Porsche 911 2005-2012

The Porsche 911 of the 2005-2012 generation, often referred to as the 997, continued the legacy of this iconic sports car with several notable improvements. This generation featured a more refined and muscular design, with pronounced wheel arches and distinctive headlights. The 997 offered various models, including Carrera, Carrera S, Turbo, GT3, and GT2, catering to different performance preferences.

Inside, the 911 featured a driver-centric cockpit with premium materials and modern amenities, emphasizing comfort and sportiness. The 997 marked a return to water-cooled engines, improving performance and efficiency. Notably, the 997 Turbo and GT2 models delivered astonishing power and acceleration, making them some of the fastest production 911s ever. This generation further solidified the 911's reputation as a sports car that could excel on both the road and the track, combining precise handling with impressive straight-line speed. The 2005-2012 Porsche 911 remains a highly regarded and sought-after sports car among enthusiasts, offering a well-balanced blend of performance and everyday usability.

Porsche 911 specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Chassis

• Type: 997

Engine 3.4L 6-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-40
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 37FT-LBS
• Oil capacity: 7.9 qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 3.4L 6-Cylinder: 0.040”

Engine 3.6L 6-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-40
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 37FT-LBS
• Oil capacity: 7.9 qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 3.6L 6-Cylinder: 0.044”

Engine 3.8L 6-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-40
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 37FT-LBS
• Oil capacity: 7.9 qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 3.8L 6-Cylinder: 0.040”

Engine 4.0L 6-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-40

Fuel

• Capacity: 
  • 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera S: approx. 16.9 U.S.gallons (64 liters)

Windshield washer

• Capacity:  approx. 6.3 quarts (6.0 liters)

Powertrain

Engine

• 3.6 L naturally aspirated/twin-turbocharged Flat-6
• 3.8 L naturally aspirated/twin-turbocharged Flat-6
• 4.0 L naturally aspirated Flat-6

Transmission

• 5-speed automatic
• 6-speed manual
• 7-speed ZF 7DT-series PDK

Fuel Consumption

Front Lights

• Low Beam Light Bulb: D1S
• High Beam Light Bulb:
  • H9 (Halogen Headlights)
  • H11 (HID Headlights)
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 2825
  • 98
• Side Marker Light Bulb: 2825
• Outer Turn Signal Light Bulb: 2827
• Inner Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7507

Rear Lights

• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• License Plate Light Bulb: 6418
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 2825
  • 98
• Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7507
• Back-Up Reverse Light Bulb: 7506
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7225
  • 7528
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7528
  • 7225

Interior Lights

• Trunk or Cargo Area Light:
  • 6411
  • 6428
• Dome Light Bulb
  • 6411
  • 6428
• Map Light Bulb: 2886X
• Engine Compartment Light Bulb:
  • 6411X
  • 6428
• Courtesy Light Bulb:
  • 2825
  • 98