TECHNICAL LIBRARY Tracking your car and the M96 Engine · Check that brake

TECHNICAL LIBRARY Tracking your car and the M96 Engine Check that brake lights are functional. Change your oil before going to the track and set the oil level between the lowest mark and middle – do not overfill. Make sure to use a 5w40 rather than 0w40 and if under warranty, use of a Porsche approved A40 oil is advised. Check for leaks. Oil, fuel, power steering, brake fluid, or coolant leaks are a big no-no. A leaky water pump is a bad water pump. Check drive belt. A cracked belt could go on the track can quickly cause an engine to overheat. Check power steering for signs of leaking or damage from overheating. Battery should be properly secured and battery terminals covered with no signs of leaks or corrosion. Brake fluid should be flushed before every event with fresh DOT 4 rated brake fluid with higher than factory boiling point (both wet and dry). Your pedal feel will be greatly improved. If your brake pedal is not firm, it is time to flush the brakes or replace your master cylinder. Brake pads should have at least 50% pad thickness. Check for cracks and especially cross linking of holes or cracks that appear around the hub or bridge cooling vanes. Consider track day pads for better braking perfor- mance. Suspension and wheel bearings. These items should be inspected regularly by a professional. Even if you like to do your own maintenance, it’s good to have someone check over your work for your safety and that of others you are on the track with. Many components can be upgraded with factory GT3 parts or aftermarket components from companies like Tarett Engineering. Tires. Check for cracks, cuts, cords, or blisters. N-spec tires that are ZR rated are recommended. TIP: Print this page and use as a checklist during your track event. This instruction manual or bulletin is not intended to be substituted for proper judgement, or common sense. Always refer to the factory manual or to the information supplied by the manufacturer with your product for detailed assembly or installation instructions. All logos and trademarks used for product identification purposes only. Porsche ® 911® ,Boxster®, Cayman® are registered trademarks of Dr. Ing. H.c. F. Porsche AG. LNEngineering LLC | 125 Gladiolus St | PO Box 401 | Momence IL 60954 Web: http://www.LNengineering.com | Email: info@LNengineering.com | Phone (815) 472-2939 | Fax (413) 280-9041