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Brake Fluid
> Please see chapter "Engine compartment filler
openings" on page 30.
Fig. 29: Brake fluid reservoir
The brake fluid reservoir is located under a separate
cover in the engine compartment.
e Press on the front of the cover to open it (PUSH
marking).
Responding to warning symbols
If the brake fluid level is too low, the warning light
(USA:
, Canada: ) appears in the instru-
ment cluster and a warning message is displayed. If
the warning light comes on and more force must be
applied to the pedal, this may indicate a fault in the
brake system.
e Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and do not
continue driving.
e Visit an authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche rec-
ommends an authorized Porsche dealer, as they
have trained technicians and the necessary parts
and tools.
> Please see chapter "Warning and Information
Messages" on page 293.
Checking the brake fluid level
e Read off the brake fluid level on the brake fluid
reservoir. The fluid level must always be between
the MIN and MAX markings.
e Have the brake fluid topped up if the brake fluid
level is below the MIN marking: Visit an author-
ized Porsche dealer. Porsche recommends an
authorized Porsche dealer, as they have trained
technicians and the necessary parts and tools.
Changing the brake fluid
DANGER
Swallowing Brake Fluid
Brake fluid is hazardous to your health and may be
fatal if swallowed.
e Keep brake fluid out of children's reach.
e Keep brake fluid away from pets. They can be
attracted to it should there be a spill, or to used
brake fluid left in an open container.
e If brake fluid gets on your skin or into your eye,
immediately rinse the affected party of your
body with clean water for a few minutes. Then
see a doctor immediately.
e Note all the information on the refill container of
the brake fluid.
The brake fluid is regularly checked and changed as
part of servicing.
e Do not change the brake fluid yourself.
Visit an authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche rec-
ommends an authorized Porsche dealer, as they
have trained technicians and the necessary parts
and tools.
> Please see chapter "Safety and Driving Pleasure"
on page 7.