes present when you get back out of the vehicle and touch the fuel nozzle.fDo not re-enter the vehicle while pumping gas.
1. Stop the engine and switch off the ignition. 2. Open the filler flap by pressing on the rear part of the filler flap ( arrow). The vehicle must be unlocked.
3. Slowly open and remove the tank cap. Put the tank cap into the holder ( arrow). 4. Insert the pump nozzle fully into the filler neck. The handle of the pump nozzle must point downwards.
Total capacity – approx. 18.0 US gallons (68 liters), including approx. 3.17 US gallons (12 liters) reserve
Refueling Fires / Cellphones
Refueling Fires / Static Electricity
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Fuel Recommendations
Your Porsche is equipped with catalytic converters and must use UNLEADED FUEL WITHOUT METALLIC ADDITIVES ONLY .
Your engine is designed to provide optimum performance and fuel economy using unleaded premium fuel with an octane rating of 98 RON/ 88 MON (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/ 85MON (90 CLC or AKI) , since the engine’s “Electronic Octane™ knock control” will adapt the ignition timing, if necessary.
If fuels of less than 95 RON/85 MON (90 CLC or AKI) are used however, this could reduce performance and increase fuel consumption.fAvoid driving at full throttle.
It is important to observe the regular service intervals, and particularly the oil change intervals, specified in the “Maintenance” booklet.
The use of UNLEADED FUEL WITHOUT METALLIC ADDITIVES ONLY is critically important to the life of the catalytic converters. Deposits from leaded fuels or metallic additives will ruin the converters and make them ineffective as an emission control device. Metallic additives can cause serious engine damage.
Cars with catalytic converters have a smaller fuel tank opening, and gas station pumps that dispense unleaded fuel have smaller nozzles. This will prevent accidental pumping of leaded fuel into cars with catalytic converters.
Unleaded fuels may not be available outside the continental U.S. and Canada. Therefore, we recommend you do not take your car to areas or countries where unleaded fuel may not be available.
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In some countries the available fuel quality may not meet the requirements of your Porsche vehicle and can result in coking inside or around the injector bores or other serious damage to the engine, fuel system or exhaust system.
In this case, the fuel may be mixed only with the additive sold and recommended by Porsche after consulting your authorized Porsche dealer.
Porsche part number 000 043 206 89.fObserve the instructions and mixture ratios stated on the container.
It is important that the service intervals, particularly the oil change intervals, are observed in accordance with the specifications in the “Maintenance” booklet.
Risk of destruction of the engine, fuel system or exhaust system if non-approved additives are used.fUse only additives approved by Porsche. The use of other additives can result in destruction of the engine, fuel system or exhaust system of your vehicle.
Octane ratings
Octane rating indicates a fuel’s ability to resist detonation. Therefore, buying the correct octane gas is important to prevent engine “damage”.
The RON octane rating is based on the research method. The CLC (U.S. Cost of Living Council octane rating) or AKI ( antiknock index) octane rating usually displayed on U.S. fuel pumps is calculated as research octane number plus motor octane number, divided by 2, that is written as:
The CLC or AKI octane rating is usually lower than the RON rating:
For example: 95 RON equals 90 CLC or AKI.
Fuels containing ethanol
Do not use any fuels containing more than 15 percent ethanol by volume.
We recommend, however, to change to a different fuel or station if any of the following problems occur with your vehicle: – Deterioration of drivability and performance. – Substantially reduced fuel economy. – Vapor lock and non-start problems, especially at high altitude or at high temperature. – Engine malfunction or stalling.
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Exercise Extreme Caution when
Working on your vehicle
The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do not attempt the adjustments described on the following pages.This caution applies to the entire vehicle.
Many vehicle fluids are highly flammable, e. g. fuel, engine and transmission oil. Fuel vapors can cause an explosion. When a battery is being charged, highly explosive gases can develop.fDo not smoke or allow an open flame around the battery or fuel.Pay attention to sparks, e. g. when coming into contact with cables.Keep a fire extinguisher close at hand.fEnsure that there are no open flames in the area of your vehicle at any time when fuel fumes might be present. Be especially cautious of devices such as hot water heaters which ignite a flame intermittently.fOnly work on your vehicle outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
Refill fluids, e. g. engine oil, brake fluid or coolant are hazardous to health (poisonous, irritant, caustic).fKeep these fluids out of children's reach and dispose of them in accordance with the appropriate regulations.fOnly work on your vehicle outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
Engine exhaust is dangerous if inhaled. Engine exhaust fumes have many components which you can smell. They also contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is a colorless and odorless gas.Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even death if inhaled.fOnly work on your vehicle outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
The engine and surroundings components, the exhaust system and coolant become very hot when the engine is running.
The coolant reservoir is pressurized. Careless opening of the coolant reservoir can lead to hot coolant suddenly spraying out.
fTake care when working near hot parts of the vehicle, in particular engine parts and parts of the exhaust system.fBefore working in the engine compartment, always switch the engine off and let it cool sufficiently.fAllow the engine to cool down before opening the cap of the coolant reservoir and protect your hands, arms and face from any possible escape of hot coolant.
Take great care to ensure that hands, fingers, articles of clothing (e. g. ties, sleeves, etc.), necklaces or long hair cannot be caught up by the radiator fans, drive belt or other moving parts.
The radiator fans in the front of the vehicle may be operating or unexpectedly start operating when the engine is switched on.fExercise extreme care that parts of the body, articles of clothing or jewelry do not get caught in the radiator fan, drive belt or other moving parts.fCarry out work in these areas only with the engine off and exercise extreme caution.
When the ignition is on, all cables and wires of the ignition system carry a high voltage.fExercise special care when working on the ignition system.
Fire and Explosion Hazards
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Fluid Health Hazards
Exhaust Gas Inhalation
Hot Engine Parts, Exhaust System and Fluids
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Moving Engine Parts
Electric Shock from Ignition System
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If the vehicle is not secured, or incorrectly secured, during repair work, it could move unexpectedly or fall from the car jack or car lift.fBe alert and cautious around the engine at all times while it is running. If you have to work on the engine while it is running, always apply the electric parking brake and put the PDK selector lever in position P or N.fAlways support your car with safety stands if it is necessary to work under the car. The jack supplied with the car is not adequate for this purpose.Switch off level control of air suspension and height adjustment.Please see the chapter “RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM, TROLLEY JACK OR STANDARD JACK” on page 254.fJack up the vehicle only at the specified jacking points on the underside of the vehicle.fNever start the engine when the vehicle is jacked or lifted up. Vibration from the engine could cause the vehicle to fall.fWhen working under the car without safety stands but with the wheels on the ground, make sure the car is on level ground, the wheels are blocked, and that the engine cannot be started.Withdraw ignition keys (switch ignition off in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive).
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fIncomplete or improper servicing may cause problems in the operation of the car. If in doubt about any servicing, have it done by your authorized Porsche dealer.Improper maintenance during the warranty period may affect your Porsche warranty coverage.fSome countries require additional tools and special spare parts to be carried in your vehicle. Please make enquiries before driving abroad.
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The engine-compartment blowers are mounted under the engine compartment lid.After the engine is switched off, the engine compartment temperature is monitored for approx. 30 minutes.During this period, and depending on temperature, the engine-compartment blowers may continue to run or start to run.fCarry out work in this area only with the engine off and exercise extreme caution.
The radiators and radiator fans are in the front of the vehicle.The radiator fans in the front of the vehicle may be operating or unexpectedly start operating when the engine is switched on.fCarry out work in these areas only with the engine switched off.fTake great care to ensure that parts of the body, items of clothing or jewelery cannot be drawn in by the radiator fan, engine-compartment blower, drive belt or other moving parts.
Measurements on test stands
Performance test
Performance tests on roller-type test stands are not approved by Porsche.
Brake tests
Brake tests must be performed only on roller-type test stands.
The following limit values must not be exceeded on roller-type test stands: – Test speed 4.7 mph (7.5 km/h)– Test duration 20 seconds
Testing the electric parking brake
Electric parking brake tests on the brake test stand must only be performed with the ignition switched on and the Porsche Doppelkupplung selector lever in position N. The vehicle switches automatically to brake test stand mode, in which the electric parking brake can be tested.The message “ Electric parking brake in service mode ” appears on the multi-function display in the instrument panel.
Balancing wheels on the vehicle
During finish balancing of the wheels, the entire vehicle must be lifted and the wheels must be free to turn.
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The tools required for changing a wheel (e.g. jack, wheel bolt wrench, assembly aids) are not supplied as standard with the vehicle. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you.
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fBefore you change a wheel, be sure the ground is level and firm. If necessary, use a board under the jack to ensure that the jack does not sink into the ground.fSet the electric parking brake and block the wheels opposite the flat tire on the other side of the vehicle.fThe jack is only to be used for changing a wheel. Do not use it as a support to work under the car.fThe car must be jacked up only at the illustrated jacking points. Lifting at any other place may result in personal injury.
Risk of damage to the engine or vehicle if you lift the vehicle improperly.fThe car must be jacked up only at the illustrated jacking points. Lifting at any other place may result in damage to the vehicle.fNever jack up the car by the body, bumpers, engine, transmission or at the axles.fDo not damage any sensitive components in the vicinity of the jacking points.fFor safety reasons do not use tire inflating bot-tles. Do not use commercially available sealant bottles. Use only the tire inflating bottle located in the luggage compartment.
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The tools required for changing a wheel (e.g. jack, wheel bolt wrench, assembly aids) are not supplied as standard with the vehicle. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you.
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The tire and wheel sizes on both axles are different.fDo not fit the wrong wheels on the wrong axle.fOnly use wheels/tires with approved dimensions for the relevant axle.
Sequence of operation
The jack must be used only to raise the car for wheel changing. The jack must never be used as a support to work underneath the vehicle. If the jack is accidentally dislodged, you or bystanders could suffer severe personal injury.fNever jack up other vehicles or other loads with the jack.fAlways place the car on stable supports if you have to work under it. When working under the vehicle, always use safety stands specifically designed for this purpose.
fPlease use a suitable knee rest to protect your clothing against soiling.1. Activate the electric parking brake and move the PDK selector lever to position P. Remove the ignition key or control unit on vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive.2. Switch on the emergency flasher if necessary.
3. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away, e.g. by means of wedges under the wheels on the opposite side.This is particularly important on slopes.4. Slightly loosen the wheel bolts on the wheel to be changed.5. Lift the vehicle only at the specified jacking points.6. Raise the vehicle until the wheel lifts off the ground. fPlease see the chapter “RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM, TROLLEY JACK OR STANDARD JACK” on page 254.7. Remove 1 or 2 wheel bolts (see corresponding figure).NOTICE
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If a wheel needs to be changed, the procedure described below must be adhered to exactly, as otherwise the wheel may loosen, resulting in damage. Porsche cannot be held liable if this happens.To achieve the high tightening torque required for the central bolt, a suitable, commercially available 443 ftlb. (600 Nm) torque wrench must be used. Alternatively, a corresponding tool with torque multiplier (part no. 997.450.323.90) is available from Porsche Motorsport. When a torque multiplier is used, the torque must be reduced in accordance with the tool’s operating instructions.
When loosening and fastening the wheel, a second person is needed to prevent the wheel from turning by firmly braking it.
The high mounting forces involved can cause the vehicle to roll away and slip off the jack.fAlways use a lifting platform if there is one available.
Risk of damage due to vehicle tipping over or falling off lifting equipment or using the wrong tool.
The high mounting forces involved can cause the vehicle to roll away and slip off the jack. An impact wrench can damage the central lock.fAlways use a lifting platform if there is one available.fDo not use an impact wrench .
1. Apply the electric parking brake, move the PDK selector lever to position P and remove the key from the ignition.2. Secure the vehicle carefully in both directions to prevent it from rolling away, e.g. using wedges at the wheels on the opposite side.This is particularly important on slopes.3. Raise the vehicle until the wheel lifts off the ground. Lift the vehicle only at the specified jacking points.fPlease see the chapter “RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM, TROLLEY JACK OR STANDARD JACK” on page 254.
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The vehicle must not be standing on the wheel to be secured during fitting.
4. Open the luggage compartment and lift the plastic cover A. Please see the chapter “TIRE FILLING COMPRESSOR” on page 198.Open the receptacle B and remove the polygon tool.The central bolt must only be opened using this original polygon tool. Always leave the polygon tool in the luggage compartment to ensure that it is always available in the event of a breakdown.
Risk of damage from scratching.fProceed with care when removing the wheel-hub cap.
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Flat Tire
1.Stop the vehicle as far away from the driving lane as possible.The vehicle must be parked on a firm and flat surface offering adequate grip.2. Switch emergency flasher on. 3. Apply the parking brake. 4. Move the PDK selector lever to position P. 5. Straighten the front wheels. 6. Remove the ignition key, or the control unit on vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive, in order to lock the steering and prevent the engine from being started.7. Get all passengers to leave the vehicle. 8. Set up the warning triangle at a suitable distance.
Filling in tire sealant
The tire sealant can be found in the right-hand box in the luggage compartment. The compressor is located under the cover in the luggage compartment.
The tire sealant can be used to seal small cuts, especially in the tire tread.
Sealing the tire with the tire sealant is only an emergency solution so you can drive to the nearest workshop. Even if the tire is air-tight, it may only be used for short journeys in an emergency.
The tire sealant set comprises: – a filler bottle– a filler hose– a valve turner– a spare valve insert– a sticker with the maximum permitted speed– a compressor– operating instructions
Always observe the following points:fUse the tire sealant only in the case of cuts or punctures no larger than 0.15 in. (4 mm).fNever use the tire sealant if the rim is damaged.
The sealant is highly flammable and harmful to health.fFire, naked flame and smoking are prohibited when handling tire sealant.fAvoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing due to caustic chemical properties of the tire sealant.fKeep tire sealant away from children.fDo not inhale vapors, due to the consequent harm to personal health resulting in serious personal injury or death.
In the event of contact with sealant:
fIf sealant gets on your skin or into your eyes, thoroughly rinse the affected part of your body immediately with plenty of water.fChange soiled clothing immediately.fSee a doctor immediately in the event of an allergic reaction.fIf sealant is swallowed, thoroughly rinse out the mouth without delay and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting.See a doctor immediately.
Limits on Tire Sealant Use
Tire Sealant Flammability
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