Maintenance, Self Diagnostics: Maintenance — Porsche Boxster 987 (2004-2006)

Maintenance every 2 years

Maintenance every 2 years	OK
Prepare Long-Life Guarantee Condition Report
Change brake fluid. Refer to 47 08 55 Replacing brake fluid - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .

Maintenance every 4 years

Maintenance every 4 years	OK
Replace Tire sealant

Maintenance after 4 then every 2 years

Maintenance after 4 then every 2 years	OK
Check Tire pressure monitoring system battery

Maintenance after 4, 8, 10 then every 2 years

Maintenance after 4, 8, 10 then every 2 years	OK
Check the airbag system. Refer to 69 01 Airbag diagnosis - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Ancillary unit mounts and running gear: visual inspection of all rubber mounts for damage

Minor maintenance

Note. The engine oil and oil filter must be changed every 10,000 km (6,000 mls) in vehicles which are operated in countries where leaded fuel is used. If the mileage for scheduled maintenance is not reached, minor maintenance must be carried out after 2, 6, 10...... years. The terms "inspect" and "check" include all necessary subsequent work such as adjustment, readjustment, corrections and replenishment. They do not include the repair, replacement or overhaul of components or assemblies. Maintenance item > Check drive belt< must always be performed 60,000 km (40,000 mls) after replacement of the drive belt. Observe the chapter on additional maintenance for this purpose.

Minor maintenance at: 30,000, 90,000, 150,000, 210,000 km etc. 20,000, 60,000, 100,000, 140,000 mls etc.	OK
Diagnosis system: read out fault memory > 033500 On-board diagnosis.
Change engine oil and oil filter. Refer to 17 01 55 Engine oil and oil filter change - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Vehicle underside and engine compartment: Visual inspection for leaks (oils and fluids) and abrasion (lines and hoses) Underbody panel: visual inspection for completeness, installation and damage
Coolant hoses: check condition Radiators and air inlets: visual inspection for external contamination and blockage Coolant: check the level and antifreeze protection. Refer to 19 01 Checking cooling system - as of MY 2005 (Boxster, Boxster RHD, Boxster S, Boxster S RHD) . Refer to 19 01 Checking cooling system - as of MY 2005 (Cayman S, Cayman S RHD) .
Particle filter: replace filter element. Refer to 85 18 19 Removing and installing particle filter - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Brake system: visual inspection of the brake pads and brake discs for wear > Running gear maintenance: visual inspection of brake lines/brake pads/brake discs
Brake hoses and lines: visual inspection for leaks, damage, routing and corrosion > Running gear maintenance: visual inspection of brake lines/brake pads/brake discs
Drive shafts: visual inspection of the boots for leaks and damage > Running gear maintenance: axle joints/drive shafts
Tires: check condition and Tire pressure. Refer to 44 Wheels and Tires/Tire pressure - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Check the door locks, lid locks and safety hooks of the front lid to ensure that they are secure and function properly. Refer to 01 01 Checking lid and doors - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Vehicle lighting: check operation All headlights: check adjustment Horn: check operation. Refer to 01 IN Checking the function of the vehicle's lights - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Windscreen wiper/washer system, headlight washer system: check fluids and nozzle settings; pay attention to antifreeze protection in winter months; check wiper blades. Refer to 01 IN Windscreen washer/headlight cleaning system: Check operation, nozzle settings - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Electrical equipment, warning and indicator lights: check function. Refer to 01 IN Checking electrical equipment such as control and warning lights for functionality. - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Test drive: Remote control, front seats, foot and parking brakes (also actuation travel), engine, clutch, steering, transmission, ParkAssist, cruise control, PSM switch, PASM switch, heating, air-conditioning system and instruments: check operation > Test drive
Oils, fluids: visual inspection for leaks

Major maintenance

Note. The engine oil and oil filter must be changed every 10,000 km (6,000 mls) in vehicles which are operated in countries where leaded fuel is used. If the mileage for scheduled maintenance is not reached, major maintenance must be carried out after 4, 8, 12...... years. The terms "inspect" and "check" include all necessary subsequent work such as adjustments, readjustments, corrections and replenishment. They do not include the repair, replacement or overhaul of components or assemblies. Maintenance item > Check drive belt< must always be performed 60,000 km (40,000 mls) after replacement of the drive belt. Observe the chapter on additional maintenance for this purpose.

Major maintenance at 60,000, 120,000, 180,000, 240,000 km etc./ 40,000, 80,000, 120,000, 160,000 mls etc.	OK
Diagnostic system: read out fault memory > 033500 On-board diagnosis (OBD)
Change engine oil and oil filter. Refer to 17 01 55 Engine oil and oil filter change - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Vehicle underside and engine compartment: visual inspection for leaks (oils and fluids) and abrasion (lines and hoses)Underbody panels: visual inspection for completeness, installation and damage
Coolant hoses: check condition Radiators and air inlets: visual inspection for external contamination and blockage Coolant: check the level and antifreeze protection. Refer to 19 01 Checking cooling system - as of MY 2005 (Boxster, Boxster RHD, Boxster S, Boxster S RHD) . Refer to 19 01 Checking cooling system - as of MY 2005 (Cayman S, Cayman S RHD) .
Air cleaner: replace air cleaner element. Refer to 24 24 19 Removing and installing air cleaner element - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Particle filter: replace filter element. Refer to 85 18 19 Removing and installing particle filter - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Fuel system: visual inspection for damage, routing and secure fit of line connections
Handbrake: check the free play of the parking-brake lever. Refer to 46 83 16 Adjusting the parking-brake shoes - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Brake system: visual inspection of the brake pads and brake discs for wear > Running gear maintenance: visual inspection of brake lines/brake pads/brake discs
Brake hoses and lines: visual inspection for leaks, damage, routing and corrosion > Running gear maintenance: visual inspection of brake lines/brake pads/brake discs
Clutch: check pedal end position
Steering gear: visual inspection of bellows for damage Tie rod ends: check the play and dust bellows > Running gear maintenance: steering gear - visual inspection of bellows and tie rod joints
Axle joints: check the play and visually inspect the dust bellows for damage > Running gear maintenance: axle joints/drive shafts
Check that the threaded connections of the running gear adjustment at the front and rear are secure
Drive shafts: visual inspection of the boots for leaks and damage > Running gear maintenance: axle joints/drive shafts
Exhaust system: visual inspection for leaks and damage, check mounts
Tires: check condition and Tire pressure. Refer to 44 Wheels and Tires/Tire pressure - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Check the door locks, lid locks and safety hooks of the front lid to ensure that they are secure and functioning properly. Refer to 01 01 Checking lid and doors - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Seat belts: check operation and condition. Refer to 69 13 01 Checking seat belts - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Vehicle lighting: check operation All headlights: check adjustment Horn: check operation. Refer to 01 IN Checking the function of the vehicle's lights - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Windscreen wiper/washer system, headlight washer system: check operation, fluid level and nozzle settings, pay attention to antifreeze protection in winter months; check wiper blades. Refer to 01 IN Windscreen washer/headlight cleaning system: Check operation, nozzle settings - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Electrical equipment, warning and indicator lights: check function. Refer to 01 IN Checking electrical equipment such as control and warning lights for functionality. - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Test drive: Remote control, front seats, foot and parking brakes (also actuation travel), engine, clutch, steering, transmission, ParkAssist, cruise control, PSM switch, PASM switch, heating, air-conditioning system and instruments: check operation > Test drive
Oils, fluids: visual inspection for leaks

Additional maintenance of drive belt

Note. The engine oil and oil filter must be changed every 10,000 km (6,000 mls) in vehicles which are operated in countries where leaded fuel is used. Maintenance item > Check drive belt< must always be performed 60,000 km (40,000 mls) after replacement of the drive belt.

Additional maintenance - checking drive belt	OK
Check drive belt at 60,000 km/40,000 mls or every 4 years. Refer to 13 78 19 Removing and installing drive belt - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Check drive belt at 150,000 km/100,000 mls or every 10 years. Refer to 13 78 19 Removing and installing drive belt - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Check drive belt at 240,000 km/160,000 mls or every 16 years. Refer to 13 78 19 Removing and installing drive belt - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .

Additional maintenance for spark plugs

Additional maintenance, replacing spark plugs	OK
Replace spark plugs every 90,000 km/60,000 mls or every 4 years. Refer to 28 70 20 Removing and fitting spark plugs - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .

Additional maintenance every 90,000 km/60.000 mls or every 6 years

Additional maintenance every 90,000 km/60,000 mls or every 6 years	OK
Replace drive belt. Refer to 13 78 19 Removing and installing drive belt - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .

Additional maintenance every 180,000 km/120,000 mls or every 12 years

Additional maintenance every 180,000 km/120,000 mls or every 12 years	OK
Manual transmission: change oil. Refer to 34 01 55 Changing transmission oil - as of MY 2005 (Boxster, Boxster RHD) . Refer to 34 01 55 Changing transmission oil - as of MY 2005 (Boxster S, Boxster S RHD, Cayman S, Cayman S RHD) .

Additional maintenance every 180,000 km/120,000 mls or every 12 years	OK
Automatic transmission: change ATF and ATF filter. Refer to 37 02 55 Changing ATF - as of MY 2005 (All Models) . Refer to 37 58 55 Replacing ATF filter - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .
Automatic transmission: change oil in final drive. Refer to 39 90 55 Changing oil for final drive - as of MY 2005 (All Models) .

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Maintenance, Self Diagnostics: Maintenance Porsche Boxster 987