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Bulletin #: 2130
Part ID: 0X00
Advanced Technical Information
(Hazardous and Non-Hazardous) Fluid Analysis Program (USA Only)
Vehicles Affected
Models
Model Year
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VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
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Revision History
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November 29, 2021
Original document
This bulletin replaces bulletin ATI Group 0 1301, dated April 15, 2013.
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Non-Hazardous Fluid Analysis Program
Information
Before sample collection, it is necessary to distinguish between ‘hazardous’ and ‘non-hazardous’ relative to the
substance for which analysis is sought. ‘Hazardous’ refers to fuel and other highly flammable contents while nonhazardous refers to less volatile fluids collected in a designated 4 oz. receptacle provided by Southwest Research
Institute (SwRI), only. Fuel (hazardous) collection uses different, larger collection kits provided by PCNA, only.
If ‘non-hazardous’ collection is appropriate for the analysis required, please contact SwRI through the contact
SwRI Contact:
Janet L.S. Barker
Principal Scientist, Lubricant Performance Trend
Analysis
Petroleum Products Research Department, Southwest Research Institute
6220 Culebra Road – Bldg 171
San Antonio, Texas 78238-5166
Phone – (210) 522-6924
Cell – (210) 887-1236
Fax – (210) 522-4544
[email protected]
To ensure expedient delivery of the 4 oz. collection
kits, please include the following information with
the order:
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Dealer Name and Dealer Number
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Dealer Address
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Contact Person and Phone Number at Dealer
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Number of Kits required (max. of 5 per order)
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Sample Kit
The sample kit includes a 4 oz. sample bottle and cap, customized sample
bottle label, and a shipping box with a paid postage label. The respective
Porsche Service Department is responsible for requesting and stocking
these sample kits. PCNA provides the kits at no cost.
Figure 1 - SwRI 4 oz. Sample Kit
Sample Collection
It is essential to collect a full, 4 oz. sample each time, and to eliminate potential contamination during the sample
retrieval process. Collect the samples as the fluid drains or otherwise pulls from the vehicle system. When possible,		
it is also best to retrieve the sample while warm or immediately after the fluid circulates in the system. This will help
ensure that any particles or debris present during operation also exist in the sample.
Never collect or extract samples from a container using a device already contaminated with another material or
substance. Samples of hygroscopic fluids such as hydraulic brake fluid may absorb enough moisture to compromise
the analysis if exposed to the open air for more than 30 min. If samples are inadvertently contaminated, please
include a comment noting this and any other discrepancy on the sample label. PCNA is NOT responsible for
samples submitted to SwRI for analysis without authorization provided upon request to engineeringreview@
porsche.us.
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Sample Label Information
It is vital to include as much of the information as possible upon completing sample label (see example on page 1). 		
All written information must be clear and legible. The written characters S & 5, U & V and 4 & 9 are easily confused if
not written legibly (see Figure 2). ALWAYS provide the full 17-digit VIN.
Figure 2 - Sample Bottle Label
Shipping
SwRI will inform PCNA upon receipt of the sample(s). Enclose the bottle in the shipping box and seal with shipping
tape. Apply the postage paid shipping label provided in the kit and drop into US Mail.
Figure 3 - Vinyl Tape Applied
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Hazardous Fluid Analysis Program
Information
‘Hazardous’ refers to fuel and other highly flammable contents. Fuel (hazardous) collection uses different, larger
collection kits provided by PCNA, only. Upon identification of a need for hazardous collection and analysis, e.g. FTM,
Technical Support Hotline or a technical bulletin, please contact [email protected] to initiate an
expedited shipment of the hazardous collection kit to the respective dealer’s service center.
Sample Kit
The sample kit for hazardous fluids includes a sample bottle and cap, and a shipping box with room for four bottles.
The hazardous fluid collection kit also comes with a warning sticker to indicate flammable contents as well as
which side of the box should be facing up. PCNA will ship a fuel sample kit overnight. Collect sample in accordance
with the enclosed kit instruction. Depending on the hazmat shipping status, the dealer or SWRI will be responsible
for transport.
Figure 4 - Fuel sample bottle and stickers
Sample Label Information
It is essential to always include as much information as possible. All written information must be clear and legible.
The written characters S & 5, U & V and 4 & 9 are easily confused if not written legibly. The envelope in the box
provides further instruction.
ALWAYS provide the full 17-digit VIN (if applicable); the collection date and time; grade of fuel; fuel pump location;
as well an additional, pertinent information helpful to characterize the sample(s) on the labels provided.
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Shipping
Please follow the instruction provided in the documentation within the sample collection kit, which requires to the
collector to:
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Do NOT use containers without a barcode tag
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Do NOT overfill the containers, collect no more than 0.25 gallons in a container
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Insert the polyethylene plug and test the plug for leaks by laying the bottle on its side. When no leaks are
present, screw on the white plastic cap.
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Wipe the exterior of the container clean before placing the container in the box.
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DO NOT GET ANY FUEL ON THE BOX
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All four containers must be in the box.
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Do NOT seal the box. (The contractor/shipper is required to examine the contents to ensure readiness for air
shipment.)
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Please consult the enclosed kit instruction for full instruction details
SwRI notifies PCNA upon sample receipt. PCNA is NOT responsible for samples submitted to SwRI for analysis
without authorization provided upon request to [email protected].
Important Notice: Technical Bulletins issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. are intended only for use by professional automotive technicians who have attended Porsche service training courses. They are
written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur on some Porsche vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper servicing of a vehicle. Porsche special tools may be necessary in
order to perform certain operations identified in these bulletins. Use of tools and procedures other than those Porsche recommends in these bulletins may be detrimental to the safe operation of your vehicle, and
may endanger the people working on it. Properly trained Porsche technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do the job properly and safely. Part numbers listed in these bulletins
are for reference only. The work procedures updated electronically in the Porsche PIWIS diagnostic and testing device take precedence and, in the event of a discrepancy, the work procedures in the PIWIS Tester
are the ones that must be followed.
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