Porsche 911 GT3 RS User Handbook Manual

Porsche 911 GT3 RS User Handbook Manual

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  • Page 1 The new 911 GT3 RS and 911 GT3 Extreme truth...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The 911 GT3 The new 911 GT3 RS Drive Chassis Safety Comfort Motorsport Environment Personalisation Service Summary Technical data Index...
  • Page 3: The 911 Gt3

    The 911 GT3 For many motorsport is enjoyable. For us it is a core value.
  • Page 4 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The 911 GT3 higher torque, resulting in 320 kW With regard to propulsion, two reduces vibration and the move- (435 hp) at 7,600 rpm. The maxi- values sum up the potential...
  • Page 5 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The 911 GT3 Porsche Active Suspension Man- Control (SC) to provide stabilisation to enable higher cornering speeds, agement (PASM, page 56) ensures within the limits of driving dynamics as well as precision handling...
  • Page 7: The New 911 Gt3 Rs

    The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The 911 GT3 At the rear, distinctive LED lights reference to the engine size and a The combined effect of all of The new 911 GT3 RS are drawn right into the wing and clear indication of its power.
  • Page 8 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The new 911 GT3 RS The transmission? Manual. Six Porsche Active Suspension Mana- new 911 GT3 RS is split so that gears. Short shift precision gear gement (PASM, page 56) is set camber can be set even more changes.
  • Page 9 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The new 911 GT3 RS The new dynamic engine mounts Stability Control (SC) and Traction axle. This increases the toe angle (page 48) are fitted as standard Control (TC). However, if you by 12 mm and 30 mm, resulting in the 911 GT3 RS.
  • Page 11: Drive

    The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The new 911 GT3 RS The engine lid with a ‘GT3 RS’ diameter is 5 mm larger than A further reflection of the car’s Drive logo and the rear window are those on the 911 GT3.
  • Page 12 7000 8000 9000 Engine speed (rpm) 911 GT3 RS: 430 Nm at 6,750 rpm, 331 kW (450 hp) at 7,900 rpm 3.8-litre Boxer engine Pressing the SPORT button, fitted The 911 GT3’s weight to power A consistent supply of oil to the in both models, activates up to ratio is 3.2 kg per hp.
  • Page 13 An extremely lightweight titanium ratios, provides plenty of perfor- charging and increase perfor- connecting rod and lighter pistons mance. mance. reduce oscillating masses, thus ensuring dynamic engine speed Added to this is a variable intake In brief, it is all about performance development.
  • Page 14 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Drive The oil pumps are designed so For the engine this means consis- The 911 GT3 and the new that there is negative pressure tent lubrication of the crankshaft 911 GT3 RS are factory-filled with in the crankcase.
  • Page 15 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Drive Intake manifold. In addition to a conventional distri- The result: higher levels of power butor pipe, the 911 GT3 and the and torque over a wider engine The 911 GT3 models are equipped new 911 GT3 RS have two reso- speed range.
  • Page 16 17 17 17 17 911 GT3 RS 911 GT3 1. Radiator module 5. Separate engine oil reservoir 7. Throttle valve 9. Generator 12. Multi-link rear suspension 16. Composite brake discs 1. Radiator module 5. Separate engine oil reservoir 7. Throttle valve 9.
  • Page 17: Chassis

    The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Drive The gear ratios are perfectly Robust steel heat-resistant baulk The lock factors of the locking Chassis matched to the two 3.8-litre rings on gears three to five enable rear differentials that are standard engines.
  • Page 18 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis Magnetorheological fluid in an unmagnetised state We've always considered the laws of physics a challenge. Thankfully our engineers haven’t. The new dynamic engine mount system. Adding to driving dynamics: the...
  • Page 19 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis Thanks to the very stiff connection developed a new ride-height lift operated either while stationary or between the chassis and body, system for the front axle. The front while travelling at a speed of up to...
  • Page 20 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis Steering. Wheels and tyres. motorway, the ratio is less direct – although still extremely agile with Important for everyday use and excellent feedback. The greater The 911 GT3 models run on one-...
  • Page 21 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis oriented traction control improves ments, the vehicle can now also The anti-lock braking system inte- handling when accelerating on be controlled with the throttle to grated in PSM (ABS 8.0) remains different road surfaces.
  • Page 22 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis Normal mode? A very subjective question. Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). Both 911 GT3 models have conditions and driving style. Both and on the racetrack in Porsche Active Suspension models are also 30 mm lower wet conditions.
  • Page 23: Safety

    Safety A high level of power calls for a high level of safety. And greater demands call for greater competence.
  • Page 24 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Safety Dynamic cornering lights. LEDs are also used for the rear This determines the angle of the direction indicators, taillights dynamic cornering lights, with and brake lights, the additional Available as an option, dynamic...
  • Page 25 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Safety Brakes. The new 911 GT3 RS and the The composite brake discs are 911 GT3 have a particularly power- large, with a diameter of 380 mm Porsche brakes are renowned...
  • Page 26 1,700 °C. The resulting rear ensures extremely high than standard discs of similar greater agility and even better new 911 GT3 RS is brake tech- brake discs are much harder brake forces which, crucially, are design and size. In addition, the handling.
  • Page 27 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Safety It is important that the structure is well prepared too. Passive safety. Bodyshell structure. At the front of the car, longitudinal the forces from the front longi- and transverse members (1)
  • Page 28 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Safety High-performance sport requires professional equipment. Clubsport package. The demands of motorsport are low circuit times are what count. This protection is provided by much higher than those of every-...
  • Page 29: Comfort

    Comfort Uncompromising on the racetrack. Forgiving in everyday use.
  • Page 30 GT3 logo and titanium- information on average fuel models’ sporting credentials are In the new 911 GT3 RS its direct and on the decorative carbon-fibre coloured dial face has a range consumption, speed, range till...
  • Page 31 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Comfort Steering wheel. Sports seats. Adaptive sports seats. HomeLink ® Vehicle tracking system. are covered in flame-retardant fabric. A fine detail in the new The three-spoke GT3 steering The standard sports seats in the This alternative seat option for the 911 GT3 RS is the red ‘RS 3.8’...
  • Page 32 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Comfort PCM including navigation Radio functions include up to When viewing a map it is possible module. 42 memory presets and an FM to select either a 3D perspective dual-tuner frequency diversity with...
  • Page 33 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Comfort Electronic logbook for PCM. Telephone module for PCM. Mobile phone preparation Universal audio interface Chrono Package for CDR-30. Chrono Package Plus for PCM. for PCM and CDR-30. for PCM and CDR-30.
  • Page 34: Motorsport

    Motorsport At some time everyone goes back to their roots. Or they never leave them in the first place.
  • Page 35 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Motorsport GT sport. vehicles and supports customer the FIA-GT or in national GT teams through development championships, Porsche private GT vehicles are also pure-bred and technical service and by teams are regularly driving to race cars.
  • Page 36 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Motorsport Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup. For more information, call It is an established part of the +49 (0)711 911-84096 or German Touring Car Masters (DTM) The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup is www.porsche.com/motorsport.
  • Page 37 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Motorsport Porsche Sport Driving School. Porsche Sports Cup. circuits, as well as Porsche’s own track in Leipzig, so that the Training is given by experienced foundation is laid for the next...
  • Page 38 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Motorsport Customer service endurance events, you can even at the racetrack. request your own dedicated team of Porsche mechanics. We also We can provide specialist advice stock a full range of parts which on setting up your new 911 GT3 are not subject to normal wear.
  • Page 39: Environment

    Environment It’s about every hundredth of a second. But not at any price.
  • Page 40 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Environment Exhaust emission control. Fuel. Noise. The 911 GT3 and the new Today’s Porsche sportscars are The 911 GT3 models comply with 911 GT3 RS comply with stringent already designed to run on 10 %...
  • Page 41: Personalisation

    The interior is available in standard 911 GT3 RS: Grey Black exterior colour with White Gold Metallic contrasting colour black trim, optional black leather and optional Dark Grey natural leather.
  • Page 42 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Personalisation Colours 911 GT3. 911 GT3 RS colours. Solid exterior colours. Metallic exterior colours. Special exterior colours. Standard interior colours. Exterior standard colours/ Exterior optional colours/ Roll-over bar. Leatherette/leather/ Alcantara.
  • Page 43 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Personalisation Option I no. Page Exterior. • Metallic paint Code • • • • Special colours Code 98, 99 • • • • • 90-litre fuel tank • Dynamic cornering lights •...
  • Page 44 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Personalisation Option I no. Page Interior. • Clubsport package 68, 103 • Bolt-in roll-over bar at rear, preparation for battery master switch. Includes six-point racing harness in red for driver’s side, fire extinguisher with mounting bracket.
  • Page 45 (depending on how specific mobile phones connect to the cradle). For more information about the availability of a cradle for our mobile phone, please contact your Porsche Centre. Use of the telephone module for PCM prevents exposure to electromagnetic radiation as only the vehicle’s external aerial is used.
  • Page 46: Porsche Exclusive

    (depending on how specific mobile phones connect to the cradle). For more information about the availability of a cradle for our mobile phone, please contact your Porsche Centre. Use of the telephone module for PCM prevents exposure to electromagnetic radiation as only the vehicle’s external aerial is used.
  • Page 47: Service 108

    +49 (0)711 911-78155. +49 (0)711 911-78683. go to www.porsche.com. E-mail: travel.club@porsche.de E-mail: sportdrivingschool@porsche.de Ask your Porsche Centre for the latest brochures from Porsche Exclusive, Porsche Tequipment, Porsche Design Driver’s Selection and the Porsche Driving Experience. · 108 · · 109 ·...
  • Page 48 Summary The 911 GT3 and the new 911 GT3 RS. Developed by racing engineers using technology from the racetrack. With the ambition to drive what has been tried and tested to perfection. What you expected? Nothing but the truth.
  • Page 49: Technical Data

    Porsche Centre. Consumption figures were obtained on the basis of standard equipment. Special equipment may a ffect consumption and performance. 911 GT3 RS: Provisional figures as there were no official figures available at the time of going to print.
  • Page 50 The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Index Index Aerodynamics 12, 24 Design 12, 24 Instruments Personalisation Ram-air collectors Technical data Airbag Drive Intake manifold Porsche Active Suspension Rear axle Telephone module Anti-theft protection Dynamic cornering lights...
  • Page 51 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG Errors and omissions excepted. Porscheplatz 1 70435 Stuttgart © Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, 2009 Germany All text, images and other www.porsche.com information in this publication are copyright of Edition: 07/09 Dr.

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