change wheel PORSCHE 911 GT3 2013 6.G Information Manual

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For the first time, 7­speed Porsche Dop ­
pelkupplung (PDK) is fit ted as standard,
with short ratios designed exclusively for
the 911 GT3. The shift throws of the
gearshift paddles on the steering wheel
are even shorter and gear changes are
even more dynamic so as to provide
even better acceleration.
The rear of the new 911 GT3 is 44 mm
wider than that of the previous model. In
addition, the track at the rear axle has
been widened by 31 mm, which improves
lateral dynamics. The addition of 100 mm
to the wheelbase has significantly
increased driving stabilit y. Fit ted as
standard, Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PT V Plus) helps to ensure even greater
stability when cornering, while rear
­axle
steering provides extraordinar y agilit y
and more dynamic overtaking manoeu ­
vres on the racetrack.
The new 911 GT3 explores the lower
limit in terms of fuel consumption
thanks to intelligent technologies such
as PDK, DFI and a low vehicle weight.
All in all, the new 911 GT3 is a precision
instrument, giving you everything you
could need to push your own boundaries.
Indeed, part of the brief for our engineers
was to build a manageable sports car
that feels at home on the racetrack, yet can be taken to brand new sport y
destinations by drivers who aren’t able

to tackle the Northern Loop of the
Nürburgring day in day out.
The new 911 GT3 preserves tradition for
the future – a principle that the 911 has
embodied for 50 years. It aims to push
the boundaries of what is possible, on
each new day.
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to page 91.

Wheels and tyres.
Twent y inches instead of the 19 on the
predecessor model. Another improvement
to dynamic performance that brings you
closer to the sport y limit. The wheels
are platinum ­coloured and made from a
forged alloy.
The central locking device with ‘GT3’ logo
is derived from motorsport. Compared
with the conventional five ­bolt wheel con ­
nection, it offers enhanced performance
thanks to the reduction in rotating masses.
And, of course, it ensures a faster wheel
change, which is vital when you’re in the
pit and the clock is ticking. Tyre sizes are 245/35 ZR 20 on

9 J x 20 at the front and 305/30 ZR 20
on 12 J x 20 at the rear.

Road ­legal sports t yres on the new
911 GT3 help to provide the grip it
needs. Bear in mind, however, that the
reduced tread depth increases the
risk of aquaplaning on wet surfaces.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) is fit ted
as standard in the new 911 GT3. Not only
does it send warnings to the on ­board
computer’s display screen in the event
of a gradual or sudden loss of pressure,
it also features a racetrack mode. This
takes into consideration the pressure and temperature characteristics of the t yres
on the circuit and precisely monitors
the pressure set in each individual t yre.
In other words, TPM is designed around
your sporting passion.
Porsche Active Suspension

Management (PASM).
This electronic active damping system
offers continuous adjustment of the
damping force on each wheel based on
the current driving situation and your
driving st yle.
At the press of a but ton, you can select
bet ween t wo different modes. ‘Normal’
mode is designed for sport y driving on
public roads and on wet racetracks.
‘Sport ’ mode is specially tuned for
maximum lateral acceleration and offers
the best possible traction on the track.
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Porsche Stability Management (PSM).
PSM is an automatic control system for
providing stabilit y at the limits of dyn­
amic driving performance. In addition to
the anti ­lock braking system, it includes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and
Traction Control (TC).
Sensors continuously monitor the direc ­
tion, speed, yaw velocit y and lateral
acceleration of the car. Using this infor ­
mation, PSM is able to calculate the
actual direction of travel at any given
moment. If the car begins to oversteer or
understeer, PSM applies selective braking
on individual wheels to restore stabilit y. What ’s special about PSM in the new
911
GT3? The systems intervene at the
limits of dynamic driving performance
with exceptional sensitivit y and precision.
In addition, the systems can be complete ­
ly deactivated in t wo stages for deliber ­
ately sporty handling.

Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PTV Plus).
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus is fit ted as
standard and has been specially adapted
to the new 911 GT3. It operates in con ­
junction with an electronically regulated
and fully variable rear differential lock.
Numerous driving parameter inputs are the basis for the system’s active control
outputs. The results are perceptible, par
­
ticularly at the limits of dynamic perfor ­
mance: greater traction, increased lateral
dynamics and a significant improvement
in driving stabilit y under the effects of
load changes in corners and when the car
changes lane. On surfaces with less grip,
such as in the wet, the system strategically
brakes the right or left rear wheel. This
means that, whenever the car enters a
corner, brake pressure is applied to the
inside rear wheel. Consequently, a greater
amount of drive force is distributed to the
outside rear wheel. This improves steering
behaviour and increases agility. In combination, both aspects of PT V Plus
offer tangible benefits, giving you
unrivalled pleasure at every t wist and
turn. It ’s just as well there happens

to be so many waiting on the racetrack.

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Interior materials.
Durability, stability and resilience. These
are the essential ingredients for materials
in a sport y environment. It is an environ­
ment dominated by Alcantara, leather and
interior parts in Galvano Silver as well
as brushed aluminium. Here, materials
must be practical – and top qualit y. The
fact that they also have the motorsport
feel is a welcome bonus.
Alcantara is easy to grip and maintain.
For this reason, it is mainly found in
places where there is direct contact: on
the steering wheel rim and gear selector
as well as on the door handles, door
armrests and lid of the centre console
storage compartment. The rooflining
and C ­pillar trims are also finished in
A lcantara.
Steering wheel.
Change gear like a motorsport profes ­
sional with the GT3 SportDesign steering
wheel with gearshift paddles. In the new
911 GT3, the shift throw of the paddles
has been further reduced by 50 %.
Gearshifts become even more direct
and precise.
The GT3 SportDesign steering wheel
offers up to 40 mm of height and reach
adjustment. The steering wheel rim
in black Alcantara is easy to grip and
remains in firm hands, even on sport y
drives.
The top centre marking is another
characteristic feature.
Sports seats Plus.
Sports seats Plus are fit ted as standard
in the new 911 GT3 and come equipped
with elevated side bolsters, electric seat
height and backrest adjustment and
manual fore/aft adjustment. The seat
side bolsters are upholstered in leather
and the seat centres are lined in black
Alcantara. The headrests are embroi ­
dered with the ‘GT3’ logo.
The side bolsters on the seat squab and
backrest have a firm, sport y padding and
offer excellent lateral support. The back ­
rest shell is finished in Silver Grey.
Sports bucket seats.*
Available as an option are light weight
racing seats with folding backrest,
integrated thorax airbag and manual
fore/aft adjustment for driver and
passenger.
The carbon surface finish conceals
a seat shell in glass ­/carbon ­fibre
reinforced plastic. The backrest pivots
are positioned high in the side bolsters to
provide excellent lateral support to the
pelvic region. The seats are upholstered
in black leather as standard with seat
centres finished in Alcantara. The ‘GT3’
logo is embroidered on the headrests.
Adaptive Sports seats Plus.
Available on request, adaptive Sports
seats Plus blend sport with comfort and
are suitable for everyday driving or the
racetrack. They feature side bolsters
in leather, seat centres in black Alcantara
and an embroidered ‘GT3’ logo on the
headrests. Of fering 18 ­way electric
adjustment, the seats can be optimally
adapted to meet your needs in terms of
seat height, squab and backrest angle,
seat depth, fore/aft adjustment and four ­
way lumbar support. The side bolsters on
the seat surface and backrest can be
individually adjusted for precision lateral
support on winding roads and added
comfort on long journeys.
* Child seats are not compatible with the
Sports bucket seats.1 Sports bucket seat 2 Sports seat Plus 3 Adaptive Sports seat Plus

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OptionI no. Page
Interior: leather.
Leather interior package in black•Code80
Leather interior with decorative stitching in red
•749
GT3 SportDesign steering wheel in black smooth ­finish leather
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Audio and communication.
CDR audio system1)•55
CDR Plus audio system
1)•P25 55
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including navigation system
1), 3)•P23 57
Sound Package Plus
•490
Digital radio
4)•691
Mobile phone preparation
2)•619
Telephone module
2)•666
Voice control system
2)•671
Six ­disc CD autochanger
1)•692 57
Six ­disc CD/ DVD autochanger
1)•693 57
Sport Chrono Package
•639/640 57
1) May be incompatible with some copy ­protected CDs (CDR) or audio CDs/ DVDs
(CDR Plus, PCM).
2) Mobile phone preparation or telephone module in HFP mode: The use of a mobile
phone inside a car may cause an increase in the interior electromagnetic field
strength and, accordingly, in the electromagnetic radiation to which passengers
are exposed. If a cradle is used to mount the mobile phone, the field strength in
the passenger compartment can be reduced because the phone can be connected
up to the external aerial (feature depends on how specific mobile phones connect
to the cradle). For information about the availabilit y of a cradle for your mobile
phone, please contact your Porsche Centre. The use of the telephone module for
PCM via Bluetooth
®, SAP connection or with inserted SIM card prevents exposure
to electromagnetic radiation as only the car’s external aerial is ever used.
3) For information on compatibility with your client device, please contact your
Porsche Centre.
4) Dependent on local network availability.
I number/extra ­cost option• Standard equipment■ Available at no extra cost
Leather interior with decorative stitching in red, seat belts in Guards Red and other optional equipment
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