The Most Important Working Regulations and Warning Notes
The most important working regulations and warning notes
Engine
Danger
Suspended load!
Risk of serious crushing and injury
- Do not work at or under a suspended load.
- Never reach in between the engine and components during installation or removal.
- Wear protective safety gear.
Caution
Leaks due to components being at too low a temperature or at different temperatures!
If components that are cold or at different temperatures are sealed together by the application of sealant, adhesion problems and leaks can arise due to the build-up of condensation water or component distortion.
- Components must have reached at least 17 degrees C throughout.
- Components must not be too hot (distortion).
- Spare parts that are stored in the cold or heat (strong sunlight), must be brought to room temperature or the same temperature as other parts before installation.
Crankcase - suspension
Danger
Danger of injury from incorrect use of tools and from failing loads!
Danger of crushing from heavy loads!
- When working on the engine suspension, the engine must be appropriately secured against falling or lowering.
- Never use defective lifting equipment (bent or damaged tools must not be used or repaired. Always replace these tools). Check tools for signs of damage before use.
- Only use lifting equipment tested and approved by Porsche. Home-made and auxiliary constructions result in improper use and are dangerous.
- The transport eyebolt can only bear vertical traction with no side or transverse forces. Side loads (e.g. from chains or cables) will damage the transport eyebolt, which must then be replaced. Extreme cases of improper use can break the transport eyebolt.
- Tools and lifting equipment must always be used properly. Improper use or dangerous home-made constructions can break tools and result in falling loads.
- Wear protective gloves.
Danger
Danger of poisoning from silicone, grease and oil!
Danger of poisoning and damage to skin
- Do not consume food or drink while working (danger of mixing).
- Silicones, greases and oils are toxic and must not be swallowed or handled without protection.
- Observe the specifications on the containers. If swallowed, seek medical advice and show the information on the containers.
- Wear gloves.
Information
When working on the crank mechanism, absolute cleanliness is essential.
Any seals which have been removed must always be replaced.
Only the auxiliary and assembly equipment recommended for the repair job may be used for the particular assembly work.
Only the auxiliary materials recommended by Porsche (such as lubricants or sealants) may be used.
All screw fittings must be tightened according to the prescribed torque or torque angle.
Crank drive, pistons
Danger
Danger of poisoning from silicone, grease and oil!
Danger of poisoning and damage to skin
- Do not consume food or drink while working (danger of mixing).
- Silicones, greases and oils are toxic and must not be swallowed or handled without protection.
- Observe the specifications on the containers. If swallowed, seek medical advice and show the information on the containers.
- Wear gloves.
Danger
Danger of injury from rotating components and belt drive!
Risk of severe hand injuries.
- Never reach into running belt drives or rotating components.
- Switch off engine.
Warning
Do not remove the drive belt when the engine is warm!
Risk of damage or deformation!
- Drive belts should only be removed when they have cooled down.
Danger
Danger of injury from running radiator fans (electric fans)!
Risk of severe hand injuries.
- The vehicle fans can continue running or start up when the ignition is switched off.
- The power supply to the fans must be disconnected before starting work on the radiator or radiator fans. (Remove fuse).
Information
Work on the crank mechanism/pistons must be carried out very carefully and in clean conditions.
A dirty engine should be cleaned before opening.
No dirt may enter the engine when opened.
During work interruptions, the open engine or components must be covered to protect them from dirt.
Any seals which have been removed must always be replaced.
Only processing materials (silicones, oils, greases, etc.) approved by Porsche may be used.
All screw fittings must be tightened according to the prescribed torque or torque angle.
Information
Only processing materials (silicones, oils, greases, etc.) approved by Porsche may be used.
All screw fittings must be tightened according to the prescribed torque or torque angle.
Never remove the drive belt when it is hot.
Cylinder head, valve drive
Danger
Danger of poisoning from silicone, grease and oil!
Danger of poisoning and damage to skin
- Do not consume food or drink while working (danger of mixing).
- Silicones, greases and oils are toxic and must not be swallowed or handled without protection.
- Observe the specifications on the containers. If swallowed, seek medical advice and show the information on the containers.
- Wear gloves.
Information
Work on the valve drive must be carried out very carefully and in clean conditions.
A dirty engine should be cleaned before opening.
No dirt may enter the engine when opened.
During work interruptions, the open engine or components must be covered to protect them from dirt.
Any seals which have been removed must always be replaced.
Only the auxiliary materials recommended by Porsche (such as lubricants or sealants) may be used.
All screw fittings must be tightened according to the prescribed torque or torque angle.
Lubrication
Warning
Engine oil is toxic.
Danger of poisoning!
- Do not consume food or drink while working (danger of mixing).
- If swallowed, observe the warning information on the containers, contact a doctor if necessary and show the information on the containers.
Warning
Danger of scalding with hot engine oil.
- Allow engine and components to cool down.
- Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.
- Wear suitable protective clothing.
Warning
Oil is combustible!
Risk of fire due to oil and hot components (exhaust manifold, etc.)
- Do not pour engine oil over very hot components (e.g. turbocharger).
- Never place cloths soaked with oil on hot engine components.
- In case of fire, use CO2 or dry powder fire extinguishers.
Information
Only oils with the appropriate viscosity and approved by Porsche may be used.
A mixture of different oils is not permitted.
During an oil change, the old oil must be drained from the engine via the drain plugs provided. Extraction by suction is not recommended.
Engine oil and oil filters must be disposed of according to the respective, applicable national laws.
Seals in the oil circuit must be replaced by new ones following disassembly.
Observe the specified torques.
Cooling
Caution
Danger of poisoning!
Coolant additives and cleaning liquids are toxic.
- Swallowing coolant additives and cleaning liquids must be urgently avoided.
- Do not consume any food or drink while working (danger of accidental mixing).
- If swallowed, observe the warning information on the containers and contact a doctor. If necessary, show the doctor the warning information on the packaging.
Caution
Danger of scalding with hot coolant!
- Never open the cooling system when it is hot. Emerging coolant may be very hot and can cause scalding.
- The cooling system must be depressurized before being opened.
- Allow engine to cool down.
Danger
The vehicle fans can continue running or start up automatically.
Injuries which can lead to the loss of body parts.
- The power supply to the fans must be disconnected before starting work on the radiator, radiator fans or belt drive. Disconnect the fuse carrier or battery
- Allow engine to cool down.
Caution
Risk of damaging the cooling system!
- Do not relieve the system pressure of the cooling system and then run the engine.
- Relieving the system pressure and subsequently starting the engine can cause severe damage to components in the cooling system. If the cooling system must be opened when it is hot, allow the cooling system to cool down before starting the engine again.
Information
The coolant filled in at the factory is intended to suffice for the entire service life. As long as the coolant is not contaminated by foreign bodies or other fluids it need not be changed.
Different coolant additives must not be mixed and doing so may damage the cooling system. Only use original Porsche coolant additives.
The coolant must be set to antifreeze protection of -37 degrees C. This corresponds to a mixing ratio of 50:50 (coolant additive: water). This mixing ratio provides optimum corrosion and antifreeze protection.
Coolant additives, coolants and cleaning agents must be disposed of according to the respective, applicable national laws.
Seals in the cooling system must be replaced by new ones following disassembly.