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Roadside Assistance
Engine oil
Checking engine oil level
It is important that all oil changes are performed reg-
ularly and in accordance with the intervals specified
in your maintenance plan.
Responding to oil level warning
If the oil level is too low, the symbol
displayed with a warning message in the multifunc-
tion display and engine oil must be topped up imme-
diately.
g Refer to chapter "Warning and Information Mes-
sages" on page 121.
Measuring and displaying engine oil level
NOTE
If the oil level is below the minimum mark, the en-
gine will not be sufficiently lubricated. This can cause
damage to the engine.
e
Display the oil level regularly.
e
Do not allow the oil level to drop below the mini-
mum mark.
Displaying engine oil level
Information
Under certain circumstances, the oil level cannot be
measured. The reasons for this include:
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Vehicle is moving.
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Motor not at operating temperature.
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Engine not idling.
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Vehicle on an incline
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Rear luggage compartment lid is open
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b Vehicle is level.
b Engine at operating temperature is idling.
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Vehicle e Oil level
or
is
Fig. 181: Oil level display
A Oil level sufficient - maximum reached
B Minimum oil level reached
C Recommended oil level for best engine operation
D Oil level below minimum
E Oil level above maximum
If the display is green A, the oil level has reached the
maximum mark and is sufficient. If the lower segment
of the display is yellow B, the oil level has reached the
minimum mark.
e
Add engine oil at the next opportunity. Never add
more than the amount of engine oil displayed.
The difference between the minimum and maxi-
mum mark is approx. 0.85 quarts (0.8 liter).
If the lower segment of the display is red D, the oil
level has dropped below the minimum mark.
–
Stop in a safe place.
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Add engine oil immediately.
Never add more than the amount of engine oil
displayed. If the lower segment is filled in red
D, the difference from the maximum mark is ap-
prox. 1.0 liter.
If the display is yellow right to the top E, the permis-
sible max. engine filling level has been exceeded. This
can result in damage to the vehicle. Correct the oil
level at the earliest opportunity.
e
Visit an authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche rec-
ommends an authorized Porsche dealer, as they
have trained technicians and the required parts
and tools.
Failure
Failure of the oil level measurement is indicated by
means of a message to this effect.
e
Visit an authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche rec-
ommends an authorized Porsche dealer, as they
have trained technicians and the required parts
and tools.
Engine oil consumption
It is normal for your engine to use oil. The amount of
oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity
of the oil, the engine speed at which the engine is
operated, the climate, the road conditions and the
degree of dilution and oxidation of the lubricant. If
the vehicle is frequently driven on short distances
and consumes a normal quantity of oil, it may not
be possible to detect a reduction in the fill level
when measuring the engine oil level at all. This is
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