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Porsche Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

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Tires older than 6 years are to be replaced.

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Always replace valve stems.

Tire Sizes:

Approved Winter Tire and Wheel Sizes

Caution!

Risk of surface damage if the tires/valves are not mounted according to regulations, and/or if the wheel surface is not cleaned/cared for correctly.

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Carry out tire removal and mounting with a bead holding-down device only.

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Use a leather pad on the rim flange to support the valve insertion tool. Use only the Porsche centering clamping set for balancing.

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Do not clean the wheels with brushes (speak to car wash operator).

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Deep scratches in the surface coating of the wheel cannot be repaired by polishing.

Wheels:

Overview of Porsche Wheels for Winter Tires

Snow Chains:

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