brake pads PORSCHE 911 GT3 2010 5.G Owners Manual

6Service brakeBoth the standard brake system with composite
brake discs and the Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) are high-performance brake
systems, designed specifically for driving on race
circuits.
Certain speeds, braking forces and ambient condi-
tions (e. g. temperature and humidity) therefore
might cause brake noises. This also applies after
completion of the running-in phase required for the
new brake components.
Wear on the different components of the braking
system, such as brake pads and brake discs,
depends to a great extent on the individual driving
style and the conditions of use and therefore
cannot be expressed in actual miles on the road.
The values communicated by Porsche are based
on normal operation adapted to traffic. Wear incre-
ases considerably when the vehicle is driven on
race tracks or through an aggressive driving style.
fPlease consult an authorized Porsche dealer
about the current guidelines in effect before
such use of your vehicle.
Aerodynamic componentsTo benefit from the high driving performance
without impairing the driving safety or the service
life of the vehicle components, certain vehicle
parts must be always fully operational while
driving.
fRegularly check your vehicle for signs of
damage.
Damaged, worn or missing aerodynamic
components such as spoilers or underside
panels affect driving behaviour and must there-
fore be replaced immediately.
To optimize the cooling of the brake discs, air
brake spoilers are fitted to the front and rear
running gear control arms as well as special air
brake ducts on the rear axle.
If these air-brake spoilers or air-brake ducts are
not fitted and there is a high thermal demand on
the braking system, the service life of the brake
discs could be reduced.
Brake wear expectations are based on normal
operations in street traffic. Wear increases consi-
derably when the vehicle is driven on race tracks
or with an aggressive driving style. Wear will also
increase considerably if the brakes are not
warmed up before being raced.
The aerodynamic stability of the vehicle is influ-
enced considerably at high speeds by the front lip.Due to the reduced ground clearance required for
optimization of road handling, the front lip and the
air-brake spoilers have to be placed in exposed
positions to fulfil their function. They can be
damaged, for example by ground or curbstone
contact.
SeatingYour car has two seats.
The area behind the seats is not intended for
passengers.
Danger!
In the event of an accident, serious personal
injury or death can result.
fNever allow anyone to sit in the area behind the
seats.
Persons occupying the area to the rear of the
two seats will not have a safety belt or airbag
protection, and in the event of an accident,
would be thrown around within or to the
outside of the vehicle compartment with
probable serious personal injury or death as the result.
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Before driving off...
13
Break in hints for the first
2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers The following tips will be helpful in obtaining
optimum performance from your new Porsche.
Despite the most modern, high-precision manufac-
turing methods, the moving parts must still wear
in with each other. This wearing-in occurs mainly in
the first 2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers.Therefore: fPreferably take longer trips.
fAvoid frequent cold starts with short-distance
driving whenever possible.
fAvoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops.
fDo not exceed maximum engine speed of
4,200 rpm (revolutions per minute).
fDo not run a cold engine at high rpm either in
Neutral or in gear.
fDo not let the engine labor, especially when
driving uphill. Shift to the next lower gear in
time (use the most favorable rpm range).
fNever lug the engine in high gear at low
speeds. This rule applies at all times, not just
during the break-in period.fDo not participate in motor racing events,
sports driving schools, etc. during the first
2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers.
There may be a slight stiffness in the steering,
gear-shifting or other controls during the break-in
period which will gradually disappear.
Break in brake pads and brake discsNew brake pads and discs have to be “broken in”,
and therefore only attain optimal friction when the
car has covered several hundred miles or km.
The slightly reduced braking ability must be
compensated for by pressing the brake pedal
harder. This also applies whenever the brake pads
and brake discs are replaced.
A significant amount of brake noise may be heard
during the break-in period.New tires New tires do not have maximum traction. They
tend to be slippery.
fBreak in new tires by driving at moderate
speeds during the first 60 to 120 miles/100 to
200 km. Longer braking distances must be
anticipated.
Engine oil and fuel consumption During the break-in period oil and fuel consump-
tion may be higher than normal.
fPlease see the chapter “TECHNICAL DATA” on
Page 236.
As always, the rate of oil consumption depends on
the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which
the engine is operated, the climate and road
conditions, as well as the amount of dilution and
oxidation of the lubricant.
fMake a habit of checking engine oil with every
refueling, add if necessary.
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Operation, Safety
Brake booster The brake booster assists braking only when
the engine is running.
When the car is moving while the engine is not
running, or if the brake booster is defective, more
pressure on the brake pedal is required to bring
the car to a stop.
If this happens, ABS and PSM will also not
operate.
Moisture or road salt on brakes affects braking.
Brakes will dry after a few cautious brake applica-
tions.
Warning!
Risk of an accident, resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
Driving through water may reduce the
traction.
Moisture on brakes from road water, car
wash, or coating of road salt may affect
braking efficiency.
fCautiously apply brakes to test brakes after exposure to road water, etc.
Brake wear Your car has excellent brakes, but they are still
subject to wear. The rate at which they wear
depends on how the brakes are used.
fHave the brake system inspected at the
intervals recommended in your Maintenance
Booklet.
Brake system warning light
You can check the functionality of the brake
system warning light by switching the ignition to
the “On” position and verifying that the warning
light illuminates.
If the warning lights in the instrument panel and on-
board computer stay on when the engine is
running or come on while driving, the brake pads
are worn excessively.
fDo not continue to operate the vehicle.
Have your authorized Porsche dealer inspect
or replace the brake pads.
Brake pads Wear on the brake pads and brake discs depends
to a great extent on the driving style and the condi-
tions of use and therefore cannot be expressed in
actual miles on the road.
The high-performance brake system is designed
for optimal braking effect at all speeds and tempe-
ratures.
Certain speeds, braking forces and ambient
conditions (such as temperature and humidity)
therefore might cause “brake noises”. This also
applies after completion of the breaking-in period
required for the new brake components.
New brake pads or linings
New brake pads and brake discs have to be
“broken in”, and therefore only attain optimal
friction when the car has covered several hundred
miles or km.
The slightly reduced braking ability must be
compensated for by pressing the brake pedal
harder. This also applies whenever the brake pads
and brake discs are replaced.
Warning light USA
Warning light Canada
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116
Instruments, On-Board Computer
Check Engine
(Emission Control)The emission control system detects malfunctions
early that could, for example, cause increased
pollutant emissions or consequential damage.
Faults are indicated by a continuously lit or
flashing instrument panel warning light.
The faults are recorded in the control unit's fault
memory.
The warning light in the instrument panel lights up
when the ignition is switched on as a bulb check
and goes out approx. 4 seconds after the engine
starts. If the warning light does not light up, have
the bulb replaced promptly.
The warning light in the instrument panel flashes to
indicate operating states (e.g. engine misfiring)
which might cause damage to certain parts of the
emission control system.
fIn this case, immediately reduce the engine
load by easing off the accelerator.
fIn order to avoid consequential damage to the
engine or emission control system (e.g.
catalytic converter), have the fault diagnosed
and rectified immediately at the nearest autho-
rized Porsche dealer.If the warning light in the instrument panel lights up
permanently without flashing before and remains
on while driving, it suggests:
– a potential engine control problem and the
need for system service or
– an improperly fastened tank cap or
– the vehicle was refueled while the engine was
running.
fStop immediately at a suitable and secure
place and check tank cap for proper fastening.
If tank cap was fastened correctly, see your
authorized Porsche dealer for service as soon
as possible.
Caution!
If the check engine warning light in the
instrument panel is flashing, serious
catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur.
Prolonged driving with the check engine
warning light on could cause damage to the
emission control system. It also could affect
fuel economy and driveability.
fHave the fault remedied at the nearest authorized Porsche dealer immediately.The central warning light on the instrument panel
lights up if there are warning messages in the
INFO menu.
The messages can be called in the on-board
computer INFO menu:
fPlease see the chapter “INFO WARNING
MESSAGES” on Page 123.
The warning light on the instrument panel lights
up:
– if the handbrake is on,
– if the brake fluid level is low,
– if the brake pads have reached the wear limit,
– if the brake circuit division is defective.
Additionally, a warning is displayed by the on-
board computer.
fPlease see the chapter “WARNINGS ON THE
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE ON-BOARD
COMPUTER” on Page 148.
Warning Light
Central Warning Light
Brake Warning Light USA
Brake Warning Light Canada
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Warnings
151
Failure indicator Coolant indicator failed.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Failure
outside temp.
indicatorOutside temperature indicator failed.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Service
wear on
brake padsHave the brake pads changed immediately at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Warning
Brake fluid levelStop immediately in a suitable place.
Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Warning
Brake distributionStop immediately in a suitable place.
Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
ABS failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
SC off
Continuous display: SC offStability Control (SC) switched off.
SC+TC off
Continuous display: SC+TC offStability Control (SC) and Traction Control (TC) switched off.
SC+TC on Stability Control (SC) and Traction Control (TC) switched on.
PSM failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Instrument
panelOn-board
computerText display on on-board
computerMeaning/measure
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Index
243 Index
AABS (antilock brake system) .......................... 57
Warning light ........................................ 58
Adaptive sports seat..................................... 34
Adjusting Headlights.................................... 228
Advanced Airbag........................................... 42
Aerodynamic components ............................... 6
Air conditioning compressor .................. 98, 100
Air conditioning system ................................. 98
Air distribution ...................................... 98, 100
Air filter ...................................................... 172
Air intake.................................................... 101
Airbag
Advanced ............................................. 42
Cleaning covers .................................. 180
Deactivation device............................... 46
Function ............................................... 42
Maintenance ......................................... 45
Warning light ........................................ 45
Airbag Systems ............................................ 41
Alarm system ......................................... 26, 91
Deactivating passenger compartment
monitoring ............................................ 27
Fault indication...................................... 27
Function indication................................ 26
Not active .......................................... 208
Alcantara, cleaning ..................................... 180
Antenna ............................................... 91, 175
Antifreeze .................................................. 158
Antifreeze in coolant................................... 158Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................... 57
Warning light......................................... 58
Ashtray ........................................................ 81
Audio operation ...................................... 89, 90
Auto-button, air conditioning........................... 98
Automatic
Air conditioning system ......................... 98
Anti-glare mirrors .................................. 31
Car washes ........................................ 175
Door locking ................................... 21, 25
Garage door ......................................... 71
Headlight adjustment ............................. 74
Speed control ......................... 78, 79, 108
Automatic locking retractor ........................... 50
Automatic speed control.............................. 108
Indicator light...................................... 108
AUX, external audio source ............................ 93
Average consumption.......................... 118, 147
Average speed ................................... 118, 147
BBackrest
Adjustment ........................................... 33
Release ................................................ 33
Battery ....................................................... 211
Care................................................... 212
Charge state....................................... 211
Charging ............................................ 212
Putting vehicle into operation ...............213
Remote control ................................... 216
Removing ........................................... 214
Replacing ........................................... 213
Warning light....................................... 115
Winter operation.................................. 213
Before driving off ....................................11, 12
Belts ............................................................ 38
Cleaning ............................................. 180
Height adjustment ................................. 40
Tensioner ............................................. 38
Warning light......................................... 39
Blower adjustment ...................................... 101
Blower speed adjustment .............................. 99
Brake
Break in................................................ 13
Light .................................................. 227
Light, additional .................................. 227
Pads .................................................... 56
Pedal ................................................... 55
Wear .................................................... 56
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Index Brake fluid
Changing............................................ 163
Checking level .................................... 162
Level.................................................. 162
Warning light ...................................... 163
Brakes ....................................................... 162
Brake circuit division warning light ........ 163
Brake warning light ............................. 116
Fluid........................................... 162, 239
Fluid warning light ............................... 163
Function ............................................... 54
New brake pads or linings ..................... 56
Pads .................................................... 13
Parking brake ....................................... 53
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB) ................................................... 6
Service brake ......................................... 6
Test stand ............................................ 61
Break in brakes ............................................ 13
Break in hints ............................................... 13
Bulbs, replacing.......................................... 219
CCapacities .................................................. 239
Car care .................................................... 174
Car telephone ............................................... 91
Car washes ................................................ 175
Carpet ....................................................... 180
Catalytic converters .................................... 169
Cautions ............................................ 157, 183Central locking...................................... 22, 208
Automatic relocking............................... 22
Emergency operation ............................ 23
Fault indication ...................................... 24
Overload protection....................... 24, 208
Central locking button................................... 24
Central vents .............................................. 101
Central warning light ................................... 116
Changing bulb............................................. 227
Check engine
Warning light....................................... 116
Check engine warning light .......................... 116
Opening the oil filler cap ...................... 161
Checking pressure ...................................... 203
Child restraint systems .................................. 47
Anchorages .......................................... 52
Direction of installation .......................... 48
Child seat bracket ......................................... 51
Chime .......................................................... 73
CHRONO Stopwatch .................................... 127
Cigarette lighter ............................................ 82
Circulating-air button..................................... 99
Clock ................................................. 114, 146
Clothes hook ................................................ 83
Clutch .................................................. 53, 155
Clutch pedal ................................................. 53
Combination filter........................................ 172
Coming home mode ...................................... 74
Communication management ......................... 89
Compact disc
Player .................................................. 90
Storage ................................................ 84
Compartment monitoring ............................... 26
Compressor .................................................87
Coolant ..............................................112, 158
Checking ............................................158
Level ..................................................158
Temperature gauge .............................112
Topping off .........................................158
Warning light .......................................112
Cooling system ...................................112, 158
Warning light .......................................112
Cornering light
Functional description ............................74
Indicator light ......................................111
Crankcase ventilation ..................................169
Cruise control .................................78, 79, 115
Cupholder.....................................................80DData bank ...................................................234
Daytime running lights ...................................73
Changing bulbs ...................................227
On-board computer .............................146
Decals........................................................175
Defrosting windows .................................32, 99
Diagnostic socket .........................................14
Diagram
Engine diagram ...................................242
Dimensions.................................................241
Door ............................................................21
Handles ................................................21
Locks ...........................................21, 176
Mirror ...................................................31
Mirror heating .......................................32
Mirrors .................................................30
Windows .................................21, 29, 177
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