Engine Lubrication
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TECHNICAL DATA FOR ENGINES M 96/23 AND M 96/24 - AS OF MY 2003
| Designation | Boxster 2.7 | Boxster S 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Integrated dry sump | Integrated dry sump |
| Oil cooling | Via oil-water heat exchanger | Via oil-water heat exchanger |
| Oil filter | On pressure side behind oil pump | On pressure side behind oil pump |
| Oil pressure at n = 5,000 rpm at 90° C | Approx. 5 bar | Approx. 5 bar |
| Oil pressure indicator | Oil pressure indicator light | Oil pressure indicator light |
| Oil consumption max I/1,000 km | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Oil change quantity without filter | 8.0 L | 8.0 L |
| Oil change quantity with filter | 8.25 L | 8.25 L |