Coolant: CHECKING THE LEVEL AND ANTIFREEZE PROTECTION CONTENT

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Protect the luggage compartment floor against soiling with a suitable cover.

Fig 1: Protecting Luggage Compartment Floor
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NOTE:
- The engine cooling system is factory-filled with a coolant which does not need to be changed. The coolant should not be mixed with other coolants
- Only Original Porsche anti-freeze should be used when changing or topping up the coolant.
- A conclusion about the anti-freeze content can not be made on the intensity of the coolant color in the expansion tank.
CAUTION:
- Danger of scalding
- Coolants can be extremely hot and pressurized.
- Wear suitable protective equipment.
- Carefully open the lid on the expansion tank.
Carefully undo the lid on the coolant expansion tank.

Fig 2: Opening Lid On Coolant Expansion Tank
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Check the anti-freeze content with a frost protection testing device. If it is lower than - 35°C, it should be corrected accordingly.

Fig 3: Checking Anti-Freeze Content With A Frost Protection Testing Device
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Check the engine coolant level. This should not lie below the minimum marking when cold.
Check the cooling system for leaks. To do this, apply a test pressure of approx. 1 bar using the cooling system test device and check the hose connections for leakage or tighten the screw hose clamps. Subsequently remove the cooling system test device.

Fig 4: Applying Test Pressure Using Cooling System Test Device
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Check cooling device for external dirt. The cooling device should not contain too much dirt. If necessary, it can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.

Fig 5: Checking Cooling Device For External Dirt
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Replace the cover on the coolant expansion tank and tighten.

Fig 6: Tightening Cover On Coolant Expansion Tank
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