WKD 471 820 1.

3 Μ 7/82 1983 Edition

© Dr. Ing. h. c. F. Porsche Aktiengesellschaft

Printed in Germany.

Reprint, even partial, is not allowed without our prior per­

mission.

Due to the continuous development of our vehicles

variations may occur between the equipment and speci­
fication of your vehicle, and the description in the Drivers
Manual.

Some of the equipment described in the Drivers Manual

is not standard. Your authorised Porsche dealer will be
pleased to advise you on later installation possibilities.

Should your Porsche be fitted with equipment not des­

cribed in this handbook, please refer to your Porsche
dealer.

Because of different legal requirements in individual

countries, the equipment of your vehicle may vary
slightly from that shown in the Drivers Manual.
You have chosen a Porsche. in this manual all the information
This choice indicates a special class you need to know to drive your
of driver. Fairness on the road, con- Porsche. We wish you many miles
sideration, ability and a technical of safe and pleasurable driving
interest would be characteristic in your
of you. We have therefore set out
Index Cigarette lighter 41 Fuel consumption 87
Clock 41 Fuel gauge 25
A Clutch 18 Fuel tank 66,91
Cockpit layout 32 Full power performance 95
Acceleration diagram 96-97
Collapsible tyre 70 Fuses 74
Accessories 54
Concentrated wash system 31,66 Fuse table 75
Air-conditioning 36-39
Cooling fan 63
Air filter change 67
Air inlet grills 34-35
Cooling fluid 53,63-64,91 G
Cooling fluid temperature gauge 24 Gearbox 46-51
Alarm system 9
Cooling system 63 Gearbox oil level 61-62
Aluminum wheels 57
Ashtrays 41 Gear changing diagram 98-99
Automatic gearbox 47-51,62 D/E Glove box 44
Automatic seat belts 16-17 Grills- Fresh air 34-35
Databank 6,103
Guarantee 110
Dimensions 93
Β Dip-parklight-headlight flasher switch . . . 29
Battery 76
Η
Dipstick 60
Before beginning a journey 8 Dipswitch 29 Handbrake 18
Belts 16-17 Direction indicator switch 29 Hazard warning lights 28
Blinker warning light 24 Door guard light 11 Headlights 22,83
Brake bedding-in 52 Doors 10 Headlight adjustment 40,82
Brake disc pads 52,53 Door locking-central 10-11 Headlight beam regulator 40
Brake fluid 65,91 Door locks 53 Headlight flasher 29
Brake system 18,52,90 Electrical system 74-83 Headlight washer 31,54,65
Breakdown hints 59 Emergency starting 85 Heating 35
Bulb replacement 77-80 Engine number 7 Hood lock 45
Bulb table 81 Hydraulic fluid 67

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Car care instructions 55-58 Fan belt 39,87 Identification plate 6
Carpets 58 Filling capacities 91 Ignition switch 20-21
Central door locking 10-11 Fog lights, front and rear 22 Interior light 10,12
Central warning light 24 Footbrake 18,52 Interior mirror 15
Central warning unit 32-33 Footwell light 10,12 Instrument panel 20
Chassis number 7 Front seats 13-14 Instrument illumination 22

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Jack 59,73 Paint care 55 Tachometer 25
Jacking points 72-73 Paint code number 7 Technical data 87-99
Keys 8,9 Parking light 29 Tempostat 30
Leather 58 Performance 90 Tool tray 59
Lights 77-80 Polishing 55 Towing 49,84
Light switch 19 Power steering 67 Trailer weights 89
Lock-up wheel nuts 71 Puncture 71-72 Transmission diagram 98-99
Long-life guarantee 108-109 Transmission ratios 88
Loudspeaker balance control 40 R Tyres, tyre pressures 68-69,89
Luggage compartment door 45 Rear screen heating 28
- light 12 Rear screen wiper 43 u/v
Rear seats 13 Underseal 56
Rear seat storage compartment 41 Upholstery 58
Rear view mirror 15 Ventilation 34-35
Μ Relays 74 Voltmeter 26
Main beam warning unit 24 Revolution counter 23
Maintenance 59 Roof rack loading 52,89 w
Maintenance record 104-105 Running-in tips 52 Warning lights 24-27
- schedule 106-107 Warning unit-Central 32-33
Make-up mirror 44 s Washing the vehicle 55
Maximum rpm 46,52 Safety belts 16-17 Water containers 54,63,65
Minor paint damage 56 Seats 13-14 Weights 89
Sliding sunroof 42-43 Wheel adjustment 89
Snow chains 54,89 Wheel changing 71-73
Spare wheel 70 Wheel nuts, lockable 71
Ο Sparking plugs 87 Windows 56-57
Oil change 61-62 Spot and stain removal 56 Window regulators 10
Oil consumption 52,87 Starter motor 20 Windscreen washers 31
Oil filter change 61 Starting the engine 21 Windscreen wipers 31
Oil level - Engine 60 Steering 67 Wing mirrors 15
Oil level gearbox 61-62 Steering lock 20-21 Winter operation 53-54
Oil pressure gauge 26 Steering wheel adjustment 13 Winter tyres 54,89
Oils-Recommended 92 Sun visors 44 Wiper-washer switch 31

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Location of Identification Plate,
Chassis Number, Engine Number
and Paint Number

Data bank Identification plate

When ordering spare parts or submitting

inquiries, always quote chassis and engine The data bank is fixed on the floor in the rear of
numbers to ensure correct and prompt ser- the luggage compartment next to the spare The identification plate is riveted on the
vice. wheel well. front cross member, behind the bonnet lock.

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Chassis number Engine number Paint number

The chassis number is stamped on the top of The engine number is stamped on the front The paint number plate is fixed on the left
the right wheel arch in the engine compart- reinforcing rib in the top half of the crank- hand door lock pillar.
ment and is visible through a cut-out in the case.
wing flansch.

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For your own safety, you should, Keys
before a journey,

check pressures and condition With the vehicle you receive two master and
two auxiliary keys. The two master keys fit all
of the tyres
locks, the auxiliary keys do not fit the glove
clean the windows and light lenses, compartment lock.
front and rear
Vehicles with a rear seat storage compart-
turn the ignition on, and check that ment receive two additional keys for the
compartment lock.
headlamps and turn indicators
are functioning
One master key has a built-in flash light. The a Master key
light is on as long as the contact button is de- b Auxiliary key
take note of the central warning c Rear seat storage compartment key
pressed.
light
When the light begins to fade, the battery
adjust rear view mirrors to give
must be replaced with one of the same type.
uninterrupted rear vision A discharged battery could leak and dam-
age your clothing.
fasten seat belts, so should
the passengers. By virtue of the new format for the master
and auxiliary keys, the unauthorised manu-
facture of keys is almost completely elimi- Should you need new keys, you must give
Have the oil level in the automatic
nated. This means however, that you your- the key number. This number is noted on
transmission checked regularly, self will not be able to get replacement keys the plastic tab, that you receive with the
even in-between the recommended cut, you must order them from the manufac- keys. Keep this tab somewhere safe, not in
maintenance intervals. turer. the vehicle.

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 Application Positions

Door Locks Switching Alarm system on and off.

Locking and unlocking the doors.
Steering/Starter
ignition switch Lockable.
Luggage Switching alarm system on and off. Opening lug-
Compartment gage compartment door.
Door Lock
Tank Filler Cap Only lockable with an auxiliary key.
The S-Key should, for reasons of safety, not be
lent out to other persons
Glove
Compartment Lockable.

Alarm system

If your car is equipped with an alarm system alarm. The alarm system is switched off au- alarm is activated a specially protected siren
you will have received two S-keys instead of tomatically when a door or the luggage com- will sound for about 30 seconds. The engine
the normal master keys. The alarm system partment is opened with the S-key. If the lug- cannot be started.
can be activated only with the S-key by lock- gage compartment door is opened while the In the interest of safety the S-Key should ne-
ing the doors or closing the luggage com- alarm system is switched on, the key must ver be lent out to other persons. For this rea-
partment door and turning the key to the be turned to the left to reactivate the alarm son the fuel filter cap can only be locked
left. If the doors are locked with the auxiliary system. If the drivers or passenger side door, with the auxiliary key. This key can be used
key then the door will be mechanically lock- engine compartment hood or the luggage as a"workshop key" and can also be handed
ed but there is no contact to activate the compartment door is opened while the over at filling and service stations.

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Doors Warning: To avoid injury to unknowing occu- Central door locking
pants of the vehicle, (e. g. children) by the
closing of the windows, the ignition key
should always be withdrawn when leaving
The doors are opened from the outside by the vehicle, if only for a short period. By means of the central door locking system
pulling the inset door handle, and from both doors are electrically locked or unlock-
inside, by pulling lever (C). The footwell lights (D) mounted forward in ed by operating one lock.
Access to the storage compartments in the the lower part of the door trimcone on, with
door is obtained by pressing the safety the switch in the appropriate position, when When the doors are locked the locking but-
knob, and tipping the armrest outwards. the door or the luggage compartment door tons (A) must be fully retracted. If this is not
is opened. Each light can also be switched the case the lock on that door is not properly
The window regulators are operated by the on or off individually by means of the inte- engaged. Re-open the door, close it pro-
rocker switches in the middle console. grated switch. perly and re-lock it.

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On vehicles with central locking the passen- A mechanical locking or unlocking of the Door guard lights
ger door can be locked and unlocked by individual doors is only possible when the
turning the knob (B) as well as with the key. ignition is switched on or when the ignition
key is turned to pos. 1. This cut out of the
To prevent being accidentally locked out of electrical function prevents the doors from
the vehicle it is impossible to lock the door, locking in the case of a short circuit or if
while open, either using the knob (B) or with deformed in an accident.
the key.

Central locking is only possible when both

driver and passenger doors are closed. If When the ignition is switched off but with the
one door is locked before the other is closed key still in the ignition lock the doors can be The door guard lights come on when a door
it will automatically unlock when the other centrally locked using either the key or the or the luggage compartment door is open-
door is closed. knob (B). ed.

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Interior lights

The interior lights, which are independent The footwell lights mounted forward in the The luggage compartment light in the rear
from one another, come on, with the switch lower part of the door trim have following lid has the following switch positions:
in the appropriate position, as soon as a switch positions:
door or the luggage compartment door is
opened. The interior lights mounted in the
roof lining can be switched as following by
tipping the light cover:
a - light switched on permanently a - light comes on only when a door or lug- a - light comes on only when a door or lug-
b - light switched off permanently gage compartment door is opened gage compartment door is opened
c - light comes on only when a door or lug- b - light switched off permanently b - light switched off permanently
gage compartment door is opened. c - light switched on permanently. c - light switched on permanently.

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Front seats

Correct seat positioning is imperative for

safe and tireless driving. To enable individual
seating comfort, the seats are adjustable for
and aft and the backrest angle is adjustable.
To find the most suitable seat position, we
suggest the following procedure:

1 Pull the locking lever at the front of the

seat upwards, and slide the seat until your
leg is straight when fully depressing the
clutch pedal. You should not however
have to outstretch your foot to reach this
position. Let the locking lever down, and
ensure that the seat is locked in a ratchet
on the seat slides. Never try to adjust the Then check the steering wheel position, and The backrests are secured in position to
seat whilst driving, as a sudden change of view of the instruments. stop them tipping forward during braking; to
seat position could cause you to lose release, press the button on the side of the
control of the vehicle. backrest.
2 Grip the top half of the steering wheel. For optimum legroom and view of the instru-
Then set the backrest angle so that with ments, the steering wheel and instrument Similarly, the rear seat backrests can be re-
fully outstretched arms, your shoulders console can be released, adjusted, and then leased, and tipped forward, thereby giving
still contact the backrest. re-locked. more luggage room in the rear.

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a - For and Aft adjustment
b - Height adjustment
c - Backrest adjustment

Electric seat adjustment Hand operation

In vehicles fitted with electrical seat adjust- To prevent damage to the belt lock and to Manual operation of the seat is also possible
ment, the controls for the electric motors the seat cover, care should be taken that the in case of possible electrical malfunction. To
which adjust the seat for/aft, height, and belt lock is pushed outwards so that it can- do this pull the locking lever at the front of
rake angle can be found mounted in the out- not jam between the seat and seat backrest the seat upwards and slide the seat to
side flanks of the seats. when the seat is moved forward. achieve the desired seating position, then
release the lever.

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Rear view mirrors

Before beginning a journey you should en- The mirror is adjusted to the anti-dazzle When necessary, the wing mirrors can also
sure that the rear view mirrors are properly position by pressing the lever underneath it. be adjusted by hand.
adjusted.
The electrically adjustable wing mirrors can The wing mirrors are also electrically heated
be set with the switch in the driver's door. when the rear window heating is turned on.
The interior rear view mirror is stuck directly The passenger door wing mirror is adjust-
on the windscreen. This enables a very short able by the same switch, by pressing the
mirror stem to be used thereby obviating rocker switch beside the adjuster switch into
vibration, and a blurred image. the appropriate position.

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Safety belts

Your Porsche is equipped with safety belts

as standard fittings. All occupants of the car
should wear safety belts for their own safety,
on every journey. To remind you of this, a
warning light in the middle console comes
on for approx. 6 seconds, every time the
ignition is turned on.

The lap and shoulder belts as fitted are not

suitable for children under 140 cm (4 ft. 6
ins.) tall. To stop them distracting the driver's
attention, and for their own safety, children Putting on the belts
under 12 years old should always travel in
the rear seats. Do not run the belt over fragile objects in Decide the best seating position for your-
your pockets, e. g. spectacles, pens or a self. Take hold of the sliding buckle and pull
Never use one seat belt for two people. pipe etc. as these could represent additi- the belt firmly over chest and hips. Press the
onal hazards. buckle into the respective anchor point until
Loose clothing affects the fit of the seat belt. you hear that the latch is locked. Slide the
You should therefore take your coat off, be- plastic loop up to the buckle.
cause a correct seating position and free- Please remember when driving abroad, that
dom of movement are important for comfort in some countries the wearing of seat belts Avoid twists in the webbing when putting
and safety. is compulsory. on the belt.

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 Make sure that the belts are always fully re-
tracted when not in use. This will prevent
them becoming dirty and avoid unneces-
sary damage to the belts themselves.
You should check your seat belts regularly
for signs of damage to the webbing. Make
sure that the locks and anchorage points are
in good condition. If the belts have been
subjected to high loads or stretched in an
accident, have them replaced in the inte-
rests of your own safety.

Back seat safety belts

The back seats are equipped with automa-
tic lap belts. Do not twist the belt when put-
ting it on. The belt is released by pressing
The lap part of the belt must always stay taut clines, the belt is locked. This locking system the red button.
over the pelvis. After putting the belt on, you reacts more quickly to the retardation of the
should therefore pull the shoulder part of the car than to any pull on the belt. Warning. Please do not make any alterations
belt upwards as shown in the picture. Now or additions.
and again during the journey, you should In case of doubt please consult your author-
repeat this procedure to ensure that the lap Releasing the belts ized dealer or, if you live in Great Britain con-
belt is always taut. tact
To release the belt, press the red button Porsche Cars Great Britain
The locking mechanism in the roll-up unit is marked "press". The buckle then springs out 26-30 Richfield Avenue
so designed, that by rapid acceleration or of the anchorage, whether there is any load- Reading
braking, cornering or driving on steep in- ing on the belt or not. Berkshire RG1 8PH

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 Footbrake Clutch

To reduce the pedal effort necessary when Due to the hydraulic operation of the clutch,
braking, your Porsche has a brake servo unit. a free travel of the clutch pedal of 2.5 mm is
The vacuum necessary to operate this unit is necessary.
taken from the engine inlet manifold, when
the engine is running. Should this free travel suddenly become
bigger, it could mean a malfunction of the
Please note that with a defective servo unit, clutch. Please consult your workshop for
or when the vehicle is being towed with the rectification.
engine turned off, the braking effort required
Handbrake is considerably increased as soon as the
vacuum reservoir is used up.

The handbrake is cable operated to the rear With properly bled and functioning brakes,
wheels only. It is applied by pulling the lever the free movement at the brake pedal will
upwards. remain constant. This free travel before the
brakes start to operate can be 20 mm (0.8
To release the brake, the lever must be pull- ins.).
ed upwards whilst pressing the button in the Should this free travel suddenly become
end of the lever until the ratchet is cleared, bigger, either air has entered the system, or
and then letting the lever downwards. one of the brake circuits has malfunctioned.

The central warning light and the handbrake A malfunction of one of the brake circuits or
warning light will go out when the brake lever the loss of brake fluid would cause the cen-
is fully released. (See Automatic warning tral warning light to blink. (See Central warn-
unit.) ing unit.)

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Instrument Panel

1 Rear fog lamp

(on vehicles without rear fog light:
buttton for re-setting trip meter)
2 Light switch
3 Front fog lamps
4 L.H. combination instrument
5 Turn flasher warning light
6 Speedometer
7 Central warning light
8 Rev. counter 14 Instrument panel illumination dimmer 17 Locking lever for steering column and
9 Main beam warning light control instrument height adjustment
10 R. H. Combination instrument 15 Trip meter reset 18 Tempostat
11 Hazard light switch (only on vehicles with rear fog light) 19 Wiper - washer lever
12 Heated rear window switch 16 Turn indicator-Dipswitch-Parking light 20 Concentrated washer system
13 Ignition switch and Steering column lock and Headlamp flasher lever 21 Wiper-delay adjuster

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 1 -Steering unlocked, and all electrical cir-
cuits are operational except direction in-
dicator - reversing lights, wing mirror ad-
justment, rear screen heating and fresh
air fan.

2 -Ignition is switched on. All circuits can

now be operated. With the motor
stationary, the central warning light and
the individual lights are on for control
purposes.

Steering lock and ignition switch 3 - By turning the key to the right, the starter
motor is operated. As soon as the engine
The ignition key has 4 positions: fires, release the key. It will spring back
to position 2. With the engine running, The starter motor should not be operated for
0 - T h e steering is locked. All circuits con- the central warning light and the other longer than 10-15 seconds. If the engine
nected to the ignition switch are off. warning lights should go out except the does not fire, repeat the starting procedure
This is the only position in which the igni- brake warning light, which will go out after a pause of approx. 10 seconds. Every
tion key can be withdrawn, and the after the first application of the brakes time the starter motor is operated, the key
steering lock only operates after the key (see central warning unit). During the must be returned to position 1 before trying
is withdrawn. operation of the starter motor, the items again, as a device is built into the ignition
The parking lights can be operated with with heavy electrical consumption, e. g. switch to prevent inadvertent operation of
the switch in this position by using the headlights, rear screen heating, wipers/ the starter motor whilst the engine is run-
direction indicator lever. washers, will be interrupted. ning.

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 Starting the engine neutral, but drive off immediately while
avoiding high rpm and full throttle until the
engine has reached its normal operating
temperature.

Warning: Never turn the key back to posi- When the engine is cold, component parts By cold weather, it is recommendable to
tion 1 whilst the vehicle is moving. being controlled in dependence of the tem- depress the clutch pedal when starting the
perature automatically provide the correct engine, even when the vehicle is in neutral.
fuel-air mixture required for starting.
It is in your own interest to always remove Never start the engine or let it run in con-
the ignition key when leaving the vehicle, if Therefore, special starting instructions are fined spaces. The exhaust contains the co-
only for a short period, and to ensure that not necessary. lourless and odourless gas, carbon mono-
the steering lock is fully engaged. This is xide, which is poisonous, even in small
done by rocking the steering wheel left and With a hot engine we recommend that quantities.
right. This might also be necessary to re- you fully operate the accelerator when start-
lease the lock when turning on the ignition. ing. Do not allow the engine to warm up in Please take note of the hints on running-in.

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 Fog lights Light switch
Switch in position 1: Sidelights
Rear fog lights Switch in position 2: Headlights
(on vehicles without rear fog light: .
button for re-setting trip meter) In both of the switch positions the following The illumination intensity of the instruments
are also on: Backlights, Number plate lights is controlled by turning the knurled wheel
and instrument illumination. With the ignition under the instrument panel.
The fog lights and the rear fog light can be tion turned on, and the switch in position 2, the
switched on in addition to the headlights by headlights are elevated.
pressing the respective switch. The lamp built
into the switch comes on when fog lights are Instrument illumination
switched on. (The rear fog light operates only
When the headlights are switched on the in-
when the front fog lights are switched on.)
strument illumination and Automatic gear se-
Note: Take account of the varying laws in dif- lector illumination (vehicles fitted with auto-
ferent lands controlling the use of fog lights. matic transmission) comes on automatically.

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Revolution counter Speedometer

The transistorised revolution counter indi- The electronic speedometer shows the
cates the number of thousands of revolu- speed in miles and kilometres per hour.
tions per minute of the engine.

The red range on the scale of the instrument The upper odometer registers the total mile-
is a visible warning of the maximum permitt- age driven. The trip odometer can be set
ed revolutions per minute. Should you inad- back to zero when the ignition is on, by press-
vertantly, during acceleration, exceed these ing the button under or in the left hand side
revolutions, a built in governor in the distri- of the instrument console.
butor cuts out the ignition current.

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Main beam warning light Red Range-Warning

If the needle goes into the red range it means

The main beam warning light in the instru-
that the engine is being overloaded (by high
ment console lights when the headlamps
outside temperatures) and the warning light
are on main beam. It goes out when dipped
will come on.
beam is selected.

Blinker warning light

The blinker warning light flashes at the same

frequency as the blinker lights. Should one
of the blinker lights fail, the flashing is noti- Warning light
ceably quicker. If the warning light comes on, check that the
cooling fan is working. If the fan is not rotating,
the V-belt may be slack or broken; if so, it must
either be tightened or renewed. In cars with
Cooling fluid
air-conditioning, the electric fan located in front
Temperature Gauge of the air-conditioning condenser must also
operate. If it does not, there is a fault in the po-
White Range - engine cold wer supply or the temperature switch.
Avoid over-revving the engine or labouring
Central warning light Allow the engine to cool down and drive to the
Middle Range - normal nearest authorized workshop, keeping a con-
The temperature gauge needle should nor- stant check on the temperature gauge.
mally stay in this range. It is not unusual, when
The central warning light in the instrument the engine is being highly stressed, that the Avoid idling, crawling and engine speeds over
console lights when a fault occurs in one of needle tends towards the red range, but it 4000 rpm.
the systems in the vehicle. See "Automatic should return to the middle when the engine
warning unit". loading is reduced. Consult the chapter on the cooling system.

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 Warning Lights Consult the chapter on the cooling system.
(see also Central Warning Unit)
PARKING LIGHTS
TAIL LAMP This light comes on in the Combi-lnstrument
The warning light comes on when a tail light when the sidelights are turned on and goes
ceases to function. out again when the headlights are turned on.

STOP LAMP Trailer Indicator Light

The warning light comes on when the ignition The blinker warning light for the trailer opera-
is switched on and must go out after the first tion flashes at the same frequency as the blin-
brake application. If a brake light bulb is defec- ker lights. Should a trailer blinker fail the fre-
tive the warning light will not go out. quently is noticeably quicker.

WASH FLUID

The warning light comes on before the screen-

wash water runs out, indicating that about 2
liters (1.75 Imp. qts.) of water remain.

COOLANT
Fuel Gauge The coolant warning lamp lights up as soon
as the coolant level in the expansion tank drops
With the ignition turned on the gauge shows below the minimum permissible level. The
the amount of fuel in the tank. If the level is too warning lamp may come on when the car is
low the fuel warning light comes on. started and then go out again after a short
time. This is due to the volume of the coolant
increasing as it warms up, and thus exceeding
Warning light the minimum permissible coolant level.

The warning light comes on when about 8 liters It is essential to top up the coolant and, if ne-
(7 Imp. qts) are left in the tank. The tank should cessary, to have the cooling system checked
be filled at the next opportunity. for leaks.

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 Oil Pressure Gauge Voltmeter
Engine oil pressure is shown in bar. At 5000 Warning Light The voltmeter shows the overall condition of
rpm with the engine at normal operating tem- the charging system. The needle should nor-
perature the oil pressure should be about 5 The warning light comes on when the ignition mally stay in the range 1 2 - 1 4 volts when the
bar. A slight drop in oil pressure at higher tem- is turned on and goes out as soon as the cor- engine is running. A temporary drop under 12
peratures is normal. rect operating pressure is reached. Should volts when starting the engine is normal.
the light come on during driving, this indicates
Should the oil pressure suddenly drop while that the oil pressure is not correct.
driving or should the red oil pressure warning
light come on, the engine should be turned off In this case stop immediately. Warning Light
immediately. If the oil level is correct the next
workshop should be called in to rectify the If the oil level is correct the next workshop The warning light checks the function of the
fault. should be called in to rectify the fault. alternator. It comes on when the ignition is

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 Warning Lights BRAKE PR

turned on and goes out as soon as engine rpm. (see also "Central Warning Unit") The light blinks when one brake circuit fails.
are high enough. If the warning light flickers or
comes on during driving, it can mean that the
fan belt is loose or broken. The fault could also PARK BRAKE
lie however in the regulator or the alternator. The light comes on when the handbrake is on
BRAKE FLUID
In the latter cases the journey can be conti- or not fully released.
The warning light blinks when the fluid level
nued but only to the next workshop. Electrical drops below the allowable minimum. ENGINE OIL
consumption should be kept to a minimum.
With the vehicle level and the ignition turned
BRAKE PAD on, the warning light will come on if there is
The light comes on when brake pads are worn less than 6 liters (1.32 Imp. galls.) of oil in the
down to the allowable minimum. sump.

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 Rear screen heating

The heating for the rear screen and outside

mirrors is operated by the combined twist-
push-pull switch in the instrument panel. The
switch is illuminated when the heating is on.
Switch in the pushed-in position

Hazard light switch Switch in pulled-out position 0 -Full heating for de-icing. After approx. 15
minutes the heating turns off, automati-
When the hazard light switch is operated, all 0 - Rear screen heating off. cally.
4 flashing lights flash simultaneously.
1 - R e a r screen heating on. The heating is 1 - Full h e a t i n g for d e - i c i n g . A f t e r a p p r o x . 15
The hazard light switch is operative in any of so regulated that the rear screen will not m i n u t e s a relay s w i t c h e s t h e h e a t i n g
the ignition switch positions. mist up. down to demisting power.

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 Push the lever down beyond the over-centre Main and dipped beam
position - Left blinker.
Direction indicator- Dip - Parking With the light switch in position 2, main beam
If the lever is only pushed to the over-centre is selected by pushing the lever towards the
light - Headlight flasher switch position, the blinkers only operate until the instrument panel, and dipped beam by pulling
lever is released. the lever back towards the steering wheel. With
main beam selected, the blue light in the instru-
The malfunction of a blinker light is apparent ment panel comes on.
by a faster flashing rate. The direction indica-
This switch operates the headlight flasher, the tors only operate when the ignition is on.
dipped and main beams, the direction indica- Headlight flasher
tors and the parking lights. With the ignition key removed, the lever in the
up position turns the right hand parking lights The headlight flasher is operated by pulling
on, and in the down position the left hand park- the lever right back towards the steering wheel,
Direction indicator ing lights. and the headlights stay on as long as the lever
is held in this position. The headlight flasher
Push the lever upwards beyond the over- Parking lights are the front and rear sidelights operates also when the vehicle lighting is not
centre position - Right blinker. of the respective side. on.

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 The operation of the Tempostat is controll- forewards to position 1. Again this new
ed by the antenna lever behind the wiper speed is registered and maintained.
antenna.
Note: When you depress the clutch, the
The speed being travelled at any point in speed control is interrupted, but when the
time can be fed into the electronic control clutch is released, the speed control takes
unit by moving the lever forewards (position over again.
1).
To avoid accidentally overrevving the engi-
You can then take your foot off of the acce- ne, do not move the gearshift lever into neu-
lerator and this speed will be maintained. tral at road speed above 50 km/h (30 mph)
while the cruise controle is engaged.
By braking or stopping, the unit cuts itself
out, but the last speed fed into the unit re- If you exceed the speed registered in the
mains registered. This registered speed can control unit, e.g. during overtaking by using
be recalled by moving the lever downwards the accelerator, as soon as you come off of
1 Set/accelerate (position 2). However, should the ignition be the accelerator, the registered speed will be
2 Reset turned off, the registered speed is cancell- automatically resumed. On a steep incline
3 Cancel ed from the unit. either up or down, it is possible that the ve-
hicle will not maintain the registered speed
If the registered speed is too low, you can in a high gear, then you must change down,
to avoid labouring the engine by uphill, or to
increase speed with the accelerator or by
Tempostat ensure sufficient engine retardation by
moving the lever forewards to position 1 and
down hill driving.
(Automatic speed control) holding until the desired speed is attained,
and then letting the lever free. This speed is
now fed in to the unit and registered. We do not recommend use of the tempostat
The Tempostat will maintain any desired in heavy traffic or when road conditions are
speed with the range 50-200 km/h (30 to If the registered speed is too high, pull the unsuitable (eg. winding or slippery roads).
120 mph) without your foot being on the ac- control lever towards the steering wheel
celerator. Independent of this, you can (position 3) or brake; this interrupts the Tem-
brake, change gear and accelerate as nor- postat control, until the required lower
mal. speed is attained, and then move the lever

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 5 Wipers and washers. By pulling the lever
towards the steering wheel, the electric
washers as well as the wipers are switch­
ed on.

6 Head lamp washers. By pushing the lever

towards the instrument panel, the head­
lamp washers are operated, but only when
the headlights are on. Refer to paragraph
on headlamp washers.

Wipe-wash lever Concentrated washer system

With the concentrated washer system, even
The wipe-wash lever has 6 switch positions. dirt embedded in silicon-based polishes can
be removed from the screen.
0 Wipers off
A short press on the switch Β under the right
1 Slow wipe hand side of the instrument panel causes
the concentrated Porsche cleaning solution
2 Fast wipe to be pumped onto the screen. The duration
of the spray is controlled by a time relay to
3 Very fast wipe
avoid too heavy consumption of the solu­
4 Delay wipe. The wipers operate automa­ The windscreen should be sufficiently wet tion. If necessary the operation can be re­
tically at regular intervals. The delay inter­ before the wipers are actuated to avoid peated.
val can be adjusted by turning the knurled scratching it. The wiper blades should be The windscreen washers and wipers can
knob A under the right hand side of the checked regularly, and replaced at least then be operated to finish off the cleaning
instrument panel. once a year. process.

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Cockpit Layout 5 Center vent 11 Horn
6 Safety belt warning light 12 Power window switch
1 Side window demisting 7 Glove compartment lock 13 Sunroof switch
2 Instrument panel 8 First aid box holder 14 Rear screen wiper switch
3 Air conditioning 9 Wing mirror adjuster 15 Selector lever
4 Cancelling button for Auto. Warn unit 10 Bonnet lock 16 Clock
 Priority 1 - The central warning light flashes
together with the individual warning light.

The following functions have priority 1:

Brake circuit failure, Brake fluid level, Oil

pressure, Oil level.

If a malfunction is indicated here the vehicle

must be stopped and turned off immedia-
tely. The fault must be rectified.

Functions that do not require immediate

attention are:

Priority 2 - The central and individual warn-

ing lights come on continuously.
Central Warning Unit
The following functions have priority 2:

To increase driving and operational safety Should a malfunction occur the central Brake pad wear, Hand brake, Cooling fluid
an automatic warning system has been warning light in the instrument console will level, Cooling fluid temperature, Fuel tank
developed, that shows the driver, via an come on. At the same time the light for the reserve, Screen washer water level, Brake
unmistakeable warning light that comes on individual function will also come on, indicat- lights, Tail lights.
in the instrument panel, that there is a pos- ing what is malfunctioning.
sible malfunction. This is done automatically These functions show the need for part
without the driver having to do anything. replacement, re-filling, change of driving
The function control is divided into two mode or release of the handbrake, but not
The warning lights for the various functions priority groups. Functions that are essential for an immediate halting of the journey or
are located in the Combi-instruments. for driving and operational safety are: visit to a workshop.

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With the ignition turned on (engine not run-
ning) all individual warning lights and the
central warning light must come on to indic-
ate operational readiness. If the engine oil
level is too low the central warning light will
flash, (lack of engine oil can, in comparison
with all other functions, only be checked
with the engine turned off and with the vehi-
cle level.)

The warning light for the brakelights must go

out with the first brake application. The
remaining lights go out when the engine is
started.

By pressing the button (arrow) in the middle

of the console the central warning light can
be turned off in the case of priority 2 mal-
functions. It cannot be turned off in priority 1
cases because immediate action is neces-
sary to rectify the fault.

When the handbrake is applied or not fully

released the central warning light cannot be
turned off. Only when the handbrake is fully
released does the central warning light go
out.

Note: If the vehicle is tow or roll started the

warning lights will not go out. The engine
must be turned off and restarted with the
ignition key.

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Ventilation grills

1 De-icing jets for windscreen Central air inlet grills

2 De-icing jets for side windows
3 Fresh air jets for passenger compart-
ment
4 Fresh air jets for footwells
5 Air jet in glove box The central air inlet grills provide ventilation In the defrost position the grills are closed
for the interior. If the air flow should become automatically.
The height of the jet stream can be altered uncomfortable the central air inlet grills can
by tipping the horizontal bars in the grill. The be closed by means of a lever mounted at
lever in the grill adjusts the lateral air flow. the side of the grills.

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Side air inlet grills

To avoid misting up of the side windows, air

inlet grills are built into the door trim panels.
The direction of the air stream can be adjust-
ed by the grills, and the airflow can be regu-
lated by a lever.

A- Air inlet grill closed

B- Air inlet grill open

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Automatically controlled
air conditioning A maximum cooling effect is achieved with This is especially important during the cold
the fan switch at pos. 4, the windows closed weather when the air conditioning is not
The air conditioning only functions with the and the side and center vents fully open. needed.
engine running. The cooling effeciency is When the air conditioner is switched on ad- This operation is necessary to lubricate the
dependent on engine revolutions. If more ditional cooled air is fed via a vent to the glo- expansion valve and the seals on the main-
cooling is required it is necessary - especial- ve compartment. shaft.
ly in city or stop-go conditions - to increase If the vehicle has stood for a long time in di-
engine rpm. rect sunlight, it is recommended that the air
By automatically controlled air conditioning conditioning be turned on with the windows Should the air conditioning become defec-
the air conditioner compressor is switched on open, to provide through ventilation. tive, that is to say if warm air comes from
automatically in position AUTO and Bl. The the inlet grills, the air conditioning must be
engine runs at a higher idle speed in this po- The air conditioning must be operated for a turned off immediately or otherwise the
sition. short period at least once a month. cooling compressor can be damaged.

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The automatic controls the temperature in- The following controls make an individual re- Programme control lever to enable the au-
side the car according to the programme gulation of the air conditioning possible: tomatic air conditioner to meet individual re-
chosen and the temperature control lever quirements several programmes are avail-
position. able.
Temperature control lever for adjusting the Air conditioner and blower fan
required interior temperature with tempera- switched off.
The interior temperature is kept constant ture scale. The adjusted temperature is
even under changing climatic conditions. equal to the temperature in the middle of Automatic heater control. No cool-
Cold and warm air is blended automatically the vehicle interior. ing is possible on this position be-
by means of air mixer valves which are ope- cause compressor is switched off
rated by a servo motor. The servo motor is As heat output is dependent on the coolant for fuel ECOnomy. This program-
switched and controlled via inside and out- temperature, the full heating capacity is deli- me is recommended when out-
side temperature sensors as well as the vered only after the engine has reached nor- side air temperatures are below
coolant thermometer. mal operating temperature. + 5 ° C (40° F).

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 An airstream is also maximum heating effect and high-
directed toward the windshield. est blower fan speed are switched
on automatically and the full air flow
is directed to the windscreen and
the side vents. The center vent is
Automatic temperature control.
closed automatically.
Heating and cooling (during normal
weather conditions). Air is distri-
buted according to a predetermined
programme to suit the outlet tem-
perature. The center vent may be To prevent uncomfortable draughts, in posi-
closed manually. tions the auto-
matic control first comes into operation at cool-
ant temperatures above approx. 45° C. Below
Same as position AUTO in addition these temperatures the uncooled fresh air is
the defrost vents are opened. This prevented from entering the footwell by a cold
position is recommended during start shut off device.
wet and humid weather (rain, heavy
snowfall) to prevent the windscreen
from fogging up. It also provides
better cooling at head level and in Blower fan switch
the footwells when outside air tem- To provide air circulation when the vehicle is
peratures are very high. standing still or at low speeds the blowerfan
Defrost position: provides fastest runs at low speed even when the switch is in
possible defrosting of the iced or the 0 position. Should you require increased
fogged up front screen and side air flow the blower fan can be switched from
windows. With this programme the positions 1 to 4.

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Tensioning the V-belt Checking cooling medium level

The tension of these compressor V-belt is Due to the fact that the system loses cool-
checked every 20.000 km. If the airconditio- ant it is necessary to check the coolant level
ner is used frequently the V-belt tension at the reservoir at least once a year.
should also be checked between the ser- Should air bubbles be visible at the inspec-
vice intervals. tion glass of the reservoir (arrow) for an
The three mounting bolts (A) must be extended period, with the air conditioner
loosened for tensioning the V-belt. Correct switched on, this indicates a lack of coolant.
the V-belt tension with tensioning nut (B) Air bubbles will be normally visible for a short
and tighten the mounting bolts (A). The V- time.
belt is correctly tensioned when it can be
depressed approx. 5 mm using thumb pres- If necessary have the system re-filled in an
sure, between both V-belt pulleys. appropriately equipped service workshop.

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Headlight beam regulator

The height of the headlight beams can be re-

gulated to the laden condition of the vehicle
with the knob (B). This enables maximum
road illumination without dazzling other road
users. The beam setting must be corrected as Loudspeaker balance control
shown in the table when the vehicle load is
The normal headlight beam setting is obtain- increased. Turning the knob clockwise rai-
ed by turning the rotary knob as far as the ses the beams and vice versa. The correc- The volume of the loudspeakers in the door
noticeable stop, i. e. the white dot must be tion should be checked by observing the and in the rear of the vehicle can be balanc-
in line with "0" (see also "Headlight adjust- dipped beam cut-off (e. g. on the back of the ed by turning the loudspeaker balance con-
ment"). vehicle driving ahead of you). trol knob (A).

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 Cigarette lighter

The element is heated by pushing the light-

er in. When the correct temperature is
reached, the lighter springs out to the
normal position. With the lighter out, the
socket can be used for electrical auxiliaries
such as compressor or handlamp, with a
consumption of up to 120 watts at 12 volts.

Clock Ashtray Rear seat storage compartment

The left-hand push-button beneath the dis-
play is used for setting the hour. The right-hand
push-button is used for setting minutes.
A brief press of a button (best done with a ball
point pen) will put the time forward by one hour
or one minute. The storage compartment is opened by
Prolonged pressure on the button(s) will cause pressing the button and lifting the lid. For
the hours and/or minutes to be displayed in security reasons, the storage compartment
sequence. is lockable.
In order to set the time accurate to the very The ashtray is mounted in the middle con-
second, press the minute button at the very sole in front of the gear lever. To empty the On vehicles with a rear seat storage com-
moment you hear the time signal on your car ashtray pull the tray upwards out of the partment a second ashtray can be found on
radio. housing. the tunnel in front of the compartment.

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Electric Sliding Roof Manual Operation

The sunroof is operated by a spring loaded We do not recommend that the sliding sun A hand crank is provided for manual opera-
rocker switch on the middle console. Appro- roof be operated at speeds in excess of 100 tion in the event of an electrical failure. To do
priate movement of the switch opens or km/h. The force required to overcome the this the cover of the sunroof drive must be
closes the sunroof. When released the resistance of the air pressure at higher removed. Pull the cover down at the rear and
switch returns to the neutral position and speeds can cause damage to the sliding unhook the spring. Unscrew the now visible
the roof stops in the required position. The roof. slotted screw with the screwdriver tip of the
drive mechanism is equipped with a safety hand crank. Before inserting the fork-end of
clutch which disengages when a certain the crank remove spacers which were under
resistance is met, thus excluding the possi- the screw. Turn the knurled screw of the
bility of accidental injuries. crank into the threaded hole in the drive

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 Rear screen wiper

shaft making sure that the lugs engage in the The rear screen wiper is switched on by a
slots. The roof can then be moved by turning press switch in the middle console. To pre-
the crank. vent the rear screen from becoming
scratched it should be sufficiently wet
before operating the wiper.

The wiper motor is mounted in the bodywork

of the vehicle and not in the luggage com-
If the roof is only about half open, it is recom- partment door, and drives the wiper with a
mended that you close the roof by turning clutch, that disengages and engages auto-
the slotted screw instead. matically when opening or closing the door.

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Glove box Sun visors Make up mirror

The glove box is opened by pulling the The front sun visors can be either pulled The make up mirror can be found on the rear
handle set into the lid. For security reasons, down in front of the screen or swung to the side of the passengers sun visor. On vehic-
the glove box is lockable. side in front of the door windows to prevent les with leather interior a lighted make up
dazzle from the sun. mirror is installed in the roof lining behind the
The rear sun visors can be swung back to the passengers sun visor (except on vehicles
rear window. with sun roof). By pressing the button the
mirror swings out from the roof lining.

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Luggage compartment door Never drive with the luggage compartment To open the hood
door ajar or open, as then exhaust fumes
(See notes under "Alarm system" if your car
could enter the vehicle. Lift the hood top slightly and release the
is equipped with an alarm system.)
safety catch by pressing the lever upwards.
To open the door

Insert key into the lock and turn it to the right Make sure the windscreen wipers are not
and lift the door. Two gas-struts will then Engine compartment Hood top tilted forward!
open the door fully.
To release the hood
To close the door
When the vehicle lights are on, a lamp on the
Push the door down until it can be heard to Pull the lever on the left hand cowl side underside of the hood top lights automati-
lock. panel underneath the instrument panel. cally.

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Manual gearbox Reverse should only be selected after the Permissible rpm before shifting down.
vehicle has come to a complete stillstand.
5-4 gear 4800 rpm
4-3 gear 4800 rpm
3-2 gear 4700 rpm
The fully synchronised gearbox permits 2-1 gear 4400 rpm
rapid gear changes without the need to To shift from 1 st into reverse gear, the gearshift
double declutch. Be sure however that the lever must first be moved into neutral position
clutch is fully depressed before engaging or between 4th and 5th gear.
disengaging a gear.
With the ignition on, the reversing lights
The gear positions are shown in the diagram come on automatically when reverse gear is
on the right. selected.

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Automatic gearbox At speeds in excess of 15 km/h (10 mph) a It is extremely important for correct func­
hydraulically operated mechanical lock-out tioning of the automatic gearbox, that the
avoids changing into R or P. correct fluid level is maintained. For this
The automatic gearbox facilitates the driv­
reason you should check the fluid level fre­
ing of the vehicle. The individual gears are
The selector-lever console is illuminated. quently, between the normal servicing of
selected automatically, depending on the
the vehicle.
position of the gear selector lever, the
speed of the vehicle and the position of the
accelerator.
For safety reasons, the motor can only be
started with the selector lever in positions Ρ
or Ν.
The selector lever has six positions, and is
fitted with a mechanical lock-out, to avoid in­
advertent selecting of the wrong gear.

Operation

Before selecting a gear with the engine run­

ning and the car stationary, either the hand­
brake must be on, or the footbrake operat­
ed. The brakes should only be released
when you wish to drive away, as the vehicle
will creep as soon as gear is selected. Do not If there is no automatic transmission fluid in
accelerate while selecting a gear. the gearbox or the torque convertor, the
engine must not be started, nor must the
The lock-out button must be pressed when At speeds in excess of 50 km/h (30 mph) Ν vehicle be towed.
changing from should not be selected. Should however Ν
be selected inadvertantly during driving, the The automatic gearbox and the torque con­
Ρ . .. to . . . R accelerator should be released to allow the vertor are both filled with ATF, simultaneous­
R ... to ... Ρ engine to attain tick-over revolutions, before ly. The back axle is filled with Hypoid oil. For
Ν ... to ... R the gear is selected again. This avoids over­ filling amounts see the chapter "Filling capa­
? ... to ... 1 loading the fluid clutch. cities".

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Selector positions

D 1 Ν

This is the gear to select for normal driving. This position should be selected when it ap­ In this selector position, no gears can be
The three forward gears are automatically pears advisable to hold the vehicle in 1st engaged. It is the same as neutral in a man­
engaged, according to the load on the gear, e. g. steep up- or downhill stretches, or ual gearbox, and should be selected when
engine and the speed of the vehicle. when operating with a trailer in mountainous the vehicle is stationary for any length of
terrain. time, e. g. traffic jam. This position should
The vehicle remains in 1st gear, and 2nd and only be selected when the engine r. p. m. are
3rd gears are locked out. at tick-over.

This position can be selected from position The engine can be started in this position.
2 during driving by pressing the lock-out but­
ton, but should only be done at speeds
lower than 60 km/h (35 mph).
2

Ρ
This is the gear to select for mountainous
terrain, as well as for long uphill or downhill
stretches. The engine's power is better uti­ Must only be selected when the vehicle is R
lised, and also the retardation affect of the stationary.
engine is greater. The vehicle pulls away in In this position, the driving wheels are me­ This position must only be selected at tick-
1st gear and changes automatically into 2nd chanically locked. To select Ρ the lock-out over, and with the vehicle stationary. The
gear. 3rd gear is locked out. During driving, button must be pressed. lock-out button has to be pressed to select
this position can be selected, even with the R. At speeds in excess of 15 km/h (10 mph) a
accelerator depressed. However, as 2nd Ρ should only be selected after the hand­ hydraulically operated lock-out prevents R
gear is then immediately engaged, this brake has been applied, and should be dis­ and Ρ from being engaged. With the ignition
should not be done at speeds in excess of engaged before the handbrake is released. on, the reversing lights come on automatic­
150 km/h (90 mph). The engine can be started in this position. ally when R is selected.

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Waiting Trailer operation

For short waiting periods, e. g. traffic lights, Selector position 2

the vehicle can be left in gear, and held sta­
tionary with the footbrake. For inclines, up or down, select position 1 in
good time, to attain maximum engine power
For longer waiting periods, with the engine or retardation, and thereby reduce the load­
running, position Ν should be selected. ing on the brakes. For mountainous terrain
Never hold the vehicle stationary on a hill only use selector position 1.
with the accelerator. Always apply the hand-
or footbrake. Being towed
When the engine is not running, the oil pump
This avoids unnecessary warming up of the for the automatic gearbox is not driven, and
torque convertor or gearbox. therefore the gearbox is not lubricated. The
following points must therefore be noted:

1. Selector in position N.
Stop start driving
2. Towing speed must not exceed 50 km/h
(30 mph).
For stop start driving, e. g. traffic jam, posi­
tion 1 should be selected.
3. Maximum towing distance 50 km (30
miles).

4. For greater distances, the vehicle must be

transported on a trailer.
Parking

When parking, or manouvering in confined Tow or push starting

spaces, the speed can be adjusted with the
brakes, and very little acceleration is requir­ If your Porsche is fitted with automatic gear­
ed. box, it cannot be tow or push started.

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The shift points given here are theoretical road speeds. There may be certain variations in practice as a result of ma-
nufacturing tolerances, the temperatures of components and automatic transmission fluid as well as tyre slip.

Up shifts

In selector position "D" the automatic up A) When you drive with a gentle pressure on B) During full throttle acceleration or kick-
and down shifts are dependent on a combi- the accelerator pedal the transmission down the transmission holds 1st and 2nd
nation of road speed and accelerator pedal shifts from 1 st to 2nd gear approx. 30 km/h gears longer for better acceleration. It then
position. The shift points vary between the (20 mile/h) and into 3rd gear approx. 45 shifts from 1st to 2nd at approx. 100 km/h
part throttle and full throttle positions. km/h (28 mile/h) in order to preserve fuel (60 mile/h) and into 3rd gear at approx. 160
and reduce noise levels. km/h (100 mile/h).

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The shift points given here are theoretical road speeds. There may be certain variations in practice as a result of ma-
nufacturing tolerances, the temperatures of components and automatic transmission fluid as well as tyre slip.

Down shifts

A) When you drive with gentle pressure on at approx. 80 km/h (50 mile/h) to provide place at higher road speeds to provide ma-
the accelerator pedal the transmission better acceleration or hill climbing ability ximum acceleration. The down shift from
shifts down from 3rd to 2nd gear at approx. on gradients and then shifts to 1st gear at 3rd to 2nd gear takes place at approx. 130
35 km/h (23 mile/h) and into 1st gear at ap- approx. 50 km/h (30 mile/h). km/h (80 mile/h) and 1st gear is selected
prox. 20 km/h (12 mile/h). at approx. 70 km/h (45 mile/h). The up-shift
C) If you press the accelerator pedal down points for kick-down acceleration are the
B) When you drive at full throttle the trans- beyond the pressure point to actuate the same as those given for full throttle acce-
mission shifts down from 3rd to 2nd gear kick-down switch, the down shifts take leration.

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Tips for "Running-in" Maximum permitted revolutions Roof Racks

There are no particular rules to be observed The red range on the rev-counter scale is a Normal commercially available roof racks
when "running-in" your new Porsche, how- visual warning. cannot be fitted.
ever the following tips will be helpful in ob-
When the maximum permissible engine speed
taining the optimum running properties. If an original Porsche rack (as available hit-
is reached, the governor built into the distri-
butor cuts off the ignition current, and thereby herto) is fitted, the permissible roof load is 35
Despite the most modern manufacturing prevents the engine from being overrevved kg. With the "New Porsche Roof Transport
methods with their high precision, it cannot during acceleration. System" you can transport a wide variety of
be completely avoided that the moving sports and hobby equipment, up to a roof load
parts have to wear in with each other. This of 75 kg. There are many different racks to
wearing-in occurs mainly in the first 1000 km choose from.
(600 miles).
Oil consumption can be somewhat higher
than normal during the "running-in" period. Your Porsche dealer will be glad to advise you
Bedding-in new brake pads on the versatility of the "New Roof Transport
System".
Therefore you should New disc pads have to bed-in, and do not
therefore have the full braking ability in the
never over-rev a cold engine, either in neu- beginning. To compensate for this reduced
To ensure minimum noise, maximum econo-
tral or in gear, braking ability for approx. the first 200 km
my and a desirable level of safety when driv-
(120 miles) a little more pedal pressure is
ing with an unloaded roof rack, you should not
continually change the demands made necessary. This also applies after having the
exceed a maximum speed of 180 km/h.
upon the engine and transmission, disc pads renewed at a later date.

never exceed 5000 rpm in the individual

gears, When the roof rack is loaded, the recom-
mended maximum speed depends on the na-
always change gear in good time, and there- Please note: New tyres do not posess their ture, size and weight of the load. You should
by keep the engine in the optimum revolu- full road-holding ability. Therefore only not however exceed a speed of 140 km/h at
tion range (note the Transmission diagram). drive at lower speeds for the first 200 km any time. Make sure that the load is firmly and
This of course also applies after running-in. (120 miles). securely fastened.

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Tips for winter operation

Engine oil Cooling fluid Door and window seals

Before the onset of the colder weather, have The vehicle should not be driven without To prevent the freezing of the rubber seals
the engine filled with oil of the correct visco- anti-freeze at temperatures below freezing on the doors and hood top, they should be
sity. See chapter on "filling capacities". point. The all-season cooling fluid in the treated with talcum powder or glycerine.
cooling system, put in by the manufacturer,
Battery offers protection down to - 3 0 ° C (Northerly
lands -40°C).
The battery capacity drops with lower tem-
peratures, but the demands made upon the Nevertheless it is advisable to have the cool-
battery generally increase. Therefore, have ing fluid checked to make sure that the ne-
the battery checked and charged, if neces- cessary protection is afforded, at the onset
sary, in good time. Also have the acid con- of colder weather. When necessary, top up
tent checked, and the terminals greased. with antifreeze. For amounts see chapter
See chapter "Check and care of battery". "Filling capacities".

Corrosion protection
Door locks
The salt spread on winter roads can have a
detrimental effect on your car's bodywork. To prevent the door locks freezing up, the
You should therefore wash the car as often Brakes lock cylinders should be masked when
as convenient in accordance with our care washing the vehicle, to avoid ingress of
instructions. Have a preservative applied After driving for extended periods on salt water. Should however the locks still freeze
and the underseal checked in an authorized covered roads a film can form on the brake up, a proprietory de-icing solution can be
workshop before and after the cold weather discs and pads which considerably reduces used to free them. A warmed-up key can
season. friction and thus the braking effect. also be useful, but never use force.

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Water reservoirs Snow chains can only be mounted on the
driving wheels, and only the fine link chains
To ensure the function of the screen and recommended by Porsche for the normal
headlight washers under frost conditions, series tyres should be used. This ensures
anti-freeze should be added to the water. A that the clearance between the wheel and
mixture of one part household spirit to three wheelhouse is maintained. However, note
parts water also works very well. the chain manufacturers recommendations.
Your authorized dealer will be pleased to
advise you in choosing the appropriate win-
Winter tyres and snow chains ter tyres and snow chains.

Due to the reduced effectiveness of sum- Additional equipment

mer tyres in winter we recommend the fitt-
ing of special winter tyres when snow and It can be helpful during winter to keep a
ice are expected. handbrush and scraper in the vehicle, to
If M + S tyres are used in the winter, they clear the screens of ice and snow, as well as
must be fitted to all 4 wheels. Be acquainted a board to put under the jack and some dry
with the different laws in different lands gov- sand to help traction when pulling away on
erning maximum speeds with these tyres. icy slopes.

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Car care instructions Use an abundant supply of water, a soft Please use only the preservatives and wash-
sponge or wash brush and a suitable, mild ing agents recommended by your Porsche
Regular and correct care helps to maintain car shampoo. Begin by spraying the body dealer. Provided it is washed and treated
the value of your car and is also a precondi- thoroughly with water to rinse away loose with preservative regularly, the brand new
tion for the long-life guarantee. dirt. Do not wash your Porsche in bright sun- finish of your car will be retained for years to
light or while the bodywork is still hot. After come. Apply the paint preservative after the
Washing washing, rinse the car plenty of water and car wash and polish it dry to obtain a bright
then leather dry. Remember to clean the finish or simply add a preservative to the fi-
The best method of protecting your car from
seams, flanges and joints! nal rinse water and rub down with a leather.
the damaging effects of the environment is
Do not use the same wash leather for rub-
frequent washing and the re-application of a
bing down as you use for cleaning the wind-
preservative.
shield and windows. Polishing
The salt spread on winter roads, road dust
The moisture which gets on to the brakes
and dirt, airborne industrial emissions, dead
during a car wash can reduce braking effi- The use of polishes is recommended only af-
insects, bird droppings etc. can have a da-
ciency or make the brakes pull unevenly. Al- ter it becomes evident that the normal pre-
maging effect on the bodywork if allowed to
ways test the brakes a few times after wash- servatives no longer produce the desired fi-
remain on the car for a long time.
ing your car to make sure they are properly nish.
Salts have a particularly corrosive effect on
dried off.
body seams, flanges and joints. Caution: Do not apply silicone polishes to
Dust should never be wiped off the car with a
It is therefore necessary to clean such areas the windshield or windows.
dry cloth since dust particles are abrasive
thoroughly with a sponge when you wash The paintwork of your car is exposed to all
and could dull and damage the surface fin-
the car - or after going through an automa- manner of mechanical and chemical stres-
ish.
tic car wash, then rinse them with water and ses, particularly climatic ones such as bright
rub dry with a leather. sunlight, rain, frost and snow. Ultraviolet
New cars should be washed carefully with light, rapid changes in temperature, rain,
Preservation
plenty of clear water to protect the fresh snow, industrial dust and chemical deposits
paintwork. Dark paint finishes show up the The paintwork contains certain fats which
constantly attack the paint which is only ab-
smallest of surface damage (scratches) mo- maintain its high lustre and prevent it be-
le to withstand such exposure in the long
re readily than light colors. Dark colors are coming brittle. Climatic effects can remove
term if it is given regular care and attention.
also slightly more susceptible to scratches these fats from the paintwork. This should be
because the composition of their pigments counteracted by applying a paint preservati- Matt painted parts should not be treated
and therefore require special care and at- ve in good time to restore the fats and thus with preservatives or polishes as this will
tention. retain the high lustre. spoil the matt effect.

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Spots and stains - preferably before the start of the cold sea- bitor at the factory. If grease solvents are
son and again in the spring - and the under- used for cleaning the engine compartment
Tar stains, grease, oil spots and dead insects
sealing repaired as necessary. or the engine itself, they invariably destroy
cannot always be removed by washing alo-
The oil industry has developed undersealing the corrosion inhibiting coating. It is then ab-
ne. They can cause discoloration if allowed
and rust-proofing compounds based on bi- solutely necessary to have a durable preser-
to remain on the paintwork. They should
tumen or wax. Unlike conventional spray vative applied to all surfaces, body seams,
therefore be removed without delay with a
oils, these preservatives do not attack the joints and components in the engine com-
suitable cleaner (tar, stain or insect remo-
anti-drumming materials applied at the fac- partment.
ver). Wash the affected area immediately af-
tory.
ter treating it. Grease the return springs of the accelerator
Before applying fresh underseal, carefully cable after every engine wash.
remove deposits of dirt and grease. Once it
Minor paint damage Effective rust-proofing is particularly impor-
has dried the new undersealing compound
tant during the cold weather season. If the
forms a tough protective coating which pro-
Minor paint damage, such as scratches, sco- car is driven frequently in areas where salt
vides efficient rust-proofing of the floor pa-
res or chips caused by flying stones, should has been spread on the roads, the whole en-
nels and components.
be covered immediately with paint before gine compartment should be cleaned tho-
corrosion sets in. However, if there are alrea- Always apply a fresh coating of suitable roughly after the cold weather season to
dy traces of corrosion they must first be re- preservative to unprotected areas after prevent the salt causing any lasting damage.
moved carefully and thoroughly. Coat the cleaning the underside of the body or the A full underbody wash should be performed
area with a rust-proofing primer (applicator engine or carrying out repairs to underbody at the same time.
or aerosol) and finish off with a top coat. The components. Windows
paint code and color number are found on a
Your Porsche dealer is familiar with the bo- The road dust which settles on the wind-
label close to lock on the left door pillar.
dyseal treatment procedures and has the shield and windows contains particles of tire
necessary equipment for applying factory- rubber and oil residue. The interior trim and
Undersealing approved materials. We recommend that upholstery gives off deposits, particularly in
you entrust him with all such work and in- strong sunlight, which collect on the insides
The underside of the car is durably protect-
spections. of the windows. These deposits are aug-
ed by a factory-applied undersealing mate-
mented by impurities in the air which enter
rial.
Cleaning and preserving engine compart- the car through the fresh air vents.
As it is not possible to exclude the risk of da-
ment
mage to this protective coating in day-to- A luke-warm soap and water solution or a
day driving, it is advisable to have the under- The engine compartment and the surface of normal window cleaner can be used for
side of the car inspected at certain intervals the engine are treated with a corrosion inhi- cleaning the insides and outsides of win-

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dows. Remember to clean the wiper blades Lights, plastics Regular care is necessary in order to retain
as well. If you use a chamois leather for the the attractive surface finish. The wheels
Use only a soap and water solution for clean-
windows, do not use it for the paintwork as it should be washed down with a sponge or
ing the plastic light lenses. Never use che-
will otherwise pick up a certain amount of wash brush about every two weeks. In areas
mical cleaning agents for this purpose. The
preservative or polish and could smear the where salt is spread on winter roads or there
same applies to other plastic parts and fi-
windows and thus impair vision. Use a spe- is a lot of airborne industrial dust, it is best to
cial sponge for removing dead insects from nishes.
clean the the wheels weekly. Non-acidic clean-
the windshield. ing agents with a maximum pH of 10 may be
Door, lid and window seals
used for this purpose.
In winter a cleaning and anti-freeze agent Rubberseals tend to age and become brittle
must be added to the water used by the wind- or crack if they are not treated occasionally Every three months you should coat the
screen washer system. These agents are to with glycerine or talcum powder. wheels with a non-corrosive grease (vaseli-
be added in the ratio specified by the manu- ne) after cleaning. Use a clean cloth to tho-
Aluminum wheels
facturer. roughly rub the grease into the surface.
Pitting can occur if metallic particles which Polishes which dissolve oxide, as frequently
cause contact corrosion (e. g. brass or cop- used for other metals, or abrasive tools or
per in brake dust) are allow to remain on the agents are unsuitable because they break
aluminum for too long. down the paint-resp. oxide film.

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Leather care Care of seat belts

Cleaning is best performed with a white, soft If it becomes necessary to clean the belts,
woolen cloth and a weak soap and water so- you can use any mild washing agent. Allow
lution. Don't use aggressive cleaners and the belts to dry, but avoid direct sunlight. If
rough cleaning materials. Take special care unsuitable cleaners are used or any attempt
not to dampen the other side of perforated is made to dye or bleach the belts, the web-
leather trim. Once you have cleaned the bing may be weakened and thus constitute
leather (especially the very stressed leather a safety risk.
seats) treat it with »Karneol« preservative -
Porsche part-No. 000.043.007.00 -. Ask your
Porsche dealer for further details.

Leather should be cleaned and treated se- Cleaning the antenna

veral times a year, depending on how quick- To ensure perfect radio reception and smooth
ly it becomes dirty. We recommend that action, the telescopic antenna must be clean-
"Karneol" be applied initially after the first ed regularly (weekly) with a soft cloth moistened
few weeks or after the car has covered a few with oil. Operate the antenna several times
thousand miles. while cleaning it. Use only light, non-resining
The natural surface markings of leather oil, e.g., sewing machine oil, or special anten-
skins, such as creases, healed scratches, in- na cleaning cloths.
sect bites and slight variations in shade and
grain add to the attractiveness of the real
leather product.

Storing your car

Fabric upholstery, carpets
If you intend to store your Porsche for a pro-
Use only a vacuum cleaner or a medium stiff longed period, please consult your Porsche
brush. Remove stains and spots with a luke- dealer. He will be glad to advise you on the
warm soap and water solution or a reputable most suitable and necessary methods of
spot remover. corrosion protection.

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Advice on maintenance
and breakdowns

It is strongly recommended that all the ne-

cessary work on your vehicle be carried out
by authorised workshops. The training and
experience of the workshop personnel, the
technical information from the manufacturer
and the special tools and apparatus provide
a good basis for the correct treatment of
your Porsche.

When, however, you wish to work on your

vehicle, this should only be done with great
care. Only then, is the safety of your vehicle
ensured. The engine should always be turn-
ed off and cool, before starting work on it.

Tool-kit Some lands require that additional tools and

replacement parts be carried in the vehicle.
Before undertaking an oil-change on your Please enquire before driving abroad.
vehicle, you should know how to dispose of The tool-kit is in the tray fitted to the back panel
the old oil. Under no circumstances should of the vehicle. To remove the panel covering The jack supplied with the vehicle should
it be tipped into the drainage system, over the tool-kit, both knobs must be turned through only be used when changing the wheels on
the ground or into the waterways. If you 90°. It contains all the tools necessary to re- the vehicle. When working under the
cannot dispose of the oil properly, then let medy small faults and to enable you to do your vehicle, it should be supported on purpose-
your workshop do the oil-change. own servicing. The jack is by the spare wheel. made stands for safety.

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Engine oil level

The oil level should be between the two

marks on the dipstick. If the oil level sinks
below the lower mark, the central warning
light will flash when the ignition is turned on.
(See Central warning unit.) The actual oil
level can only be determined however when
the vehicle is standing horizontal.

It is incorrect to check the oil level immedia- Checking oil level Topping up engine oil
tely the engine has been turned off,
because the circulating oil takes a few
minutes to flow back to the sump. If the level
is on the lower mark, only enough oil should 1. Unscrew the cap and pull out the dipstick.
be added to ensure that the level does not
fall below this mark before oil is checked 2. Top up with an oil of the same quality and
again. When the engine is heavily stressed, 1. Pull dipstick out and wipe with clean cloth. of a recognised brand.
as in summer on the motorways with con-
stant high speeds, or in the mountains, the 2. Push the dipstick fully in, and then pull out 3. Check oil level on dipstick, it should not be
oil level should be maintained near the and read the level. The difference bet- over the top mark.
upper dipstick mark as the oil has more cool- ween the upper and lower marks is ap-
ing to do. prox. 1,5 liter. 4. Screw the cap up tightly.

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Engine oil change Oil level in gearbox

For the intervals between oil changes see the 3. Screw the filter element up until it contacts To check the oil level in the gearbox, the
maintenance plan. the sealing ring. plug (B) must be wiped clean and removed
by unscrewing.
The refill quantity is ca. 7.5 liters. 4. Screw the filter element a further half a turn.
With the vehicle standing horizontally, the oil
5. Clean the drain plug and replace it, using a
(cold) should be topped up to the lower lip of
1. With the engine warm, remove the oil filler new sealing ring.
the hole.
cap and the oil drain plug.
6. Pour the new oil in, check the level and re-
2. Let all the drain out and renew the filter. place filler cap.
When renewing a filter, no undue force
should be used to tighten it, (lightly oil the 7 Run the engine and check for leaks.
sealing ring) as it will then be very difficult To refill the gearbox, only use the oils recom-
to remove when doing the next filter change. 8. Run the motor and check for leaks. mended in the table "Filling quantities".

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 To check the level, the vehicle must be
standing level. The selector must be in posi­
tion Ν and the engine running at tick-over.

The difference between the two marks is ca.

0.2 liter (1/2 pint).

Should oil leakage be visible the next work­

shop should be called in to rectify the fault.

Oil change

When changing the oil, ca. 5.5 liters (1.25

Imp. galls.) are required to fill the gearbox
and torque convertor.
Automatic gearbox
The filter must be renewed at every oil
change, and the level must be up to the
Manual gearbox Checking oil level mark underneath the min. mark.
Oil change
The level of the oil should be checked re­ To refill, only use the oils recommended in
gularly, even between services. the table "Filling quantities".

The level can be seen through the transpa­ For fluid changing intervals see the mainten­
To change the gearbox oil, both drain plugs rent reservoir, that is mounted on the back ance plan.
(A) must be removed by unscrewing. They end of the gearbox housing. The fluid level
are to be found at the front and back of the must be between the max. and min. marks If too much oil is added, inadvertently, it
gearbox. when at normal operating temperature. must be removed.

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 Since the expansion tank is transparent, there
is no need to remove the cap to check the
coolant level.
When cold (approx. 20°C) the coolant should
be up to the level of the joint in the expansion
tank. When the engine is warm, the coolant
level should be above this line.
As engine temperature rises, superfluous
coolant is discharged through the pressure
relief valve in the tank cap.

Right-hand drive Left-hand drive

Cooling system

The cooling system capacity is approx. 16 Cooling fan WARNING: Do not remove the expansion
liters. The cooling fluid is a mixture of ap- tank cap when the engine is hot, otherwise
The cooling fan is driven by a V-belt through a
prox. 8.8 liters softened water and approx. you may be scalded.
temperature-controlled, speed-governing
7.2 liters of cooling fluid additive, and gives
visco-coupling. When the engine is cold, the To remove the cap proceed in two steps: When
frost protection down to -30° C, as well as
fan speed is only a fraction of the engine speed; the engine is hot release excess pressure by
protection against corrosion. For greater
when the cooling system is warm, fan speed turning the cap to the first stop. Protect your
frost protection, see the chapter "Filling
is the same as engine speed up to approx. fingers! The cap can then be turned further to
capacities".
3500 rpm. The fan speed does not exceed this remove it.
Therefore, if the needle on the coolant tempe-
value, even at higher engine speeds.
rature gauge moves into the red zone, for ex- When the coolant level drops below a certain
Topping up the coolant level the central warning light on the instru-
ample when driving fast in very hot weather, it
is advisable to reduce engine speed intermit- There must always be some coolant in the ex- ment panel will light up; the coolant level must
tently. pansion tank. then be topped up.

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To guard against corrosion, the mixture
strength of the cooling fluid should not be
altered, so even in warm weather, never top
up the system with just water.

The system should only be topped up with a

mixture of soft water and cooling system
additive. For mixing ratios see the chapter
"Filling capacities".

To avoid damaging the engine, cold fluid

should only be added to a cold engine.
Note: There should seldom be need to top
up this sealed cooling systems. If there is a
considerable fluid loss, it probably means a
leak in the system. This should be checked
immediately by an authorised dealer.

Draining and refilling the cooling system 4. Renew the sealing washers on the drain
plug for the radiator and the two engine
1. With the engine cool, set the heating le- drain screws, and refit.
ver to "warm" and remove the cap from
the expansion tank. 5. With the engine stationary, refill the sys-
(On cars with automatic air conditioning, tem as full as possible.
set temperature slide control to 30°C
(86°F) and switch on the ignition). 6. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, checking the fluid
2. Remove the drain plug from the radiator,
level constantly. If necessary, top up the
and catch the fluid.
level in the expansion tank to the middle
3. Remove the two drain screws located line.
left and right in the engine and catch the
fluid. 7. Refit cap to expansion tank.

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Left-hand drive Right-hand drive Left-hand drive

Screenwash water container (A) bers: one for each of the two brake circuits, tral warning unit.) Consult an authorised
and one for the clutch. The screw cap for the dealer immediately and have the braking sy-
The transparent water container is in the combined filler neck has a ventilation hole, stem checked.
right hand side of the engine compartment which must always be kept free. Brake fluid is hygroscopic! A too high water
and has a capacity of approx. 8 liters. The reservoir is transparent, so that the fluid content in the brake fluid adversely affects
It is advantageous when you add a screen level can be controlled from the outside. The the braking system, and therefore the brake
cleaning and anti-freeze agent, in the ratio level should always be between the max. fluid should be changed every two years by
recommended by the manufacturer, to the and min. marks. an authorised dealer.
water. Clear water is in general not sufficient A nominal dropping of the fluid level will oc- To top up the level, only use new (unused)
to clean the windscreen and the headlights. cur during the use of the vehicle as the brake brake fluid. For specification and amounts
disc pads wear and automatically adjust. see the chapter "Filling quantities".
Brake fluid reservoir (B) This is quite normal.

The brake fluid reservoir is mounted in the Should the fluid level drop appreciably, the Note: Brake fluid is corrosive, and attacks
engine compartment. It has three cham- central warning light will come on. (See cen- paintwork.

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 console come on, you should refill the tank.
You have only about 8 liters (7 Imp. qts.) fuel
Container for concentrated Fuel tank left.
wash system The fuel tank filter is set in the rear quarter
panel behind the right hand rear wheel. Fuel
The fluid reservoir is mounted at the right on
the front bonnet lock cross member and holds An extra area is built in to stop the fuel from Your Porsche will run on any grade of fuel
approx. 0.6 liters of cleaning fluid. To avoid overflowing when it warms up. This area with an octane rating of 98 or higher.
damage to the paintwork, only "Porsche spe- should not be filled when filling up with fuel.
cial silicone remover" should be used. Other After filling up, the filler cap should be screw- To prevent ignition knock (pinging) when driv-
cleaning agents are not suitable for the con- ed on until it is felt to be fully home. ing in countries with low-octane fuel, you
centrated washer system, but if this special When refuelling, the engine should always should accelerate gently, change speeds in
solution is not obtainable, a proprietory solu- be turned off. good time and avoid driving at top engine
tion can be used, following the manufacturers speeds. If you intend to stay in one of these
recommendations for mixing quantities. "Por- The fuel tank holds approx. 86 liters (19 countries for some time, you should consult
sche special silicone remover" is proof against galls.). When the central warning light and your Porsche dealer regarding adjustment of
frost down to - 2 5 ° C. the fuel tank warning light in the instrument the ignition timing.

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Power assisted steering

With power-assisted steering, the turning

action on the steering wheel is assisted by a
hydraulic mechanism. At low engine speeds,
e. g. when parking or when driving slowly, the
power-assisted steering is fully effective.
The power assistance reduces with increas- Container for hydraulic fluid
ing engine revolutions or increasing vehicle The reservoir is mounted on the left hand
speed and has the effect of producing in- inner wheelhouse in the engine compart-
creasingly positive steering action. ment.
To check fluid level:
The audible rushing noise that occurs at full
steering lock is a characteristic of the con- 1. Remove cap from reservoir.
struction and does not indicate a fault in the
steering assembly. 2. With the engine running, the fluid level 1. Release the fixing clips and remove top of
should be up to the mark in the reservoir. If filter housing complete with filter element.
Note that when the engine is not running necessary top up with hydraulic fluid. To
(when being towed) or when the hydraulic refill, only use the oils recommended in 2. Clean out filter housing and renew the fil-
steering mechanism is faulty, there is no the table "Filling quantities". ter element.
power-assist action present. In this case, a
greater effort is required to steer the 3. Replace cap on reservoir, ensuring that 3. Carefully replace top of filter housing and
vehicle. the sealing ring sits properly. element, and refasten fixing clips.

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Tyres and tyre care 2 Valve caps 6 Lateral and radial run-out

Steel braced radial-ply tyres are high quality Valve caps protect the valve against dust Take the precaution of having the tyres ba-
engineering products. The life of your tyres and dirt as well as leaks. Always screw the lanced in spring (summer tyres) and before
depends not only on correct inflation and wheel caps firmly into position and replace missing the start of winter ( M + S tyres). Note that on-
alignment but also on your style of driving: Full ones immediately. ly the specified weights may be used for ba-
throttle acceleration, very high cornering Check every 14 days. lancing. (Self-adhesive weights must not co-
speeds and hard braking increase tyre wear. me into contact with cleaning agents as they
3 Load and speed might otherwise drop off.) Uneven tread
Moreover, tread wear is greater on rough road
surfaces and in very hot weather. Like the en- Do not overload your car. Never exceed the wear indicates that the wheel is not running
gine, tyres need to be run under the correct specified roof and trailer coupling loads. A true. A specialist should be consulted in
operating conditions at all times. If treated pro- combination of overload + low tyre pressu- such a case.
perly they will be a long lasting safety element res + high speed + high ambient temperatu- See also "Wheel alignment".
on your car. The following points demonstrate res is extremely dangerous. Uniform tyre wear can be achieved by perio-
what is necessary. Your tyres will thank you for dically changing round the wheels (e. g. af-
regular care. 4 Winter tyres ter 5000 km/3000 miles or longer). But only
change the wheels at one side from front to
Do not exceed the maximum speed limit (e. g.
back and vice versa so that the tyres always
160 km/h /100 m.p.h. for M + S [Q] radial-ply
run in the same direction.
1 Tyre pressure tyres). Balancing and checking should be perfor-
It is absolutely essential to keep your tyres An appropriate sticker must be affixed in the med by a specialist workshop.
at the right pressure. driver's field of vision if the tyre's maximum
The tyre pressures are shown in the "Techni- speed is less than the car's maximum 7 Tyre damage
cal data" and must always be regarded as speed.
Examine tyres at regular intervals for foreign
minimum pressures! matter, nicks, cuts, cracks and bulges (side-
5 Tread
Always check pressures when the tyres are walls). In case of tyre damage where it is un-
cold. Never let air out of hot tyres! The risk of aquaplaning increases as the certain whether there is a break in the ply
The maximum air pressure of 36 psi stamped tread depth decreases. Appearance of the with all its consequences or tyre damage
on the tires only applies to the U.S. classifica- wear indicators (webs in tread grooves 1.6 caused by thermal or mechanical overload-
tion is not to be confused with normal service mm high) should be taken as a signal for ear- ing due to a loss of pressure or any other
pressures. In Europe, the tire can be inflated ly tyre replacement. prior damage, we recommended that the ty-
to higher pressures. Check regularly, particularly before and after re be replaced for safety reasons.
Check regularly every 14 days. long journeys. If one faulty tyre is replaced it should be no-

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ted that the difference in tread depth on one For this reason you should only drive over Tire designations
axle must not be more than 30%. curbs slowly and preferably at right angles. Due to new speed and load ratings for radial
Visual inspection. Take car when parking at or on curbs. tires, new designations have come into force
for winter tires for your car.
8 Tyre replacement
The tyres approved for your car are listed in
the vehicle log book. Only buy new tyres of the
same make and type which comply with these
specifications. Always replace the tyres on
one axle at a time because

a) the rear axle is more critical from a stabi-

lity point of view and
b) in wet conditions it is the front wheels
which hit deep water first, while the rear
wheels run mostly in the track of the
front ones.
Make sure that new valves are fitted whene-
ver the tyres are changed. During their initial
break in period new tyres do not have their
full grip. It is therefore necessary to run them
at only moderate speeds during the first
100-200 km (60-120 miles). Never use dif-
ferent types of tyre. Have tyres fitted by a
specialist.

9 Curbs During the transitional period tires may bear a

dual designation, e. g., 185/70 SR 15 M + S Q.
Hard impact against curbs (traffic islands
10 Tyre storage If so, the valid designation is the new one.
too) is dangerous. It can result in hidden tyre
damage which only becomes noticeable la- Always store tyres in a cool, dry and dark pla- The old designation continues to be used for
ter on (risk of high speed failure); tyres have ce. Tyres not on rims should be stood up. VR tires, e.g., 225/50 VR 16 (VR = code letter
a memory! Avoid any contact with fuel, oil or grease. for radial tires for speeds above 210 km/h).

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Spare wheel The collapsible tyre must only be mounted The collapsible tyre can be neither repaired
on the front axle, which means that if a rear nor mounted in a normal workshop. All work
tyre punctures, the front tyre on that side of on these tyres must be left to the manufac-
the car must be mounted on the rear, and turer.
the spare wheel at the front. This gives bet-
The spare wheel is in the luggage compart- ter handling properties for the vehicle, and
ment under a cover plate. Behind the spare reduced tyre wear. This is especially so for The spare wheel with the collapsible tyre
wheel is the jack, and in the spare wheel is vehicles with limited slip differentials. may only be used in an emergency, for
the compressor and a plastic sack in which short distances, and then only on the front
the put the changed wheel to avoid making The collapsible tyre expands through warm- axle. The maximum speed for this tyre is
the luggage compartment or car interior ing up as it is used. When deflating the tyre, 100 km/h (60 mph) and this speed must not
dirty. (completely remove the valve core) it requi- be exceeded because of the changed
The spare wheel is fitted with a collapsible res several hours to cool down and thereby handling characteristics of the vehicle, and
tyre, and when it is needed, it must be inflat- assume it's original form, before it can be the wearing properties of the tyre. The
ed with the electric compressor to a pres- replaced in the well in the luggage compart- same law applies to depth of tread for this
sure of 2.2 bar (32 psi). ment. tyre, as for the normal tyres.

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Lock-up wheel nuts To fit the wheel nut lock, insert the key as far Puncture
as it will go into the lock and slip the sleeve on-
to the wheel nut.
The wheels of your vehicle can be made theft- When a tyre is punctured, drive as far over to
proof by means of a wheel nut lock. The wheel Before removing the key check whether the the offside of the road as possible, and if
nut lock consists of a wheel nut and a plug-on sleeve is up against the shoulder of the wheel necessary turn the hazard warning lights on
sleeve with lock. The same lock is used on all nut. and set up a warning triangle at the correct
four wheels. distance behind the car.
When removing the key press the sleeve
To remove the wheel nut lock, take off the against the wheel nut. Fit the plastic cap. The ground should be firm and even before
plastic cap, insert the key as far as it will go into jacking up the car. The handbrake must be
the lock, turn approx. 90° to left or right and It is not usually necessary to re-balance the firmly applied, and the wheels on the other
remove the sleeve with the key. wheels. side of the car should be chocked.

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 In the case of a defective rear tire jack the
rear of the car up, after changing the front
wheel, and replace the defective rear
wheel with the front wheel.

5. When replacing the wheelscrews, do not

tighten too hard yet, and make sure that
the round surfaces of the screws sit pro-
perly in the depressions in the wheel,
which should be clean.

6. Screw the compressor hose first onto the

tyre valve, then plug the compressor into
the cigarette lighter socket. The neces-
sary tyre pressure is reached in a few
minutes.

7. Check tyre pressure with pressure gauge.

8. Let the car down from the jack, and

remove jack. Tighten the wheelscrews.

Black arrows: Jacking points for vehicle jack

White arrows: Lifting points for inspection platform or workshop jack

Order of working

1. Loosen front wheelscrews slightly. 3. Jack the car up until the wheel to be
changed is clear of the ground. After changing a wheel, the wheelscrew
2. Insert the car jack, with it tilted slightly torque must be checked with a torque
away from the bodywork, in the respec- 4. Remove wheelscrews, remove wheel and wrench as soon as possible. (Tightening
tive jacking point (black arrow). mount the spare wheel on the front axle. torque 130 Nm, 13 kpm.)

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Lifting the vehicle with it's own Lifting the vehicle
jack with a lifting platform or trolley jack

The jack may only be used at this point. Before driving over the lifting platform, A trolley jack may only be used at the same
ensure that there is enough clearance bet- 4 points as for the lifting platform, and also
ween the underneath of the vehicle and the under the middle of the back axle. To avoid
lifting platform. damaging these lifting points, a wooden
The car may only be lifted from the points block or a rubber pad should always be
shown in the pictures. inserted between the vehicle and the jack.

Warning: The jack is only provided to lift the Front: The normal jacking point. The vehicle should never, under any cir-
vehicle. If work is to be carried out under the cumstances be jacked up from under the oil
vehicle, the vehicle must be supported on Rear: Bearing bracket for back axle control sump or the gearbox, as this could cause
suitable chassis stands or similar. arms. severe damage.

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 Changing a fuse Relay function

Switch off the affected system. l + llDouble relay for rear screen heating
IIINot used
A blown fuse is evident from the burnt IV Not used
through wire. To replace the fuse, it must be V Flasher unit
pulled out of the clips. The fuse should only VI Window regulator
be replaced with a fuse of the same rating. VII Headlight washer pump
VIIINot used
Fit the new fuse with the wire visible. When IX Not used
fitting, avoid touching the wire or bending X Horns
the clips that hold the fuse. The fuse must sit XI Not used
firmly in the clips. XII Fog lamps
XIIIWiper delay
XIV Starter relay
XV Concentrated wash system
XVI Not used (on US vehicles relay for
L-Jetronic)
XVII Fuel pumps
Fuses and relays Warning: Never repair a fuse with wire or XVIII Blower fan for additional air con.
silver foil as serious damage could result. cooler
Should a fuse blow several times, an author- XIX+XX Double relay for retractable
To avoid short circuit or overloading damage
ised workshop should be consulted. headlights
to the electrical cables or apparatus, the
individual circuits are protected by fuses. XXI Fresh air blower
XXII Defrost pos. (blower pos. 4)
The main fuse box is mounted in the passen- At the top edge of the fuse box is space for
The time relay for the seat belt warning is in
ger footwell under the floor panel. To change spare fuses. It is advisable to carry spare
the middle console in front of the radio.
a fuse or relay, the carpet must be folded fuses of the different ratings in the vehicle.
back, and the floor panel hinged upwards. If Fitted underneath the fuses are relays for The relay for the rear screen wiper is at the
a considerable amount of work is necessary various electrical switching functions. rear left behind the tool tray. The relay for
on the fuse box, the battery earth cable Changing of defect relays should be left to the automatic seat movement (forwards) is
should be disconnected. an authorised workshop. under the seat.

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Table of fuses

Fuse function Amps.

1 Foglamps 16
2 Aux. driving lamps 16
3 Engine compt. & No. plate lights . . 8
4 Switch illumination 8
5 Cigarette lighter 16
6 Windscreen wipers,
concentrated wash system 16
7 Not used
8 Sliding roof 16
9 Reversing lights, mirror adjustment,
rear screen wiper 8
10 Brake lights & Tempostat 8
11 Instrument-& switch illumination .. 8
12 Combination instruments
& warn, lights 8
13 Not used
14 Seat adjustment 25 22 Fuel pump 16 32 Blinker right front 8
15 Horns, aerial motor 23 Int. lighting clock 8 33 Blinker right rear 8
& reset for rear screen wiper 16 24 Main beam left 8 34 Rear fog lamp 8
16 Aux. cooling fan for air conditioning 25 25 Main beam right 8
Should you require a wiring diagram your
17 Fresh air fan 25 26 Dipped beam left 8
Porsche dealer will be pleased to assist
18 Rear screen heating 25 27 Dipped beam right 8
you.
19 Headlight motor 16 28 Side marker light left 8
20 Headlight wash pump 16 29 Side marker light right 8 Two 400-mA-fuses for the electric central
21 Window regulators, 30 Blinker left front 8 locking system are fitted above the central
central door locking 25 31 Blinker left rear 8 electric board.

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Battery check and care Checking the acid level

Because of the danger of short circuiting, With the vehicle standing level, remove all
the battery should always be disconnected the battery stoppers, and check that the
before starting any work on the electrical acid level in every cell reaches the full mark.
system. Disconnect the battery earth strap If the battery has to be topped up, use only
as shown by the arrow in the picture. distilled water, not acid. During the summer
months, and in warmer climates, the battery
Disconnecting the battery whilst the level should be checked more often.
engine is running destroys the alternator. Checking the specific gravity of the acid
This applies also to vehicles with a built in
battery disconnection switch. In a battery in good condition, the state of
charge of the battery can be determined by
the specific gravity of the acid, which is mea-
Remember that only a well charged battery
sured in Kg/dm 3 , determined with the use of a
can deliver the necessary energy to start the
hydrometer.
engine. The condition of the battery should
therefore be checked regularly. The battery Checking the voltage of the battery battery acid be splashed or spilled, it should
is located in the back of the vehicle, and is The voltage of a battery can only be measured be immediately neutralised with a soda solu-
reached via a flap in the spare wheel well. tion.
with a special instrument, and should there-
Before the battery is to be charged with a
fore be left to an authorized workshop.
heavy duty charger, it must be disconnec- Due to the explosive gases given off by a
Care of the battery
ted, or otherwise the alternator can be de- battery, never go near it with a naked flame
stroyed. The battery poles must be kept clean. They or fire.
should be smeared with a suitable grease,
The battery capacity is reduced by lower and check that the battery terminals are pro- A battery loses it's charge when not being
temperatures. However, during the winter perly fitted. used, so if the vehicle is laid up for any
months, the demands made upon the bat- period, the battery should be charged ap-
Check that the battery stoppers are seated
tery increase because of the need for more prox. every 6 weeks, to keep it in good con-
correctly, and that the vent holes in them are
lighting, heating fan, windscreen wipers etc. dition. A battery left discharged for a length
not blocked.
Therefore check, especially when only mak- of time will be ruined. Check, and if neces-
ing short journeys, that all unnecessary elec- Never let any acid come into contact with sary top up the acid level, every time the bat-
trical systems are turned off. clothing, or any parts of the vehicle. Should tery is charged.

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Renewing bulbs

To avoid short circuits when changing bulbs,

the respective circuit should be turned off.

Bulbs should be clean and grease free, Headlights

therefore never touch the glass with your
bare hands, always use a cloth or a soft
piece of paper.
1. Elevate the headlights by turning them on, 4. When fitting the new bulb, ensure that the
For safety reasons, you should always carry and then turn the ignition off. Remove the tag on the bulb fits in the cutout in the
spare bulbs in the vehicle, so that any bulb screws from the headlight housing and lamp surround. Refit bulb retaining spring
can be immediately renewed when it blows. then the housing itself. and bulb cover with it's spring.
Remember when travelling abroad, that in
some countries it is compulsory to carry 2. Remove the spring holding the bulb cover,
spare bulbs with you. and remove the bulb cover.
5. Refit headlight housing and check that the
Only use soapy water to clean plastic light 3. Pull back the spring holding the bulb, and light functions, and that it is properly
lenses, never a chemical detergent. remove bulb. adjusted.

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Auxiliary driving lamps Front side light Front blinker light

1. Remove screws from lamp surround and

remove surround.
2. Remove the lamp fixing screws (see
arrows) and pull out the complete lamp.
3. Remove cable socket and bulb retaining
spring. Refit new bulb ensuring that it sits The front side light is built into the outer auxi- 1. Remove screws holding the lens, and
properly. liary driving lamp. remove lens.
4. Refit bulb retaining spring and cable 2. Remove bulb from bulbholder, and fit new
socket. 1. Remove complete lamp, and then the bulb.
5. Refit the lamp and the fixing screws. sidelight bulbholder. 3. Replace lens, and refit screws, tightening
Check that the lamp functions and that it 2. Refit new bulb and replace lamp. gradually in sequence.
is properly adjusted. 3. Check function of light. 4. Check function of light.

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Rear lights 1. Remove Phillips head screws and light N u m b e r p l a t e light
lens.

2. Remove old bulb and replace with new. 1. Remove both screws and lamp housing.
Α-Blinker light
Β-Back light 3. Replace lens and tighten up diagonally 2. Replace defective bulb and refit housing,
C-Brake light opposed screws gradually. ensuring that it sits properly on the gasket.
D-Reversing light
E- Rear fog light 4. Check that the light functions. 3. Check that the light functions.

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Interior lights Ashtray lights

The following description applies to the 3. Carefully press the light, first one side, 1. Remove the two screws in the ashtray
interior lights mounted in the roof lining and then the other, into the headlining cut- housing and pull the ashtray upwards and
the footwell lights mounted forward in the out. Check the function of the light. out. Slide the bulbholder with bulb out of
lower part of the door trim. the housing.

2. Pull out defective bulb and replace with

1. Prise the complete light out of the cutout new. Slide bulbholder back into the hous-
in the headlining carefully with a screw- ing.
driver.
3. Check that the light functions by turning
on the vehicle lights.
2. Remove the defective bulb from the
spring clips and refit new bulb. 4. Refit ashtray.

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Bulb table

Function Wattage Specification Format Socket

 Upper adjustment screw = lateral adjustment
Lower adjustment screw = vertical adjustment
Headlight adjustment Adjusting screws

Your Porsche is fitted with a headlight beam be inflated to the manufacturers specifi- Each headlight has two adjusting screws,
adjustment device inside the vehicle, so that cations. With the vehicle in this condition, it one for lateral setting, and one for vertical.
optimum headlight illumination can be must be rolled several meters to allow the By turning these screws left or right, the cor-
obtained irrespective of the loading of the road springs to settle, before starting to responding adjustment in beam position is
vehicle, and without dazzling oncoming dri- adjust the lights. effected.
vers. The adjuster knob for the interior headlight
The basic adjustment of the headlights can setting must be in the neutral position, i.e.
only be performed on a special machine. the white mark on the knob directly over the Adjustment of auxiliary driving lamps
This should be carried out on the vehicle in a mark "O" on the rosette (see headlight
ready to drive condition, and a full fuel tank. beam regulator). To adjust the headlights, The auxiliary driving lamps are adjusted
The driver's seat must be loaded with a 75 kg the screws must be removed from the head- such, that the centre of the light beam is the
weight, or with a person, and the tires must light housings, and the housings removed. same height as the centre of the lamp.

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 Manual operation of the headlights Do not try to turn the elevating motor knob
when the headlights are functioning nor-
mally from the light switch as they should,
If your vehicle is equipped with asymmetric- because of the danger of being injured.
al dipped beam headlights, and you travel If, by reason of a malfunction in the headlight
abroad, where the traffic drives on the other elevating motor, the headlights cannot be By virtue of the switching principle, the ele-
side of the road, you should stop at the bord- raised or lowered, the knob on the driveshaft vating motor drives the elevating mechan-
er, and blank off the prism section of the of the elevating motor can be manually turn- ism another half a turn (180°) that is to say
light diffusing lens with opaque adhesive ed, to raise or lower the headlights. The that after several turns of the knob a contact
strip. The dipped beams will then be sym- elevating system is so designed that, to is closed so that when the headlights are
metrical, and will not dazzle oncoming dri- raise or lower the headlights, only one turn functioning normally, they go up and come
vers. to the left with the knob is necessary. down immediately.

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 Remember, when the engine is not running,
that no servo assistance is given, and more
power is required by braking and steering.

For towing vehicles fitted with automatic

transmission please adhere to the regula-
tions to be found in the sections "Automa-
tic Transmission".

Towing

The towing eye is located in the tooltray in

the rear of the car. Always take into account the necessary Tow-starting
laws governing towing.
To tow another vehicle, the towing eye must Vehicles with automatic transmission cannot
be screwed into the hole in the rear bumper When you tow another vehicle, it must not be tow-started. If the battery is faulty or com-
above the rear number plate. Always screw be heavier than your Porsche. pletely flat, the engine can only be started after
the towing eye right in. replacing the battery or by using jump leads.
During towing, always keep the towrope
Should it be necessary for your Porsche to be taut, but avoid sudden jerks on the rope. The If your vehicle is tow- or roll-started the cen-
towed, the towing eye must be screwed into vehicle being towed should have the ignition tral warning light and the individual warning
the right hole beside the cooling radiator, at turned on so that the brake and direction lights can only be turned off by switching the
the front of the car. The plastic stopper must indicator lights function, and that the steer- engine off and restarting it with the ignition key
first be removed. ing lock is released. (see also "Warning Unit").

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 2. Only battery cables with adequate dia- Care should be taken that the cables do
meters should be used. Observe manu- not make contact with each other and that
facturers specifications. the positive cable does not come into
contact with other electrical terminals -
3. A discharged battery can freeze at -10°C. danger of short circuit!
A frozen battery must be thawed out
before connecting the battery cables. 8. Start engine as described in the section
"Starting the engine".
4. There should be no contact between the
two vehicles otherwise current may flow 9. When the engine is running disconnect
when the positive pole is connected. the cables in the reverse order.

5. The discharged battery must be correctly

connected to the vehicle electrical sys-
tem.

6. Run the engine of the vehicle supplying

the current.

Emergency Starting
7. Connect the auxiliary battery leads in the
following order:
Should the engine not start because the bat-
tery is flat e. g. in winter or after the vehicle First fix one end of the (+) lead to the (+)
has stood for a long period, the battery from clamp on the right at the front of the en-
another vehicle can be used with the aid of gine compartment (arrowed). Then con-
an auxiliary battery cable. The following nect the other end of the lead to the (+)
points should be observed: terminal of the feed battery.
Now clamp one end of the (-) lead to the
1. Both batteries must be 12 volt. The cap- (-) terminal of the feed battery, then at-
acity (Ah) of the battery supplying current tach the other end to the cylinder block
should not be significantly below that of or the transverse strut in the engine com-
the discharged battery. partment (arrowed).

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Technical data

Engine Μ 28.11/12
No. of cylinders 8
Bore 97 mm / 3,82 ins.
Stroke 78,9 mm / 3,11 ins.
Displacement 4664 cm 3 / 284,60 cu in.
Compression ratio 10:1
Horsepower DIN rated 221 kW (300 H.P)
at revolutions/min 5900
Torque DIN rated 385 Nm (39,2 kpm)
at revolutions/min 4500
Fuel octane rating 98 RON (premium)
Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission
Fuel consumption at 90 km/h 9,7 10,0
in 1/100 km at 120 km/h 12,8 12,6
(according to ECE A 70) city conditions 19,7 18,2
Oil consumption (approx.) 31/2 pts/1000 miles
Max. permissible engine speed 6500 - 4 % governor built into distributor
Spark plugs Bosch W 7 D (W175 Τ 30), Beru 14-7 D (175/14/3 A)
Spark plug gap 0,7 mm (,28 ins)
Battery 12 V, 88 Ah
Alternator 1260 W/90 A AC
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition timing 26° before T.D.C. at 3000 r.p.m, with distributor vacuum disconnected (23° before T.D.C. at
3000 r.p.m, with distributor vacuum disconnected, for vehicles with Australian specifications)
Fan belt Alternator 9,5 χ 875 LA; cooling fan and air pump 12,5 χ 1040 LA-FD moulded tooth;
air conditioning pump 12,5 χ 1125 LA; Servo pump 12,5 χ 975 LA
Valve clearance self-adjusting hydraulically operated

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Engine construction
Configuration 8 cylinders in V configuration
Work cycle 4 stroke otto-cycle
Cooling water-cooled
Lubrication pressure-fed from sump
Cylinder block and head Light metal alloy
Valve operation 2 over head camshafts
Camshaft drive Toothed V-belt
Crankshaft Forged
Fuel supply electric pump
Fuel injection system K-Jetronic

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Tyres, Rims, Wheel adjustment
Summer tyres 225/50 VR 16 on 7 J χ 16 Η 2 rims
Winter tyres 185/70 R 15 M + S 90 Q or T on 7 J χ 15 Η 2 rims or
205/55 R 1 6 M + S 88 Q or T on 7 J x 1 6 H 2 rims
Collapsible tyre 165-15 4 PR 83 Ρ on 5 J x 15 Η 2 rim, max. speed 100 km/h
Tyre pressure (cold tyres) 2,5 bar (36 psi) front, 3,0 bar (44 psi) rear, 2,2 bar (32 psi) for space saver tyre
Snow chains Fitting is possible only on the driven wheels for all given tyre sizes.
Wheel camber* Front -30'±10'. Rear -40'±10'. Max. difference left to right 10'
Toe-in* Front 0°±5' under 150 Ν (33 lb) pressure. Rear + 1 0 ' ± 5 ' per wheel
Castor* 3°30'±15' difference left to right max. 20'
Angular difference between wheels at 20° steering lock - 1 ° ± 2 0 '
* Vehicle unladen as specified by DIN (vehicle empty, but with a full tank)

Weights
Unladen weight as spec, by DIN 1450kg (3190lbs) up to 1540 kg; including ectras; the loading capacity is reduced.
Max. permissible weight 1870 kg (4114 lbs) accordingly.
Max. axle load, front* 900 kg (1980 lbs)
Max. axle load, rear* 1100 kg (2310 lbs)
Permissible trailer weight (unbraked)** 750 kg (1650 lbs)
Permissible trailer weight (braked)** 1600 kg (3520 lbs)
Permissible roof-rack load*** 75 kg ( 165 lbs)
Permissible trailer-nose weight 50 kg ( 1 1 0 lbs)
Total perm, pulling weight (vehicle+trailer) . . . . 3470 kg (7634 lbs)
* Do not exceed max. permissible weight.
** Gradient up to 12%
*** Applies only if the basic rack of the original Porsche Roof Transport System is used.
If old-type Porsche ski and luggage racks are used the permissible roof weight is 35 kg (77 lbs).

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Performance* Manual gearbox Automatic gearbox

Maximum speed 250 km/h (155 m.p.h.)** 245 km/h (152 m.p.h.)*
Acceleration 0 - 6 2 m.p.h. (0-100 km/h) 6,6 secs. 7,2 secs.
Standing start kilometer 25,9 secs. 26,8 sees.

* Measured at curb weight to DIN, with vehicle carrying half payload and without extras which diminish performance.
** The top speed of vehicles which have no spoiler is 5 km/h (3 m.p.h.) lower.

Hill climbing performance Manual gearbox Automatic gearbox

1st gear approx. 70 % approx. 4 3 % 63%

2nd gear approx. 44 % approx. 2 2 % 36%
3rd gear approx. 30 % approx. 1 3 % 24%
4th gear approx. 19 %
5th gear approx. 12 %

* Short duration performance (calculated performances by DIN rating and half loaded vehicle).

Brake system Hydraulic dual circuit system each circuit working on diagonally opposed wheels
Disc brakes front and rear
Pneumatic brake booster
Mechanical handbrake to rear wheels only

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Filling capacities
Engine ca. 7,5 liters (the criterion is the dipstick). The difference between the Max. and Min. marks on
the dipstick is ca. 1,5 liter. Only use oils tested and recommended by Porsche. Your authorized
dealer will gladly advise you.
Cooling system including heating ca. 16 liters of cooling fluid; factory filling frost protection down t o - 3 0 ° C (northerly l a n d s - 4 0 * C).
Use only specially developed anti-freeze and anticorrosion agents for light-alloy engines and
radiators, which have been approved by Porsche. Your authorized dealer will be glad to advise
you.
Manual gearbox with differential approx. 3,8 liters hypoid gear oil SAE 75 W-90 of AP classification GL 5 (Mil-L 2105 B).
When multi-grade gear oils are not available use ATF (Dexron).
Automatic transmission with torque converter.. Total capacity of system: ca. 6 liters (1 1/3 Imp. galls.). After oil change 5,5 liters (1 1/4 Imp. galls.)
ATF (Dexron).
Differential of automatic transmission ca. 2 liters hypoid gear oil SAE 90 of API classification GL 5 (Mil-L 2105 B).
Powersteering ca. 0,7 liter hydraulic fluid ATF (Dexron).
Fuel tank ca. 86 liters incl. 8 liters reserve (ca. 19 Imp. galls, incl. 7 Imp. qts. reserve). Use premium petrol,
98 octane (RON).
Brake fluid reservoir ca. 0,2 liter (ca. 1/3 pint). Only use brake fluid conforming to specification SAE J 1703 or DOT 3.
Screen and headlight washers ca. 8,0 liters (ca. 2 Imp. galls.).
Concentrated wash system ca. 0,6 liter (ca. 1 pint). Use only "Porsche special silicone remover".

Cooling system mixing chart

(Average values)
Anti-freeze-Water Temp, down to Anti-freeze Water Anti-freeze Water
-30° C 45% 55% 7,2 liters/6,3 Imp. qts. 8,8 liters/7,7 Imp.qts.
Consult your authorized dealer on the -35° C 50% 50% 8,0 liters/7,0 Imp. qts. 8,0 liters/7,0 Imp.qts.
approved anti-freeze mixtures. -40° C 55% 45% 8,8 liters/7,7 Imp. qts. 7,2 liters/6,3 Imp.qts.

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Motor Oils

Use only branded HD oils which satisfy the

API classification API SE or SF for gasoline
engines. These classifications are often given
together with the classifications for diesel en-
gines, e. g., SE/CC, SF/CC or SF/CD.
Single-grade, multigrade and fuel-economy
oils can be mixed provided the viscosity grades
correspond to outdoor temperatures.

Single-Grade Oils
Single-grade oils may only be used when
multigrade oils are not available and the car is
being used under normal conditions. To pre-
vent damage, the oil must be changed as re-
quired when temperatures change consider-
ably.

Multigrade Oils
The oil change intervals given in the service
schedule apply when multigrade oils are used.
For all-season use only the multigrade oils
indicated the table opposite may be used, in
accordance with prevailing air temperatures.

Fuel-economy Oils
In addition to single-grade and multigrade oils,
"fuel-economy" oils are available (developed
for all-year round use). Before using these
unconventional oils, consult your authorized
Porsche dealer.

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Dimensions
(with maximum permitted load)

Wheelbase 2500 mm ( 98.42 ins) Overall width 1836 mm ( 72.28 ins)

Front track 1552 mm ( 61.10 ins) Height (unladen) 1282 mm ( 51.47 ins)
Rear track 1529 mm ( 60.20 ins) Ground clearance 120 mm ( 4.72 ins)
Overall length 4447 mm (175.07 ins) Turning circle (approx.) 11.5 m (37 ft 7 ins)

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Dear Owner, What is the purpose of the green cards?

Your vehicle was carefully assembled at the factory By change of address or change of ownership, you
by experienced personnel. It is reliable and high are requested to completely fill out the customer
spirited, and will provide utmost satisfaction, card, and send it to us. Your new address should
whether used for private or business purpose; for also be simultaneously entered in the next page.
long journeys or for driving as a sports car.
It is important for the customer service workshop,
that the correct data is on the card, thereby
This Maintenance Record will always show the care facilitating the processing of your requirements.
your vehicle has received, if you continue to have the
inspection and services carried out regularly, and With the properly filled out customer cards, we can
recorded here, after, as well as during the guarantee keep our customer files up to date. We are then
period. in the position to stay in contact with our customers,
and send them any useful information.
A world wide service organisation is at your
disposal. We thank you in advance for your assistance.

Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche Aktiengesellschaft

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Maintenance schedule
The recommended service intervals apply under normal driving conditions and do not take into account any optional equipment. Dusty
areas require more frequent checking and possible replacement of the air filter element. Tyre, clutch and brake wear as well as the
condition of the engine oil are all largely dependant on driving habits, and are also affected by arduous operating conditions; this could
mean shorter intervals between services and replacement of parts. This applies naturally, also for the battery.
All the moving parts on the chassis and suspension are also subject to an running in period, and it is therefore recommended that the
wheel and suspension alignment be checked after the first 5000 km (3000 miles).
The vehicle should be serviced at least once a year. Corrosion prevention treatment should be carried out before the onset of winter. The
brake fluid and the cooling fluid should be changed every 2 years.

500-2000 km then at and every

(300-1200 miles) 20000 km (12000 miles)

Renew air filter element. Clean the flame guard cartridge in the crankcase breather and check all hose
connections. Renew filter element in the auxiliary air pump.

Renew sparking plugs.

Check cooling fluid level (frost protection and corrosion resistance) cooling and heater systems. Check
for leaks and exterior blocking of the radiator.

Check accelerator cable for smooth action; grease return spring. Grease the headlight operating rods.

Check brake fluid level, and thickness of disc pads. Check free play in the pushrod between the brake
pedal and the brake servo unit. Check the free play in the footbrake pedal and the handbrake. Visually
check the brake pipes and all hoses and connections for damage or corrosion as well as leaks.
Check braking system with a test drive or on a brake test machine.

Check condition and tension of fan belts and toothed belt. New fan belts must be re-tensioned after
the first 1000 km (600 miles).

Check free play in clutch and wear of clutchplate (not at 2000 km, 1200 miles). Check clutch system for
leaks.

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500-2000 km then at and every
(300-1200 miles) 20000 km (12000 miles)
Change engine oil and filter.
Manual gearbox: Change oil every 80000 km (50000 miles)

Manual and automatic gearboxes: Check oil level

Automatic gearbox: Change oil, replace filter every 40000 km (24000 miles)

Automatic gearbox: Check level of hypoid oil in differential housing, oil change every 80000 km
Check engine and gearbox for leaks.
Steering: Check tightness and function of all connections to steering gear, trackrods, and idler arms
and also check the condition of the protecting covers.
Check fluid level in steering servo unit, and check unit for leaks.
Exhaust system: Check flanges for proper seating.
Check for leaks in exhaust system.
Check play in front wheel bearings.
Fuel system: Renew fuel filter and check fuel lines for leaks.
Check tyre pressure.
Check ignition timing.
Check carburation with exhaust gas analyzer.
Check battery acid level. Check headlight adjustment and function of blinker, brake and back lights, as
well as wipers and horn. Check washer jets and fluid level in wash system (anti-freeze). Top up wash sys-
tem solution.
Treat the door, hood and roof seals after removing the ground away rubber particles. Check door check-
straps.
Check function of central warning unit.
Check function of heating, ventilation and air conditioning, both driver and passenger sides.

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Porsche Long-Life Guarantee

3. The Long-Life guarantee does not apply to

rust holes which occur primarily as a result of
traffic accident or mechanical damage to the
bodywork, paintwork or protective coatings.
All body repairs must be performed in accor-
dance with Porsche's specific instructions
regarding bodywork, paintwork, corrosion-
proofing and preservation.

1. Porsche offers a guarantee against rust holes 4. Prior to starting repair work under this gua-
in the bodyshell of the vehicle for a period of rantee, a person authorized by Porsche must
seven years from the date of delivery. (Long- inspect the vehicle.
Life guarantee).
5. Unless stipulated otherwise in the foregoing,
2. The guarantee is valid only if the vehicle is the conditions of guarantee apply in accor-
properly maintained (paintwork, original un- dance with the "Porsche Conditions of Sale"
derseal and protective coatings). Any damage upon which the purchase agreement between
to the paintwork or protective coatings must the first purchaser and the authorized Porsche
be repaired properly without delay. dealer were based.

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 Guarantee work Maintenance and lubrication

The guarantee ist based on the Conditions of Guarantee

which form a part of the Purchase Agreement concluded
between the initial purchaser and the authorized Porsche
dealer. Claims under the guarantee shall only be made upon
the vendor. The guarantee for your car begins on the date
of delivery to the initial purchaser and is valid for one year.

If you have to take advantage of the guarantee, even though

your car has been carefully maintained, this Passport to
Service must be presented to the service organization,
approved by Porsche, to which the car is taken.
The terms "test" and "check" include all associated work
It is in your own interest to have your vehicle serviced and such as adjustments, readjustments, corrections and re-
maintained in accordance with the guidelines in this manual plenishment. They do not include the repair, replacement
and maintenance record. Proper car and a complete record or overhaul of parts or components.
showing that all the specified servicing has been carried
out by approved workshops are the prerequisites for up- Please present this maintenance record to your own or
holding the validity of guarantee claims in respect of dam- any appointed Porsche dealer at home or abroad, and
age to parts subject to maintenance work or servicing. you will then be assured that the tasks prescribed in the
maintenance or lubrication schedules will be carried out
Please note that all matters relating to your vehicle can to our standards.
be processed quickly and correctly only if you quote the
engine and chassis serial numbers. Cleanliness is a prerequisite to high quality work.

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Short Tips for Servicing
Because your service station attendant may not be
familiar with your Porsche we have listed the basic
information necessary to carry out service work.
More detailed information can be found in the driv-
ers manual.

Engine Compartment Hood Fuel tank

To release the hood pull the Use only with an Octane rating
lever on the left hand side of 98 or higher. The tank holds
under the instrument panel. 86 liters (19 gallons) of which
Release the safety catch by approx. 8 liters (7 Imp. qts.)
pressing the lever upwards.
are reserve.

Battery
The battery is mounted under the rear of the vehicle and is at-
tainable through a cover in the spare wheel well.
Check that the battery acid in each individual cell is sufficient.
Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running other-
wise the alternator may be damaged. Disconnect the battery
before charging with a fast-charge unit.
Seat Adjustment Backrest
Fuses, Relays
Pull the lever at the front out- To fold the backrest push in
side of the seat upwards. the knob on the side of the The Main Fuse Box is located in the passengers footwell under
backrest the floor panel.
 Engine Oil Level
The oil level must be between
the max. and min. marks on
the dipstick. The difference
between the two marks is
approx. 1.5 liter.

Left-hand drive Right-hand drive

Engine
Use only HD Brand oils for Otto engines according to API classi- Cooling Fluid (B)
fication SE or SF. For all years round driving use Multi-Grade oils. The cooling fluid level must reach the level mark on the expansion
When using Single-Grade oils attention must be paid to the addi- tank (engine cold). Caution: When the engine is hot open the filler
tional seasonal oil changes. Filling capacity is 7.5 liters. Check the cap to the first stage to release pressure before removing. Danger
oil level on the dipstick. of scalding.

Manual Gearbox
Screen wash Water Container
For gearboxes with gear oil API classification GL 5 (Mil-L 2105 B) (A)
use SAE 75 W-90 viscosity. Filling capacity approx. 3.8 liter.
The container for the screen
and headlamp washer fluid is
Automatic Transmission
mounted on the right hand
For gearboxes with torque converter only use the oils recom- side of the engine compart-
mended in the table "Filling quantities". Filling capacity approx. ment.
5.5 liter.
Caution: Never overfill, check the oil level in the reservoir. The dif-
ference between the two marks is approx. 0.2 liter. The differential
holds approx. 2 liter hypoid gear oil SAE 90 of API classification
GL 5 (Mil-L 2105 B). Right-hand drive

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Brake fluid (C)
The brake fluid reservoir is
mounted in the engine com-
partment. Only use original
brake fluid or brake fluid of
SAE J 1703 (DOT 3) specifica-
tion.

Jacking Points:
Black arrow: Jacking points for car jack
White arrow: Jacking points for hoists and workshop jacks.

Spare Wheel In the luggage compartment under a cover plate.

Car Jack In the spare wheel well in luggage compartment. Car jack is only to be used
for changing wheels.
Tool Kit In the tool tray fitted in the back panel of the vehicle.

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