Porsche Boxstertequipment 2012 Owner's Manual

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Tequipment Boxster

Accessories for the new Porsche Boxster models

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Start with the world’s most dynamic race-bred roadster.

And make it better.

Its originsgobacktothe 1950s. Its

predecessors include the Porsche

550 Spyder from 1953 and the

Porsche 718 from the early 1960s.

In 1993, its prototype was already

attracting attention. Since 1996, it

has been conquering the roads—

and the hearts—of Porsche

enthusiasts. We’re talking about the

Boxster, the sportscar among

roadsters. With its powerful mid-

mounted engine, it delivers pure

driving enjoyment. Typically Porsche.

Just like the products from Porsche

Tequipment. These are not just

individual accessories—they are

part of a grander harmonious

concept. And the vision of a Boxster

with even more character and even

greater sports performance.

Each product not only has to be

visually appealing—it also has to be

technically compatible. That is

why all of the model-specific

Tequipment products have been

designed, tested and formulated

with the complete vehicle in mind.

By the same Porsche engineers

and designers who create the

cars themselves.

All of this takes place primarily at

the Porsche R&D Center in Weissach.

Every product undergoes exhaustive

testing throughout its development

to ensure outstanding performance

and durability. This is because they

have to meet the highest standards

of Porsche quality and functionality.

One of the highlights is the new

19-inch SportDesign wheel in a

black high-gloss finish, which

has undergone countless tests.

Ultimately, it was not only the

wheel’s design and the performance

that had to be exemplary, but also

its practicality for everyday use.

With regard to chemical and

corrosion resistance, for example, it

was subjected to a 1,000-hour salt

and ultraviolet light test. Next, there

were tests for thermal resistance and

compatibility, e.g., with tire paste and

underbody sealing compounds.

The result of all this development

and testing is a wheel that meets the

stringent Porsche specification. And

the highest expectations—yours.

Whichever Tequipment products you

ask your authorized Porsche dealer

to fit, one thing remains unchanged:

your original vehicle warranty.

You can find out more about the

Porsche Tequipment range at

porsche.com.

Design sketch: 19-inch SportDesign wheel in a black high-gloss finish

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19-inch SportDesign wheel in a black high-gloss finish in the salt chamber

Test drive at the Porsche proving ground in Weissach

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Exterior 4

From the matte Aluminum-Look

exterior package to optional

alloy wheels. Whatever you

choose, your decision will be a

reflection of your personal style.

Sport 18

Want to push the performance

concept to the very limit? Welcome

to the high-performance club.

Interior 22

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Personalize the interior. Classic,

pure or sporty. Audio and

communication included.

Transport and car care 38

Here you will find intelligent

transport solutions, Porsche

child seats and care products

for your car.

Ordering information 46

Service 47

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Awe-inspired accessories.

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The Boxster. Clean lines yet full

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of character. Powerful yet elegant.

Suitable for everyday use yet

uncompromising in its penchant

for performance. Unmistakably

Porsche. And immediately

recognizable as your Porsche.

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Exterior trim package in Aluminum-Look

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Exterior trim package

in Aluminum-Look

This package consists of front air-

intake grilles (left/right) and side

air-intake grilles. All parts are

finished in matte Aluminum-Look

finish to emphasize the racing

heritage of the Boxster models.

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Exterior mirror lower trim

in Aluminum-Look

Like you, we pay maximum

attention to every detail. That

includes individual touches such

as the matte Aluminum-Look trim

on the lower section of the

exterior mirror covers.

Part no. 997 044 802 09

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Side strips with

model designation

One of the first models with the

decorative Porsche logo on the

side was the legendary 911

Carrera RS 2.7 in 1972. This

original lettering now adorns the

flanks of the 911 GT3 RS models.

Why not be part of the legend?

Decorative lettering available in selected
colors: “Boxster” and “Boxster S.”

Boxster logo. Part no. 987 044 802 50
Boxster S logo. Part no. 987 044 802 51

Cabriolet hardtop

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This high-precision hardtop

in robust aluminum blends

harmoniously with the exterior

of the Boxster models. Installing

the hardtop is simple. Special

features includeaheated rear

window and a black soundproof

fabric rooflining. Weight is

approximately 50 pounds.

Part no. 987 563 005 00

Exterior mirror lower trim in Aluminum-Look

Side strips with model designation

Cabriolet hardtop

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Wheels

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A performance statement

that is clearly seen. And felt.

We certainly couldn’t develop our

wheels with less dedication than

has been given to the car itself.

The wheel was invented around

6,000 years ago, but developing

it to perfection has taken until

more recent times. The wheels

in the Porsche Tequipment range

deliver excellent performance and

an extremely comfortable ride.

They also lend an extremely

dynamic appearance to

your Boxster.

19-inch Carrera Sport wheels

with summer performance tires

This classic 10-spoke alloy design

has wider dimensions at the front

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and rear (8.5 and 10 inches,

respectively) for a larger contact

patch. As well as enhancing the

car’s presence on the road, this

provides better traction, grip and

driving dynamics. The visual effect

is further augmented by the center

spokes in GT Silver Metallic, and

a high-gloss polished outer rim.

19-inch Turbo wheels with

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summer performance or

winter tires

A forged aluminum alloy design

optimizes this lightweight 5-spoke

wheel’s strength and weight. The

distinctive two-tone paint finish

further accentuates this modern,

performance-oriented styling.

19-inch Carrera Sport wheels with summer performance tires

19-inch Turbo wheels with summer performance tires

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19-inch SportDesign wheels with summer performance tires

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19-inch SportDesign wheels

with summer performance tires

Sporting a multispoke design

that recalls the lattice-effect

wheels of our 956 Le Mans

prototypes, this 19-inch wheel

celebrates the beauty of wire

wheels used in the golden age

of sports-car racing. Like every

SportDesign wheel, it’s rendered

in modern materials and sizes.

19-inch SportDesign wheels

in black high-gloss finish with

summer performance tires

An eyecatching black high-gloss

finish lends this classic racing

design a dynamic flair. The black

wheel centers call attention to the

colored Porsche Crest adorning

each 19-inch wheel.

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19-inch Carrera S II wheels

with summer performance

or winter tires

True rolling technology, the 5-

spoke, 19-inch Carrera S II wheel

evokes the purposeful shapes of

pure racing wheels. Five intricate,

aerodynamic spokes project an

authentic sense of functionality.

19-inch Carrera Classic wheels

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with summer performance tires

A modern interpretation of the

classic Porsche 5-spoke motif,

this wheel echoes themes drawn

from our Carrera GT supercar,

with an open design that reveals

(and cools) the brake calipers

and rotors.

19-inch SportDesign wheels in black high-gloss finish with summer performance tires

19-inch Carrera Classic wheels with summer performance tires

19-inch Carrera S II wheels with summer performance tires

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18-inch Boxster S II wheels with summer performance or winter tires

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18-inch Boxster S II wheels

with summer performance or

winter tires

In summer or winter, these 18-

inch wheels with five closed twin

spokes are a perfect fit for the

sporting nature of the Boxster.

18-inch Cayman S II wheels

with summer performance or

winter tires

When fitted with winter tires,

these one-piece 5-spoke alloy

wheels ensure excellent traction

in adverse weather conditions.

17-inch Boxster III wheels

with winter tires

This one-piece alloy wheel

features a striking design

comprised of five dual-arm

spokes. Provides excellent

cold-weather traction in

conjunction with winter tires.

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17-inch Cayman II wheels

with winter tires

The alluring new design of

these 5-spoke wheels offers

equally alluring traction, even at

low temperatures, when fitted

with winter tires.

See pages 14 and 15 for wheel and
tire specifications.

18-inch Cayman S II wheels with summer performance or winter tires

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17-inch Boxster III wheels with winter tires

17-inch Cayman II wheels with winter tires

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Wheel/tire set Wheel dimensions

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[offset (ET) in mm]

Tire specifications

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without TPMS/

with TPMS

19-inch Carrera Sport

wheels with summer

performance tires

19-inch Turbo wheels with

summer performance tires

19-inch SportDesign

wheels with summer

performance tires

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19-inch SportDesign

wheels in black high-gloss

finish with summer

performance tires

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19-inch Carrera Classic

wheels with summer

performance tires

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Front: 8.5J x 19 ET 55

235/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Rear: 10J x 19 ET 42

265/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Front: 8J x 19 ET 57

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235/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Rear: 9.5J x 19 ET 46

265/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Front: 8J x 19 ET 57

235/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Rear: 9.5J x 19 ET 46

265/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Front: 8J x 19 ET 57

235/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Rear: 9.5J x 19 ET 46

265/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Front: 8J x 19 ET 57

235/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Rear: 9.5J x 19 ET 46

265/35 ZR 19 (Y)

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19-inch CarreraSIIwheels

with summer performance

or winter tires

Note on the use of winter tires:
At temperatures below approximately 45° F (7° C), summer tires no longer offer optimal grip.
Porsche recommends the use of winter tires in this temperature range. All winter tires approved
by Porsche are identified by an “N” designation on the sidewall.

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Front: 8J x 19 ET 57

235/35 ZR 19 (Y)

Rear: 9.5J x 19 ET 46

265/35 ZR 19 (Y)

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