Engine Coolant for a 2006 Boxster?

[Westcoaster]

Just noticed that in the reservoir tank the level is just above the minimum mark.

What kind of antifreeze is recommended by Porsche and how much does it take to fill it from min to max?

the local dealer is of course closed, can this wait unitl I get to the next dealer... ?

[macsak]

just add distilled water

aloha

steve

Just noticed that in the reservoir tank the level is just above the minimum mark.

What kind of antifreeze is recommended by Porsche and how much does it take to fill it from min to max?

the local dealer is of course closed, can this wait unitl I get to the next dealer... ?

[Westcoaster]

just add distilled water

aloha

steve

Just noticed that in the reservoir tank the level is just above the minimum mark.

What kind of antifreeze is recommended by Porsche and how much does it take to fill it from min to max?

the local dealer is of course closed, can this wait unitl I get to the next dealer... ?

thanks Steve, I was going to do just that until I checked the manual and it said, "add a mixture of coolant/water", otherwise, you need to adjust the mixture latter...

[Orient Express]

For the amount you need to add to top off the expansion tank, just add some distilled water. The mixture of coolant to water will be just fine. Enjoy Parade.

[neil.c]

If it is above the minimum mark you should leave it alone

[Westcoaster]

Well, you know me by now, I can't leave anyting alone! ;-)

I had a planned stop at Sunset Porsche to see Jeff and pick up front and rear trunk liners, which by the way are a great idea. The front is more of a tote, but does protect the lower 1/2 of the compartmnt and is sturdy enough to be removable even when filled with stuff. The rear one is just a liner and covers the entire floor even behind the tail lights. Very good idea for those that "use" their Porsche!

Any way, back to the coolant, while I was at Sunset I mentioned it to the service advisor, he came out with some coolant and topped up the reserviour for me, no charge (great service). He did mention that there would not likely be a problem and the OBC would warm me if there was.

But now I was good to go, confident that the coolant was now full and the Tijon Pass would not present a problem, BTW the outside was 100 degrees and even pushing up to the summit at 80+ mph the engine temperature never moved at all!

Onward to Parade in San Diego!

Edited July 1, 2007 by Westcoaster