Cayenne (9PA) V6-3.2L (2006)
Checking oil pressure
WARNING Engine oil is toxic.
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Danger of poisoning!
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Do not consume food or drink while working (danger of mixing).
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If swallowed, observe the warning information on the containers, contact a doctor if necessary and show the information on the
containers.
WARNING Danger of scalding from hot oil!
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Engine oil and components of the oil circuit can become very hot!
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Allow engine and components to cool down.
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Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.
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Wear suitable protective clothing.
WARNING Oil is combustible!
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Risk of fire due to oil and hot components (exhaust manifold, etc.)
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Do not pour engine oil over very hot components (e.g. turbocharger).
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Never place cloths soaked with oil on hot engine components.
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In case of fire, use CO2 or dry powder fire extinguishers.
Note:
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The oil pressure may be too low for a number of reasons:
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Oil is diluted.
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Oil pump is faulty.
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Bearing clearance is too large (e.g. crankshaft bearing).
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Oil level is too low.
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Oil pressure regulating valve is faulty.
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Incorrect oil has been used. Use only oil that has been approved by Porsche for the measurement.
Note: The oil pressure switch is located in the oil filter housing engine support arm.
Note: When the oil pressure switch is unscrewed, approx. 0.3 liters of engine oil escapes.