Sports bucket seat

f Do not install a child restraint system in the Sports bucket seat. The Sports bucket seat cannot be equipped with the LATCH system. A Fore and aft adjustment f Raise locking lever A. Move seat to desired position and release lever. Ensure that the seat engages correctly.
Warning! Risk of crushing due to uncontrolled recall of a seat setting. f Cancel automatic adjustment by pressing any of the seat adjustment buttons. f Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended.
Recalling seat position The seat position can only be called up when the vehicle is stationary. 1. Switch on the ignition or open the drivers door. 2. Press person button until the seat has reached its final position. The setting of door mirrors and lumbar support will be completed even if the person button is not kept depressed. Note Automatic seat adjustment can be interrupted immediately by releasing the button.
Operation with person buttons 2, 3
Storing seat position 1. Switch on ignition. Reverse gear must not be engaged. 2. Set the desired seat and door-mirror positions.
M - Memory button 1 - Key button 2, 3 - Person buttons

Seat Memory

Individual seat and door mirror settings can be stored and recalled for the drivers position. You cannot store the position of the side bolsters of the adaptive sports seat. Further individual setting options are available in vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus. f Please observe the chapter Individual Memory in the separate PCM operating instructions.
3. Keep memory button M depressed and also press person button 2 or 3 until an audible signal confirms that the position has been stored. The individual setting is now stored under the desired person button.
Operating with the remote control of the vehicle key
Each remote control (up to six) can be assigned an individual seat and door mirror position. The stored seat and door mirror position is set automatically when the vehicle is unlocked using the corresponding remote control. Storing seat position 1. Switch the ignition on with the desired car key. Reverse gear must not be engaged. 2. Set the desired seat and door-mirror positions. 3. Keep memory button M depressed and also press key button 1 until an audible signal confirms that the position has been stored. The individual setting is now assigned to this remote control and to the key button. It is necessary to wait for at least 15 seconds between locking and unlocking the door.

Vanity mirror

The vanity mirror on the rear of the sun visor is covered by a lid. Warning! Risk of injury in an accident or risk of damage to mirror lid and convertible top. f Keep the lid closed while driving and when closing the convertible top. Risk of damage. f Do not force the lid beyond its end position. The vanity mirror illumination is switched on automatically when the cover is opened (arrow).

Sun Visors

f Swing the sun visors down to prevent glare from the front.

Safety Belts

Warning! Always make sure your and your passengers safety belts are properly fastened while the vehicle is in motion. Failure to follow safety belt warnings may result in serious personal injury or death. f For your and your passengers protection, use safety belts at all times while the vehicle is in motion. f Use appropriate child restraint systems for all small children. Proper wearing of safety belts f Safety belts must be positioned on the body as to restrain the upper body and lap from sliding forward. Improperly positioned safety belts can cause serious personal injury or death in case of an accident. f The shoulder belt should always rest on your upper body. The shoulder belt should never be worn behind your back or under your arm. f For maximum effectiveness, the lap belt should be worn low across the hips. f Pregnant women should position the belt as low as possible across the pelvis. Make sure it is not pressing against the abdomen.
f Belts should not be worn twisted.
f Do not wear belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your clothing, such as eye glasses, pens, keys, etc. as these may cause injury. f Several layers of heavy clothing may interfere with proper positioning of belts. f Belts must not rub against sharp objects or damage may occur to the belt. f Two occupants should never share the same belt at the same time. Care and maintenance f Keep belt buckles free of any obstruction that may prevent a secure locking. f Belts that have been subjected to excessive stretch forces in an accident must be inspected or replaced to ensure their continued effectiveness in restraining you. The same applies to belt tensioner systems which have been triggered. In addition, the anchor points of the belts should be checked. f If safety belts do not work properly, see your authorized Porsche dealer immediately. f If the belts show damage to webbing, bindings, buckles or retractors, they should be replaced to ensure safe operation. f Do not modify or disassemble the safety belts in your vehicle.

Using child restraint systems in the passenger seat
f Do not install a child restraint system in the Sports bucket seat. Danger! The use of a child restraint system in the passenger seat can result in serious personal injury or death to the child from an airbag deployment. To reduce risk of injury from an inflating airbag in an accident, Porsche strongly recommends: f Please see the chapter PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP on Page 47. f Please see the chapter CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS on Page 50. f Do not install a child restraint system in the Sports bucket seat. The Sports bucket seat cannot be equipped with the LATCH system.
Child restraint system for up to one-year old children Make sure that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp lights up. Adjust the passenger's seat as far away from the airbag as possible. Danger! Risk of serious personal injury or death due to the passenger airbag triggering unintentionally. When the ignition is on and the up to oneyear old child is seated in the child restraint system on the passenger seat the indicator lamp PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF must be on. If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp does not light up, it could indicate a fault in the system. In this case: f Do not use a child restraint system on the passengers seat. f On vehicles with key-operated airbag deactivation device: Switch to position OFF. f On vehicles without key-operated airbag deactivation device: Do not drive. f Have the fault remedied at your nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
Child restraint system for children older than one year Your vehicle is equipped with a weight sensing system for the passenger's seat in accordance with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208. Depending on the weight acting on the passenger's seat, the passenger's airbag will automatically be switched on or off. Small adult passengers Make sure that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp does not light up. Danger! Risk of serious personal injury or death due to the passenger airbag not triggering. When the ignition key is inserted on and the small adult passenger is seated on the passengers seat, the indicator lamp PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF must be off. If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp lights up, it could indicate a fault in the system. In this case: f Do not carry a passenger in the passengers seat. f Have the fault remedied at the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.

Automatic locking retractor
f Do not install a child restraint system in the Sports bucket seat. The Sports bucket seat cannot be equipped with the LATCH system. The safety belt for the passenger is equipped with an automatic locking retractor for securing the child restraint system. When activated, this retractor allows you to securely fasten the child restraint system in place so that inadvertent movements will not occur. Before transporting a child on the passenger seat: f Please see the chapter CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS on Page 50. Danger! Risk of serious personal injury or death to the child, when excessive force is acting on the passenger's seat due to the seat belt. In such cases, the passenger's airbag can be switched on unintentionally. f After fastening the child restraint system, do not adjust the seat. f Check the condition of the passengers airbag shown by the indicator lamp in the central console.
Activating the automatic locking retractor 1. If a child restraint system must be fastened to the passenger's seat, adjust the passenger's seat as far away from the airbag as possible. 2. Fasten child seat. 3. Pull the safety belt retractor completely out. At this point the locking mechanism is activated. 4. Insert the safety belt tongue into the buckle and make certain that it is properly latched. Make no more adjustments to the seat. 5. Allow the safety belt to retract until it is tight on the child restraint system. You may further tighten the belt by pulling on it to allow more of it to retract. Make sure that excessive seat belt forces do not occur by moving the seat with the child seat installed.
Releasing the safety belt 1. Unbuckle the safety belt latch. 2. Then make certain that the belt has fully retracted. At this point the automatic locking feature will be disengaged. Seek appropriate advice from your authorized Porsche dealer about the possible installation of a Porsche child restraint system.

LATCH System

Child seat bracket on the passengers seat
f Do not install a child restraint system in the Sports bucket seat. The Sports bucket seat cannot be equipped with the LATCH system. The key switch for switching off the passengers airbag and the LATCH attachment bracket are not installed at the factory. They can be retrofitted (not on vehicles with Sports bucket seats). f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche recommends the use of a Porsche Child Seat with Lower Anchorage and Tether for Children system (LATCH). These systems have been tested and adjusted to the interior of your Porsche and the appropriate child weight groups. Other systems have not been tested and could entail an increased risk of injury. You can obtain child seats that are LATCH compatible at your authorized Porsche dealer. f Always see the separate installation instructions for your child seat. f Please see the chapter CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS on Page 50.

Installing a LATCH child seat system
1. Secure the child seat to retaining lugs A as outlined in the instruction manual for the child seat. 2. Pull the child seat to check that both fastening points are engaged correctly. Note f Make sure that the key switch is switched to AUTO once the child seat has been removed, in order to provide protection to the adult occupants.
Setting the parking brake
f Pull the lever all the way up (arrow). With the ignition on, the parking brake warning lights in the instrument panel and on-board computer will come on if the lever is even slightly raised. A firm pull upward is required to properly engage the parking brake. If the brake is not fully set, the vehicle may roll without control. f Move the selector lever to P (PDK) or move the gearshift lever to reverse or first gear (Manual transmission). f Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully set and the vehicle is not moving at all.

Sports Exhaust System

Switching on and off
The sports exhaust system can be switched on and off when the ignition is switched on using button A. When the sports exhaust system is switched on, the light-emitting diode in the button lights up.

Parking Brake

Parking brake force is mechanically transferred to the rear wheels by means of cables. f Use the parking brake only after the vehicle has come to a full stop.
Danger! Risk of serious personal injury or death. A partially engaged parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll, causing serious personal injury or death to any person in its path. f Engage the parking brake fully.
Releasing the parking brake
f Pull the lever slightly up as you depress the release button, and then push the lever all the way down.
Parking brake warning light USA Parking brake warning light Canada
The warning lights in the instrument panel and onboard computer will go out after the parking brake is fully released. The warning lights are not an indicator that the parking brake is fully set; it is only intended to be a warning to release the parking brake before driving the car. Caution! A partially engaged brake will overheat the rear brakes, reduce their effectiveness and cause excessive wear. f Release the parking brake fully. f When parking your car, always set the parking brake by pulling all the way up on the lever. f Move the selector lever to P (PDK) or move the gearshift lever to reverse or first gear (Manual transmission). f On hills also turn the front wheels towards the curb.

Extending

f Press button briefly. The spoiler extends to its final position. The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. The rear spoiler remains extended even after switching off ignition. Retracting f at speeds between 0 and 20 mph (0 and 30 km/h): Press and hold button until the rear spoiler has reached its final position. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out. The rear spoiler changes to automatic mode.
Interior light, footwell lights
Switching off f Press left half of switch. Switching to continuous illumination f Press right half of switch.

Orientation light

The light-emitting diode in the interior light improves your orientation inside the vehicle when it is dark. Note on operation On vehicles with Sport Chrono Package Plus, the brightness of the orientation light can be changed in PCM. f Please see the chapter Individual Memory in the separate PCM operating instructions.
Switching on and off automatically f Move switch to center position. The lights are switched on when a door is unlocked or opened or when the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock. The lights are switched off with a delay of approx. 30 seconds after the door is closed.
A - Orientation light B - Interior light switch, footwell light
The lights go out immediately as soon as the ignition key is inserted in the ignition lock or the vehicle is locked.

Interior lights

f Please see the chapter LOAD SWITCH-OFF AFTER 2 HOURS OR 7 DAYS on Page 246.

Parking Aids

Parking assistant
When the driver backs up, the parking assistant system indicates the distance between the car and a large obstacle behind it, by means of signal tones. Warning! Risk of serious personal injury or death. Parking assistant cannot detect small objects such as children and pets. Despite use of the parking assistant system, the driver is still responsible for taking due care and assessing obstacles when backing up. f Make sure that no persons, especially small children, animals or obstacles are within the maneuvering area. The parking assistant system is activated automatically when reverse gear is selected and the ignition is on. Note Be aware that the parking assistant system is not switched on if the car rolls backward without reverse gear being engaged.

Ultrasound sensors

Note The sensors must always be kept free of dirt, ice and snow in order to ensure that they are fully functional. Caution! To avoid damaging the sensors: f Maintain sufficient distance when cleaning with steam-jet units. Signal tones/function When reverse gear is selected, the parking assistant confirms that it is switched on by issuing a short signal tone. A detected obstacle is signalled by an intermittent tone. The intervals decrease as the obstacle is approached. A continuous tone sounds when the distance becomes less than one foot. This continuous tone can stop if the obstacle is approached closer than one foot. The radio volume should not be so loud as to drown out the signal tones.

Warning! Risk of accident due to impaired vision, resulting in serious personal injury or death. In recirculating-air setting, the windows may fog up. f Only select recirculating-air setting for short periods. f If the windows fog up, switch recirculating-air setting off immediately by pressing the circulating-air button again and select the Defrost windshield function.
Switching recirculating-air setting on or off
f Press button E. The outside-air supply is interrupted and only the inside air is circulated. The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. Over approx. 37 F/3 C If the air-conditioning compressor was off, it switches on automatically. The duration of recirculating-air setting is not limited. Below approx. 37 F/3 C The air-conditioning compressor is switched off. Recirculating-air setting is automatically ended after approx. 3 minutes.
Air distribution to footwell f Press button H. The air flows to the footwell. The selection appears on the display panel. Air distribution to central and side vents f Press button I. The air flows from the central and side vents. Vents must be open. The selection appears on the display panel. Air distribution to windshield f Press button J. The air flows to the windshield. The selection appears on the display panel. Note on operation f On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus, individual air conditioning settings can be stored on your vehicle key. Please observe the chapter Individual Memory in the separate PCM operating instructions.
General instructions for air-conditioning compressor
Can switch off briefly if engine is under an extreme load to ensure sufficient engine cooling. Switches off automatically at temperatures below approx. 37 F/3 C and cannot be switched on, even manually. Operates most effectively with windows closed. If the car has been in the sun for a long time, it is a good idea to ventilate the interior briefly with the windows open. Depending on the outside temperature and humidity, condensation can drip from the evaporator and form a pool under the vehicle. This is normal and not a sign of leakage. If uncooled air flows out when the lowest temperature has been set, switch off the airconditioning compressor and have the fault repaired at an authorized Porsche dealer.
The individual air distributions can be combined as desired. Recommended setting in Summer: Air distribution to central and side vents. Recommended setting in Winter: Air distribution to footwell and windshield.

Fresh-air Intake

Failure of the selector lever display on the instrument cluster The warning Transmission emergency run is displayed in red on the on-board computer. Effect: No selector lever position is displayed on the instrument cluster. Vehicle can be driven only until it comes to a stop. Remedy: It is not possible to continue driving. Immediately stop the vehicle in a suitable place. Have the vehicle towed to an authorized Porsche dealer. Please see the chapter TOWING on Page 269.

Stopping

f For a brief stop (e.g. at a traffic light), leave the selector lever in drive position and hold the vehicle with the brake pedal. f Do not hold the car on a slope using the accelerator. Use the brake pedal or the handbrake instead. f Before leaving the vehicle, always apply the handbrake and move the selector lever to position P.

Parking

f Go easy on the accelerator! f When parking or manoeuvring in a small space, control the speed by careful use of the footbrake.
f Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the fullthrottle point (kickdown).

Driving in winter

In wintry road conditions it is advisable to take steep inclines in manual mode. This prevents gear changes occurring that could cause wheelspin.

Tow-starting, towing

Reduced driving program
If there is a fault in the transmission Depending on priority, the warning Transmission emergency run in white or red lettering or the warning Transmission temperature too high is displayed on the on-board computer. Warning Transmission emergency run white Effects: Restricted gearshift comfort, Reverse gear may not function. Remedy: Have the fault repaired immediately at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Warning Transmission emergency run red Effect: Vehicle can be driven only until it comes to a stop. Remedy: It is not possible to continue driving. Immediately stop the vehicle in a suitable place. Have the vehicle towed to an authorized Porsche dealer. Warning Transmission temperature too high Effects: Warning jerks can be felt when driving off and the engine power may be restricted. Remedy: Do not hold the vehicle with the accelerator on a hill, for example. Hold the vehicle with the brake. Reduce engine load. If possible, stop the vehicle in a suitable place. Allow the engine to run in selector lever position P or N until the warning disappears.

Wiper blades

Wiper blades that are in perfect condition are vital for a clear view. f Please see the chapter WIPER BLADES on Page 212. f Replace the wiper blades twice per year (before and after the cold season) or whenever wiper performance deteriorates or the blades are damaged. f Periodically clean the wiper blades with Porsche window cleaner, especially after the vehicle has been washed in a car wash. If they are very dirty (e.g. with insect remains), they can be cleaned with a sponge or cloth. If the wiper blades rub or squeak, this can be as a result of the following: If the vehicle is washed in an automatic car wash, residues may adhere to the windshield. These wax residues can be removed only by using window cleaner concentrate. The wiper blades may be damaged or worn.
As it is not possible to exclude the risk of damage to this protective coating in day to day driving, it is advisable to have the underside of the car inspected at certain intervals preferably before the start of winter and again in spring and the undercoating restored as necessary. Your authorized Porsche dealer is familiar with the bodyseal treatment procedures and has the necessary equipment for applying factory approved materials. We recommend that you entrust them with such work and inspections. Unlike conventional spray oils, undercoating and rust-proofing compounds based on bitumen or wax do not attack the sound-proofing materials applied at the factory. Warning! Danger of fire resulting in serious personal injury or death. f Do not apply additional undercoating or rustproofing on or near the exhaust manifold, exhaust pipes, catalytic converters or heat
Stainless steel exhaust tailpipes
Stainless steel exhaust tailpipes can discolor due to soiling, strong heat, and combustion residues. The original polish can be achieved again using commercially available metal polishing paste or metal polish.

Light alloy wheels

f Please see the chapter WASHING on Page 214. Warning! Danger of accident resulting in serious personal injury or death if cleaning agents (e.g. wheel cleaning agents) come into contact with the brake discs. The resulting film on the brake discs can impair braking performance. f Make sure that no cleaning agent comes into contact with the brake discs. f If cleaning agent has come into contact with the brake discs, thoroughly clean the brake discs with a strong jet of water. f Paying attention to any road users behind you, dry the brake discs by applying the brakes at short intervals. Metal particles (such as brass or copper in brake dust) must not remain too long on alloy wheels. Contact corrosion can cause pitting. Cleaners with an oxide-removing effect or the wrong pH value, as are commonly used for other metals, as well as mechanical tools and products, will damage the oxide layer and are therefore unsuitable. f Use only cleaners for alloy wheels (pH value 9.5). Products with the wrong pH value can

ABCDEFFiller bottle Filler hose Plug of the filler hose Valve turner Valve insert Tire valve
16.Please consult your authorized Porsche dealer. Note on operation for vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring
f On vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring, the settings on the on-board computer must be updated after the wheel change. Please see the chapter TPM TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING on Page 147. Care Instructions After drying, any sealant that emerges can be peeled off like a film. Warning! Risk of accident, resulting in serious personal injury or death. f Have the tire replaced by an authorized Porsche dealer immediately. f Avoid hard acceleration and high cornering speeds. f Do not exceed maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). f Please always observe the safety and operating instructions, which can be found in the separate operating instructions for the sealant and on the compressor.
13.Connect the compressor to the cigarette lighter and inflate the tire to the prescribed tire pressure. Please see the chapter TIRE PRESSURE FOR COLD TIRES (68 F/20 C) on Page 277. 14.Screw valve cap onto the tire valve. 15.Check the tire pressure after driving for around 10 minutes. If the tire pressure is less than 22 psi (1.5 bar), do not continue driving. If a value of more than 22 psi (1.5 bar) is indicated, correct the pressure to the prescribed value.
Inserting sealant 1.Leave the object that caused the puncture in the tire. 2.Remove sealant and the enclosed sticker from the luggage compartment. 3.Adhere the sticker in the driver's field of vision. 4.Shake filler bottle A.

Platform lift

Before the car is driven on to a lifting platform, it must be ensured that there is enough space between the lifting platform and the vehicle.

Garage lift

A garage lift must be used only at the illustrated jacking points.
Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage Lift
The car must be raised only at the illustrated jacking points.
Caution! Serious personal injury or death and/or serious damage to the engine or the vehicle may occur, if you lift the vehicle improperly. f Never lift the vehicle at any other place than the jacking points. f Never lift the vehicle by the engine, transmission or axles. f Do not damage any sensitive components in the vicinity of the jacking points.

3. Place socket wrench (tool kit) on the unlocking spindle. The handle of the wrench should point horizontally to the rear. 4. Turn socket wrench approx. 180 A. The headlight is unlocked and pushed forward slightly during this process. 5. Turn socket wrench back until it is pointing vertically downward B and leave in position. 6. The headlight is now unlocked and can be pulled forward out of the fender.
Low beam/high beam Halogen/Bi-Xenon headlight
Opening the lid of the headlight housing 1. Unscrew the 4 screws A. 2. First lift release tab B, then push both release tabs C upwards and take off lid.
Changing bulb for low beam Halogen headlights
1. Pull off plug A. 2. Disengage fixing clip B. 3. Replace defective bulb. When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly. 4. Reassemble in reverse order. Closing the cover of the headlight housing 1. Push on cover until it is felt to engage. 2. Fasten cover with the 4 screws.
Changing bulb for high beam Halogen headlights
1. Turn housing cover counter-clockwise and take it off.
2. Turn bulb holder clockwise and remove it (bayonet lock). 3. Pull both plug release tabs apart and pull plug out. 4. Replace the defective bulb with bulb holder. 5. Insert bulb holder and turn it as far as it will go to the left. 6. Close the housing cover.
Changing bulb for low beam/high beam Bi-Xenon headlights
1. Unscrew the 3 screws A on the control unit and remove the control unit.
2. Turn the plug counter-clockwise and pull it off.
3. Disengage both fixing clips. 4. Replace defective bulb. When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly. 5. Engage both fixing clips, push on plug and turn right as far as the stop. 6. Fit control unit and screw tight. Closing the cover of the headlight housing 1. Push on cover until it is felt to engage. 2. Fasten cover with the 4 screws.
Changing bulb for additional high beam Bi-Xenon headlights

2. Pull off plug.

3. Disengage fixing clip. 4. Replace defective bulb. 5. Engage fixing clip, insert plug and close housing cover.
Changing bulb for turn signal light Halogen/Bi-Xenon headlights
2. Turn bulb holder counter-clockwise and remove it (bayonet lock).
3. Replace the defective bulb (bayonet lock). 4. Insert the bulb holder and turn it clockwise. 5. Close the housing cover.

Vehicle Identification, Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

When ordering spare parts or making inquiries, please always quote the vehicle identification number.

Vehicle data bank

The vehicle data bank is attached to the inside of the Maintenance booklet. It contains all important data about your vehicle. Note This data bank cannot be re-ordered if it is lost or damaged. This label contains the following information: 1. Vehicle Identification No. 2. Type/Type description 3. Engine code/Transmission code 4. Paint No./Interior 5. Optional equipment
Vehicle identification number
In accordance with Federal Safety Regulations, the vehicle identification number of your car is located at the bottom left of the windshield frame and can be seen from the outside. The vehicle identification number is in the luggage compartment under the battery cover and at the bottom left behind the windshield. Removing the battery cover f Please see the chapter BATTERY on Page 249.
Safety compliance sticker
The safety compliance sticker is your assurance that your new Porsche complies with all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards which were in effect at the time the vehicle was manufactured. f The sticker also shows the month and year of production and the vehicle identification number of your car (perforations) as well as the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and the Gross Axle Weight Rating.
The tire pressure plate is attached to the left-hand door aperture.

Engine number

The engine number is stamped on the underside of the crankcase.

Technical Data

Engine data
Type Number of cylinders Bore Stroke Cubic capacity Net-horsepower at crankshaft speed Net torque at crankshaft speed Engine oil consumption Boxster MA 120 Horizontally opposed engine, liquid cooled 6 3.5 in./89 mm 3.1 in./77.5 mm 176.5 cu. in./2893 cmhp/188 kW 6400 rpm 214 ft. lb./290 Nm 4400 - 6000 rpm up to 1.6 quarts/622 miles (1.5 liters/1000 km) Boxster S MA 121 Horizontally opposed engine, liquid cooled 6 3.8 in./97 mm 3.1 in./77.5 mm 209.7 cu. in./3436 cmhp/228 kW 6400 rpm 266 ft. lb./360 Nm 4400 - 5500 rpm up to 1.6 quarts/622 miles (1.5 liters/1000 km)
Tire Pressure for Cold Tires (68 F/20 C)
Summer and snow tires 17 inch wheels 18 inch wheels 19 inch wheels front rear front rear front rear 30 psi (2.0 bar) 31 psi (2.1 bar) 30 psi (2.0 bar) 31 psi (2.1 bar) 32 psi (2.2 bar) 34 psi (2.3 bar)
f These tire pressures apply only to the tire makes and types approved by Porsche. Please see the chapter WHEEL BOLTS on Page 236. f Please see the chapter TPM TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING on Page 147.

Tires, Rims, Tracks

Boxster Summer tires or or or front rear front rear front rear front rear front rear or front rear Tires 205/55 ZR 17 91Y 235/50 ZR 17 96Y 235/40 ZR 18 91Y 265/40 ZR 18 101Y XL 235/35 ZR 19 87Y 265/35 ZR 19 94Y 235/35 ZR 19 87Y 265/35 ZR 19 94Y 205/55 R 17 91V M+S * 235/50 R 17 96V M+S 235/40 R 18 91V M+S * 255/40 R 18 95V M+S Rim 7 J x 17 H2 8.5 J x 17 HJ x 18 HJ x 18 HJ x 19 H2 9.5 J x 19 H2 8.5 J x 19 HJ x 19 HJ x 17 H2 8.5 J x 17 HJ x 18 HJ x 18 H2 Rim offset 55 mm 40 mm 57 mm 43 mm 57 mm 46 mm 55 mm 42 mm 55 mm 40 mm 57 mm 43 mm Track 58.7 in./1490 mm 60.4 in./1534 mm 58.5 in./1486 mm 60.2 in./1528 mm 58.5 in./1486 mm 59.9 in./1522 mm 58.7 in./1490 mm 60.2 in./1530 mm 58.7 in./1490 mm 60.4 in./1534 mm 58.5 in./1486 mm 60.2 in./1528 mm

The load capacity coefficient (e.g. 91) and maximum speed code letter (e.g. V) are minimum requirements.
Boxster S Summer tires or or front rear front rear front rear front rear
Tires 235/40 ZR 18 91Y 265/40 ZR 18 101Y XL 235/35 ZR 19 87Y 265/35 ZR 19 94Y 235/35 ZR 19 87Y 265/35 ZR 19 94Y 235/40 R 18 91V M+S * 255/40 R 18 95V M+S
Rim 8 J x 18 HJ x 18 HJ x 19 H2 9.5 J x 19 H2 8.5 J x 19 HJ x 19 HJ x 18 HJ x 18 H2
Rim offset 57 mm 43 mm 57 mm 46 mm 55 mm 42 mm 57 mm 43 mm
Track 58.5 in./1486 mm 60.2 in./1528 mm 58.5 in./1486 mm 59.9 in./1522 mm 58.7 in./1490 mm 60.2 in./1530 mm 58.5 in./1486 mm 60.2 in./1528 mm
The load capacity coefficient (e.g. 91) and maximum speed code letter (e.g. Y) are minimum requirements. f When changing tires or fitting new ones: Please see the chapter WHEEL BOLTS on Page 236. Danger! Installation of sizes not authorized by Porsche may have a dangerous effect on the driving stability and could result in serious personal injury or death. f Before mounting new tires, check with your Porsche dealer about the current release status. Tire and rim sizes Extensive tests are performed before specific tires and wheels are approved by Porsche. Your Porsche dealer has information about approved tires and wheels and is happy to assist you. If aftermarket tires and/or wheels are installed which are not approved by Porsche, the vehicles roadability and handling characteristics might be impaired. Since Porsche has no data on such combinations, Porsche cannot stand behind the safety or durability of these aftermarket combinations. Can be mounted only on the rear wheels; maximum speed 30 mph/50 km/h. Use only Porsche authorized fine-link cross-type or edge chains. Snow chain clearance can be guaranteed only with the tire + rim combination marked* without spacers. Please see the chapter SPACERS on Page 243. Technical Data

Driving Performance*

Boxster Top track speed 6-speed transmission Acceleration mph Acceleration mph with Sport+ Acceleration km/h (62 mph) Acceleration km/h (62 mph) with Sport+ Boxster S Top track speed Acceleration mph Acceleration mph with Sport+ Acceleration km/h (62 mph) Acceleration km/h (62 mph) with Sport+ Manual transmission Porsche Doppelkupplung 164 mph/263 km/h 5.6 seconds 5.9 seconds 162 mph/261 km/h 5.5 seconds 5.3 seconds 5.8 seconds 5.6 seconds
Manual transmission Porsche Doppelkupplung 170 mph/274 km/h 5.0 seconds 5.3 seconds 169 mph/272 km/h 4.9 seconds 4.7 seconds 5.2 seconds 5.0 seconds
* At DIN empty weight and half load, without performance-inhibiting extra equipment.

Capacities

Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will gladly advise you. Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels. Engine Coolant Oil change quantity with oil filter approx. 1.98 U.S.gallons/7.5 liters Please see the chapter ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION on Page 200. Boxster: approx. 6.05 - 6.18 U.S. gallons/22.9 - 23.4 liters Boxster S : approx. 6.13 - 6.61 U.S. gallons/23.3 - 25 liters