Porsche 928 S4 – Owner’s Manual

Model Year 1987 Contents From the “Porsche 928 S4 Owner’s Manual”, available from 928 Specialists. 928 S4 page John Pirtle

Foreword Judging by the car you have chosen, you are a motorist of a special breed, and you are probably no novice when it comes to automobiles . . . . Vehicle identification number In accordance with Federal Safety Regulations, the vehicle identification number of your car is located on the left* windshield post and can be seen from the outside. Engine number The engine number is stamped on the front reinforcing rib in the top half of the crankcase. Paint number The paint number sticker is on the doorjamb on the driver’s side. *Throughout this booklet and other Porsche publications applicable to USA vehicles, left is designated as the driver’s side of the vehicle, and right as the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Safety Compliance Sticker The Safety Compliance Sticker is your assurance that your Porsche complies with all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards which were in effect at the time the vehicle was manufactured. It is located on the doorsill on the driver’s side. This sticker also shows the month and year of production and the vehicle identification number of your car (perforations) as well as the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and the Gross Axle Weight Rating. Vehicle Identification Label The vehicle identification label is located underneath the luggage compartment floor cover, next to the spare wheel well. This label contains the following information: Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Code Engine and Transmission Code Paint and Interior Code Option Codes A duplicate of this label is in your Warranty and Maintenance booklet. Dear Porsche-Owner A lot has gone in the manufacture of your Porsche, including advanced engineering, techniques, rigid quality control and demanding inspections. These engineering and safety features will be enhanced by you… the safe driver… who knows his car and all controls, who maintains his vehicle properly, who uses his driving skills wisely, and always drives within his own capabilities and his level of familiarity with his vehicle. Before going on a trip . . . First things first Turn the engine off before you attempt any checks or repairs of the vehicle. Be sure tires are inflated correctly. Check for damage and tire wear. See that wheel bolts are properly tightened and not loose or missing. Check engine oil level, add if necessary. Make it a habit to have engine oil checked with every fuel filling. Check coolant level to assure sufficient engine cooling. Be sure you have a well charged battery. Check brake fluid level. If too low, have brake system checked. Replenish windshield washer fluid. Check if engine hood is latched safely. Replace worn or cracked wiper blades. See that all windows are clear and unobstructed. Keep air intake slots and area between engine hood and windshield free of snow and ice, so that the heater and the windshield wipers work properly. Check whether all light lenses are clean. Be sure all lights are working and headlights are aimed correctly. Check under vehicle for leaks. Be sure all luggage is stowed securely. Emergency equipment It is good practice to carry emergency equipment in your vehicle. Some of the things you should have are: window scraper, snow brush, container or bag of sand or salt, emergency light, small shovel, first-aid kit, etc. In the drivers seat . . . Check operation of horn. Position seat for easy reach of controls. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors Attach your safety belts. Check operation of foot and parking brakes. Check all warning and indicator lights with ignition on and engine stationary. Never leave car idling unattended. Lock doors from inside, especially with children in the car. To prevent inadvertent opening of doors from inside or outside, drive with locked doors. On the road . . . Never drive after you have consumed alcohol. Always have your safety belt attached. Always drive defensively. Expect the unexpected. Use signals to indicate turns and lane changes. Turn on headlights at dusk. Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, depending on traffic, road and weather conditions. Reduce speed at night and during inclement weather. Observe speed limits and obey road signs. When tired, get well off the road, stop and take a rest. Turn the engine off. Do not sit in the vehicle with engine idling. See WARNINGS on “Engine Exhaust”. When parked, always set the parking brake. Move the selector lever to “P” (Automatic transmission) or move the gearshift lever to reverse or first gear (Manual transmission). On hills also turn the wheels toward the curb. When emergency repairs become necessary, move the vehicle well off the road. Turn on emergency flasher and use other warning devices to alert other motorists. Do not park or operate the vehicle in areas where the hot exhaust system may come in contact with dry grass, brush, fuel spill or other flammable material. Make it a habit to have the engine oil checked with every fuel filling. Go to next page ►