service PORSCHE BOXSTER S 2011 2.G Information Manual

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Engine
For fuel consumption and CO2 emissions please refer to page 127.
The engine will restart as soon as you
operate the clutch or, in cars with PDK,
release the brake. This fuel-saving inno -
vation is designed primarily for use in
towns or congested motorway traffic.
The auto start /stop function can be
deactivated and reactivated using a sepa -
rate but ton on the centre console. The
function may be deactivated automatically
under particular circumstances, e.g. in
extreme outside temperatures, when the
SPORT but ton is selected or when there
is low bat tery charge.

Cruise control.
This optional automatic speed controller
for the 19 to 149 mph (30 to 240 km/ h)
speed range is operated using a switch
on a separate control stalk on the steering
column. The advantages are claer, not
only can cruise control be used as a
means of staying within the speed limit,
it also helps you to save fuel by maintain -
ing a constant speed.
Electrical system recuperation.
For enhanced efficiency the new Boxster
models are equipped with intelligent elec-
trical system recuperation. The vehicle
bat tery is recharged by the generator
predominantly under braking. Thanks to this selective recharging, when you
request full driving power the maximum
possible output can be directed straight
to the road.
Servicing.
In the Boxster models, the generator and
air conditioning system are driven by a
single self-adjusting belt. The drive chains
on the camshafts do not normally require
servicing. With the sole exception of the
spark plugs, the ignition system is also
maintenance-free in normal servicing. In
short, longer service intervals mean longer-
lasting driving pleasure.

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Chassis
Another key advantage of PCCB is the
extremely low weight of the ceramic
brake discs, which are approximately
50 % lighter than standard discs of similar
design and size. As well as enhancing
performance and fuel economy, this represents a major reduction in unsprung
and rotating masses. The consequence

of this is bet ter road holding and increased
comfort, particularly on uneven roads,
as well as greater agilit y and improved
handling. Please note that circuit racing, trackday
use and other forms of performance

driving can significantly reduce the
service life of even the most durable
pads and discs. As with conventional
high-performance braking systems, we recommend that all brake compo
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nents be professionally inspected and
replaced where necessary after every
track event.
Electric parking brake.
The electric parking brake, which can
be activated and deactivated manually,
is released automatically as you pull
away with your seat belt fastened. A hill
hold function is integrated as standard for the manual gearbox and for PDK.
It assists you in making a comfortable,
smooth and roll-free start on an incline.
Whenever you come to halt on an incline,
this is detected automatically and the
braking effect of the electric parking brake is supplemented by application

of the wheel brakes. As long as a gear
remains engaged, the brake pressure
is maintained at all four wheels. To pull
away, simply apply throttle (manual gearbox: apply throt tle and release the
clutch pedal). The wheel brakes are
released as soon as sufficient starting
torque is available and the parking brake
is released as the vehicle moves off.

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Safety
Lights.
Lights will always be an essential safet y
feature, but we go one step further by
using them as part of an extraordinary
styling concept.
Clear glass halogen headlights are fit ted
as standard on the Boxster. The Boxster S
is equipped as standard with Bi-Xenon
headlights. On both models, LED day time running lights and position lights are
housed in a separate auxiliary light unit
above the outer air intakes. LEDs provide
powerful illumination, respond extremely
rapidly to driver input, offer a longer

service life and have an unmistakable
appearance.
LED technology opens up entirely new
possibilities for designers. Not only are LEDs capable of fulfilling all the functions
of the imposing taillights and third brake
light, they are integral to safet y and

create a look that is unmistakable, day
and night.
Bi-Xenon headlights including
Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS).
The optional Porsche Dynamic Light
System (PDLS), which comprises Bi -Xenon headlights with halogen main-beam head
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lights, a headlight cleaning system and
automatic dynamic range control, provides
uniform illumination of the road whether
dipped or main beam is selected.
The dynamic cornering light function
swivels the main headlights towards the
inside of a bend based on steering angle
and road speed. Put simply, a greater part of the road ahead is illuminated the
moment you enter a bend. The system also includes a speed-sensitive
headlight range control function. With
adaptive light systems, it is possible for
the maximum range of the dipped beams
and their lighting power to be adjusted as
a function of the speed of the vehicle.
PDLS takes care of this automatically in t wo stages. Stage 1 is the basic position,
optimised for driving at lower speeds
such as in cit y traffic. Stage 2 is designed
for driving at faster speeds, such as
when on the motorway. Another function
of PDLS is the adverse weather function.
Activated when you switch on the rear
fog light, it reduces the effect of reflection
phenomena in poor visibility conditions.
Automatic headlight activation.
In the new Boxster models, automatic
headlight activation is available as
standard. The system automatically
switches bet ween day time running lights
and dipped beam based on ambient
lighting conditions.
1 Night design, front
2 Night design, rear
3 Taillight
4 Brake light
5 Taillight and direction indicator

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Environment
Fuel economy and recycling.
Intelligent lightweight construction has
been fundamental to the Porsche identit y
since 1948 for both technical and ecolog -
ical reasons. This forms the basis for
achieving low fuel consumption values in
conjunction with outstanding perfor -
mance. On the technical side, various compo
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nents are made with a high proportion of
aluminium, magnesium, plastics and
super- high -strength sheet steel. The
materials used have been selected for
their abilit y to withstand load, yet they
are considerably lighter than conventional
steel. As a result, the bodyshell of the
new Boxster models has a light alloy con -
tent of approximately 46 %. On the ecological side, all materials used
are meticulously selected. We use only
innovative and environmentally friendly
components. All synthetic components
are easily recyclable and each material

is labelled to facilitate its separation for
recycling. The reduction in the number
of plastic variants helps to ensure more
ef ficient recycling. Recycled plastics are
used where they meet our exacting technical requirements. In short, the new
Boxster is around 95
% recyclable.
In addition, Porsche uses a high propor -
tion of environmentally friendly water-
based paints. For us, environmental
protection does not begin at the end of
a vehicle’s life. It starts at the planning
and development stage.
Fuel.
Both Boxster models are designed to
operate on fuels with an ethanol content
of up to 10 %. Ethanol has a positive
impact on the CO
2 balance since the
plants grown for the production of this
biofuel also absorb CO
2 from the atmos -
phere. The release of hydrocarbons from the fuel system has been minimised
thanks to the active carbon filter and the
multilayered material from which the fuel
tank is made. All fuel lines are made from
multilayered plastic, steel or aluminium.
Servicing.
Long service intervals offer clear advan
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tages. For you, they reduce costs and
save time. For the environment, they
assist in the sparing use of consumables
and replacement parts. For full details
of service intervals, please refer to the
separate price list.
For fuel consumption and CO
2 emissions please refer to page 127.

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Exterior mirrors and rear-view mirror.
The new Boxster models are equipped
as standard with electrically adjustable
and heated exterior mirrors.
Available as an option, electrically folding
exterior mirrors with door courtesy light -
ing on both sides of the vehicle make it
easier to find your way in the dark.
An auto-dimming function for the exterior
mirrors and rear-view mirror with an
integrated rain sensor for the windscreen
wipers, is available as an option.
ParkAssist.
Optional ParkAssist is activated the
moment you select reverse gear.
An audible signal gives a warning if you
reverse too close to an obstacle.
An enhanced version of Park Assist also
provides monitoring of the area to the front of the vehicle. Ultrasonic sensors
are neatly integrated into the front and
rear aprons. The audible alert is supple
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mented by a visual warning in the central
display of the CDR audio system or option -
al
PCM, which shows a graphical repre -
sentation of the vehicle from overhead.
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.

Anti-theft protection.
Both new Boxster models are equipped
as standard with an immobiliser with in-
key transponder and an alarm system

with contact-sensitive exterior protection.

Preparation Vehicle Tracking System
(PV TS).
This standard preparation enables future
installation of the Porsche Vehicle Tracking
System (PV TS) available from Porsche
Tequipment. The system makes it possible
to locate a stolen vehicle across most of
the countries of Europe. The preparation
package includes a special wiring loom
and a tilt sensor for the alarm system.
Two luggage compartments.
The t wo luggage compartments are
further proof that the Boxster harmoni -
ously combines the spirit of sport with
everyday practicality like never before.
The front and rear compartments have
a capacit y of 150 and 130 litres respec -
tively, regardless of whether the hood is
up or down. The interior surfaces are
carpet-lined and the lids are made from
aluminium. The two service openings in
the rear luggage compartment provide convenient access to the coolant and
engine oil filler caps.
The separate Porsche Design Driver’s
Selection catalogue contains a selection
of matching luggage accessories.
1– 3 Loading options with luggage items from

the Porsche Design Driver’s Selection
(items of luggage from the PTS AluFrame
and PTS Sof t Top series)

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