fog light PORSCHE BOXSTER S 2013 3.G Information Manual

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Independence |
Design
completely new interpretation of the
roadster concept – with a clear focus on
looking forward.
In summary, the
Boxster draws inspiration
from a long history and, yet, it also incor -
porates the sum of our ideas of how the
future should be. In doing so, it reflects a
The diffuser with stainless-steel tailpipe
(dual-tube on the
Boxster S) integrated
into the centre adds the finishing touch
to the powerfully designed rear end.
in the middle underneath the rear wing.
Clearly, this lighting concept has no prec
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edent, rather it is the result of Porsche’s
modern use of form.
narrow direction indicators appear to
extend the rear wing further. Each

taillight sweeps around the central brake
light and accentuates the contours of the
entire unit. For striking effect, the revers -
ing light and rear fog light are arranged
The rear wing is not only a visual treat,

it deploys automatically to reduce lift.
Aerodynamics and aesthetics are com -
bined to superb effect. Retracted, the
spoiler separation edge makes a seamless
transition to the LED taillights. The
At the top, it leads into a precise longitudi
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nal edge and, at the bot tom, it is under -
lined by the sculpted door sill. The
exterior mirrors are mounted directly on
the doors for impressive aerodynamics
and low wind noise.
The exclusive door st yling reflects more
recent
Porsche design developments.
In t ypical Porsche fashion, it has a
clear function. The dynamic contouring
improves airflow to the side air intakes.

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Safety
1 Night design, front
2 Night design, rear
3 Taillight
4 Brake light
5 Taillight and direction indicatorAutomatic headlight activation.
In the Boxster models, automatic head -
light activation is available as standard.
The system automatically switches bet -
ween day time running lights and dipped
beam based on ambient lighting condi -
tions.
of a bend based on steering angle and
road speed. In addition, PDLS adapts
light distribution to suit your current driv
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ing speed. The adverse weather function
is activated when the rear fog light is
switched on. The result is increased
safet y – not least in corners and not only
at night.
light 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 swiv
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els the main headlights towards the inside
Bi-Xenon headlights including
Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS).
Why should independence be enjoyed
only at night? The optional Porsche
Dynamic Light System (PDLS), which
comprises Bi-Xenon headlights with
halogen main-beam headlights, a head-
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.
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.
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