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Changing oil and filter
High quality multi-grade oils are suitable for
all year round driving. Seasonal oil changes
are therefore n o t n e c e s s a r y . O n l y if multi-grade
oils are not readily available, a single-grade
oil of the correct viscosity can be used. Speci-
fications of the various oils to be used are
detailed under "Filling Capacities and Engine
Oil". The use of oil additives is not recom-
mended by Porsche.
WARNING
• When removing oil drain plug with your
fingers, keep your arms as high as pos-
sible. This will prevent hot oil from run-
ning down your arm. Wear eye protection.
• Always use a new gasket when reinstall-
ing the plug. Do n o t overtighten the plug.
Before changing the engine oil yourself,
make sure that the disposal of the engine
oil and the oil filter as special wastes is
carried out in the proper manner.Do not
dump it on the ground, into open streams
or down sewage drains. Your zoning reg-
ulations or environmental rules will tell you
how you can dispose of it. Should the dis-
posal of old engine oil present a problem,
we suggest that you have your oil changed
at your dealer or at a service station.
Oil change intervals specified in the War-
ranty & Maintenance booklet accompanying
the vehicle apply to normal operating condi-
tions and must be adhered to, including inter-
vals for oil filter change.
If you drive mostly short distances, or if you
operate the vehicle in dusty areas, or under
predominantly stop-and-go traffic conditions,
or when temperatures remain below freezing
for extended periods, the engine oil should be
changed more frequently.
Changing engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and
ignition off.
Remove the engine guard before working at
the bottom of the engine.
1. Loosen and remove oil filler cap.
2. Loosen oil drain plug (arrow) on oil pan and
allow oil to drain completely.
3. Loosen oil filter element with appropriate
wrench and remove.
4. Lightly coat new filter seal with oil.
5. Screw on new filter element until seal just
contacts the crankcase. Only handtighten
according to filter manufacturer's instruc-
tions on container or filter element.
6. Clean oil drain plug and replace, using a
new gasket. Do not overtighten the plug.
7. Fill the crankcase with the required amount
of engine oil labeled "API Service SF or SE"
(see "Filling Capacities").
Do not overfill.
8. Check the oil level with dipstick. Top up
if necessary. Reinstall oil filler cap and
tighten securely.
9. Run engine at various speeds for 3 - 5
minutes and check for leaks.
See "Cautions".
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