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230 Maintenance and Car Care
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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Improperly secured floor mats can obstruct pedal travel.fAlways check the movement of the pedals before driving and make sure that they are not obstructed by a floor mat or any other object.fSecure the floor mat to prevent it from sliding into positions that could interfere with the safe operation of your vehicle – do not lay them loosely in the vehicle.Your authorized Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you floor mats of correct size including a securing possibility.
Cleaning airbag covers
Incorrect modifications may damage the airbag system. The airbag may not deploy properly in the event of an accident.fDo not make any modifications whatsoever to individual components, such as the padded covers on the steering wheel, the instrument panel, the underside of the instrument panel, front seats and door panels.fHave your authorized Porsche dealer to clean these components.
Cleaning fabric linings
fFabric linings on pillars, roofliner and sun blinds, etc. must be cleaned only using suitable cleaning agents or a suitable dry foam and a soft brush.
Alcantara® care
Do not use leather care products to clean Alcantara®. Alcantara® is a manufactured product. It is not genuine leather or suede.
For regular care, it is sufficient to clean the cover with a soft brush.
Strong abrasion or rubbing when cleaning will produce a lasting change to the surface.
Cleaning when lightly soiled
fWet a soft cloth with water or a neutral soap solution and wipe off the dirt.
Cleaning when heavily soiled
fWet a soft cloth with lukewarm water or thinned white spirit and dab the dirt from the outside in.
Cleaning the safety belts
fUse mild detergent to clean soiled belts.fWhen drying, avoid direct sunlight.fOnly use suitable cleaning agents.fDo not tint or bleach the belts.The belt fabric could be weakened, thus affecting safety.
Storing your Porsche
If you intend to store your Porsche for a prolonged period, please consult your authorized Porsche dealer. The staff will be glad to advise you on the most suitable and necessary methods. fClean your vehicle thoroughly inside and outside. The under carriage and chassis components should be free of dirt and salt deposits. fFill up the fuel tank. fChange the oil and oil filter, and run the engine for several minutes. fIncrease the tire pressure to 50 psi/3.5 bar/350 kPa.It is not recommended to lift the vehicle, due to the possibility of corrosion on shock absorber piston shafts.The vehicle should be moved slightly, approximately every four weeks, to prevent flat spot on the tires.
Climate control
The air conditioning system should be in good working condition and fully charged.
Windshield/Headlight washer
fCheck and correct antifreeze/cleaning solution level as necessary.
Obstructed Pedals
Vehicle Interior Modifications
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Tire replacements
fUse only tire makes and types tested by Porsche.
If you do not use a Porsche recommended replacement tire, make sure that you purchase your new tires from a reputable tire dealer and that the dealer complies with all manufacturers warnings for those tires.
Only tires with the same manufacturer and with the same specification code (e.g. “N0”, “N1”…) should be mounted on the vehicle.
Before mounting new tires, check with your Porsche dealer about the current release status.
Use tires with “ZR” quality standards. There are currently no standards concerning tire strength at speeds above 150 mph (240 km/h).
Tires should be replaced no less than on one axle at the time. Only tires of the same make and type must be used. Mixed tires are not permissible and will affect vehicle performance, safety, and can affect vehicle warranty.
Porsche dealers can recommend the most current replacement tire options for your vehicle.
Initially, new tires do not have their full traction. You should therefore drive at moderate speeds during the first 60 - 120 miles (100 - 200 km).
Tires must always remain on the same side of the vehicle.When wheels are removed, the direction of rotation and position of each wheel should be marked.
If new tires are installed only on one axle, a noticeable change in handling occurs due to the different tread depth of the other tires. This happens especially if only rear tires are replaced. However, this condition disappears as the new tires are broken in.fPlease adjust your driving style accordingly.
Installation of new tires should only be done by a qualified tire technician.
Valves
fUse only plastic valve caps.fPlease read the fitting and replacement instructions regarding metal valves.fUse original Porsche metal valves only.fValve inserts with valve caps protect against soiling.Soiled valve inserts can cause a gradual loss of air.
Parking at the curb
Hard impacts against curbs (or traffic islands) are dangerous and may cause hidden tire damage which is not noticeable until later. Such damage can result in accidents at high speeds. Depending on the force of impact, the edge of the rim can also be damaged.fAfter such an impact, have the wheel checked by an expert.fIf you must drive over a curb or other obstacle, drive slowly and at an obtuse angle. Exercise care when parking along curbs.
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Tire repairs are not permissible under any circumstances.
Curb Impact / Tire Damage
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Wheel alignment, wheel balancing
As a precaution, have wheels with summer tires balanced in the spring, and those with mud and snow tires before winter. Unbalanced wheels may affect car handling and tire life.Only the specified weights may be used for wheel balancing.
Self-adhesive weights must not come into contact with cleaning agents, since they could drop off.Uneven tread wear indicates wheel imbalance. In this event, the vehicle should be checked at an authorized Porsche dealer.
If, during a trip, uneven running or vibrations occur that could be caused by damage to tires or the car, the speed must be reduced immediately, but without braking sharply. If you continue your trip without having the cause of the fault remedied, you might lose control of your vehicle.fStop the vehicle and check the tires.fIf no cause for the fault can be found, drive carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
The summer tires of your Sports Car have been specially developed and adapted for high performance. At low outside temperatures (<15°C (60°F)), the tire characteristics change. This can result in noises occurring when parking or maneuvering at low outside temperatures.
Wheels with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors
Before changing wheels, make sure that the wheels are compatible with your vehicle’s TPMS.fCheck this with your authorized Porsche dealer.
Removing and storing tires
fAfter changing, adjust tire pressure and torque wheel bolts diagonally. Please see the chapter “CHANGING WHEELS” on page 254.fStore tires in a cool and dry place. Rotate periodically to avoid flat spots.fDo not store summer tires or park vehicles fitted with summer tires at ambient temperatures below 5 °F (-15 °C).fAvoid contact with fuel, oil and grease.
Tires must always remain on the same side of the vehicle.When wheels are removed, the direction of rotation and position of each wheel should be marked.
Example
FR (front right), FL, RR and RL.
Wheels must always be fitted in accordance with their marking.
The perception that tire durability and performance are not affected by storage and age is unfounded. Chemical additives, which make the rubber elastic, lose their effectiveness over the course of time and the rubber becomes brittle and cracks.
Therefore, the tires should be inspected from time to time.
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Under no circumstances should tires older than 6 years be used on your Porsche.
The age of the tire can be obtained from the “DOT” code number. If, for example, the last four numbers read 1213, then the tire was produced in the 12th week of 2013.
Snow tires
The installation of Porsche approved snow tires is recommended.
Use Porsche approved snow tires for grip on snow and ice. Summer performance tires are not suitable for usage in cold, snowy, or icy conditions.Check with your local Motor Vehicle Bureau for possible restrictions.
High-Speed tire Vibration
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