Before Going On A Trip - Porsche 928 ST1991 Owner's Manual

Dear Porsche-Owner
A lot has gone into the manufacture of your
Porsche, including advanced engineering,
techniques, rigid quality control and de-
manding inspections. These engineering
and safety features will be enhanced by
you...
the safe driver...
who knows his car and all controls,
who maintains his vehicle properly,
who uses his driving skills wisely, and always
drives within his own capabilities and his
level of familiarity with his vehicle.
You will find helpful hints in this manual on
how to perform most of the checks listed on
the following pages. If in doubt, have these
checks performed by your Porsche dealer.
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Before going on a trip...

First things first
• Turn the engine off before you attempt
any checks or repairs of the vehicle.
• Be sure tires are inflated correctly. Check
tires for damage and tire wear.
• See that wheel bolts are properly tight-
ened and not loose or missing.
• Check engine oil level, add if necessary.
Make it a habit to have engine oil checked
with every fuel filling.
• Check coolant level to assure sufficient
engine cooling.
• Be sure you have a well charged battery.
• Check brake fluid level. If too low, have
brake system checked.
• Replenish windshield washer fluid.
• Check if front hood is latched safely.
• Replace worn or cracked wiper blades.
• See that all windows are clear and un-
obstructed.
• Keep air intake slots and area between
engine hood and windshield free of snow
and ice, so that the heater and the
windshield wipers work properly.
• Check whether all light lenses are clean.
• Be sure all lights are working and head-
lights are aimed correctly.
• Check under vehicle for leaks.
• Be sure all luggage is stowed securely.
Emergency equipment
It is good practice to carry emergency equip-
ment in your vehicle. Some of the things you
should have are: window scraper, snow
brush, container or bag of sand or salt,
emergency light, small shovel, first-aid kit,
etc.