Owners Manual Cayman PCNA
Owners Manual Cayman PCNA
Owners Manual Cayman PCNA
Cayman, Cayman S
Owner’s Manual
WKD 987 621 10 5/09 Orientation guides in the
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Owner’s Manual
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Manual.
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Section Contents
There is a summary of topics with the corre-
sponding page numbers at the beginning of each
main chapter.
Index
There is a detailed, alphabetical index at the end
of this Owner’s Manual.
1
Dear Owner, A separate Maintenance Booklet explains how Warning!
you can keep your Porsche in top driving condition
Any alteration or misuse of the vehicle can
We would like to thank you for your purchase of a by having it serviced regularly.
lead to accidents and severe or fatal
Porsche Sports car. A separate Warranty and Customer Informa-
personal injuries.
tion Booklet contains detailed information about
Judging by the car you have chosen, you are a mo- Any alteration of the vehicle may negate or
the warranties covering your Porsche.
torist of a special breed, and you are probably no interfere with those safety features built into
novice when it comes to automobiles. the vehicle. Modifications may be carried out
For U.S. only:
on your vehicle only if approved by Porsche.
Remember however, as with any vehicle, you If you believe that your vehicle has a fault which Your Porsche is intended to be used in a safe
should take time to familiarize yourself with your could cause a crash, injury or death, you should manner obeying the local laws and in the
Porsche and its performance characteristics. Al- immediately inform the National Highway Traffic light of driving conditions faced by you, and
ways drive within your own unique capabilities as Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to noti- in accordance with the instructions provided
a driver and your level of experience with your fying Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche in this Owner’s Manual.
Porsche. Ensure that anyone else driving your Cars N.A.).
Porsche does the same. To prevent or minimize in- f Do not misuse your Porsche by ignoring those
jury, always use your safety belts. Never consume If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open laws and driving conditions, or by ignoring the
alcohol or drugs before or during the operation of an investigation, and if it finds that a safety prob- instructions in this manual.
your vehicle. lem exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a re-
call and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA can-
This Owner’s Manual contains a host of useful in- not become involved in individual problems be- Caution!
formation. Please take the time to read this manu- tween you and your dealer, or Porsche Cars N.A..
al before you drive your new Porsche. Become fa- The fitting of racing tires (e.g. slicks) for
miliar with the operation of your Porsche car for To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety sporting events is not approved by Porsche.
maximum safety and operating pleasure. The bet- Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800- Very high cornering speeds can be achieved
ter you know your Porsche, the more pleasure you 424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or with racing tires. However, the resulting
will experience driving your new car. write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh transverse acceleration values would jeopar-
Always keep your Owner’s Manual in the car, and Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. dize the adequate supply of oil to the engine.
give it to the new owner if you ever sell your You can also obtain other information about motor Porsche therefore will not accept any
Porsche. vehicle safety from http://www.savercar.gov. warranty or accept any liability for damage
occurring as a result of non-compliance with
Your car has thousands of parts and components this provision.
which have been designed and manufactured in
accordance with Porsche’s high standards of f Do not fit racing tires (e.g. slicks) for sporting
engineering quality and safety. events on your vehicle.
2
Regularly check your vehicle for signs of Warning! Note to owners
damage.
For your own protection and longer service life of
Damaged or missing aerodynamic compo- In Canada, this manual is also available in French.
your car, please follow all operating instructions
nents such as spoilers or underside panels To obtain a copy contact your dealer or write to:
and special warnings. These special warnings use
affect the driving behavior and therefore
the safety alert symbol, followed by the words
must be replaced immediately. Note aux proprietaires
Danger, Warning and Caution. These special
Your car may have all or some of the components warnings contain important messages regarding
described in this manual. your safety and/or the potential for damage to Au Canada on peut se procurer un exemplaire de
Should you have difficulty understanding any of your Porsche. Ignoring them could result in seri- ce Manuel en français auprès du concessionaire
the explanations of features or equipment installed ous mechanical failure, serious personal injury or ou du:
in your vehicle, contact your authorized Porsche death. Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd.
dealer. He/She will be glad to assist you. Also Automobiles Porsche Canada, LTEE
check with your dealer on other available options f Do not alter your Porsche. Any alteration could
or equipment. create dangerous conditions or defeat safety 5925 Airport Road
engineering features built into your car. Suite 420
Throughout this booklet, left is designated as the
driver’s side of the vehicle, and right as the pas- f Do not misuse your Porsche. Use it safely, and Mississauga, Ontario
senger’s side of the vehicle. consistently with the law, according to the driv- Canada L4V 1W1
ing conditions, and the instructions in this man- Telephone number for customer assistance:
Text, illustrations and specifications in this manual
ual. 1-800-PORSCHE / Option 3
are based on the information available at the time
of printing. Alteration or misuse of your Porsche could
It has always been Porsche’s policy to continuous- cause accidents and serious personal injury
ly improve its products. Porsche, therefore, re- or death.
serves the right to make changes in design and
specification, and to make additions or improve-
ments in its product without incurring any obliga-
tion to install them on products previously manu-
factured.
We wish you many miles of safe and pleasurable
driving in your Porsche.
3
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake Setting and operating vehicle Portable Fuel Containers
(PCCB) components when driving
Danger!
f Please see the chapter “BRAKES” on Page 56.
Warning! Portable fuel containers may leak, whether
The high-performance brake system is designed they are full or partially empty. Fuel leaking
There is a danger of accident if you set or op-
for optimal braking effect at all speeds and from a portable container carried in your ve-
erate the on-board computer, radio, naviga-
temperatures. hicle could, in case of an accident, cause a
tion system, telephone or other equipment
Certain speeds, braking forces and ambient fire or explosion, resulting in serious person-
when driving.
conditions (such as temperature and humidity) al injury or death.
This could distract you from the traffic and
therefore might cause brake noises.
cause you to lose control of the vehicle re- f Never carry additional fuel in portable contain-
Wear on the different components and braking sulting in serious personal injury or death. ers in your vehicle.
system, such as brake pads and brake discs,
f Operate the components while driving only if
depends to a great extent on the individual driving
style and the conditions of use and therefore
the traffic situation allows you to do so safely. Ground Clearance
cannot be expressed in actual miles on the road. f Carry out any complicated operating or setting
procedures only with the vehicle stationary. Caution!
The values communicated by Porsche are based
Risk of damage. The vehicle may touch the
on normal operation adapted to traffic. Wear
ground as a result of reduced ground clear-
increases considerably when the vehicle is driven
ance.
on race tracks or through an aggressive driving
style. f Drive carefully and slowly on steep slopes (e.g.
parking lots, curbs, uneven roads, lifting plat-
f Please consult an authorized Porsche dealer
forms etc.).
about the current guidelines in effect before
such use of your vehicle. f Avoid steep ramps.
4
Engine Exhaust Hot Exhaust Pipes
Danger! Warning!
Engine exhaust is dangerous if inhaled. Risk of burn injury when standing near or
Engine exhaust fumes have many compo- coming into contact with the exhaust pipe.
nents which you can smell. They also contain The exhaust pipe is hot when the vehicle is running
carbon monoxide (CO), which is a colorless and remains hot for some time after the vehicle is
and odorless gas. turned off.
Carbon monoxide can cause unconscious-
ness and even death if inhaled. f To prevent injury, make a point of noting where
your vehicle’s exhaust pipe is, avoid placing
f Never start or let the engine run in an en- your legs near the exhaust pipe, and closely
closed, unventilated area. supervise children around the vehicle when the
It is not recommended to sit in your car for pro- exhaust pipe could be hot.
longed periods with the engine on and the car A hot exhaust pipe can cause serious burns.
not moving.
Warning!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and cer-
tain vehicle components contain or emit chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause can-
cer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm.
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Table of Contents
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)...... 4 Sun Visors ...................................................41 Fire Extinguisher ......................................... 85
Setting and operating vehicle components Safety Belts .................................................42 Automatic Speed Control ............................. 86
when driving .................................................. 4 Airbag Systems ...........................................44 Cupholder ................................................... 88
Portable Fuel Containers ................................ 4 Child Restraint Systems ................................50 Ashtray ....................................................... 89
Ground Clearance .......................................... 4 LATCH System Cigarette Lighter ......................................... 90
Engine Exhaust .............................................. 5 Child seat bracket on the passenger’s seat ....53 Storage in the Passenger Compartment ........ 91
Child Restraint Anchorage .............................54 Front Luggage Compartment Lid .................. 93
Before driving off................................. 8 Sports Exhaust System ................................55 Front Luggage Compartment ....................... 94
Parking Brake ..............................................55 Rear Lid ..................................................... 95
Before driving off... ........................................ 8 Brakes .......................................................56 Rear luggage compartment .......................... 96
Break in hints for the first ABS Brake System (Antilock Brake System) ...59 Trunk Entrapment ..................................... 100
2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers...................... 10 Clutch Pedal ................................................60 Porsche Communication Management (PCM) 101
Sport Mode .................................................61 Car Telephone and Aftermarket Alarms ...... 103
Operation, Safety............................... 13 Porsche Stability Management (PSM) .............63 iPod, USB and AUX .................................... 104
Keys .......................................................... 15 Porsche Active Suspension Management ............ Roof Transport System .............................. 105
Security Wheel Bolts .................................... 15 (PASM) ........................................................66 HomeLink ................................................. 106
Doors ......................................................... 18 Rear Spoiler ...............................................67
Central Locking in Cars without Alarm System 19 Fixed rear spoiler .........................................68 Automatic Air Conditioning System,
Central Locking in Cars with Alarm System ... 21 Interior lights ...............................................69 Heated Rear Window/
Alarm System, Parking Aids ...............................................70
Ignition/Starter Switch with
Door Mirror Heating......................... 109
Passenger Compartment Monitoring ............. 25
Power Windows ........................................... 27 anti-theft Steering Lock .................................72 Air conditioning ......................................... 110
Mirrors ........................................................ 29 Starting Procedures .....................................75 Automatic Air Conditioning System ............. 113
Rear Window Defogger, Door Mirror Heating .. 31 Stopping Engine ..........................................76 Central and Side Vents .............................. 116
Seat Adjustment and Head Restraints ............ 32 Emergency Flasher Switch ............................77 Fresh-air Intake ......................................... 116
Seat Memory ............................................... 35 Light Switch on Vehicles Heated Rear Window/
Heated Seats .............................................. 37 with Bi-Xenon Headlights ...............................78 Door Mirror Heating................................... 117
Seat Ventilation ............................................ 38 Light Switch on Vehicles
Steering Wheel Adjustment ........................... 38 with Halogen Headlights ...............................80 Instruments, On-Board Computer,
Steering Wheel Heating ................................ 39 Turn Signal / Headlight Dimmer /Parking light / Warnings ........................................ 119
Multi-Functional Steering Wheel ..................... 40 Flasher Lever ...............................................81
Windshield Wiper/ Washer Lever ...................82 Instrument Panel USA Models ..................... 120
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Instrument Panel Canada Models ................. 122 Maintenance, Car Care .................... 185 Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform
Automatic Speed Control Indicator light ....... 124 or Garage Lift ........................................... 232
Instrument Illumination ................................ 124 Exercise Extreme Caution when Working Spacers ................................................... 233
Trip Odometer ........................................... 125 on your Vehicle ..........................................186 Electrical System ..................................... 235
Speedometer ............................................ 126 Coolant Level .............................................187 Battery .................................................... 239
Changing over between Miles / Kilometers .. 126 Engine Oil .................................................188 Replacing the remote-control battery ......... 244
Tachometer ............................................... 127 Engine Oil Level ........................................189 Emergency Starting with Jumper Cables ..... 245
Turn Signal Indicator Light .......................... 127 Engine Oil Recommendation ........................190 Bulb chart ................................................. 247
High Beam Indicator Light ........................... 127 Brake Fluid Level ........................................192 Lights, Replacing Bulbs ............................. 247
Gear Shift Indicator Fuel Economy ............................................194 Headlights ................................................ 248
(in vehicles with manual transmission) .......... 127 Operating your Porsche in other Countries ...194 Number Plate Light .................................... 256
Cooling System .........................................128 Fuel Recommendations ..............................196 Changing Light-Emitting Diodes and
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ................... 129 Portable Fuel Containers ............................197 Long-Life Bulbs ......................................... 256
Fuel .......................................................... 130 Fuel Evaporation Control ............................ 197 Adjusting Headlights .................................. 257
Clock ........................................................ 131 Emission Control System ............................198 Towing ..................................................... 259
Outside Temperature ................................. 131 How Emission Control Works ......................199
Washer Fluid ..............................................200
Check Engine (Emission Control) ................. 133
Power Steering ...........................................201
Vehicle Identification,
On-Board Computer (BC) ............................ 134 Technical Data ................................ 263
Warnings on the instrument panel and Air Filter ....................................................201
the on-board computer ............................... 166 Combination Filter ......................................201 Vehicle Identification .................................. 264
Fluids/Oils for Manual Transmission Technical Data .......................................... 266
and Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) .............201 Tire Pressure for Cold Tires ...................... 267
Wiper Blades ............................................202 Tires, Rims, Tracks .................................. 268
Shifting Gears.................................. 175 Car Care Instructions ................................203 Driving Performance .................................. 270
Manual Transmission, Clutch....................... 176 Capacities ................................................ 271
Drive-Off Assistant ..................................... 177 Practical Tips, Emergency Service.... 211 Weights ................................................... 272
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ................... 178 Dimensions .............................................. 272
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working
on your Vehicle .........................................212 Diagrams ................................................. 273
Tires/Wheels ............................................213
Loading Information ...................................224
Wheel Bolts ..............................................226
Changing a wheel .......................................227
Flat Tire .....................................................229
Table of Contents 7
Dear Porsche Owner Before driving off... f If a child will be riding in the vehicle, check
child seat/child seat restraint system to ensure
A lot has gone into the manufacture of your that restraints are properly adjusted.
Porsche, including advanced engineering, rigid Check the following items first
f Child restraint systems will not fit into the
quality control and demanding inspections.
f Turn the engine off before you attempt any Sports bucket seat.
These engineering and safety features will be
checks or repairs on the vehicle. Do not install a child restraint system in the
enhanced by you...
Sports bucket seat.
f Be sure the tires are inflated correctly.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be equipped
the safe driver... Check tires for damage and tire wear.
with the LATCH system and thus the airbag
f See that wheel bolts are properly tightened system cannot be manually deactivated.
– who knows his/her car and all controls, and not loose or missing.
f Check all exterior and interior lights for opera-
– who maintains the vehicle properly, f Check engine oil level, add if necessary. tion and that the lenses are clean.
Make it a habit to have engine oil checked with
– who uses driving skills wisely and always f Check the headlights for proper aim, and if
drives within her/his own capabilities and the every fuel filling.
necessary, have them adjusted.
level of familiarity with the vehicle. f Check all fluid levels such as windshield
f Check under the vehicle for leaks.
You will find helpful hints in this manual on how to washer and brake fluid levels.
f Be sure all luggage is stowed securely.
perform most of the checks listed on the following f Be sure the vehicle battery is well charged and
pages. cranks the engine properly.
If in doubt, have these checks performed by your Emergency equipment
authorized Porsche dealer. f Check all doors and lids for proper operation
and latch them properly. It is good practice to carry emergency equipment
f Check, and if necessary replace worn or in your vehicle.
cracked wiper blades. Some of the items you should have are:
window scraper, snow brush, container or bag of
f See that all windows are clear and unob- sand or salt, emergency light, small shovel, first-
structed. aid kit, etc.
f Check air intake slots and area between lug-
gage compartment lid and windshield. Ensure
that these areas are free of snow and ice, so
the heater and the windshield wipers work
properly.
Operation, Safety 13
Never invite car theft! Warning! To protect your vehicle and your possessions
from theft, you should always proceed as
Risk of a serious accident.
An unlocked car with the key in the ignition lock follows when leaving your vehicle:
The steering column will lock when you re-
invites car theft.
move the key while you are driving or as the f Close windows.
A steering wheel lock and a gong alarm are car is rolling to a stop. You will not be able to
f Lock glove compartment.
standard equipment in your Porsche. steer the car.
The gong alarm will sound if you open the driver’s Serious personal injury or death could result f Remove ignition key.
door while the key is still in the ignition lock. It is from loss of control of the vehicle.
f Close storage tray between the seats.
your reminder to pull the key out of the ignition
f Never remove the key from the steering lock
lock and to lock the doors. f Remove valuables (e.g. car documents, cell
while you are driving.
phones, house keys) from the car.
Warning! f Lock doors.
Any uncontrolled movement of the vehicle
may result in property damage, serious per-
sonal injury or death.
Never leave your vehicle unattended with the
key in the ignition lock, especially if children
and/or pets are left unattended in the vehi-
cle. They can operate power windows and
other controls. If the engine is left running,
they may accidentally engage the shift lever.
Serious personal injury or death could result
from loss of control of the vehicle.
f Always remove the ignition key.
f Always set the parking brake.
f Lock the doors with the remote control.
14 Operation, Safety
Keys Replacement keys Immobilizer
f Please see the chapter “ALARM SYSTEM, PAS- Replacement car keys can be obtained only from There is a transponder (an electronic component)
SENGER COMPARTMENT MONITORING” on your authorized Porsche dealer, and this can in the key grip, containing a stored code.
Page 25. sometimes be very time-consuming. When the ignition is switched on, the ignition lock
You should therefore always keep a spare key on checks the code.
f Please see the chapter “CENTRAL LOCKING IN
your person. The immobilizer can be deactivated and the en-
CARS WITHOUT ALARM SYSTEM” on Page 19.
Keep it in a safe place (e.g. wallet), but under no gine started only using an authorized ignition key.
f Please see the chapter “CENTRAL LOCKING IN circumstances in or on the vehicle.
CARS WITH ALARM SYSTEM” on Page 21. Switching off the immobilizer
The key codes of new keys have to be “reported”
Two car keys are supplied with your Porsche. to the car control unit by your authorized Porsche f Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock.
These keys operate all the locks on your vehicle. dealer. If the ignition is left on for more than 2 minutes
f Be careful with your car keys: do not part with A total of 6 car keys can be reported to the control without the engine being started, the immobilizer
them except under exceptional circumstances. unit. is switched on again.
f To avoid battery run-down, always remove the f If this happens, turn the ignition key back to
Disabling key codes
ignition key from the ignition lock. position 3 (ignition off) before starting the
If a key is lost, the key codes can be disabled by engine. The immobilizer is switched off again,
an authorized Porsche dealer. and the engine can be started.
Emergency operation All the remaining car keys are required for this pur-
f Please see the chapter “IGNITION/STARTER
f Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY OPERA- pose.
SWITCH WITH ANTI-THEFT STEERING LOCK”
TION – PULLING OUT THE IGNITION KEY” on Disabling the code ensures that the car can be
on Page 72.
Page 74. started only using authorized keys.
Switching on the immobilizer
Note
f Remove ignition key.
f Please note that the other locks can still be
opened with the disabled key.
Security Wheel Bolts
f If wheels have to be removed during a work-
shop visit, do not forget to hand over the sock-
et for the security wheel bolts along with the
car key.
Operation, Safety 15
Key with Radio Remote Control Unlocking front luggage compartment lid
f Press button 2 for approx. two seconds.
Unlocking the vehicle
f Press button 1. Unlocking rear lid
f Press button 3 for approx. two seconds.
Locking the vehicle
If the vehicle was locked, it is unlocked simultane-
f Press button 1. ously with the luggage compartment.
In vehicles with seat memory the stored seat and
Switching off the alarm system if it is door mirror positions are automatically set.
triggered accidentally The vehicle will be locked again approx.
f Press button 1. 80 seconds after the luggage compartment is
closed if none of the doors was opened.
Note
Your authorized Porsche dealer can program fur-
1- Central locking button ther types of unlocking.
2- Front luggage compartment lid button
3- Rear lid button Type 1
4- Light-emitting diode
The relocking time of the doors can be adjusted to
suit your individual requirements:
10 - 100 seconds.
Type 2
The doors stay locked when the luggage compart-
ment is unlocked.
16 Operation, Safety
Malfunction of the remote control The remote-control standby function Operational readiness of the remote
switches off after 7 days control interrupted
The remote control may not function correctly due
to local radio wave interference. The vehicle will If the vehicle is not started or unlocked with the re- Encoded data is transmitted to the vehicle each
then not lock properly. mote control within 7 days, the remote control time the wireless remote control is operated. If the
This can be identified by the missing locking standby function is switched off (to prevent dis- remote control is operated too often outside the
sound and the missing check-back signal of the charging of the vehicle battery). range of the vehicle, this can result in the central
emergency flasher. locking system no longer responding.
1. In this case, unlock the driver’s door with the
In this case, the remote control and vehicle must
If this should occur: key at the door lock.
be synchronized.
Leave the door closed in order to prevent the
f Lock the vehicle with the key in the door.
alarm system from being triggered. Carrying out the synchronization
2. Press button 1 on the remote control. 1. Unlock the driver's door with the key at the
The remote control is now activated again and door lock.
the alarm system is switched off.
2. Open driver’s door and insert the ignition key
into the ignition lock within 10 seconds to
prevent the alarm system from being
triggered.
3. With the key inserted, press and hold button 1
on the remote control for approx. 5 seconds.
The synchronization is now complete.
Operation, Safety 17
Door storage tray
Opening storage tray
f Open the cover C.
Keep the door storage tray C closed while driving
for safety reasons.
18 Operation, Safety
Central Locking in Cars without f Please see the chapter “LOAD SWITCH-OFF AF- Emergency operation – opening
TER 2 HOURS OR 7 DAYS” on Page 236.
Alarm System f Unlock the driver’s door with the key at the
f Please see the chapter “SEAT MEMORY” on
This device complies with: door lock.
Page 35.
Part 15 of the FCC Rules
RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Both car doors and the filler flap can be centrally Emergency operation – closing
unlocked or locked with the remote control.
Operation is subject to the following two condi-
Any person remaining in the locked car can f Lock the driver’s door with the key at the door
tions: lock.
open the door with the inner door handle:
1. This device may not cause harmful inter- If there is a defect in the central locking
ference, and 1. Pull inner door handle once to unlock door system, all functioning elements of the central
lock. locking system will be locked.
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may 2. Pull inner door handle again to open door. The fault should be remedied immediately at an
cause undesired operation. authorized Porsche dealer.
Automatic relocking
Note Indication by emergency flasher
If the car is unlocked by remote control and none
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio
of the car doors is opened within approx. If the remote control is used for unlocking or
or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifi-
100 seconds, automatic relocking takes place. locking, a response is provided by the emergency
cations to this equipment.
This relocking time can be adapted to your indivi- flasher:
Such modification could void the user’s authority
dual requirements (10 - 100 seconds) by an autho-
to operate the equipment. – Unlocking – single flash.
rized Porsche dealer.
Warning! – Locking – double flash.
Operation, Safety 19
Locking Type 3
f Press the rocker-switch. Doors lock automatically when the ignition is
Indicator light in the rocker switch lights up if switched on. If doors are opened with the engine
ignition is on. running, they lock again automatically when a
If the doors were locked with the central speed of 3 - 6 mph (5 - 10 km/h) is exceeded.
locking switch, they can be opened by pulling
the inner door handle twice. Type 4
The doors do not lock automatically.
Unlocking
f Press the rocker-switch. Note
Indicator light goes off. Automatically locked doors can be unlocked with
the central locking button or opened by pulling on
Automatic door locking the inside door handle twice.
Your authorized Porsche dealer can program On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus,
diverse types of automatic door locking in the the PCM can be used to activate automatic door
control unit of the central locking system. locking.
Central locking switch f Please see the chapter ”Individual Memory“ in
Type 1 the separate PCM operating instructions.
The central locking switch on the dashboard lets Doors lock automatically when the ignition is
you lock and unlock both doors electrically. switched on. Warning!
Note In an emergency situation where you need to
Type 2
exit the car through an automatically locked
If the doors are locked with the key or remote Doors lock automatically when a speed of door, remember the following procedure to
control, they can not be opened by pressing the 3 - 6 mph (5 - 10 km/h) is exceeded. open the door.
central locking switch.
f Unlock the doors by pressing the central
locking button or
f pull the inside door handle twice to open the
door.
20 Operation, Safety
Central Locking in Cars with Alarm f Please see the chapter “LOAD SWITCH-OFF AF- Note
TER 2 HOURS OR 7 DAYS” on Page 236.
System On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus,
f Please see the chapter “SEAT MEMORY” on the PCM can be used to activate automatic door
This device complies with: Page 35. locking.
Part 15 of the FCC Rules
RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Both car doors and the filler flap can be centrally f Please see the chapter ”Individual Memory“ in
unlocked or locked with the remote control. the separate PCM operating instructions.
Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: A short signal from the alarm horn will draw
your attention to the fact that the following Automatic relocking
1. This device may not cause harmful interfer- components are not completely closed when you
ence, and If the car is unlocked by remote control and none
try to lock the vehicle:
of the car doors is opened within approx.
2. this device must accept any interference re- – Driver’s door (The vehicle cannot be locked if 100 seconds, automatic relocking takes place.
ceived, including interference that may cause the driver’s door is not completely closed) This relocking time can be adapted to your indivi-
undesired operation. dual requirements (10 - 100 seconds) by an autho-
– Passenger’s door
rized Porsche dealer.
Note – Luggage compartment lids
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio
– Glove compartment
or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifi-
cations to this equipment. Unlocking the vehicle by using the key in the door
Such modification could void the user’s authority lock and opening the door may activate the alarm
to operate the equipment. system within 10 seconds.
Warning!
Any changes or modifications not expressly appro-
ved by Porsche could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
Operation, Safety 21
Locking conditions Emergency operation – opening Emergency operation – closing
f Lock car once. f Unlock the driver’s door with the key at the f Lock the driver’s door with the key at the door
The doors cannot be opened from the outside. door lock. lock.
Alarm system and passenger compartment Open door within 20 seconds and insert the If there is a defect in the central locking
monitoring are switched on. ignition key into the ignition lock within system, all functioning elements of the central
10 seconds to prevent the alarm system from locking system will be locked.
If a person or animal remains in the vehicle:
being triggered. The alarm system is switched on.
f Quickly lock car twice: The passenger compartment monitoring
The doors cannot be opened from the outside. Note on operation system is switched off.
The passenger compartment monitoring is If the door is not opened within approx. The fault should be remedied immediately at an
switched off. 20 seconds, automatic relocking takes place. authorized Porsche dealer.
The alarm system will be triggered by the next
Unlocking the door with the inner door
unlocking of the door:
handle
f Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock to
Any person remaining in the locked car can open
switch off the alarm system.
the door with the inner door handle:
1. Pull inner door handle once to unlock door
lock.
2. Pull inner door handle again to open door.
Note
f Inform any person remaining in the car that the
alarm system will be triggered if the door is
opened.
22 Operation, Safety
Indication by emergency flasher and Locking
alarm horn f Press the rocker-switch.
Indicator light lights up if ignition is on.
If the remote control is used for unlocking or
locking, a response is provided by the emergency Unlocking
flasher:
f Press the rocker-switch.
– Unlocking – single flash. Indicator light goes out.
– Locking – double flash. If the doors were locked with the central locking
– Locking twice – continuous illumination for switch, they can be opened by pulling the inner
approx. 2 seconds. The passenger compart- door handle:
ment monitoring is switched off. 1. Pull inner door handle once to unlock door
lock.
2. Pull inner door handle again to open door.
Note
If the doors are locked with the key or remote
control, they can not be opened by pressing the
central locking switch.
Operation, Safety 23
Automatic door locking Note Fault indication
Automatically locked doors can be unlocked with
Your authorized Porsche dealer can program A double horn signal during locking indicates a
the central locking button or opened by pulling on
diverse types of automatic door locking in the defect in the central locking or alarm system.
the inside door handle twice.
control unit of the central locking system.
f Have the defect remedied at an authorized
On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus,
Type 1 Porsche dealer.
the PCM can be used to activate automatic door
Doors lock automatically when the ignition is locking.
Overload protection
switched on. f Please see the chapter ”Individual Memory“ in
the separate PCM operating instructions. If the central locking system is operated more
Type 2
than ten times within a minute, further operation is
Doors lock automatically when a speed of Warning! blocked for 30 seconds.
3 - 6 mph (5 - 10 km/h) is exceeded.
In an emergency situation where you need to
Type 3 exit the car through an automatically locked
door, remember the following procedure to
Doors lock automatically when the ignition is open the door.
switched on. If doors are opened with the engine
running, they lock again automatically when a f Unlock the doors by pressing the central
speed of 3 - 6 mph (5 - 10 km/h) is exceeded. locking button or
f pull the inside door handle twice to open the
Type 4 door.
The doors do not lock automatically.
24 Operation, Safety
2. this device must accept any interference re- Switching off the alarm system if it is
ceived, including interference that may cause triggered accidentally
undesired operation.
f Unlock the vehicle with the remote control by
Note pressing button 1.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio The alarm system and passenger compartment
or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifi- monitoring system are switched off automatically
cations to this equipment. when the doors are unlocked.
Such modification could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Function indication
Warning! If the alarm system is activated, light-emitting
Any changes or modifications not expressly ap- diode A in the central locking switch flashes.
proved by Porsche could void the user’s authority If, after locking, the light-emitting diode does not
to operate this equipment. flash or, after ten seconds, it emits double flash-
es, then not all alarm contacts are closed.
The alarm system and passenger compartment Additionally, a brief horn signal sounds.
A - Light-emitting diode for alarm system monitoring system are switched on when the
doors are locked with the key or remote control. When the doors are unlocked, the alarm system
and passenger compartment monitoring system
Alarm System, f Please see the chapter “CENTRAL LOCKING IN are switched off and the light-emitting diode goes
Passenger Compartment CARS WITH ALARM SYSTEM” on Page 21. off.
Monitoring Unlocking the vehicle by using the key in the
This device complies with: door lock and opening the door may activate
Part 15 of the FCC Rules the alarm system within 10 seconds.
RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and
Operation, Safety 25
When the alarm is armed, the following Deactivating the passenger compartment Fault indication
areas are monitored monitoring system for one locking
process A double horn signal during locking indicates a
– Doors defect in the central locking or alarm system.
If a person or animal remains in the car while it is
– Front and rear lids f Have the defect remedied at an authorized
locked, the passenger compartment monitoring
Porsche dealer.
– Glove compartment system must be switched off.
– Passenger compartment f Quickly lock car twice.
The doors are locked but can be opened from
If one of these alarm contacts is interrupted, the
the inside:
alarm horn sounds for approximately 3 minutes.
Additionally, the emergency flasher flashes and 1. Pull inner door handle once to unlock door
the passenger compartment light lightes for ap- lock.
proximately five minutes.
2. Pull inner door handle again to open door.
When the alarm is triggered, the light-emitting
diode changes over to double flashes. Note
In order not to limit the action range of the passen- f Inform any person remaining in the car that the
ger compartment monitoring system: alarm system will be triggered if the door is
f Do not fold the seat backrests forward. opened.
26 Operation, Safety
f Remove the ignition key to shut off power to Opening/closing windows
the window switches when the vehicle is not
attended by a responsible person. Uninformed The two rocker switches A and B in the driver’s
persons could injure themselves by operating door and the switch in the passenger’s door have
the power windows. a two-stage function:
f In case of danger, release the button on the Opening
car key immediately.
f Press the rocker switch down to the first stage
f Do not leave children in the car unattended. until the window has reached the desired
Risk of an accident. position.
Operation, Safety 27
Anti-crushing protection Automatic window lowering
If a side window is blocked during closing, it will f Please see the chapter “DOORS” on Page 18.
stop and open again by about an inch.
Storing end position of the windows
Warning!
If the battery is disconnected and reconnected,
Risk of serious personal injuries.
the windows will not be raised automatically when
If the rocker switch is pressed again within
the door is closed.
10 seconds of the window being blocked, the
window will close with its full closing force. 1. Close the windows with the rocker switch
Anti-crushing protection is disabled. once.
f Once the anti-crushing protection acts to stop 2. Press the rocker switch upwards again to store
the window and opens it slightly, do not press the end position of the windows in the control
the rocker switch again within 10 seconds unit.
without checking to make sure that nothing is
blocking the path of the window.
The window will close with full closing force.
28 Operation, Safety
Warning!
Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per-
sonal injury or death.
f Do not put anything on or near the windows or
the mirrors that may interfere with the driver’s
vision.
Risk of damage to the door mirrors when
washing the vehicle in a car wash.
f Fold in door mirrors before using the car wash.
Operation, Safety 29
Folding in door mirrors 1. Push mirror towards the door window and A - Sensor
continue to hold it (high spring force). B - Switch for automatic anti-glare operation
Warning! C - Light-emitting diode
2. Swivel the locking lever up to the stop and
Danger of injury to fingers if the mirror slowly let go of the mirror. Automatic Anti-Glare Interior
accidentally flips back when being folded in.
Mirror and Door Mirror
f Exercise extreme caution when folding in mir- Unfolding door mirrors
ror by hand. Do not let go of the mirror before Sensors on the front and rear sides of the interior
1. Push mirror towards the door window and mirror measure the incident light.
the locking lever is locked or the mirror is fully
continue to hold it (high spring force). The The mirrors automatically change to anti-glare po-
unfolded.
locking lever disengages automatically. sition or revert to their normal state, depending on
2. Move mirror back to unfolded position by hand. the light intensity.
Do not let go of the mirror beforehand. When reverse gear is selected, automatic anti-
glare operation is switched off.
30 Operation, Safety
Note Switching on
The incident light in the area of the sensors must
f Press button.
not be restricted, e.g. by stickers on the wind-
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
shield.
After approx. 15 minutes, the heater switches off
Switching off the automatic anti-glare automatically.
operation The heater can be switched back on by pressing
f Press switch B. the button again.
Light-emitting diode C goes out.
Switching off
Switching on the automatic anti-glare
operation f Press button.
f Press switch B.
The light-emitting diode in the button goes out.
Light-emitting diode C lights up.
Warning!
Risk of injury. Electrolyte fluid can emerge Rear Window Defogger,
from a broken mirror glass. Door Mirror Heating
This fluid irritates the skin and eyes.
f If the electrolyte fluid should come into contact
The mirror heater is ready for operation when the
ignition is on.
with the eyes or skin, immediately rinse it off
with clean water.
See a doctor if necessary.
Risk of damage to the paintwork, leather and
plastic parts. Electrolyte fluid can be
removed only while it is still wet.
f Clean the affected parts with water.
Operation, Safety 31
Seat Adjustment and Head Caution! Seat position
Restraints Risk of damage to windshield, sun visor, etc.
An ergonomically correct sitting position is
when the seat is adjusted or folded back or
important for safe and fatigue-free driving.
Warning! forward.
We recommend the following procedure for adjust-
The seat may move unexpectedly if you f Adjust the seat so that the seat backrest is not ing the driver’s seat to suit individual
attempt to adjust while driving. This could in contact with any other object. requirements:
cause sudden loss of control, resulting in se- 1. Vehicles with manual transmission:
rious personal injury or death. The driver and passenger seats provide
Adjust the seat until, with the clutch pedal fully
integrated head restraints in the backrests. The
f Do not adjust seats while the vehicle is in mo- head restraints are not adjustable.
depressed, your leg remains at a slight angle.
tion.
The backrest locks must be engaged at all Vehicles with Porsche Doppelkupplung
Warning! (PDK):
times while the vehicle is in motion.
All occupants, including the driver, should not Adjust the seat until, with your left foot on the
Safety belts only offer protection when the footrest, your left leg remains at a slight angle.
operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle's seat until the
backrest is upright and the belts are properly
head restraints and backrests, respectively, are 2. Rest your outstretched arm on the steering
positioned on the body.
placed in their proper positions so that the risk of wheel.
Improperly positioned safety belts or safety
neck injuries is minimized in the event of a crash. Set the backrest angle (not applicable for
belts worn by passengers in an excessively
reclined position can cause serious personal For proper positioning of the head restraint, the Sports bucket seat) and the steering-wheel
injury or death in an accident. seatback's inclination should be adjusted such position so that your wrist rests on the outer
that the head restraint is in an upright position. rim of the steering wheel. At the same time,
f Do not operate the car with the driver or the shoulders must still be in noticeable
Driver and passenger should be seated upright
passenger backrests excessively reclined contact with the backrest.
and in the center of their seats.
(see “Seat position”).
3. Adjust the seat height (not applicable for
Risk of injury if persons or animals are in the Sports bucket seat) to give yourself enough
movement range of the seat during seat headroom and a good overview of the vehicle.
adjustment.
4. Electrically adjustable seat:
f Adjust the seat so that no-one is put at risk. Adjust the seat angle until your thighs rest
lightly on the seat cushion.
32 Operation, Safety
E Lumbar support
(pelvis and spinal column support)
To permit a relaxed sitting posture, the backrest
curvature is continuously adjustable in vertical and
horizontal directions for individual pelvis and
spinal column support.
f Press the switch in the direction indicated by
the arrow until the desired backrest curvature
is reached.
F Adjusting the backrest side bolsters
(adaptive sports seat only)
f Push forward or pull backward switch F until
the side bolsters are adjusted to the shape of
the body.
G Adjusting the seat cushion side bolsters
(adaptive sports seat only)
Standard seat/sports seat Comfort seat with driver seat memory/
Adaptive sports seat with driver seat f Push forward or pull backward switch G until
A Seat height memory the side bolsters are adjusted to the shape of
f Use lever A in a pumping movement: the body.
f Press the switch in the direction indicated by
Upwards – seat moves upwards
the arrow until the desired setting is reached.
Downwards – seat moves downwards Seat backrest
A Seat height adjustment
B Fore and aft Folding forward
B Fore-and-aft position adjustment
f Raise locking lever B. f Pull up lever H in the side part of the backrest
Move seat to desired position and release C Seat angle adjustment and fold the backrest forward.
lever.
D Backrest angle adjustment
Ensure that the seat engages correctly. Folding back
C Backrest angle f Tilt back and engage the backrest so that it
cannot tip forward when the car is braked.
f Operate switch C until the desired backrest
angle is reached.
Operation, Safety 33
B Backrest
Folding forward
f Pull loop B in the side part of the backrest and
fold the backrest forward.
Folding back
f Tilt back and engage the backrest so that it
cannot tip forward when the car is braked.
34 Operation, Safety
Warning! Recalling seat position
Risk of crushing due to uncontrolled recall of The seat position can only be called up when the
a seat setting. vehicle is stationary.
f Cancel automatic adjustment by pressing any 1. Switch on the ignition or
of the seat adjustment buttons. open the driver’s door.
f Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended. 2. Press person button until the seat has reached
its final position.
The setting of door mirrors and lumbar
Operation with person buttons 2, 3 support will be completed even if the person
button is not kept depressed.
Storing seat position
1. Switch on ignition. Note
Reverse gear must not be engaged. Automatic seat adjustment can be interrupted
2. Set the desired seat and door-mirror positions. immediately by releasing the button.
Operation, Safety 35
Operating with the remote control of the Storing individual lowered position of the Recalling seat position
vehicle key passenger’s door mirror as a parking aid
f Unlock the locked vehicle or the luggage
Once the driver's seat setting has been stored, an compartment with the remote control.
Each remote control (up to six) can be assigned an
individual lowered position of the passenger's The stored seat position is automatically set.
individual seat and door mirror position.
door mirror may be stored for driving in reverse:
The stored seat and door mirror position is set au- The seat position assigned to a remote control
tomatically when the vehicle is unlocked using the 1. Apply the handbrake. can also be recalled with the key button 1 if the
corresponding remote control. corresponding key was used to switch on the
2. Switch the ignition on with the desired car key.
ignition.
Storing seat position 3. Engage reverse gear.
If no seat position has been assigned to a remote
1. Switch the ignition on with the desired car key. 4. Select passenger side with mirror switch. control, the key button will not work.
Reverse gear must not be engaged. The passenger’s mirror swivels downwards.
Note on operation
2. Set the desired seat and door-mirror positions. 5. Set passenger’s door mirror to desired final
position. Automatic seat adjustment can be interrupted
3. Keep memory button M depressed and also
immediately:
press key button 1 until an audible signal 6. Keep memory button M depressed and also
confirms that the position has been stored. press key button 1 until an audible signal f by switching on the ignition,
The individual setting is now assigned to this confirms that the position has been stored. f by pressing the central locking button,
remote control and to the key button. The individual setting is now assigned to this
It is necessary to wait for at least 15 seconds remote control and to the key button. f by pressing any memory or seat adjustment
between locking and unlocking the door. button.
36 Operation, Safety
Switching on
High heating power
f Press button once.
Both yellow light-emitting diodes in the button
light up.
Switching off
f Press button as often as necessary until the
light-emitting diodes go out.
Heated Seats
Two-stage seat heating is ready for operation
when the engine is running.
The yellow light-emitting diodes in the button show
witch stage is currently activated.
Operation, Safety 37
Seat Ventilation
The three-stage seat ventilation is ready for opera-
tion when the engine is running and from an
ambient cabin temperature of 58 °F (15 °C).
The three stages are controlled with the buttons
on the control panel for the air conditioning.
The blue light-emitting diodes in the buttons show
which stage is currently activated.
Note
The full effect of the seat ventilation can be
achieved only if you are wearing breathable
clothing.
Seat ventilation and seat heating can be used at
the same time and provide excellent seating
comfort when used in the right combination. A - Seat ventilation, left Steering Wheel Adjustment
f Do not use protective seat covers. B - Seat ventilation, right
Warning!
Low ventilation
Switching on seat ventilation Risk of accident.
f Press button three times. The steering wheel may move further than
High ventilation One light-emitting diode lights up. desired if you attempt to adjust it when
driving.
f Press button once.
Three light-emitting diodes light up. Switching off seat ventilation You can lose control of the vehicle, causing
serious personal injury or death.
f Press button as often as necessary until all
Medium ventilation f Do not adjust the steering wheel when driving.
light-emitting diodes go out.
f Press button twice.
Two light-emitting diodes light up.
38 Operation, Safety
Adjusting steering wheel height and Switching on steering wheel heating
longitudinal direction
f Press button.
1. Insert ignition key fully into ignition lock. The message “Steering wheel heating ON”
is displayed on the on-board computer for
2. Push the locking lever downwards.
2 seconds.
3. Adjust steering wheel to fit the chosen
backrest angle and your seat position by Switching off steering wheel heating
moving the steering wheel up or down and
longitudinally. f Press button.
4. Swivel locking lever back until you feel it en- The message “Steering wheel heating OFF”
gage. is displayed on the on-board computer for
If necessary, move steering wheel slightly lon- 2 seconds.
gitudinally.
Operation, Safety 39
Multi-Functional Steering Wheel Operating the function keys
f Please read the separate PCM operating
Warning!
instructions before operating the function
There is a danger of accident if you set or keys.
operate the on-board computer, radio,
The rotary knobs at the top left and right of the
navigation system, telephone or other
steering wheel can also be pressed.
equipment when driving.
Operating these devices while driving could Turn volume control
distract you from traffic and cause you to Upwards – increase volume.
lose control of the vehicle. Downwards – decrease volume.
f Operate these components while driving only if Press volume control
the traffic situation allows you to do so safely. To switch volume/mute on and off.
40 Operation, Safety
Vanity mirror
The vanity mirror on the rear of the sun visor is
covered by a lid.
Warning!
Risk of injury in an accident or risk of dam-
age to mirror lid.
f Keep the lid closed while driving.
Risk of damage.
f Do not force the lid beyond its end position.
Sun Visors
f Swing the sun visors down to prevent glare
from the front.
Operation, Safety 41
Safety Belts f Belts should not be worn twisted. f The belts must be kept clean or the retractors
may not work properly.
f Do not wear belts over rigid or breakable ob-
Warning! Please see the chapter “CAR CARE INSTRUC-
jects in or on your clothing, such as eye glass-
TIONS” on Page 203.
Always make sure your and your passenger’s es, pens, keys, etc. as these may cause injury.
f Never bleach or dye safety belts.
safety belts are properly fastened while the f Several layers of heavy clothing may interfere
vehicle is in motion. with proper positioning of belts. f Do not allow safety belts to retract until they
Failure to follow safety belt warnings may re- are completely dry after cleaning or this may
f Belts must not rub against sharp objects or
sult in serious personal injury or death. cause damage to the belt.
damage may occur to the belt.
f For your and your passenger’s protection, use
f Two occupants should never share the same
safety belts at all times while the vehicle is in
belt at the same time. Belt tensioner
motion.
Care and maintenance
f Use appropriate child restraint systems for all Depending on the force of an impact, fastened
small children. f Keep belt buckles free of any obstruction that safety belts are tightened in an accident.
may prevent a secure locking.
Proper wearing of safety belts The belt tensioners are triggered in:
f Belts that have been subjected to excessive
f Safety belts must be positioned on the body as – Front, side and rear impacts of sufficient
stretch forces in an accident must be inspect-
to restrain the upper body and lap from sliding severity.
ed or replaced to ensure their continued effec-
forward. Improperly positioned safety belts
tiveness in restraining you. Note
can cause serious personal injury or death in
The same applies to belt tensioner systems
case of an accident. The belt-tensioner system can be triggered only
which have been triggered.
f The shoulder belt should always rest on your In addition, the anchor points of the belts once; the system must be replaced afterward.
upper body. The shoulder belt should never be should be checked. If there is a fault in the belt-tensioner system, the
worn behind your back or under your arm.
f If safety belts do not work properly, see your airbag warning light lights up.
f For maximum effectiveness, the lap belt authorized Porsche dealer immediately. Work may be performed on the belt-tensioner sys-
should be worn low across the hips.
f If the belts show damage to webbing, bindings, tem only by an authorized Porsche dealer.
f Pregnant women should position the belt as buckles or retractors, they should be replaced Smoke is released when the belt tensioners are
low as possible across the pelvis. Make sure it to ensure safe operation. triggered. This does not indicate a fire in the
is not pressing against the abdomen. vehicle.
f Do not modify or disassemble the safety belts
in your vehicle.
42 Operation, Safety
Inertia reel retractor Releasing the safety belt
The combination lap/shoulder belt with inertia reel f Push in release button (arrow) on buckle. Belt
locking mechanism adjusts automatically to your tongue will spring out of buckle.
size and movements as long as the pull on the belt
f To release a latched belt, lean back to take the
is slow.
body pressure off the belt.
Rapid deceleration during hard braking or a colli-
f To store lap/shoulder belt, allow the belt to re-
sion locks the belt. The belt will also lock when you
tract as you guide the latch to its stowed posi-
drive up or down a steep hill or in a sharp curve,
tion.
otherwise, the shoulder belt will not inhibit your
upper body movement. f Please see the chapter “AUTOMATIC LOCKING
RETRACTOR” on Page 52.
Fastening the safety belt
Cleaning the safety belts
f Assume a comfortable sitting position.
If it becomes necessary to clean the belts, you
f Please see the chapter “SEAT POSITION” on
can use any mild washing agent. Allow the belts to
Page 32.
dry prior to retracting, but avoid direct sunlight.
f The shoulder belt should always rest on your
Safety Belt Warning System f Only use suitable cleaners. If unsuitable
upper body. The shoulder belt should never be
cleaners are used or any attempt is made to
worn behind your back or under your arm.
An audio-visual warning system is interconnect- dye or bleach the belts, the webbing may be
ed with the driver’s safety belt. f Grasp belt and pull the belt in a continuous weakened and thus constitute a safety risk.
slow motion across your chest and lap.
Every time the ignition is turned on, the gong will
sound for about 6 seconds to remind driver and f Insert belt tongue into buckle on inboard side
passenger to buckle up. of seat. Push down until it securely locks with
In addition, the gong will sound for approx. 90 sec- an audible click. Pull the belt to check.
onds if vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph/24 km/h. f Pull shoulder section to make sure belt fits
The safety belt warning lights in the instrument snugly across the pelvis.
panel and on-board computer will go off as soon
as the driver has buckled up. f Belts should fit snugly across the pelvis and
chest. Make sure there is no slack in the belt.
Operation, Safety 43
Airbag Systems Danger! f Always keep the lid of the door storage com-
partment closed. Objects must not protrude
To provide optimal occupant protection, air-
The airbags in combination with the safety belts out of the door storage compartment.
bags must inflate at very high speed. If you
make up a safety system which offers the driver
are not wearing your safety belt or are too f No changes may be made to the wiring or
and the passenger the greatest known protection
close to the airbag when it is deployed, infla- components of the airbag system.
from injuries in case of accident.
ting airbags can result in serious personal in-
Your vehicle is equipped with a weight sensing sys- f Do not add any additional coverings or stickers
jury or death.
tem for the passenger's seat in accordance with to the steering wheel or in the area of the pas-
U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208. f Make sure there are no people, animals or ob- senger airbag, side airbags and head airbags.
jects between the driver or passenger and the Doing so may adversely affect the functioning
Even if your vehicle is equipped with airbags, the
area into which the airbag inflates. of the airbag system or cause harm to the oc-
safety belts must be worn at all times,
cupants if the airbag system should deploy.
because the front airbag system is only deployed f Sit back as far from the dashboard or steering
Do not use protective seat covers.
by frontal collisions with an impact of sufficient wheel as is practical, while still maintaining full
severity. vehicle control. f Do not modify the seat coverings. Do not at-
tach additional cushions, protective coverings,
Below the deployment threshold of the airbag sys- f Always hold the steering wheel by the outer
or pillows to the passenger's seat. Do not affix
tem, and during types of collisions which do not rim. Never rest your hands on the airbag panel.
things to the passenger's seat or cover it with
cause the actuation of the system, the safety belts
f Always fasten seat belts because triggering other materials. Do not cover the back of the
provide the primary protection to the occupants
of the airbag system depends on the force and backrest. Do not make changes to the passen-
when correctly worn.
angle of impact. ger's seat and to the seat base frame.
Therefore, all persons within the vehicle
must wear safety belts at all times (in many f Do not transport heavy objects on or in front of f Do not undertake any wiring for electrical ac-
states, state law requires the use of safety belts). the passenger’s seat. These could impair the cessory equipment in the vicinity of the airbag
function of the airbag, the seat belts, and wiring harnesses. Doing so may disable the air-
f Please see the chapter “SAFETY BELTS” on
weight sensing. bag system or cause inadvertent inflation.
Page 42.
f Do not hang objects (e.g. jackets, coats, coat f If the warning light comes on, the airbag sys-
The front airbags are located under the padded
hangers) over the backrest. tem should be repaired immediately by your
steering wheel panel on the driver’s side and, on
authorized Porsche dealer.
the passenger's side, in the dashboard.
The side airbags are installed on the side in the f Always keep feet in the footwell while driving.
seat backrests. Do not put feet on the dashboard or the seat
The head airbags are installed in the door linings. area. Do not lean against the inside of the door
or outside the window while the vehicle is mov-
ing.
44 Operation, Safety
f Using accessories not approved by Porsche Function of the airbag system higher speed accidents where the vehicle decele-
can cause the weight sensing system to be im- rates over a long time. Since airbag deployment
paired. Airbags are a supplemental safety system. Your does not occur in all accidents, this further em-
primary protection comes from your safety belts. phasizes the need for you and your passenger to
f Do not squeeze objects, such as the fire extin-
always wear safety belts.
guisher, or first aid kit under the seat. The front airbags are triggered during a frontal
collision of sufficient force and direction. Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and
f Only have seats removed and installed by an
In the event of a side impact of corresponding diagnostic module. This module will record the
authorized Porsche dealer so that weight sens-
force, the side airbag on the impact side is use of the seat belt restraint system by the driver
ing components will not be damaged.
triggered. and passenger when the airbags and/or belt ten-
f Give your passenger all of the information in sioner work.
The inflation process generates the amount of gas
this chapter.
required to fill the airbags at the necessary pres-
sure in fractions of a second. Advanced Airbag
Note
Airbags help to protect the head and upper body, Your vehicle is equipped with a weight sensing sys-
Airbag components (e.g. steering wheel, door lin- while simultaneously damping the motion of the tem for the passenger's seat in accordance with
ing, seats) may be disassembled only by an autho- driver and passenger in the impact direction in the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208.
rized Porsche dealer. event of a frontal impact or side impact. Depending on the weight acting on the passen-
When disposing of a used airbag unit, our safety In order to help provide protection in severe colli- ger's seat, the passenger's airbag will automati-
instructions must be followed. These instructions sions which can cause death and serious injury, cally be switched on and off.
can be obtained at any authorized Porsche dealer. airbags must inflate extremely rapidly. Such high Depending on the angle and force of impact, the
speed inflation has a negative but unavoidable passenger's airbag which is activated will be trig-
side effect, which is that it can and does cause in- gered during a collision.
juries, including facial and arm abrasions, bruising
and broken bones. You can help minimize such in- Precondition for switching the passenger's airbag
juries by always wearing your safety belts. on and off, depending on weight:
There are many types of accidents in which air- – Vehicles equipped with key-operated airbag
bags are not expected to deploy. These include deactivation device:
accidents where the airbags would provide no be- Switch position AUTO.
nefit, such as a rear impact against your vehicle. – Ignition key is inserted.
Other accidents where the airbags are designed
not to deploy are those where the risk of injury Improper handling of the weight sensing
from the airbag deployment could exceed any pro- system can unintentionally impair switching
tective benefits, such as in low speed accidents or the passenger's airbag off and on.
Operation, Safety 45
Seat adjustment for the passenger's seat f Do not transport a load and objects behind and Automatic deactivation of the passenger’s
under the passenger's seat. airbags
Danger! If the load or objects are under the seat, it can
cause malfunctions. Danger!
Safety belts only offer protection when the
backrest is upright and the belts are properly If the weight on the passenger's seat is reduced The use of a child restraint system in the pas-
positioned on the body. Improperly positio- significantly, e.g., by supporting weight on the senger seat can result in serious personal
ned safety belts can cause serious personal armrest, the passenger's airbag can be switched injury or death to the child from an airbag
injury or death in an accident. off. deployment.
f Do not operate the car with the driver or pas- f Select an upright seat position, and do not sup- f Please see the chapter “PASSENGER AIRBAG
senger backrest excessively reclined. port weight on the armrests or lean out of the OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP”
window. on Page 47.
f Porsche recommends the use of L.A.T.C.H. Always keep feet in the footwell while driving.
(Lower Ancorage and Tether for Children) Do not put feet on the dashboard or the seat f Before transporting a child on the passenger’s
equipped Porsche child seat. area. Do not lean against the inside of the door seat:
Do not install a child restraint system in or outside the window while the vehicle is mo- Please see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT
the Sports bucket seat. ving. SYSTEMS” on Page 50.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be
If the passenger's seat is warped significantly, a f Do not install a child restraint system in
equipped with the LATCH system.
message is displayed on the on-board computer: the Sports bucket seat.
If the seat is in an extreme position (e.g., the back- f Correct the seat adjustment. – When an up to one-year old child is seated
rest is in contact with the engine compartment
wall), the backrest can warp. Warping of the back- f Please see the chapter “WARNINGS ON THE in the child restraint system, the front airbag is
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE ON-BOARD automatically deactivated on the passenger
rest can lead to malfunctions.
COMPUTER” on Page 166. side.
f Correct the seat adjustment.
– When an adult is seated in the front seat the
Ensure that the seat is not jammed and is self- Vehicle modifications to accommodate front airbag remains active on the passenger‘s
supporting. persons with disabilities side.
Ensure that the backrest is in the upright posi-
tion. Because modifications to your vehicle could com-
promise your advanced airbag system, please call
1-800-PORSCHE prior to having your vehicle modi-
fied.
46 Operation, Safety
The condition of the passenger’s front airbag is PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp
shown by the indicator lamp. does not light up
If in doubt: – The passenger's airbag is active and ready for
operation.
f Please see the chapter “PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP” – If the passenger's seat is not occupied, the
on Page 47. PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will
also not light up, even though the passenger's
f Please see the chapter “KEY-OPERATED AIR-
airbag is switched off.
BAG DEACTIVATION DEVICE” on Page 49.
f Please see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT Danger!
SYSTEMS” on Page 50.
Risk of serious personal injury or death due
f Please see the chapter “LATCH SYSTEM to the passenger airbag triggering unintenti-
CHILD SEAT BRACKET ON THE PASSENGER’S onally.
SEAT” on Page 53.
When the ignition key is inserted and the up
Note to one-year old child is seated in the child re-
straint system on the passenger’s seat, the
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp f After inserting the ignition key, the PASSEN- indicator lamp ”PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF“
GER AIRBAG OFF warning light lights up for a must be on.
Note on operation few seconds as a bulb check.
If the ”PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF“ indicator
Although not desired, it can occur in the case of PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp lamp does not light up, it could indicate a
heavier children that the passenger’s airbag lights up fault in the system.
remains active or, in the case of very light adults In this case:
or young persons, that the passenger airbag is – The passenger's airbag is switched off.
deactivated. f On vehicles with key-operated airbag deactiva-
tion device: Switch to position OFF.
f On vehicles without key-operated airbag deac-
tivation device: Do not drive.
f Have the fault remedied at your nearest autho-
rized Porsche dealer.
Operation, Safety 47
Note Airbag maintenance
The key switch for switching off the passenger’s
In order to ensure long-term functioning, the air-
airbag in combination with the LATCH attachment
bag system must be inspected by an authorized
bracket are not installed at the factory. They can
Porsche dealer at the intervals recommended in
be retrofitted.
your Maintenance Booklet.
f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer.
Important information
Warning light and warning If you sell your Porsche, notify the purchaser that
message the vehicle is equipped with airbags, and refer
them to the chapter, “Airbag Systems“, in the
Faults are indicated by a warning light in the instru-
Owner's Manual (safety and disposal rules).
ment panel and a message on the on-board com-
puter. Further information on the airbag system can be
found on stickers attached to the sun visors.
f Please see the chapter “WARNINGS ON THE
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE ON-BOARD For special recommendations on the use of child
COMPUTER” on Page 166. restraints:
f In the following cases you should immedi- f Please see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT
ately consult an authorized Porsche SYSTEMS” on Page 50.
dealer in order to assure the airbag sys-
tem is functioning properly:
– If the warning light does not light up when the
ignition key is inserted or
– If the warning light does not go out once the
engine is running or
– If the warning light appears while driving.
48 Operation, Safety
Warning light ”PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF“
If the airbag on the passenger’s side is switched
off:
– Warning light “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” is
continuously lit when the ignition key is
inserted.
Danger!
Risk of serious personal injury or death from
the passenger’s airbag.
If the ”PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF“ warning
light is not lit when the ignition key is inserted
and the Airbag OFF switch is switched to the
OFF-Position, this could indicate a fault in the
system.
f Do not install a child restraint system on the
Key-operated airbag deactivation device PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp passenger’s seat.
In case your vehicle is equipped with LATCH, you f Have the fault remedied immediately.
Danger!
can switch off (OFF) the passenger’s front airbag Please see your authorized Porsche dealer.
manually. In the automatic mode (AUTO), the air- Risk of serious personal injury or death for
bag will be switched on or off automatically de- passenger if passenger’s airbag remains Note
pending on the weight on the passenger seat. switched off after the child restraint system
is removed. f Do not install a child restraint system in
f Switch off the passenger’s airbag on the key the Sports bucket seat.
switch using the vehicle key. f Make sure that the key switch is switched to
AUTO once the child seat has been removed, The key switch for switching off the passenger’s
A Switch position AUTO – passenger’s front in order to provide protection to the adult airbag in combination with the LATCH attachment
airbag is active occupants. bracket are not installed at the factory. They can
be retrofitted (not on vehicles with Sports bucket
B Switch position OFF – passenger’s front airbag
seats).
is switched off
f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer.
Operation, Safety 49
Child Restraint Systems tion manual provided with the restraint. Danger!
Risk of serious personal injury or death to the
f Do not install a child restraint system in Danger! child.
the Sports bucket seat.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be The use of a child restraint system in the pas- f Follow all child restraint instructions and
equipped with the LATCH system. senger seat can result in serious personal in- warnings in this manual.
jury or death to the child from an airbag
Porsche recommends that all infants and children deployment. – When using an infant or child restraint system,
be restrained in child restraint systems at all times To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- be sure to follow all manufacturer's instruc-
while the vehicle is in motion in accordance with bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- tions on installation and use.
applicable laws. mends:
– Infants and small children should never be held
Use only child restraint systems with the LATCH- f Please see the chapter “PASSENGER AIRBAG on the lap, nor should they share a safety belt
system recommended by Porsche. These sys- OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP” with another occupant while the vehicle is in
tems have been tested and adjusted to the interior on Page 47. motion.
of your Porsche and the appropriate child weight
groups. Other systems have not been tested and f Please see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT – Children too big for child restraint systems
could entail an increased risk of injury or death. SYSTEMS” on Page 50. should use regular safety belts. A shoulder belt
You can obtain child seats that are LATCH compa- f Do not install a child restraint system in can be used providing it does not cross the
the Sports bucket seat. face or the neck of the child.
tible at your authorized Porsche dealer.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be – Choose a child restraint system according to
f Always see the separate installation equipped with the LATCH system. the weight of the child.
instructions for your child seat.
– Child restraint systems that are damaged or
The use of infant or child restraints is required by Note
have been heavily stressed in an accident must
law in all 50 states of the U.S. and all Canadian
The key switch for switching off the passenger’s be replaced immediately.
provinces. The child restraint system should be
airbag and the LATCH attachment bracket are not
one that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle – Children could be endangered in a crash if their
installed at the factory. They can be retrofitted (not
Safety Standards and should be secured by a lap child restrains are not properly secured in the
on vehicles with Sports bucket seats).
belt or lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt or for vehicle.
child seats equipped with the LATCH sytem (Lo- f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer.
– Do not affix things to child restraint systems or
wer Anchorage and Tether for Children, also
cover it with other materials.
known as ISOFIX) to the LATCH anchorages.
A statement by the seat manufacturer of compli-
ance with this standard can be found on the in-
struction label on the restraint and in the instruc-
50 Operation, Safety
– Your authorized Porsche dealer will be glad to Children of this weight are held in child restraint Child restraint system for up to one-year old
advise you about the installation possibility for systems facing forward. children
a Porsche child restraint system which allows
f The vehicle seat must be adjusted so that it is – Make sure that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
a key-operated airbag deactivation of the pas-
in its lower rear position. indicator lamp lights up.
senger’s airbag.
– Adjust the passenger's seat as far away from
– The key-operated airbag deactivation device Using child restraint systems in the the airbag as possible.
installation requires special programming passenger seat
available only from your authorized Porsche
Danger!
dealer. f Do not install a child restraint system in
Risk of serious personal injury or death due
f Please see the chapter “KEY-OPERATED AIR- the Sports bucket seat.
to the passenger airbag triggering uninten-
BAG DEACTIVATION DEVICE” on Page 49.
Danger! tionally.
Direction of installation for child restraint The use of a child restraint system in the pas- When the ignition is on and the up to one-
systems senger seat can result in serious personal year old child is seated in the child restraint
injury or death to the child from an airbag system on the passenger seat the indicator
Group 0 and 0+: Children up to 29 lbs (13 kg) deployment. lamp ”PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF“ must be on.
Children of this weight must be transported in a To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- If the ”PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF“ indicator
restraint system which is installed on the passen- bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- lamp does not light up, it could indicate a
ger’s seat facing rearward. mends: fault in the system.
f Please see the chapter “PASSENGER AIRBAG In this case:
Group I: Children between 20 lbs (9 kg) and OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP” f Do not use a child restraint system on the pas-
40 lbs on Page 47. senger’s seat.
Children of this weight are held in child restraint f Please see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT f On vehicles with key-operated airbag deactiva-
systems facing forward. SYSTEMS” on Page 50. tion device: Switch to position OFF.
Group II: Children in between 33 lbs (15 kg) f Do not install a child restraint system in f On vehicles without key-operated airbag
and 55 lbs (25 kg) the Sports bucket seat. deactivation device: Do not drive.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be
Children of this weight are held in child restraint
equipped with the LATCH system. f Have the fault remedied at your nearest autho-
systems facing forward. rized Porsche dealer.
Group III: Children in between 49 lbs (22 kg)
and 80 lbs (36 kg)
Operation, Safety 51
Child restraint system for children older than Automatic locking retractor Activating the automatic locking retractor
one year
1. If a child restraint system must be fastened to
f Do not install a child restraint system in
Your vehicle is equipped with a weight sensing sys- the passenger's seat, adjust the passenger's
the Sports bucket seat.
tem for the passenger's seat in accordance with seat as far away from the airbag as possible.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be
U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208.
equipped with the LATCH system. 2. Fasten child seat.
Depending on the weight acting on the passen-
ger's seat, the passenger's airbag will automati- The safety belt for the passenger is equipped with 3. Pull the safety belt retractor completely out. At
cally be switched on or off. an automatic locking retractor for securing the this point the locking mechanism is activated.
child restraint system. When activated, this retrac-
Small adult passengers 4. Insert the safety belt tongue into the buckle
tor allows you to securely fasten the child restraint
and make certain that it is properly latched.
Make sure that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indi- system in place so that inadvertent movements
Make no more adjustments to the seat.
cator lamp does not light up. will not occur.
5. Allow the safety belt to retract until it is tight on
Before transporting a child on the passenger seat:
the child restraint system. You may further tigh-
Danger!
f Please see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT ten the belt by pulling on it to allow more of it
Risk of serious personal injury or death due SYSTEMS” on Page 50. to retract.
to the passenger airbag not triggering. Make sure that excessive seat belt forces do
Danger! not occur by moving the seat with the child
When the ignition key is inserted on and the
seat installed.
small adult passenger is seated on the pas- Risk of serious personal injury or death to the
senger’s seat, the indicator lamp ”PASSEN- child, when excessive force is acting on the Releasing the safety belt
GER AIRBAG OFF“ must be off. passenger's seat due to the seat belt.
In such cases, the passenger's airbag can be 1. Unbuckle the safety belt latch.
If the ”PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF“ indicator
lamp lights up, it could indicate a fault in the switched on unintentionally. 2. Then make certain that the belt has fully retrac-
system. f After fastening the child restraint system, do ted. At this point the automatic locking feature
In this case: not adjust the seat. will be disengaged.
Seek appropriate advice from your authorized
f Do not carry a passenger in the passenger’s f Check the condition of the passenger’s airbag Porsche dealer about the possible installation
seat. shown by the indicator lamp in the central con- of a Porsche child restraint system.
f Have the fault remedied at the nearest authori- sole.
f
zed Porsche dealer.
52 Operation, Safety
LATCH System
Child seat bracket on the passenger’s
seat
f Do not install a child restraint system in
the Sports bucket seat.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be
equipped with the LATCH system.
The key switch for switching off the passenger’s
airbag and the LATCH attachment bracket are not
installed at the factory. They can be retrofitted (not
on vehicles with Sports bucket seats).
f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer.
Porsche recommends the use of a Porsche Child
Seat with Lower Anchorage and Tether for Child-
ren system (LATCH).
These systems have been tested and adjusted to Installing a LATCH child seat system
the interior of your Porsche and the appropriate
child weight groups. Other systems have not been 1. Secure the child seat to retaining lugs A as out-
tested and could entail an increased risk of injury. lined in the instruction manual for the child
seat.
You can obtain child seats that are LATCH compa-
tible at your authorized Porsche dealer. 2. Pull the child seat to check that both fastening
points are engaged correctly.
f Always see the separate installation instruc-
tions for your child seat. Note
f Please see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT f Make sure that the key switch is switched to
SYSTEMS” on Page 50. AUTO once the child seat has been removed,
in order to provide protection to the adult
occupants.
Operation, Safety 53
Note
If a child seat with top tether is adapted for use on
the passenger’s seat, the anchor point must be
used for anchoring the top tether.
Warning!
The child restraint anchorage is designed to
withstand only the load imposed by a cor-
rectly fitted child restraint.
Under no circumstances is the anchorage to
be used for adult safety belt or harness. Such
use could result in serious personal injury or
death.
f Do not misuse the child restraint anchorage.
This is not designed to withstand a load
imposed by an adult.
Child Restraint Anchorage
f Please see the chapter “AUTOMATIC LOCKING
RETRACTOR” on Page 52.
f Do not install a child restraint system in
the Sports bucket seat.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be
equipped with the LATCH system..
If your child restraint seat requires the use of a
tether strap, you will want to use the anchor point
behind the passenger’s seat under the carpet.
f To ensure proper installation, see your authori-
zed Porsche dealer.
54 Operation, Safety
Setting the parking brake
f Pull the lever all the way up (arrow).
With the ignition on, the parking brake warning
lights in the instrument panel and on-board
computer will come on if the lever is even
slightly raised. A firm pull upward is required to
properly engage the parking brake.
If the brake is not fully set, the vehicle may roll
without control.
f Move the selector lever to “P” (PDK) or move
the gearshift lever to reverse or first gear
(Manual transmission).
f Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that the
parking brake is fully set and the vehicle is not
moving at all.
Parking brake force is mechanically transferred to Risk of serious personal injury or death. A
Switching on and off the rear wheels by means of cables. partially engaged parking brake may allow
the vehicle to roll, causing serious personal
The sports exhaust system can be switched on f Use the parking brake only after the vehicle injury or death to any person in its path.
and off when the ignition is switched on using the has come to a full stop.
button. f Engage the parking brake fully.
When the sports exhaust system is switched on,
the light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
Releasing the parking brake
f Pull the lever slightly up as you depress the re-
lease button, and then push the lever all the
way down.
Operation, Safety 55
Parking brake warning light USA Brakes Brake system function
f Make it a habit to check the operation of your Your Porsche is equipped with a power assisted
Parking brake warning light brakes before driving. hydraulic dual circuit brake system with disc
Canada Keep in mind that the braking distance increases
brakes at the front and rear.
Both circuits function independently. One brake
The warning lights in the instrument panel and on- very rapidly as the speed increases. At 60 mph or
circuit operates the front and the other operates
board computer will go out after the parking brake 100 km/h, for example, it is not twice but four
the rear.
is fully released. times longer than 30 mph or 50 km/h. Tire trac-
The warning lights are not an indicator that the tion is also less effective when the roads are wet If one brake circuit has failed, the other will still op-
parking brake is fully set; it is only intended to be or slippery. erate. However, you will notice an increased pedal
travel when you apply the brakes.
a warning to release the parking brake before f Therefore, always maintain a safe distance
driving the car. Failure of one brake circuit will cause the stopping
from the car in front of you.
distance to increase.
Caution! Vehicles without Porsche Ceramic Compos-
ite Brake (PCCB) Warning!
A partially engaged brake will overheat the
rear brakes, reduce their effectiveness and Even though the brake discs consist of alloyed Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per-
cause excessive wear. grey cast iron, they will unavoidably start to cor- sonal injury or death.
rode if your car is parked for an extended period. In the unlikely event of hydraulic failure of
f Release the parking brake fully. one brake circuit:
The brakes will tend to “rub” as a result.
f When parking your car, always set the parking
The nature, extent and effects of corrosion de- f Push the brake pedal down firmly and hold it in
pend on the amount of time the vehicle was that position.
brake by pulling all the way up on the lever.
parked, whether granular or liquid road salt was A mechanical linkage activates the second cir-
f Move the selector lever to “P” (PDK) or move spread and whether grease-dissolving agents cuit, and you will be able to bring the vehicle to
the gearshift lever to reverse or first gear were used in car washes. a stop.
(Manual transmission). To prevent corrosion of the brake discs, ”brake
them dry“ before parking the car. f After bringing your vehicle to a complete stop,
f On hills also turn the front wheels towards the avoid driving the vehicle and instead have it
If the braking comfort is noticeably impaired, we
curb. towed to the nearest authorized Porsche deal-
recommend having the brake system checked by
experts at an authorized Porsche dealer. er for repair.
56 Operation, Safety
Brake system warning light Brake pedal Warning!
You can check the functionality of the brake To avoid overheating and premature wear of
system warning light by switching the ignition to Warning! the brakes:
the "On" position and verifying that the warning Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per- f Before descending a steep grade, reduce
light illuminates. sonal injury or death. speed and shift the transmission into a lower
Any obstruction of the brake pedal could gear or driving position to control speed.
Brake warning light USA increase the stopping distance.
f Do not “ride the brakes” by resting your foot on
f Always check the movement of the brake pedal the pedal when not intending to apply brake
Brake warning light Canada before driving and make sure that it is not ob- pressure.
structed by a floor mat or any other object.
f Do not hold the pedal down too long or too
f Secure the floor mat to prevent it from sliding
If the warning lights in the instrument panel and on-
board computer go on while driving, the brake flu- often.
into positions that could interfere with the safe This could cause the brakes to get hot and not
id level may be too low, or (if the brake pedal travel
operation of your vehicle. function properly.
has increased) one of the two brake circuits may
Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you
have failed.
nonskid floor mats of the correct size. f Please see the chapter “DRIVE-OFF ASSIS-
A greater braking pressure will be required, stop- TANT” on Page 177.
ping distances will be longer and the braking be- Note
havior will change, particularly in curves.
In case one of the two brake circuits fails, in-
With correctly adjusted brakes, and a correctly creased pedal travel is required to bring your
working brake system, the pedal travel to the vehicle to a full stop.
point of brake actuation should be 1-3/16 in. to
1-9/16 in. or 30 to 40 mm.
Whenever the brake pedal travel exceeds this dis-
tance, have the brake system checked.
Operation, Safety 57
Brake booster Brake wear Brake pads and brake discs
The brake booster assists braking only when Your car has excellent brakes, but they are still Wear on the brake pads and brake discs depends
the engine is running. subject to wear. The rate at which they wear de- to a great extent on the driving style and the con-
pends on how the brakes are used. ditions of use and therefore cannot be expressed
When the car is moving while the engine is not run-
in actual miles on the road.
ning, or if the brake booster is defective, more f Have the brake system inspected at the
pressure on the brake pedal is required to bring intervals recommended in your Maintenance The high-performance brake system is designed
the car to a stop. Booklet. for optimal braking effect at all speeds and tem-
If this happens, ABS and PSM will also not oper- peratures.
ate. Brake system warning light Certain speeds, braking forces and ambient
You can check the functionality of the brake conditions (such as temperature and humidity)
Moisture or road salt on brakes affects braking.
system warning light by switching the ignition to therefore might cause “brake noises”.
Brakes will dry after a few cautious brake applica-
tions. the "On" position and verifying that the warning
New brake pads or linings
light illuminates.
Warning! New brake pads and brake discs have to be “bro-
Warning light USA ken in”, and therefore only attain optimal friction
Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per- when the car has covered several hundred miles
sonal injury or death. or km.
Driving through water may reduce the trac- Warning light Canada The slightly reduced braking ability must be com-
tion. pensated for by pressing the brake pedal harder.
Moisture on brakes from road water, car If the warning lights in the instrument panel and on- This also applies whenever the brake pads and
wash, or coating of road salt may affect board computer stay on when the engine is run- brake discs are replaced.
braking efficiency. ning or come on while driving, the brake pads are
worn excessively.
f Cautiously apply brakes to test brakes after ex-
posure to road water, etc. f Do not continue to operate the vehicle.
Have your authorized Porsche dealer inspect
or replace the brake pads.
58 Operation, Safety
ABS Brake System Warning! Operation of the ABS system
(Antilock Brake System) The increased control that is provided should
A wheel speed sensor is mounted to each of the
not induce you to take greater risks with your
The ABS system represents a major contribution four wheels. If wheel lock-up of either of the front
safety. The limits dictated by the laws of
to the enhancement of active safety in your vehi- wheels or the rear wheels is sensed during brak-
physics cannot be overcome, even with ABS.
cle. This system prevents the wheels from locking ing, the brake pressure is adjusted automatically
The risk of accidents due to inappropriate
in a panic stop on almost all road surfaces. until the wheel no longer slips.
speed cannot be reduced, even by the ABS.
The driver bears the responsibility for all If braking forces approach the wheel lock-up point
With the ABS system in your vehicle, the driving maneuvers. for all wheels (panic braking) the ABS system will
following areas are enhanced: intervene to provide a rapid rythmic braking. The
f Adapt your driving style to the prevailing road
Steering, vehicle remains steerable under all proper operation of ABS is perceived by the driver
and weather conditions.
braking forces when ABS is engaged. as a pulsating brake pedal in conjunction with au-
f Obey all traffic laws. dible noise and perhaps some vibration.
Good directional control, no swerving caused
by locking of wheels under braking conditions. Other vehicles not equipped with the ABS f If you experience these sensations while driv-
system may not be able to maintain control, ing or a road surface with questionable trac-
Shorter stopping distance, stopping distances
especially on wet or poor road surfaces and tion, reduce vehicle speed appropriate for the
are usually reduced because controlled braking is
thus may be more likely to impact you from prevailing road conditions.
maximized.
behind.
f If full braking should be necessary, press the
Prevention of wheel lock up, no brake- induced
f To minimize that risk, use your ABS system to brake pedal all the way down throughout the
sliding and thus no localized tire wear from emer-
increase your ability to maneuver to avoid dan- entire braking procedure, regardless of the pul-
gency braking.
gerous situations and not merely to try to stop sating pedal. Do not ease up on pressure ap-
The crucial advantage of the ABS system over a in the shortest distance possible. plied to the pedal.
conventional brake system is in the area of main-
The functional readiness of all the main electrical
taining directional control and maneuverability of
components of the ABS is checked by an
the car in emergency situations.
electronic monitoring system both before and
while you drive.
Operation, Safety 59
Warning light USA Warning! Clutch Pedal
Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per-
sonal injury or death. The clutch pedal must be depressed fully
Warning light Canada The control unit of the ABS brake system is before the starter will engage.
set for standard tire size. If non-standard
When the ignition is switched on the ABS warning tires are installed, the control unit may mis- Warning!
light will light up while the system is electronically interpret the speed of the vehicle, because of Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per-
interrogated and goes out when the engine is the variant data it receives from the sensors sonal injury or death.
started if the check is not yet complete. on the axles.
If the ABS warning lamp fails to go out, this indi- f Always check the movement of the clutch ped-
cates that ABS has been deactivated due to a f Use only tire makes and types tested by al before driving and make sure that it is not
fault. If the warning lights in the instrument panel Porsche. obstructed by a floor mat or any other object.
and on-board computer light up while you are driv-
f Secure the floor mat to prevent it from sliding
ing, this indicates that a fault has occurred. In both
into positions that could interfere with the safe
cases, normal braking, as in vehicles without ABS,
operation of your vehicle.
is still retained.
Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you
The ABS system should, however, be examined at nonskid floor mats of the correct size.
an authorized Porsche dealer immediately to pre-
To avoid damage to the clutch and transmis-
vent the occurrence of further faults.
sion:
f If the ABS system becomes inoperative, take
f Always depress the clutch pedal fully when
your vehicle to your authorized Porsche dealer
changing gears.
immediately.
f Do not hold the car on a steep grade with the
clutch pedal partially depressed.
60 Operation, Safety
Sport Mode selection mode for vehicles with PDK transmis-
sion).
A sportier car set-up is obtained when Sport mode
f Please observe the chapters on PSM, PASM
is switched on. Interventions by the Porsche
and PDK.
control systems are intentionally shifted towards
greater agility and driving performance:
Switching Sport mode on and off
– PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Manage-
ment) is automatically changed to Sport mode, Switching Sport mode on and off simultaneously
resulting in a stiffer suspension setup. activates and deactivates the Sport mode in
– When Sport mode is active, the PDK transmis- PASM.
sion switches to a sporty gear-changing map If PASM Sport mode was activated with the PASM
and shortens the gear shifting times. Gear button, PASM remains active.
changes take place faster, but fuel consump- After the ignition is switched off, Sport mode is
tion is also increased. automatically reset to Normal mode.
PSM (Porsche Stability Management) control
gives a sportier road-feel to the vehicle. PSM SPORT button
interventions take place later than in Normal
f Press SPORT button A in the center console. SPORT PLUS button
mode. The driver can maneuver the vehicle
When Sport mode is switched on, the light- (only on vehicles with PDK transmission)
with greater agility at its performance limits,
emitting diode in the SPORT button is lit.
without having to dispense with the assistance In “Sport Plus” mode, the PDK transmission
of PSM in emergency situations. This helps to A sporty gear-changing map is enabled and the changes to a shift program designed for driving
achieve optimal lap times, particularly on race gear shifting times are shortened for the PDK on race circuits. 7th gear is not selected.
circuits with a dry road surface. transmission. The gear-changing performance is enhanced
A sporty driving style is recognized more quickly significantly again compared with “Sport” mode.
– The electronic accelerator pedal reacts
and the gear-changing speeds are adapted to
sooner, and the engine is more responsive to
driving performance. f Please see the chapter “SPORT MODE
throttle inputs. When Sport mode is switched (“SPORT” AND “SPORT PLUS” MODES)” on
on, this function is activated only after the Deceleration downshifts are commenced earlier. Page 180.
driver has floored the accelerator pedal or Downshifts are made during slight decelerations,
released it briefly. even at higher engine speeds. f Press SPORT PLUS button B in the center
console.
– The rpm limiter characteristic is “harder”, i.e. f Please see the chapter “SPORT MODE When Sport mode is switched on, the light-
the engine is immediately throttled when the (“SPORT” AND “SPORT PLUS” MODES)” on emitting diode in the SPORT PLUS button is lit.
performance limits are reached (only in manual Page 180.
Operation, Safety 61
When mode “Sport” is switched on, the logo When mode “Sport Plus” is switched on, the logo
SPORT appears next to the digital speedometer. SPORT PLUS appears next to the digital
speedometer.
62 Operation, Safety
Porsche Stability Management PSM uses these values to determine the direction Examples of PSM control operations
of travel indicated by the driver.
(PSM) PSM intervenes and helps to correct the course if – If the front wheels of the vehicle drift on a
PSM is an active control system for stabilization of the actual direction of motion deviates from the bend, the rear wheel on the inside of the bend
the vehicle approaching the performance limits of chosen course (steering-wheel position): is braked and the engine power is reduced if
driving maneuvers. It brakes individual wheels as needed. In addition, necessary.
the engine power may be manipulated in order to
– If the rear of the vehicle swings out on a bend,
Warning! stabilize the vehicle.
the front wheel on the outside of the bend is
The events below inform the driver of PSM control braked.
Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per-
sonal injury or death. operations and warn him/her to adapt his/her
The increased control that is provided should driving style to the road conditions: Additional braking functions
not induce you to take greater risks with your – The multifunctional information light on the
safety. The limits dictated by the laws of instrument panel flashes. – Pre-filling the brake system:
physics cannot be overcome, even with PSM. The brake system is prepared for possible
The risk of accidents due to inappropriate – Hydraulic noises can be heard. subsequent emergency braking if the acceler-
speed cannot be reduced, even by PSM. – The vehicle decelerates and steering-wheel ator pedal is released suddenly and quickly.
The driver bears the responsibility for all forces are altered as the PSM controls the The brake system is prefilled and the brake
driving maneuvers. brakes. pads are already applied gently to the brake
discs.
f Adapt your driving style to the prevailing road – Reduced engine power.
and weather conditions. – Brake booster:
– The brake pedal pulsates and its position is In the event of an emergency braking operation
f Obey all traffic laws. changed during braking. where the pedal force is insufficient, a brake
In order to achieve full vehicle deceleration, booster provides the braking pressure neces-
Sensors at the wheels, brakes, steering system foot pressure must be increased after the sary for maximum deceleration at all 4 wheels.
and engine continuously measure: brake pedal has begun vibrating.
– Speed Advantages of PSM
– Direction of travel (steering angle) – Best possible traction and lane-holding ability
– Lateral acceleration in all driving situations – even on road surfaces
with varying friction.
– Rate of turn about the vertical axis
– Longitudinal acceleration
Operation, Safety 63
– The system compensates for undesired lateral The following functions stabilize the vehicle in
vehicle reactions when the driver releases the emergency situations, even with PSM switched
accelerator pedal or brakes when cornering. off:
This compensation functions up to the
– When PSM is off, the vehicle is stabilized as
maximum lateral acceleration.
soon as one of the two front wheels enters the
– PSM actively stabilizes the vehicle as required ABS control range.
during dynamic driving maneuvers (e.g. rapid
– When PSM is off and Sport mode is on, the
steering movements, during lane changes or
vehicle is stabilized as soon as both front
on alternating bends).
wheels enter the ABS control range.
– Improved braking stability on bends and on
One-sided spinning of the wheels is prevented,
different or varying road surfaces.
even with PSM switched off.
– It improves braking function and shortens
stopping distance in the event of emergency Switching PSM back on
braking.
f Press PSM OFF button.
Readiness for operation PSM is switched on after a short delay.
Switching off PSM The light-emitting diode in the button and the
PSM is switched on automatically every time you PSM multifunctional light on the instrument
start the engine. f Press PSM OFF button. panel go out.
PSM is switched off after a short delay. The on-board computer shows a message.
PSM should always be switched on during
“normal” driving. The light-emitting diode in the button is lit up.
When the PSM is switched off, the PSM multi-
However, it may be advantageous to switch off functional light on the instrument panel is lit
PSM temporarily in exceptional situations, for and a message is shown on the on-board
example: computer.
– On a loose surface or in deep snow, An acoustic signal also sounds.
64 Operation, Safety
Sport mode f Please have the fault remedied at an author- Towing
ized Porsche dealer.
A sportier car set-up is obtained when Sport or f Please see the chapter “TOWING” on
f Please see the chapter “PUTTING VEHICLE
Sport Plus mode is switched on. Page 259.
INTO OPERATION” on Page 241.
PSM interventions are later than in Normal mode;
the vehicle can be maneuverd with greater agility Checks on test stands
at its performance limits, without dispensing with
the assistance of PSM in emergency situations. Brake tests
This helps to achieve optimal lap times, particu-
Brake tests must be performed only on plate-type
larly on race circuits and a dry road surface.
test stands or roller test stands.
Operation, Safety 65
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM)
PASM makes two running-gear setups available to
the driver: “Normal” and “Sport”.
The selection is made via a button on the center
console.
In Normal mode the running gear is in a comfort-
able setup.
Sport mode offers very sporty shock absorber
tuning.
The variable suspension system selects the appro-
priate damping level for each wheel according to
the situation and driving conditions.
Example:
If the vehicle is driven in a very sporty manner in
Normal mode, PASM automatically adapts the Switching on PASM Sport mode
shock-absorber behavior to the driving situation
accordingly. f Press PASM button in the center console.
When PASM Sport mode is switched on, the
light-emitting diode in the button is lit up and a
message is shown on the on-board computer.
66 Operation, Safety
Rear Spoiler Automatic control Manual control
(automatic mode) (manual mode)
The rear spoiler improves driving stability, espe-
cially at higher speeds. The rear spoiler extends at approx. 75 mph When the ignition is on, the rear spoiler can be
(120 km/h) and retracts again at approx. 50 mph extended and retracted manually using the button
Warning! (80 km/h). in the center console.
Risk of accident, resulting in serious perso- If the automatic control fails, the warning light Note
nal injury or death. lights up.
If the spoiler cannot be extended, driving sta- When the rear spoiler is extended manually, the au-
tomatic control does not operate and the rear
bility will be adversely affected by increased Warning light
rear axle lift, which could lead to loss of con- spoiler must be manually retracted.
trol. The warning light in the on-board computer lights
up when the rear spoiler does not extend over
f Adapt your driving style and speed to the
75 mph (120 km/h) or its end position is not
changed driving conditions.
reached.
f Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Risk of injury during manual retraction or
extension of the spoiler with the vehicle
stationary.
f Make sure that no persons or objects are
within the range of movement of the rear
spoiler.
Risk of damage from pushing the vehicle by
the rear spoiler.
f Do not push the vehicle at the rear spoiler.
Operation, Safety 67
f at speeds between 20 and 60 mph Fixed rear spoiler
(30 and 100 km/h):
Press button briefly. Caution!
The rear spoiler retracts, the light-emitting
diode in the button goes out. Risk of damage to rear spoiler.
The rear spoiler changes to automatic mode. f Please consult the operator before using auto-
f at speeds over 60 mph (100 km/h): matic car washes.
Press button briefly. f Do not push the vehicle by the spoiler.
The rear spoiler remains extended, the light-
emitting diode in the button goes out.
The rear spoiler changes to automatic mode.
Retracting
f at speeds between 0 and 20 mph
(0 and 30 km/h):
Press and hold button until the rear spoiler has
reached its final position.
The light-emitting diode in the button goes out.
The rear spoiler changes to automatic mode.
68 Operation, Safety
Switching on lights Orientation light
f Switch position 1. The light-emitting diode in the interior light impro-
ves your orientation inside the vehicle when it is
Switching on driver’s side:
dark.
Interior lights on driver’s side, footwell and
luggage compartment lights on. Note on operation
Switching on passenger’s side: On vehicles with Sport Chrono Package Plus, the
Reading light on passenger’s side on. brightness of the orientation light can be changed
in PCM.
Switching off lights f Please see the chapter ”Individual Memory“ in
f Switch position 2. the separate PCM operating instructions.
Operation, Safety 69
Parking Aids Note
The sensors must always be kept free of dirt, ice
Parking assistant and snow in order to ensure that they are fully
functional.
When the driver backs up, the parking assistant
system indicates the distance between the car Caution!
and a large obstacle behind it, by means of signal
To avoid damaging the sensors:
tones.
f Maintain sufficient distance when cleaning with
Warning! steam-jet units.
Risk of serious personal injury or death.
Parking assistant cannot detect small ob- Signal tones/function
jects such as children and pets. When reverse gear is selected, the parking
Despite use of the parking assistant system, assistant confirms that it is switched on by issuing
the driver is still responsible for taking due a short signal tone.
care and assessing obstacles when backing A detected obstacle is signalled by an intermit-
up. tent tone. The intervals decrease as the obstacle
Ultrasound sensors
f Make sure that no persons, especially small is approached.
children, animals or obstacles are within the A continuous tone sounds when the distance
Sensors
maneuvering area. becomes less than one foot. This continuous tone
Four ultrasound sensors in the rear bumper meas- can stop if the obstacle is approached closer than
The parking assistant system is activated auto- ure the distance to the closest obstacle. one foot.
matically when reverse gear is selected and the ig- The radio volume should not be so loud as to
– Range middle sensors around 60 in./150 cm
nition is on. drown out the signal tones.
– Range outer sensors around 24 in./60 cm
Note
Obstacles cannot be detected in the “blind” sen-
Be aware that the parking assistant system is sor area (e.g. near the ground).
not switched on if the car rolls backward without
reverse gear being engaged.
70 Operation, Safety
Limits of ultrasonic measurement Preconditions
The parking assistant system cannot detect: – Vehicle must be equipped with seat memory.
– sound-absorbing obstacles (e.g. powder – Set the control switch A to “passenger’s side”.
snow),
– Reverse gear must be engaged.
– sound-reflecting obstacles (e.g. glass surfac-
es, flat painted surfaces) Returning mirror glass to its original position
– and very thin obstacles. f Drive forwards with a speed of over 4 mph
(6 km/h) or
– Other ultrasound sources (e.g. pneumatic
brakes of other vehicles, jackhammers) can f Set the control switch A to “driver’s side”.
interfere with detection of obstacles.
Fault indication
The parking assistant system indicates a fault in
two ways:
– After reverse gear has been selected, the
short signal tone is followed by a continuous A - Control switch for door mirror adjustment
tone of the same pitch:
This indicates that sensors are soiled or cov- Swivelling down mirror glass as a parking
ered with ice. aid
– After reverse gear has been selected, the f Please see the chapter “SEAT MEMORY” on
short signal tone is followed by a continuous Page 35.
tone with a much lower pitch:
This indicates a general system fault. – When reverse gear is engaged, the mirror
Please have the fault remedied at an author- glass on the passenger’s side swivels down
ized Porsche dealer. slightly to show the curb area.
Operation, Safety 71
f Please see the chapter “KEY WITH RADIO RE- Switch position 1
MOTE CONTROL” on Page 16.
Ignition on
Before starting the engine f Turn ignition key to position 1.
Ignition is switched on.
f Apply the footbrake.
f Manual transmission: Note on operation
Fully depress the clutch pedal and put the gear- All electrical equipment can be switched on.
shift lever into neutral.
f Please see the chapter “WARNINGS ON THE
The clutch pedal must be depressed fully
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE ON-BOARD
before the starter will engage.
COMPUTER” on Page 166.
f In vehicles with PDK transmission:
Move PDK selector lever to position P or N.
f Do not press the accelerator pedal.
Switch position 0
O - Initial position
1 - Ignition on Initial position
2 - Start engine
3 - Ignition off The ignition key cannot be withdrawn when the
ignition is switched on or when the engine has
been started.
Ignition/Starter Switch with To withdraw the ignition key:
anti-theft Steering Lock
f Stop the vehicle.
The ignition lock has a total of four ignition lock po-
f In vehicles with PDK transmission:
sitions.
Move PDK selector lever to position P.
The ignition key rebounds to the initial position
from every ignition lock position. f Switch ignition off.
f For your safety, fasten safety belts. f Remove ignition key.
f Please see the chapter “IMMOBILIZER” on
Page 15.
72 Operation, Safety
Switch position 2 Locking the steering column Automatic unlocking
The steering column is unlocked when the vehicle
Start engine Automatic locking
is unlocked with the radio remote control.
f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2. The steering column is automatically locked when
the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock. Note
f Please see the chapter “STARTING PROCEDU-
RES” on Page 75. f To avoid discharging the battery, always re-
Warning! move the ignition key from the ignition lock.
Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per- Please see the chapter “BATTERY” on
Switch position 3
sonal injury or death. Page 239.
Ignition off The steering wheel will lock and will cause
f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 3.
loss of steering. Gong
f Never remove key from the ignition lock or turn If you leave the key in the ignition/steering lock, a
Note on operation the key off while the vehicle is moving. gong will sound when the driver’s door is opened.
The vehicle battery discharges if the ignition key is f Always withdraw the ignition key when This is a reminder to remove the key.
left inserted. leaving the vehicle.
If the vehicle battery is dead, the key can only be
pulled out of the ignition lock if the emergency
operation is performed:
f Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY OPERA-
TION – PULLING OUT THE IGNITION KEY” on
Page 74.
Operation, Safety 73
Emergency operation – pulling out the 3. Use metal hook A to remove the plastic lid B 4. Turn ignition key counter-clockwise as far as it
ignition key from the ignition lock. Make sure that plastic lid will go.
B is not lost.
5. Press metal hook A into opening C.
If the vehicle battery is dead, the key can be pulled
An unlocking sound will be heard.
out only if the emergency operation is performed.
6. Turn the ignition key to initial position (0) and
1. Grasp the fuse box cover at the finger hole and
remove.
pull it off.
7. Re-fit the plastic lid B.
2. Unclip metal hook A on the inside of the cover.
74 Operation, Safety
Starting Procedures Starting the engine prolonged periods with the engine on and the
car not moving.
f Please see the chapter “IMMOBILIZER” on f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2.
An unattended vehicle with a running engine
Page 15.
f As soon as the engine starts, release the igni- is potentially hazardous.
f Please see the chapter “EMISSION CONTROL tion key. If warning lights should come on to indicate
SYSTEM” on Page 198. improper operation, they would go unno-
The first operation of the starter is ended automat-
ticed.
ically when the engine starts.
Warning! If the engine does not start, subsequent starter f Never leave the engine idling unattended.
Serious injury or death may result if you are operations will not be ended automatically.
Danger of fire.
involved in a collision without having fas- If the engine fails to start after 10 or 15 seconds
tened the safety belts. f Do not park or operate the vehicle in areas
of cranking:
where the hot exhaust system may come in
f Fasten safety belts before driving away. f Wait about 10 seconds before engaging the contact with dry grass, brush, fuel spill or oth-
starter again. er flammable material.
Before starting the engine f When starting the engine, be ready to drive f If your car catches on fire for any reason, call
immediately. the fire department.
f Apply the footbrake. Drive vehicle at moderate speeds and avoid Do not endanger your life by attempting to put
f Manual transmission: engine speeds above 4,200 rpm during the out the fire.
Fully depress the clutch pedal and put the gear- first 5 minutes.
Risk of burn injury when standing near or
shift lever into neutral. f Do not let the engine idle to warm up. coming into contact with the exhaust pipe.
The clutch pedal must be depressed fully
before the starter will engage. The exhaust pipe is hot when the vehicle is running
Danger!
and remains hot for some time after the vehicle is
f In vehicles with PDK transmission: Engine exhaust fumes have many compo- turned off.
Move PDK selector lever to position P or N. nents which you can smell. They also contain f To prevent injury, make a point of noting where
Temperature sensors on the engine automatically carbon monoxide (CO), which is a colorless your vehicle’s exhaust pipe is, avoid placing
provide the correct fuel/air mixture required for and odorless gas. your legs near the exhaust pipe, and closely
starting. Carbon monoxide can cause unconscious- supervise children around the vehicle when the
Therefore, it is not necessary to depress the ness and even death if inhaled. exhaust pipe could be hot.
accelerator pedal while starting a cold or a f Never start or let the engine run in an A hot exhaust pipe can cause serious burns.
warm engine. enclosed, unventilated area.
It is not recommended to sit in your car for
Operation, Safety 75
Stopping Engine Risk of burn injury when standing near or Risk of injury. The radiator fans in the front
coming into contact with the exhaust pipe. end of the car may be operating or
f Turn key back to position 3. unexpectedly start operating when the
The exhaust pipe is hot when the vehicle is running
engine is switched on.
f Do not stop engine immediately after hard or and remains hot for some time after the vehicle is
extended driving. turned off. f Carry out work in these areas only with the en-
Keep engine running at increased idle for gine switched off.
f To prevent injury, make a point of noting where
about two minutes to prevent excessive heat
your vehicle’s exhaust pipe is, avoid placing
build-up before turning off engine.
your legs near the exhaust pipe, and closely Automatic garage door
f To avoid discharging the battery, always re- supervise children around the vehicle when the
move the ignition key from the ignition lock. exhaust pipe could be hot. The ignition system in your Porsche may interfere
A hot exhaust pipe can cause serious burns.
f When leaving the car, always remove the igni- with your electronically operated garage door.
tion key, apply the parking brake and engage f To check this, drive your Porsche close to the
1st gear or reverse gear on vehicles with man- Engine-compartment blower, garage door. Make sure not to interfere with
ual transmission or move the selector lever to radiator fan the operating range of the door.
position P on vehicles with PDK transmission.
f Run the engine at different speeds.
f Engage the steering lock by moving the steer- The radiator and radiator fans are in the front of
ing wheel to the left or right. the car. f If the garage door opens or closes without you
Turn the steering wheel to the locking position The engine-compartment blower is mounted in the operating the garage door unit in your car,
before you switch off the engine so that you engine compartment. contact the dealer who installed the automatic
don’t have to exert yourself when locking or garage door to have the frequency and/or
unlocking the steering. Warning! coding of the garage door signal changed or
modified.
Risk of injury.
Warning! After the engine is switched off, the engine-
Danger of injury. Hot engine compartment compartment temperature is monitored for
components can burn skin on contact. approx. 30 minutes.
During this period, and depending on tem-
f Before working on any part in the engine perature, the engine-compartment blower
compartment, turn the engine off and let it cool may continue to run or start to run.
down sufficiently.
f Carry out work in these areas only with the en-
gine off, the ignition off, and exercise extreme
caution.
76 Operation, Safety
Warning!
Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per-
sonal injury or death.
f Whenever stalled or stopped for emergency re-
pairs, move the car well off the road. Switch on
the emergency flasher and mark the car with
road flares or other warning devices.
f Do not remain in the car. Someone approach-
ing from the rear may not realize your vehicle
is stopped and cause a collision.
Danger of fire.
f Do not park or operate the vehicle in areas
where the hot exhaust system may come in
contact with dry grass, brush, fuel spill or
other flammable material.
Operation, Safety 77
Daytime driving lights
Parking lights, side marker lights,
license plate light, instrument illumina- The daytime driving lights are integrated in the
tion, daytime driving lights switched off front auxiliary headlights. These lights are
Canada: daytime driving lights switched switched on only when the engine is running and
on with the light switch in the positions OFF or HOME.
Low beam headlights must be switched on when
Low beam, high beam
driving through tunnels or at dusk, for example.
Only with ignition on,
daytime driving lights switched off Operation of the daytime driving lights may vary
depending on country-specific regulations.
Rear fog light Canada only:
Pull switch to second click. In addition to the auxiliary headlights the parking
Indicator light on. lights are switched on.
USA only:
Warning chime The daytime driving lights can be deactivated in
the on-board computer.
If the ignition key is withdrawn and the door is
opened while the lights (not the Welcome Home f Please see the chapter “ON-BOARD
lighting) are on, a chime warns of possible bat- COMPUTER (BC)” on Page 134.
Light Switch on Vehicles with tery discharge.
Bi-Xenon Headlights Vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus
In some countries, differences are possible Further individual light functions are available in ve-
Lights switched off due to provisions of law. hicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus.
Daytime driving lights are switched on f Please observe the chapter “Individual Memo-
when the engine is running. ry” in the separate PCM operating instructions.
Welcome Home Function
Daytime driving lights are switched on Cornering light
when the engine is running.
The dynamic cornering light is activated above
speeds of 6 mph (10 km/h).
78 Operation, Safety
Automatic Headlight Beam Adjustment Welcome Home Lighting
Vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlights feature Switching on
dynamic headlight beam adjustment.
f Move light switch to the HOME position.
When the ignition is switched on, the level of the
For improved visibility and security when you get
headlight beam automatically changes in accord-
in and out of the car, the daytime driving lights and
ance with the vehicle load.
the tail lights remain on for a certain period of
The level of the headlight beam is automatically
time:
kept constant during acceleration and braking.
– When you get out of the car, the lights are
Checking operation turned on for approx. 30 seconds after the
1. Switch the low beam on. door is opened. The off-delay time resumes
when the vehicle is locked.
2. Insert ignition key and switch ignition on. On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package
The light beam first dips all the way down and Plus, the PCM can be used to set the off-delay
is then adapted to the vehicle load. time. This setting also changes the lighting
If this test item is not met, the headlight beam period for unlocking the vehicle.
adjustment system must be checked by an author- Please observe the chapter “Individual
ized Porsche dealer. Memory” in the separate PCM operating
instructions.
– The lights are turned on for approx.
30 seconds when the vehicle is unlocked.
The lights go out if the ignition is switched on
or when leaving the Welcome Home lighting.
Operation, Safety 79
Daytime driving lights
Fog light in addition to parking lights or
low beam USA only:
Pull switch to first click. The daytime driving lights can be activated/deacti-
Indicator light on. vated in the on-board computer.
f Please see the chapter “ON-BOARD
Rear fog light in addition to fog lights COMPUTER (BC)” on Page 134.
Pull switch to second click.
Indicator light on. Welcome Home Lighting
Warning chime Switching on
If the ignition key is withdrawn and the door is f Move light switch to the HOME position.
opened while the lights (not the Welcome Home
For improved visibility and security when you get
lighting) are on, a chime warns of possible bat-
in and out of the car, the fog lights and the tail
tery discharge.
lights remain on for a certain period of time:
In some countries, differences are possible – When you get out of the car, the lights are
due to provisions of law. turned on for approx. 30 seconds after the
door is opened. The off-delay time resumes
Vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus when the vehicle is locked.
Light Switch on Vehicles with Further individual light functions are available in ve- On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package
Halogen Headlights hicles with the Sport Chrono Package Plus. Plus, the PCM can be used to set the off-delay
time. This setting also changes the lighting
Lights switched off f Please observe the chapter “Individual period for unlocking the vehicle.
Memory” in the separate PCM operating Please observe the chapter “Individual
Welcome Home Function instructions. Memory” in the separate PCM operating
instructions.
Parking lights, side marker lights,
license plate light, instrument illumination – The lights are turned on for approx.
30 seconds when the vehicle is unlocked.
Low beam, high beam
The lights go out if the ignition is switched on
Only with ignition on or when leaving the Welcome Home lighting.
80 Operation, Safety
The turn signal lever turns off automatically when Individual Light Functions
the steering wheel is straightened out after com-
pleting a turn. Further individual light functions are available in
vehicles with Sport Chrono Plus package.
Lane changer f Please refer to the chapter ”Individual Memory“
in the separate PCM operating instructions.
f To indicate your intention when changing lanes
on the freeway, slightly lift or depress the lever
to the resistance point.
The lever will return to the OFF position when
released.
f If the frequency of the display becomes notice-
ably faster, check the operation of the turn sig-
nal bulbs.
Headlight flasher
Operation, Safety 81
Windshield Wiper/ Washer Lever 4 – Windshield wiper – one-touch operation:
f Move wiper lever downwards. The windshield
Warning! wipers wipe once.
Danger of injury when the windshield wipers 5 – Windshield wipers and washer system:
operate unintentionally, e.g. in intermittent f Pull wiper lever towards the steering wheel.
or rain sensor operation. The washer system sprays and wipes while the
Risk of damage to the windshield, wiper sys- lever is pulled towards the steering wheel.
tem and headlight washer. When the wiper lever is released, a few drying
wipes are executed.
f Avoid running the wiper blades over a dry
windshield to prevent scratching the glass. A - Headlight washer (Vehicles with Bi-Xenon
Spray washer fluid on the windshield first. headlights):
A scratched windshield will reduce visibility. The washer sprays only while low beam or high
f Always loosen wiper blades from frozen glass beam is switched on.
before operating wipers to prevent damage to f Briefly push button A to operate headlight
the wiper motor or blades. washer system.
f Always switch off windshield wipers in car f If heavily soiled, repeat wash.
wash to prevent them wiping unintentionally Wiper and headlight washer system
(intermittent or sensor operation). The headlight washer system automatically sprays
0 – Windshield wipers off once for every ten times the front windshield
f Always switch off windshield wipers before 1 – Intermittent/rain sensor operation for washer system is operated.
cleaning the windshield to avoid unintentional front windshield wipers
operation (intermittent or sensor operation). f Move wiper lever upwards to the first click. Note
f Do not operate the headlight washer in car Please see the chapter “RAIN SENSOR” on
The windshield washer nozzles are heated
washes. Page 83.
when the ignition is on, as a precaution against
f Do not operate headlight washer when it is 2 – Windshield wipers slow freezing.
frozen. f Move wiper lever upwards to the second click.
3 – Windshield wipers fast
f Move wiper lever upwards to the third click.
82 Operation, Safety
Rain sensor Changing the sensitivity of the rain sensor
Sensitivity can be set with switch A in 4 stages:
In vehicles with a rain sensor the amount of rainfall
(snowfall too) which has settled on the windshield f Adjust switch A upwards –
is measured. Wiper speed is automatically adjus- high sensitivity.
ted accordingly. The setting is confirmed by one wipe of the
windshield.
Switching on
f Adjust switch A downwards –
f Move wiper lever upwards to the first click. low sensitivity.
Operation, Safety 83
f On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package
Plus, further rear wiper functions can be selec-
ted via the PCM.
f Please see the chapter ”Individual Memory“ in
the separate PCM operating instructions.
Rear wiper
6 – Rear window wiper - intermittent opera-
tion:
f Move wiper lever forwards to the first click.
The rear window wiper wipes at preset inter-
vals.
The rear wiper is automatically switched off when
a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h) is exceeded.
It is switched on again when the speed falls below
118 mph (190 km/h).
84 Operation, Safety
Note
f Pay attention to the final control date on the
fire extinguisher.
If the fire extinguisher is used after its expira-
tion date has elapsed, it may not operate
properly.
f Follow the operating instructions on the fire
extinguisher.
f The functional ability of the fire extinguisher
should be checked by a specialist workshop
every 1-2 years.
f After use, have the fire extinguisher refilled.
Operation, Safety 85
Vehicles with PDK Hold and store speed
Downshifts are carried out to help maintain the
f Bring the car to the desired speed with the
pre-selected speed (especially when driving down-
accelerator.
hill).
f Then briefly push the operating lever forward
Warning! (position 1).
Risk of an accident resulting in serious per-
sonal injury or death. A constant speed may Accelerating (e.g. to overtake)
not be safe in heavy traffic, or on winding or
Option 1
slippery roads.
With the speed control system engaged, the f Increase the speed as usual with the
engine speed will not return to idle when re- accelerator.
moving the foot from the accelerator pedal. When you ease off the accelerator, the
previously saved value is set again.
f Do not use the speed control when it may be
unsafe to keep the car at a constant speed. Option 2
f Observe all local and national speed limits. f Push operating lever forward (position 1) until
A- Automatic speed control readiness off/on the desired speed is reached.
1- +SPEED/SET (accelerate/store)
The speed reached is maintained and stored
2- –SPEED (decelerate) Switch automatic speed control when the lever is released.
3- OFF (interrupt) readiness on
4- RESUME
Option 3
f Press button A on the automatic speed control
Automatic Speed Control lever. f Push lever slightly forwards (position 1)
(a maximum of 10 times).
The automatic speed control maintains any This green indicator light in the
The speed is increased by 1 mph (1.6 km/h),
selected speed between 15 mph and 145 mph speedometer now indicates readiness
each time the lever is pushed forwards.
(30 km/h and 240 km/h) without you having to
use the accelerator pedal. Note on operation
The automatic speed control is operated with the
lever on the steering wheel. Speed control operation is automatically interrupt-
ed if the speed is increased by more than approx.
16 mph (25 km/h ) for longer than 20 seconds.
86 Operation, Safety
Decelerating Interrupting automatic speed control Resuming the stored speed
operation
Option 1 f Briefly push operating lever upwards
f Pull operating lever downwards briefly (position 4).
f Pull operating lever towards the steering wheel
(position 3) or The speed control accelerates/decelerates
(position 2) until the desired speed is reached.
the vehicle to the stored speed.
The speed reached is maintained and stored f Operate brake or clutch pedal or
when the lever is released. The stored speed should only be recalled when
f Switch PDK to selector lever position N.
traffic conditions and the road surface so permit.
Option 2 f Please see the chapter “PORSCHE DOPPEL-
f Briefly move lever towards the steering wheel KUPPLUNG (PDK)” on Page 178. Switching automatic speed control
(position 2) (a maximum of 10 times). The speed driven before the interruption remains readiness off
The speed is reduced by 1 mph (1.6 km/h), stored in the memory.
each time the lever is moved towards the f Press button A on the automatic speed control
steering wheel. Automatic speed control operation is lever.
interrupted automatically: The green readiness light in the speedometer
Vehicles with PDK goes off.
– If the set vehicle speed is exceeded by more
Downshifts are carried out to improve decelera- than approx. 16 mph (25 km/h) for longer than Note
tion (especially when driving downhill). 20 seconds.
The stored speed value is cleared when the
– If the actual vehicle speed falls to approx. vehicle is parked and the ignition is switched off.
37 mph (60 km/h) below the set vehicle speed
for longer than 60 seconds (upward slopes). Important note
– For PSM control operations. On upward or downward slopes, the set speed
cannot always be maintained by the automatic
speed control.
f To obtain sufficient engine braking or a better
engine-speed range, a lower gear needs to be
selected.
Operation, Safety 87
The cupholder extends
out.Cupholder
(holder for drink cans and cups)
f Keep the cupholder closed while driving.
Warning!
Risk of scalding or damage due to spilling
drinks.
f Only use beverage containers which fit.
f Never put overfull containers in the cupholder.
f Never place hot drinks in the cupholder.
88 Operation, Safety
Emptying
f Open ashtray and carefully pull out ash insert.
f Leave ashtray lid open.
Push in ash insert.
Warning!
Danger of fire.
f Never use ashtray for waste paper disposal,
as it could pose a fire hazard.
Closing cupholder
f Push cupholder drawer in.
f Open panel in the middle.
f Close and engage the cupholder.
f Close panel in the middle.
Operation, Safety 89
Heating lighter
f Open ashtray lid.
f Push in knob of the cigarette lighter.
When ready for use, the lighter will snap back.
Note on operation
The lighter receptacle is not to be used for
electrical accessories (except for the tire filling
compressor).
Maximum power consumption: 150 W
f Please see the chapter “SOCKETS” on
Page 235.
90 Operation, Safety
Storage in the Passenger
Compartment
Warning!
Unsecured luggage and heavy objects may
come loose during braking, rapid directional
changes or in an accident and cause serious
personal injury or death.
f Do not transport any heavy objects in the
storage trays.
f Do not carry unsecured luggage or objects in
the passenger compartment.
Operation, Safety 91
Glove compartment CD holder Side storage compartments behind the
seats
Warning! Occupied drawers are indicated by a red window.
Warning!
Risk of injury by the glove compartment lid in Opening drawers
case of an accident. Danger of injury during braking, rapid direc-
f Push the button of the drawer you wish to tion changes or in an accident.
f Keep the glove compartment closed while open.
driving. f Do not carry items of luggage or objects in the
Closing drawers passenger compartment unsecured.
Opening f Fold up CD drawer and close until it engages. f Do not transport any heavy objects in the odd-
f Pull the catch and open the lid. ments tray.
Pen holder
Locking Opening
A pen can be clipped in on the right side of the CD
f Lock the catch to secure the contents against f Lift lid on the handhold.
holder.
unauthorized access.
92 Operation, Safety
Important Note
If the vehicle battery is discharged, the front lug-
gage compartment lid can be opened only by con-
necting an external electrical power source.
f Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY UNLO-
CKING OF THE FRONT LUGGAGE COMPART-
MENT LID” on Page 238.
or the description inside the fuse box lid.
Warning message
A warning message in the on-board computer
comes on if the lids are not completely closed.
f Fully close the lid.
A - Opening front luggage compartment lid Opening front luggage compartment lid
B - Opening rear luggage compartment lid
Caution!
Front Luggage Compartment Lid Risk of damage to luggage compartment lid
or windshield wipers.
Unlocking the lid
f Make sure that the windshield wipers are not
f Operate pull-button A next to the driver’s seat folded out forwards when opening the lid.
or corresponding button of the remote control.
When the lid is open, the luggage compart- f Raise lid slightly and unlatch the safety catch
ment is lit. with the red lever (arrow).
Operation, Safety 93
Closing front and rear luggage
compartment lid
f Lower the lid and close it.
f Push the lid closed with the palm of your hand
in the area of the lock.
Check that the lid has correctly engaged in the
lock.
Warning!
Risk of loss of control or an accident,
resulting in serious personal injury or death.
f Should you notice at any time while driving that
one of the lids is not secured properly, please
stop immediately in a suitable place and close
it.
The front lid may fly up impairing vision.
Front Luggage Compartment E- Adapter for security wheel bolts
F- Tire filling compressor
G- Towing hook
Access covers A and B H- Tool kit
I - Tire sealant
Caution!
f Open tool box and place it on the floor of the
Risk of injury or damage. luggage compartment.
f Do not store any objects behind the access
covers A and B. Closing
f Insert tool box into the guide pegs in the lugga-
ge compartment floor.
Tool box
f Close tool box and lock the turn-locks C.
Opening
f Unlock turn-locks C.
94 Operation, Safety
Opening the rear lid
Caution!
Risk of damage to the paint on the rear lid if
this touches the load transported on the roof
rack when opening.
f Only open the rear lid if this cannot touch the
load.
Operation, Safety 95
A - Topping up engine oil Luggage net, tie-down rings f Hang the luggage net on the 4 tie-down rings
B - Checking coolant level or topping up around the engine cover or in the rear luggage
Warning! compartment.
Rear luggage compartment Unsecured luggage and heavy objects may
come loose during braking, rapid directional
Service flap changes or in an accident and cause serious
personal injury or death.
f Press catch button on the service flap and
open flap. f Do not carry items of luggage or objects in the
passenger compartment unsecured. Secure
load against sliding.
f Do not transport heavy objects under the lug-
gage net.
96 Operation, Safety
Cargo partition 2. Lift the cargo partition somewhat from the lug- 3. Put cargo partition at an angle and lift out from
gage compartment and disengage on both si- the lower mounts A.
Warning! des from the upper hooks B and hold.
Unsecured luggage and heavy objects may
come loose during braking, rapid directional
changes or in an accident and cause serious
personal injury or death.
f Do not carry items of luggage or objects in the
passenger compartment unsecured. Secure
load against sliding using the cargo partition.
Operation, Safety 97
3. Fold the cargo partition forward carefully (do
not press down with force) and lay it on the car-
pet.
Make sure that the partition does not slip out
of the lower mounts.
4. Turn both turn-locks to ”Lock closed“ on the
cargo partition.
98 Operation, Safety
Luggage cover
The luggage cover protects luggage in the rear
storage area from direct sunlight and curious
eyes.
Caution!
Risk of damage to luggage cover from
sharp-edged or sliding pieces of luggage.
f Always remove luggage cover when pieces of
luggage can damage the luggage cover.
Operation, Safety 99
Note Danger!
f When loading the luggage compartment, make Risk of accident.
sure that items of luggage or other objects If the warning message in the on-board com-
cannot become caught on handle A. puter lights up when the vehicle is in motion,
This could cause the luggage compartment to the lid may impact in front of the windshield
open unintentionally. and can tear off.
You can lose control of the vehicle, and
Warning message serious personal injury or death may result.
A warning message in the on-board computer f Stop the vehicle immediately when the warning
lights up when unlocking handle A is operated. message lights up.
f Stop the vehicle immediately when the warning f Check the luggage compartment.
message lights up. f Close the lid.
f Check the luggage compartment.
Note
f Close the lid.
f The front lid cannot be opened from the inside
Front luggage compartment Function with vehicle stationary if the battery is disconnected or empty.
Safety reasons therefore require that you
unscrew the latch striker of the front lid
Trunk Entrapment If the luggage compartment lid is unlocked with
lock if you plan to put the vehicle out of
unlocking handle A, the lid can be opened from the
Your vehicle is equipped with an internal front trunk inside immediately. operation for an extended period.
release mechanism. f Please consult your authorized Porsche
A person trapped in the front luggage compart- Function with vehicle in motion dealer.
ment can release the lid from the inside using They will advise you about the necessary
unlocking handle A. If the luggage compartment lid is unlocked with measures.
The handle A is fluorescent and glows in the dark. unlocking handle A when a speed of 2 mph
(3 km/h) is exceeded, the warning message in the
on-board computer lights up.
At the same time, the lid is unlocked and the latch
striker pops into the catch-hook position.
f Please see the chapter “LOAD SWITCH-OFF f Please see the chapter “LOAD SWITCH-OFF AF-
When put into operation for the first time, a TER 2 HOURS OR 7 DAYS” on Page 236.
AFTER 2 HOURS OR 7 DAYS” on Page 236. distance of approx. 30 miles (50 km) must be
driven in order for the navigation system to FM reception
Warning! complete the process of fine calibration.
A vehicle is not an ideal place to listen to a radio.
There is a danger of accident if you set or The same applies when the tires are changed (e.g.
Because the vehicle moves, reception conditions
operate the on-board computer, radio, navi- summer/snow tires) or new tires fitted.
are constantly changing.
gation system, telephone or other equipment Full location accuracy is not yet achieved during
Buildings, terrain, signal distance and noise from
when driving. the fine-calibration process.
other vehicles are all working against good recep-
This could distract you from the traffic and If the vehicle has been transported (e.g. ferry, car tion.
cause you to lose control of the vehicle re- train), the system may take a few minutes to deter- Some conditions affecting FM may appear to be
sulting in serious personal injury or death. mine the current location after it has been problems when they are not.
f Operate the components while driving only if switched on.
The following characteristics are completely nor-
the traffic situation allows you to do so safely. Serious tire slip (e.g. spinning wheels on snow) mal for a given reception area, and they do not in-
f Carry out any complicated operating or setting may result in temporarily inaccurate navigation. dicate any problem with the radio itself.
procedures only with the vehicle stationary. When the battery has been disconnected, it may
Note
take up to 15 minutes before the navigation
The reception conditions for the radio module system is operational again. Electronic accessories should only be installed by
integrated in the PCM change continuously as you your authorized Porsche dealer.
drive. Interference from buildings, terrain and the Equipment which has not been tested and ap-
weather is unavoidable. proved by Porsche may impair radio reception.
FM stereo reception is particularly susceptible to
varying reception conditions.
Electronic accessories should only be retrofitted
by your authorized Porsche dealer.
Note
Do not leave an iPod, USB storage device or an
external audio source in the vehicle for a
prolonged period as extreme ambient conditions
(temperature fluctuations, air humidity) can occur
in the vehicle.
Automatic Air Conditioning System, Heated Rear Window/Door Mirror Heating 109
A - Defrosting the windshield
B - Heated rear window
C - Temperature sensor
D - AC OFF button (air-conditioning compressor off/on)
E - Recirculating-air button
F - Temperature button
G - AC max
H - Air distribution to footwell
I - Air distribution to central and side vents
J - Air distribution to windshield
K - Blower speed button
110 Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating
Defrosting the windshield AC OFF– switching the air-conditioning Air distribution
compressor on and off
The individual air distributions can be combined as
f Press button A (switch on or off).
The air conditioning compressor switches off desired.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
automatically at temperatures below approx. If an air distribution is not selected, no symbol
The windshield is demisted or defrosted as
37 °F/3 °C and cannot be switched on, even appears in the display panel. Air flows then from
quickly as possible.
manually. all vents as well as to the windshield.
Air flows to the windshield only.
Whenever outside temperatures exceed approx. Recommended setting in Summer –
Recirculating-air setting 37 °F/3 °C, the air-conditioning compressor can Air distribution to central and side vents
be switched on or off manually.
Recommended setting in Winter –
The outside-air supply is interrupted and only the
The compressor can be switched off manual to Air distribution to footwell and windshield
inside air is circulated.
save fuel.
Air distribution to footwell
Warning! f Press AC OFF button D.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
Risk of accident due to impaired vision, f Press button H.
The compressor is switched off.
resulting in serious personal injury or death. The selection appears on the display panel.
In recirculating-air setting, the windows may f If the interior temperature is too high, switch The air flows to the footwell.
fog up. on the compressor again.
Air distribution to center and side
f Only select recirculating-air setting for short To dry incoming air in damp weather, do not vents
periods. switch off the air-conditioning compressor.
f Press button I.
This prevents fogging of windows.
f If the windows fog up, switch recirculating-air The selection appears on the display panel.
setting off immediately by pressing the The air flows from the central and side vents.
recirculating-air button again and select the AC max operation Vents must be open.
”Defrost windshield“ function.
In AC max operation, the interior of your vehicle is Air distribution to windshield
cooled as quickly as possible.
Switching recirculating-air mode on or off
f Press AC max button H. f Press button J.
f Press recirculating-air button E. The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. The selection appears on the display panel.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. The air flows to the windshield.
Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating 111
Information on air-conditioning
compressor
– May switch off briefly to ensure sufficient
engine cooling if the engine is operating under
extreme load.
– The air-conditioning compressor switches off
automatically at temperatures below approx.
37 °F/3 °C and cannot be switched on, even
manually.
– Operates most effectively with the windows
closed.
If the vehicle has been in the sun for a long
time, it is a good idea to ventilate the interior
briefly with the windows open.
– Depending on the outside temperature and hu-
midity, condensation can drip from the evapo-
rator and form a pool under the car.
This is normal and not a sign of leakage.
– If uncooled air flows out when the lowest
temperature has been set, switch off the air
conditioning compressor and have the fault
remedied.
Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer
for further information.
112 Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating
A- Defrosting the windshield
B- Heated rear window
C- Temperature sensor
D- AC OFF button (air-conditioning compressor off/on)
E- Recirculating-air button
F- Temperature button
G- AUTO button (automatic mode)
H- Air distribution to footwell
I - Air distribution to central and side vents
J- Air distribution to windshield
K- Blower speed button
Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating 113
Setting temperature Defrosting the windshield Adjusting blower speed
f Press button F upwards or downwards
f Press button A (switch on or off). f Press button K upwards or downwards respec-
respectively.
The windshield is defogged or defrosted as tively.
To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature quickly as possible. The preset blower speed is increased or
can be adjusted between 61 °F and 85 °F/16 °C Air flows to the windshield only. decreased.
and 29.5 °C. The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
The speed stages are indicated by a bar display.
Recommendation: 72 °F/22 °C.
AC OFF – switching compressor for air- If the button is pressed downwards at the lowest
If “LO” or “HI” appears on the display, the system
conditioning system on and off blower stage, the blower and automatic control
is operating at maximum cooling or heating pow-
are switched off. “OFF” will appear on the display
er.
The air-conditioning compressor switches off field.
Automatic control is no longer active.
automatically at temperatures below approx. Pressing the button upwards or pressing the
Note 37 °F/3 °C and cannot be switched on, even AUTO button switches the blower and automatic
manually. control back on again.
If the preselected temperature is changed, the
blower speed can increase automatically in auto- Whenever outside temperatures exceed approx.
matic mode. 37 °F/3 °C, the air-conditioning compressor is Recirculating-air setting
The desired temperature is reached more quickly always switched on in automatic mode.
this way. The compressor can be switched off to save fuel,
but control comfort is then limited: Warning!
Sensors
f Press AC OFF button D. Risk of accident due to impaired vision,
To avoid affecting the performance of the air-con- The compressor is switched off. resulting in serious personal injury or death.
ditioning system: The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. In recirculating-air setting, the windows may
fog up.
f Do not cover the sun sensor on the instrument f If the interior temperature is too high, switch
panel or the temperature sensor C. compressor back on or press AUTO button. f Only select recirculating-air setting for short
periods.
To dry incoming air in damp weather, do not
switch off the air-conditioning compressor. f If the windows fog up, switch recirculating-air
This prevents fogging of windows. setting off immediately by pressing the
circulating-air button again and select the
“Defrost windshield” function.
114 Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating
Switching recirculating-air setting on or off Air distribution to footwell General instructions for air-conditioning
f Press button E. compressor
The outside-air supply is interrupted and only f Press button H.
– Can switch off briefly if engine is under an ex-
the inside air is circulated. The air flows to the footwell.
treme load to ensure sufficient engine cooling.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. The selection appears on the display panel.
– Switches off automatically at temperatures be-
Over approx. 37 °F/3 °C Air distribution to central and side
low approx. 37 °F/3 °C and cannot be
vents
If the air-conditioning compressor was off, it switched on, even manually.
switches on automatically. The duration of recircu- f Press button I.
– Operates most effectively with windows
lating-air setting is not limited. The air flows from the central and side vents.
closed.
Vents must be open.
If the car has been in the sun for a long time, it
Below approx. 37 °F/3 °C The selection appears on the display panel.
is a good idea to ventilate the interior briefly
The air-conditioning compressor is switched off. Air distribution to windshield with the windows open.
Recirculating-air setting is automatically ended
– Depending on the outside temperature and hu-
after approx. 3 minutes.
f Press button J. midity, condensation can drip from the evapo-
Air distribution The air flows to the windshield. rator and form a pool under the vehicle.
The selection appears on the display panel. This is normal and not a sign of leakage.
The individual air distributions can be combined as
Note on operation – If uncooled air flows out when the lowest
desired.
temperature has been set, switch off the air-
Recommended setting in Summer: f On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package conditioning compressor and have the fault
Air distribution to central and side vents. Plus, individual air conditioning settings can be repaired at an authorized Porsche dealer.
stored on your vehicle key.
Recommended setting in Winter: Please observe the chapter “Individual
Air distribution to footwell and windshield. Memory” in the separate PCM operating
instructions.
Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating 115
Fresh-air Intake
To ensure proper air intake:
f Keep the fresh-air inlet between the luggage
compartment lid and the windshield free from
snow, ice and leaves.
Closing vents
f Rotate knurled wheel downward.
116 Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating
Switching on
f Press button.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
After approx. 15 minutes, the heating switches off
automatically.
The heater can be switched back on by pressing
the button again.
Switching off
f Press button.
The light-emitting diode in the button goes out.
Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating 117
118 Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating
Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings
Instrument Panel USA Models ..................... 120
Instrument Panel Canada Models ................ 122
Automatic Speed Control Indicator light ...... 124
Instrument Illumination ............................... 124
Trip Odometer .......................................... 125
Speedometer ............................................ 126
Changing over between Miles / Kilometers .. 126
Tachometer .............................................. 127
Turn Signal Indicator Light ......................... 127
High Beam Indicator Light .......................... 127
Gear Shift Indicator
(in vehicles with manual transmission) ......... 127
Cooling System ......................................... 128
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) .................. 129
Fuel .......................................................... 130
Clock ....................................................... 131
Outside Temperature ................................. 131
Check Engine (Emission Control) ................ 133
On-Board Computer (BC) ............................ 134
Warnings on the instrument panel and
the on-board computer .............................. 166
Warning!
Risk of loss of control or accident, resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
f Do not reach through the steering-wheel
spokes while driving.
Note
A - Adjustment button for instrument illumination and Dimming instrument illumination
When the car lights are switched on, the instru-
trip counter
ment lighting for light dials switches on and off f Turn adjustment button A in the appropriate di-
automatically depending on the ambient bright- rection and hold it until the desired brightness
Automatic Speed Control ness. has been reached.
Indicator light The chosen level of brightness is indicated by a
Indicates automatic speed control readiness. bar display in the display field of the on-board
computer.
Trip Odometer
Warning!
Risk of loss of control or accident, resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
f Do not reach through the steering-wheel
spokes while driving.
Caution!
Fuel To prevent damage to the emission control
system and engine.
Level gage f Never drive the tank completely out of fuel.
f Avoid high cornering speeds after the warning
When the ignition is on the fuel level is displayed.
lights have come on.
f Please see the chapter “CAPACITIES” on
Page 271. f Please see the chapter “EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM” on Page 198.
If the vehicle’s inclination changes (e.g. going up
or downhill), minor deviations in the indication may
occur.
Note
Functions and display possibilities
The values “Average speed”, “Average consump-
Note tion” and “Daily trip mileage” can be reset to zero
The available items and displays in the on-board in the SET menu.
computer depend on the equipment of your vehi-
cle. For this reason it is possible that some of the
items and displays shown here are not available in
your on-board computer.
Note
Holding the lever up or down for a longer period
will adjust the speed in steps of 6 mph (10 km/h).
f Push operating lever forward.
Note
Rejected phone calls can be recalled with the
menu item “Missed calls”.
Stopwatch displays:
– on the stopwatch on the instrument panel,
CHRONO
Stopwatch – in the on-board computer menu CHRONO,
– on the performance display in the PCM.
You can use the stopwatch to measure time inter-
vals, e.g. on the race circuit or on work-related Starting/stopping stopwatch
journeys. Measured lap times can be stored and
evaluated if the vehicle is equipped with Porsche All stopwatch displays are started and stopped via
Communication Management (PCM). the on-board computer menu CHRONO.
Note
The tire pressure menu can only be called up when
the vehicle is stationary.
Note
This menu is displayed only if the tire pressures
are different for the approved tire sizes.
The tire pressure warning light in the instrument At speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h):
panel goes out only when the tire pressure has The pressure in the tire has dropped by more
been corrected. than 5 psi (0.4 bar). This significant pressure
loss is a danger to road safety.
f When the tire pressure warning appears, stop
immediately at a suitable location. Check the
indicated tire for signs of damage. If neces-
sary, fill in tire sealant and set the correct tire
pressure.
Failure
A failure of the oil level display is indicated by a
warning message on the on-board computer.
Add engine oil immediately. If an oil level measurement was initiated manually
on the on-board computer and no oil was topped
The difference between the minimum and up, the message “Check engine oil level” is
maximum marks on the segment display is displayed again when the vehicle is driven.
approx. 1.3 quarts (1.25 litres).
One segment of the display corresponds to a
top-up quantity of approx. 0.42 quarts (0.4 litre).
f Add engine oil if necessary.
Switch off ignition before adding engine oil.
Reset
SET
Basic setting on on-board computer – Reset all,
Reset average consumption,
Switching on selection field “D” Reset average speed,
f Push operating lever forward. Reset trip counter
f Select the desired function with the operating – Temperature: °Celsius, °Fahrenheit
lever: – Tire pressure: bar, psi
Ignition key
not removed
Replace battery Replace the remote-control battery.
in ignition key
Ignition lock faulty, Have the fault remedied at an authorized
please go to workshop Porsche dealer.
Ignition lock faulty, Have the fault remedied at an authorized
visit workshop now Porsche dealer.
Relieve steering Relieve the steering lock by moving the steering
wheel to the left or right.
Steering locked The steering wheel lock remains engaged.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Lights on Low beam/side marker lamps on
166 Warnings
Instrument On-board Text display on on-board Meaning/measure
panel computer computer
Check left/right dipped beam (low The reported light is faulty. Check bulb.
beam) Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
also applies to:
direction indicator, high beam, side in-
dicator light, reversing light
Daytime Daytime driving lights switch off when the en-
driving lights off gine is shut off. Switch on lights if necessary.
Headlight beam Have the fault remedied at an authorized
adjustment faulty Porsche dealer.
Front lid not closed Close front luggage compartment lid properly.
Rear lid not closed Close rear luggage compartment lid properly.
Warnings 167
Instrument On-board Text display on on-board Meaning/measure
panel computer computer
LIMIT Selected speed limit (e.g. 30 mph) for the
30 acoustic warning signal has been exceeded.
Adjust your speed if necessary.
Fuel gage warning Consider remaining range Refuel at next opportunity.
light
Check engine oil level Start engine oil level measurement in the
on-board computer.
Engine oil pressure too low Stop immediately at a suitable place, measure
oil level with the on-board computer and, if nec-
essary, add engine oil.
Warning light Engine temperature too high Switch engine off and let it cool.
Temperature gage Check coolant level and, if necessary,
add coolant.
Temperature gage Check coolant level Switch engine off and let it cool.
warning light flash- Check coolant level and, if necessary, add cool-
es ant.
Engine diagnostics – workshop Stop immediately at a suitale place and check
tank cap for proper fastening. If the tank cap
was fastened correctly, consult your authorized
Porsche dealer.
Reduced engine power Consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
168 Warnings
Instrument On-board Text display on on-board Meaning/measure
panel computer computer
Oil pressure gage faulty Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Oil temperature Switch engine off and let it cool. Check oil level
too high and, if necessary, add oil.
Please observe the chapter “OIL DISPLAY AND
MEASUREMENT OF THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL“.
Indicator faulty Coolant indicator failed.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Brake pad wear Have the brake pads changed immediately at an
authorized Porsche dealer.
Warnings 169
Instrument On-board Text display on on-board Meaning/measure
panel computer computer
PSM on Porsche Stability Management has been
switched on.
170 Warnings
Instrument On-board Text display on on-board Meaning/measure
panel computer computer
Move selector lever to P Porsche Doppelkupplung:
Move selector lever to position P before with-
drawing key from ignition lock.
Apply brake Porsche Doppelkupplung:
Apply the brake when starting.
Warnings 171
Instrument On-board Text display on on-board Meaning/measure
panel computer computer
System fault Several systems may have failed. Adjust your
Go to workshop driving style. Reduce speed.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Failure of fuel level indicator Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Workshop Porsche dealer.
172 Warnings
Instrument On-board Text display on on-board Meaning/measure
panel computer computer
TPM partial monitoring 1 or 2 wheel transmitters are faulty. The tyre
pressures of these wheels are not monitored.
The other wheels are still monitored.
Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
TPM inactive The Tire Pressure Monitoring is temporarily de-
Brief disturbance activated by excessive tire temperatures (ap-
prox. 248 °F (120 °C)) or external interference
TPM inactive (e.g. from other wheel transmitters inside the
Too many wheel transmitters car). Once the source of the interference is re-
moved, the system is automatically reactivated.
Wheel change? Update the settings in the TPM menu of the
Input new on-board computer at the next opportunity.
TPM settings! Wrong entries will affect the correct pressure in-
formation in the menu. The safety of your vehi-
cle is at risk.
TPM The display of the Tire Pressure Monitoring is
Indicator faulty faulty.
Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
Warnings 173
174 Warnings
Shifting Gears
Manual Transmission, Clutch ...................... 176
Drive-Off Assistant...................................... 177
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ................... 178
Release button
The release button (arrow) in the selector lever
prevents the gear from being changed unintention-
ally.
The release button must be pressed when shifting
to position R or P.
The currently selected gear is retained when you f Press the PDK selector lever or shift button on
change from D to M. the steering wheel forward.
Tow-starting, towing
f Please see the chapter “TOWING” on
Page 259.
f Only use antifreeze authorized by Porsche. f Allow the engine to cool down before opening
the cap and protect your hands, arms and face
from any possible escape of hot coolant.
Checking coolant level
f Keep coolant out of children’s reach.
The expansion tank with its filler orifice is located
f Also, keep coolant away from your pets.
in the rear luggage compartment under the serv-
They can be attracted to it should there be a
ice flap.
spill, or to used coolant left in an open contai-
f Check the coolant level regularly. ner. Coolant can be deadly to pets if consu- 2. Press catch button on the service flap and
med. open flap.
When the engine is cold and the car is level the
fluid level must lie between the “MIN” and “MAX” Risk of damage from overflowing coolant. 3. Cover the expansion tank cap with a thick rag.
markings.
f Take care while topping off coolant not to soil Open cap slowly and carefully and allow over-
the luggage compartment or items of luggage. pressure to escape.
Then unscrew cap completely.
1. Switch engine off and let it cool. 4. Only add a mixture of antifreeze and water in
Please see the chapter “COOLING SYSTEM” on equal parts, and do not exceed the ”Max.“
Page 88. mark.
Antifreeze in coolant:
50% gives protection down to –31 °F/–35 °C
60% gives protection down to –58 °F/–50 °C
5. Screw cap firmly on.
6. Close service flap.
Warning!
Brake fluid is hazardous to your health, and
may be fatal if swallowed.
Brake fluid also attacks paintwork.
f Keep brake fluid out of children’s reach.
f Take care while topping off brake fluid not to
soil the luggage compartment or items of lug-
gage.
Checking the brake fluid level A slight decrease in the fluid level due to wear and
automatic readjustment of the disc brakes is
The reservoir for the hydraulic braking and clutch normal.
systems is located in the luggage compartment. If, however, the fluid level falls markedly or below
the minimum mark, the braking system may have
1. Open and remove cover flap A. developed a leak.
2. Regularly check the brake-fluid level on the f Have the brake system checked without delay
transparent expansion tank through the at an authorized Porsche dealer.
window B.
The fluid level should always lie between the
minimum and maximum marks.
Note press the circulating-air button. We recommend that you have the fluids/oils
A dirty filter can be the cause of reduced air flow: changed at your Porsche dealer, who has the re-
The flow noise heard at full steering lock is system quired lubricants and the necessary filling equip-
related and does not indicate a defect in the f Have filter replaced by your authorized ment.
steering system. Porsche dealer.
f If you suspect an oil leak in the transmission,
Regular filter replacement is part of the routine have your authorized Porsche dealer check it
Checking hydraulic fluid maintenance service. out immediately.
f Please see the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME
CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE”
on Page 186.
The hydraulic fluid reservoir is located in the engi-
ne compartment.
Regular checking of hydraulic fluid is part of
servicing.
Maintenance note
f Periodically clean the wiper blades with win-
dow cleaner, especially after the vehicle has
been washed in a car wash.
We recommend the Porsche window cleaner. If
they are very dirty (e.g. with insect remains),
they can be cleaned with a sponge or cloth.
f Before working on any part in the engine com- f Always support your car with safety stands if it
partment, turn the engine off and let it cool is necessary to work under the car.
down sufficiently. Hot engine compartment Jacks are not suitable for this kind of work.
components can burn skin on contact. f When working under the car without safety
f Be alert and cautious around engine at all stands but with the wheels on the ground,
times while the engine is running. make sure the car is on level ground, the
If work has to be performed with the engine wheels are blocked, and that the engine
running, always set the parking brake, and cannot be started.
make sure the shift lever is in neutral position Remove the ignition key.
or the PDK selector lever in position P or N.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specific govern-
ment test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one
Speed code letter f Protect the valve inserts against soiling with
valve caps.
The speed code letter indicates the maximum per- Use only plastic valve caps.
missible speed for the tire. Soiled valve inserts can cause a gradual loss
This code letter is shown on the tire sidewall. of air.
A- Rim width in inches
B- Rim-flange contour code letter
T = up to 118 mph (190 km/h) Note on operation C- Symbol for drop-center rim
H = up to 131 mph (210 km/h) f The rim width in inches A and the rim offset F D- Rim diameter in inches
E- Double hump
V = up to 150 mph (240 km/h) are visible from the outside. F- Rim offset in mm
The information is inscribed on the back of the
W = up to 167 mph (270 km/h)
spokes near the tire valve.
Y = up to 186 mph (300 km/h)
(Y) = up to 186 mph (300 km/h) as for
Y tires. Speeds of more than
300 km/h (186 mph) are also
possible at a maximum tire load
capacity of 85 % (confirmation from
tire manufacturer required for
speeds of more than 186 mph (300
km/h)).
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and passengers that will be riding in your vehi- and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That
cle. weight may not safely exceed the available car-
go and luggage load capacity calculated in
Step 4.
Wheel Bolts
Danger!
Risk of wheel bolt breakage and wheel sepa-
ration, resulting in serious personal injury or
death.
f Follow all instructions concerning wheel bolts.
Note
Screw in assembly aid for cars without Porsche Ceramic
The tools required for changing a wheel (e.g. jack, Composite Brake
wheel bolt wrench, assembly aids) are not sup-
plied with the car. 9. Remove the remaining wheel bolts.
Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to
advise you. Note on operation
1. Apply the handbrake fully and engage 1st gear f To remove or mount the spacers:
or PDK selector-lever position P and remove Please see the chapter “SPACERS” on
the ignition key. Page 233.
f On vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring, the 3. Read the tire pressure on the gage stem and
settings on the on-board computer must be compare it to the permissble tire pressure.
updated after the wheel change. This information can be found on the tire pres-
sure plate or in the chapter Technical Data.
f Please see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURE FOR Please see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURE FOR
COLD TIRES (68 °F/ 20 °C)” on Page 267. COLD TIRES (68 °F/ 20 °C)” on Page 267.
Screw in two assembly aids for cars with Porsche
Ceramic Composite Brake 4. Remove the pressure gage.
10.Take the wheel off and put a new wheel on. f Please see the chapter “TPM TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING” on Page 151.
Please see the chapter “WHEEL BOLTS” on
Page 226.
11.Insert wheel bolts and tighten by hand.
12.Remove assembly aids, screw in remaining
wheel bolts.
Initially tighten bolts only slightly in diagonally
opposite sequence so that the wheel
is centred.
13.Inflate the tire if necessary.
12.Twist the valve insert firmly into the tire valve Warning!
using the valve turner.
Risk of accident, resulting in serious per-
A- Filler bottle 13.Connect the compressor to the cigarette light- sonal injury or death.
B- Filler hose er and inflate the tire to the prescribed tire
C- Plug of the filler hose pressure. f Have the tire replaced by an authorized
D- Valve turner Porsche dealer immediately.
E- Valve insert
Please see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURE FOR
F- Tire valve COLD TIRES (68 °F/ 20 °C)” on Page 267. f Avoid hard acceleration and high cornering
14.Screw valve cap onto the tire valve. speeds.
Inserting sealant
15.Check the tire pressure after driving for around f Do not exceed maximum speed of 50 mph
1.Leave the object that caused the puncture in (80 km/h).
10 minutes.
the tire.
If the tire pressure is less than 22 psi (1.5 bar), f Please always observe the safety and opera-
2.Remove compressor, sealant and the do not continue driving. ting instructions, which can be found in the
enclosed sticker from the luggage compart- If a value of more than 22 psi (1.5 bar) is indi- separate operating instructions for the sealant
ment. cated, correct the pressure to the prescribed and on the compressor.
value.
3.Adhere the sticker in the driver's field of vision.
4.Shake filler bottle A.
Garage lift
A garage lift must be used only at the illustrated
jacking points.
Caution!
Risk of damage to the wheel housings if the
5 mm spacers are not removed before fitting Removing the spacers
snow chains. 1. Unscrew both countersunk screws (M6x16) on
f To permit the fitting of snow chains, have the the wheel hub.
5 mm spacers removed on all 4 wheels. 2. Remove the spacer.
3. Fasten the brake disc with the short M6x12
countersunk screws, part No.:
900.269.047.09.
Tightening torque 7.5 ftlb. (10 Nm).
4. For wheel mounting without a spacer, 5 mm
shorter wheel bolts (part No.:
997.361.203.01) must be used.
Tightening torque: 96 ftlb. (130 Nm).
Warning!
Risk of short circuit and fire, resulting in
serious personal injury or death.
Replacing fuses or relays with the engine
running or the ignition on could cause elec-
trical shock.
f Disconnect the negative terminal on the
battery during all work on the electrical
system.
Please see the chapter “BATTERY” on In the passenger’s footwell
In storage tray between the front seats
Page 239. (not on vehicles with iPod, USB, AUX interfaces)
Note on operation
Note
f If a fuse blows repeatedly consult an author-
ized Porsche dealer.
f Never try to “repair” fuses: you may cause se-
rious damage to other parts of the electrical
system.
Note
The engine cannot be started with this method.
f Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY
STARTING WITH JUMPER CABLES” on
Page 245.
Unlocking lid
1. Use the key to unlock the vehicle at the door
lock.
2. Remove the plastic cover from the fuse box.
A - Plastic gripper (yellow) 5. Use the black jumper cable to connect the
3. Pull out positive terminal C (red) in the fuse box C - Positive terminal (red) negative terminal of the donor battery to the
using the plastic gripper A (yellow). door arrester D.
4. Use a jumper cable to connect the positive
terminal of the donor battery to the positive 6. Press button 2 on the remote control for
terminal C in the fuse box. approx. 2 seconds to unlock the luggage
compartment lid.
Note The alarm system is switched off.
If the vehicle was locked, the alarm horn will sound 7. Disconnect the negative cable first, then the
when the negative cable is connected. positive cable.
8. Push positive terminal C into the fuse box and
push on the plastic fuse box cover.
Warning!
Risk of damage to alternator and electronic
control units.
f Do not disconnect the battery while the engine
is running.
This also applies to cars equipped with a bat-
tery main switch.
f Never drive the car with a disconnected bat-
tery.
Risk of caustic burns from escaping acid.
1. Switch off engine and all electrical loads. 4. Important: disconnect the negative (–) ground
f Keep vent caps on to avoid spillage. wire first, and then the positive (+) cable -
2. Open turn-locks A.
danger of short circuit!
f Do not tilt the battery when removing and in- Remove plastic lid.
stalling it. 5. Unscrew fastening screw B.
3. Pull off central vent hose C.
6. Remove battery.
Danger!
Risk of short circuit and explosion, resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
f Important: disconnect the negative (–) ground
wire first, and then the positive (+) cable.
Danger!
Risk of short circuit and explosion, resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
f Important: connect the positive (+) cable first,
and then the negative (–) ground wire.
Note
f Please dispose batteries in compliance with
any and all government regulations.
3. Place socket wrench (tool kit) on the unlocking Low beam/high beam
spindle. Halogen/Bi-Xenon headlight
The handle of the wrench should point horizon-
tally to the rear. Opening the lid of the headlight housing
4. Turn socket wrench approx. 180° A. The 1. Unscrew the 4 screws A.
headlight is unlocked and pushed forward
2. First lift release tab B, then push both release
slightly during this process.
tabs C upwards and take off lid.
5. Turn socket wrench back until it is pointing
vertically downward B and leave in position.
6. The headlight is now unlocked and can be
pulled forward out of the fender.
1. Turn housing cover counter-clockwise and take 5. Engage fixing clip, insert plug and close
it off. housing cover.
3. Remove side marker and undo bulb holder Number Plate Light
(bayonet lock).
4. Remove the bulb from the holder and replace Changing bulb
it. Insert holder.
Check operation of the light. 1. Unscrew both screws A and take off the light
lens.
5. Insert the side marker’s retaining lugs A into
the side section at the front. 2. Remove defective bulb from between the
Push in side marker until the securing spring B contact springs and replace.
is felt to engage. 3. Reassemble in reverse order.
6. Press the cap into the wheel housing liner. Check operation of the light.
Screen
The screen upon which headlamp beams are pro-
jected is perpendicular to the floor and the vehi-
cle’s longitudinal axis, flat, uniformly light in color,
unobstructed, and wide and high enough to ac-
commodate the vehicle beam patterns to be
aimed.
The screen should be wide enough to provide at
least 3.3 ft. (1 m) of space outboard of the vehi-
cle’s headlamp spacing.
Pulling vehicle onto flat bed Tieing down vehicle on flat bed
1. Position wooden ramps at the base of the flat 1. Carefully feed towing straps through the open-
bed to reduce the angle of the pull. ing in the rear wheels.
Make sure metal parts of straps do not dam-
2. Reel in the hoist cable and check the underside
age rim.
of the vehicle for any interference.
Make sure the strap is flat over the rim bead.
Make sure brake backing plate is not dam-
aged.
2. Secure straps to rear of flat bed.
3. Reel in hoist cable only far enough to tension
tie-down straps.
Note
This data bank cannot be re-ordered if it is lost or
damaged.
This label contains the following information:
1. Vehicle Identification No.
Vehicle identification number Safety compliance sticker
2. Type/Type description
In accordance with Federal Safety Regulations, The safety compliance sticker is your assurance
3. Engine code/Transmission code the vehicle identification number of your car is lo- that your new Porsche complies with all applicable
4. Paint No./Interior cated at the bottom left of the windshield frame Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards which
and can be seen from the outside. were in effect at the time the vehicle was manufac-
5. Optional equipment tured.
The vehicle identification number is in the luggage
compartment under the battery cover and at the f The sticker also shows the month and year of
bottom left behind the windshield. production and the vehicle identification
number of your car (perforations) as well as
Removing the battery cover the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and the Gross
f Please see the chapter “BATTERY” on Axle Weight Rating.
Page 239.
Cayman Cayman S
Type MA120C MA121C
Horizontally opposed engine, liquid cooled Horizontally opposed engine, liquid cooled
Number of cylinders 6 6
Bore 3.5 in./89 mm 3.8 in./97 mm
Stroke 3.1 in./77.5 mm 3.1 in./77.5 mm
Cubic capacity 176.5 cu. in./2893 cm3 209.7 cu. in./3436 cm3
Net-horsepower 265 hp/195 kW 320 hp/235 kW
at crankshaft speed 7200 rpm 7200 rpm
Net torque 221 ft. lb./300 Nm 273 ft. lb./370 Nm
at crankshaft speed 4400 - 6000 rpm 4750 rpm
Engine oil consumption up to 1.6 quarts/622 miles (1.5 liters/1000 km) up to 1.6 quarts/622 miles (1.5 liters/1000 km)
f These tire pressures apply only to the tire makes and types approved by Porsche.
Please see the chapter “WHEEL BOLTS” on Page 226.
f Please see the chapter “TPM TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING” on Page 151.
The load capacity coefficient (e.g. ”91“) and maximum speed code letter (e.g. ”V“) are minimum requirements.
The load capacity coefficient (e.g. ”91“) and maximum speed code letter (e.g. ”Y“) are minimum requirements.
f When changing tires or fitting new ones: Please see the chapter “WHEEL BOLTS” on Page 226.
Danger!
Installation of sizes not authorized by
Porsche may have a dangerous effect on
the driving stability and could result in
serious personal injury or death.
f Before mounting new tires, check with your
Porsche dealer about the current release status.
Tire and rim sizes Extensive tests are performed before specific tires and wheels are approved by Porsche. Your Porsche dealer has information
about approved tires and wheels and is happy to assist you. If aftermarket tires and/or wheels are installed which are not
approved by Porsche, the vehicle’s roadability and handling characteristics might be impaired. Since Porsche has no data on
such combinations, Porsche cannot stand behind the safety or durability of these aftermarket combinations.
Snow chains Can be mounted only on the rear wheels; maximum speed 30 mph/50 km/h. Use only Porsche authorized fine-link
cross-type or edge chains. Snow chain clearance can be guaranteed only with the tire + rim combination marked*
without spacers. Please see the chapter “SPACERS” on Page 233.
Manual transmission and differential Cayman: approx. 0.79 U.S. gallons/3 liters
Cayman S: approx. 0.85 U.S. gallons/3.2 liters
Power steering approx. 1.1 quarts/1 liter hydraulic fluid Pentosin CHF 11 S® or CHF 202 S®
Brake fluid approx. 0.4 quarts/0.39 liters; use only Original Porsche brake fluid
Windshield washer approx. 0.66 U.S. gallons/2.5 liters without headlight washer
approx. 1.58 U.S. gallons/6 liters with headlight washer
Fuel tank Refill volume approx. 16.9 U.S. gallons/64 liters, including approx. 2.6 U.S.gallons/10 liters reserve.
Fuel quality Your engine is designed to provide optimum performance and fuel economy using unleaded premium fuel with
an octane rating of 98 RON (93 CLC or AKI).
Porsche therefore recommends the use of these fuels in your vehicle.
Porsche also recognizes that these fuels may not always be available. Be assured that your vehicle will operate
properly on unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON (90 CLC or AKI), since the engine’s
”Electronic Octane™ knock control“ will adapt the ignition timing, if necessary.
Empty weight (depending on equipment) 2932 lbs. to 3153 lbs. 2998 lbs. to 3230 lbs.
1330 kg to 1430 kg 1360 kg to 1465 kg
Maximum gross weight 3605 lbs./1635 kg 3682 lbs./1670 kg
Maximum axle load, front* 1731 lbs./785 kg 1731 lbs./785 kg
Maximum axle load, rear* 2017 lbs./915 kg 2017 lbs./915 kg
Maximum useful load, Roof Transport System** 132 lbs./60 kg 132 lbs./60 kg
Empty weight (depending on equipment) 2976 lbs. to 3175 lbs. 3031 lbs. to 3241 lbs.
1350 kg to 1440 kg 1375 kg to 1470 kg
Maximum gross weight 3627 lbs./1645 kg 3693 lbs./1675 kg
Maximum axle load, front* 1731 lbs./785 kg 1731 lbs./785 kg
Maximum axle load, rear* 2072 lbs./940 kg 2072 lbs./940 kg
Maximum useful load, Roof Transport System** 132 lbs./60 kg 132 lbs./60 kg
Dimensions
Cayman Cayman S
Index 275
C Coming home mode................................79, 80 Mirrors .................................................29
Capacities, overview ................................... 271 Communication management.......................101 Windows.................................18, 27, 206
Car care .................................................... 203 Compact disc Drive-Off Assistant.......................................177
Car telephone............................................. 103 Player ................................................102 Driving
Car washes ................................................ 204 Storage................................................92 Hints ......................................................8
Cargo partition ............................................. 97 Compartment monitoring...............................25 Winter ................................................183
Carpet ....................................................... 209 Coolant ......................................128, 187, 271 Driving off
Catalytic converters .................................... 199 Checking ............................................187 Drive-Off Assistant ...............................177
Cautions ............................................ 186, 212 Level..................................................187 Launch Control....................................181
Central locking ........................................... 236 Temperature gage ..............................128 Driving performance....................................270
Emergency operation ...................... 19, 22 Topping off.........................................187 Drop-center rim...........................................223
In cars with alarm system ...................... 21 Warning light.......................................128
In cars without alarm system ................. 19 Cooling system...................................128, 187 E
Overload protection ............................ 236 Warning light.......................................128
Electrical system.........................................235
Central vents .............................................. 116 Cornering light..............................................78 Emergency flasher switch ..............................77
Central warning light ................................... 132 Indicator light......................................127 Emergency operation ....................................22
Changing light-emitting diodes (LEDs) ........... 256 Crankcase ventilation ..................................199
Central locking ................................19, 22
Changing wheels ........................................ 227 Cruise control.................................86, 87, 132 Ignition key ...........................................74
Check engine Cupholder ....................................................88 Lids....................................................238
Warning light ...................................... 132 Tank flap ............................................195
Check engine warning light .......................... 133 D Emergency service .....................................212
Opening the oil filler cap ...................... 189 Data bank...................................................264 Emergency starting with jumper cables.245, 246
Checking pressure...................................... 228 Daytime driving lights ....................................78 Emission control system..............133, 198, 199
Child restraint anchorage .............................. 54 Changing bulbs ...................................256 Engine
Child restraint systems.................................. 50 On-board computer .............................164 Checking the oil level ...........................161
Chime .................................................... 78, 80 Defrosting windows.......................31, 110, 114 Diagram .............................................273
CHRONO Stopwatch.................................... 144 Diagnostic socket .........................................11 Exhaust ..................................................5
Cigarette lighter............................................ 90 Dimensions ................................................272 Number ..............................................265
Circulating-air button ........................... 110, 114 Direction indicator light, front.......................256 Oil consumption ............................10, 188
Clock ................................................. 131, 164 Door ............................................................18 Oil level ..............................................189
Clutch .................................................. 60, 176 Handles................................................18 Oil level indicator.................................161
Clutch pedal ................................................. 60 Locks...........................................18, 205 Oils ............................................188, 271
Combination filter ....................................... 201 Mirror...................................................30 Speeds.................................................10
Comfort seat ................................................ 33 Mirror heating .......................................31 Starting ................................................75
276 Index
Stopping .............................................. 76 Fuel ...................................................130, 195 Flasher ................................................ 81
Engine compartment Containers......................................4, 197 Removing .......................................... 248
Blower ......................................... 76, 128 Economy ............................................194 Heated rear window ..................................... 31
Blower fan .......................................... 128 Evaporation control .............................197 Heated rear window/Door mirror heating ..... 117
Care .................................................. 205 Fuels containing ethanol.......................197 Heater....................................................... 113
Engine oil Level gage .........................................130 Heating ..................................................... 110
Change .............................................. 190 Level warning light ..............................130 High beam
Consumption ........................................ 10 Recommendation ........................196, 197 Indicator light ..................................... 127
Performance class .............................. 191 Recommendations ..............................196 Lever............................................. 78, 80
Recommendation ................................ 190 Tank ..................................................196 High beam, additional
Topping off.........................................189 Function keys ...............................................40 Changing bulb .................................... 251
Viscosity ............................................ 191 Fuses, replacing .........................................237 High-pressure cleaning units........................ 203
Exhaust Home mode........................................... 79, 80
Pipes ..................................................... 5 G HomeLink .................................................. 106
System ................................................ 55 Garage Hoods ................................................. 94, 100
Tailpipes, stainless steel...................... 207 Door ....................................................76 Horn ..................................................... 12, 21
External antenna .........................................104 Hot exhaust pipes .......................................... 5
Door opener .......................................106
Lift .....................................................232
F Gear display .......................................120, 122 I
Filler flap .................................................... 195 Gear shift indicator......................................127 Ignition key .................................................. 72
Fire extinguisher ........................................... 85 Glove compartment.......................................92 Emergency operation ........................... 74
Flat tire ...................................................... 229 Gong..................................14, 73, 78, 80, 137 Ignition lock ................................................. 72
Floor mats.................................................. 209 Ground clearance............................................4 Withdrawing ignition key,
Fluids......................................................... 201 PDK transmission ............................... 180
FM reception .............................................. 101 H Immobilizer.................................................. 15
Fog light ...................................................... 80 Handbrake....................................................55 Indicator lights ................................... 120, 122
Fog light, rear.........................................78, 80 Hands-free microphone ...............................104 INFO Warning messages ............................. 140
Fog lights Instrument
Head restraints .............................................32
Changing bulb..................................... 254 Headlights ..................................................248 Illumination......................................... 124
Footbrake .................................................... 56 Lights............................................ 78, 80
Adjusting ....................................257, 258
Footwell lights .............................................. 69 Beam adjustment ..................................79 Panel................................. 120, 122, 166
Fresh air intake........................................... 116 Changing bulbs ...........................249, 251 Interior ........................................................ 69
Front lid ............................................... 94, 100 Interior lights ............................................... 69
Cleaning system ...................82, 200, 271
Front luggage compartment .......................... 94 Interior mirror .............................................. 30
Index 277
J Lid warning light..............................93, 95 Off delay ................................................79, 80
Jumper cables............................................ 245 Lids .....................................................93 Oil......................................................188, 271
Unlocking lid .........................................16 Change...............................................190
Luggage compartment, warning lights ............93 Checking level.....................................161
K Luggage cover .............................................99 Consumption.........................................10
Key codes.................................................... 15
Luggage net .................................................96 Level checks.......................................189
Keys ...................................................... 15, 16
Level indicator ....................................161
M Recommendation ................................190
L Maintenance ...............................................186 Topping off engine oil ..........................189
LATCH System ............................................. 53 OIL Display and measurement
Make-up mirror .............................................41
Launch Control ........................................... 181 of the engine oil level...................................161
Maximum permitted engine speeds ................10
Leather care .............................................. 208 On-board computer .....................................134
Manual transmission............................176
License plate light................................... 78, 80 Basic settings .............................135, 163
Microphone ................................................104
Lids ............................................... 93, 94, 100 Calling on-board computer functions .....135
Mirror
Emergency unlocking .......................... 238 Functions and display possibilities ........135
Folding in..............................................30
Lifting vehicle ............................................. 232 General information .............................164
Heating ........................................31, 117
Light Language versions ..............................163
Inside ...................................................29
Daytime driving..................................... 78 Operation, controls..............................134
Mirrors...................................................29, 71
Flasher............................. 78, 80, 81, 127 Selecting a radio station ......................150
Anti-glare ..............................................30
Low beam ................................ 78, 80, 81 Setting the clock .................................164
Multi-functional steering wheel........................40
Sensor for instrument illumination 120, 122 Switching daytime driving lights on/off ..164
Switch...................................... 78, 80, 81 Switching on navigation .......................150
Light alloy wheels N Tire pressure warnings ........................156
Inscription .......................................... 223 Navigation ..................................................101 Warnings and messages ......................166
Light functions, individual............................... 81 Selection field, on-board computer .......150 On-board literature ..........................................2
Lights .......................................................... 69 Notes on Operating voice control ...............................134
Care .................................................. 208 Car care.............................................203 Operating your Porsche in other Countries ....194
Headlight beam adjustment ................... 79 Maintenance .......................................186 Orientation light ............................................69
LIMIT Acoustic warning signal for speed limit 137 Number plate light ..................................78, 80 Outside temperatur indicator........................131
Load switch-off ........................................... 236 Changing bulb.....................................256 Oxygen sensor............................................199
Loading information .................................... 224
Locking.................................................. 20, 23 O
Low beam .................................................... 81 Octane rating......................................196, 197
Luggage compartment............................ 94, 96 Odometer...................................................125
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P Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) .......4 Rear window defogger.......................... 31, 117
Paint Porsche Communication Management (PCM).101 Rear window heating .................................. 117
Care .......................................... 203, 205 Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ....................178 Recirculating-air button ............................... 114
Data................................................... 265 Drive-Off Assistant...............................177 Refuelling .................................................. 196
ParkAssistant ............................................... 70 Driving in winter ..................................183 Relays ....................................................... 235
Parking Faults.................................................179 Remote control ............................................ 16
PDK transmission................................ 183 Kickdown............................................182 Readiness............................................ 17
Parking aids ........................................... 70, 71 Launch Control....................................178 Replacing battery ............................... 244
Parking brake ............................................... 55 Manual selection mode ........................182 Standby funktion .................................. 17
Warning light ........................................ 56 Reduced driving program.....................184 Synchronization.................................... 17
Parking light ..................................... 78, 80, 81 Selector lever emergency release ........259 Replacement key.......................................... 15
Particle filter............................................... 201 Selector lever position.................178, 180 Replacing bulbs.......................................... 247
Passenger compartment monitoring............... 25 Shifting gears on the steering wheel .....181 Replacing wiper blades ............................... 202
PDK transmission ....................................... 178 Sport mode ........................................180 Retractable spoiler ....................................... 67
Drive-Off Assistant............................... 177 Transmission fluid ...............................201 Rims
Driving in winter .................................. 183 Porsche Stability Management (PSM)..............63 Diameter ........................................... 223
Faults................................................. 179 Information light ....................................65 Rim width........................................... 223
Kickdown ........................................... 181 Power steering fluid level.....................201, 271 TPM sensors...................................... 219
Launch Control ................................... 181 Power windows.............................................18 Roof transport system ................................ 105
Manual selection mode ........................ 182 Practical tips ..............................................212 Running in.................................................... 10
Reduced driving program ....................184 Putting vehicle into operation .......................241
Selector lever emergency release ........ 259 S
Selector lever positions ....................... 180 R Safety belts ................................................. 42
Shifting gears on the steering wheel ..... 181 Radiator fan..........................................76, 188 Cleaning ............................................ 209
Sport mode ........................................ 180 Radio reception ..........................................101 Tensioner ............................................ 42
Transmission fluid ............................... 201 Rain sensor ..................................................82 Warning light........................................ 43
Warning messages.............................. 184 Range on remaining fuel ......................135, 164 Safety compliance sticker........................... 264
Pen holder.................................................... 92 Rear fender Sealing set ................................................ 230
Plastic parts ............................................... 208 Retractable...........................................67 Seals ........................................................ 208
Care .................................................. 208 Rear lid ..................................................94, 95 Care.................................................. 208
Platform lift ................................................ 232 Unlocking .............................................16 Seat
Porsche Active Suspension Management Rear luggage compartment ...........................96 Adaptive sports seat............................. 33
(PASM)......................................................... 66 Rear spoiler............................................67, 68 Adjustment .......................................... 32
Sport mode .......................................... 66 Rear view mirrors....................................29, 30 Comfort seat ....................................... 33
Index 279
Heating ................................................ 37 Indicator light......................................124 Storage options ............................................91
Memory ............................................... 35 Speed limit .........................................137, 222 Storage possibilities ......................................91
Position................................................ 32 Speedometer .............................................126 Storing your Porsche...................................210
Sports bucket seat ............................... 34 Spoiler .........................................................67 Sun visors ....................................................41
Sports seat .......................................... 33 Fixed....................................................68 Suspension management...............................66
Standard seat....................................... 33 Retractable...........................................67
Ventilation ............................................ 38 Sport Chrono Plus package T
Seat memory CHRONO stopwatch ............................144 Tachometer ................................................127
Operating with the remote control .......... 36 Sport mode ..........................................61 Tail light .....................................................256
Operation with person buttons ............... 35 Sport mode ..................................................65 Tank ..................................................195, 196
Selector lever position ........................ 120, 122 PDK transmission................................180 Ventilation system ...............................197
Selector lever position indicator, Switching on/off....................................61 Technical data ............................................266
PDK transmission ....................................... 179 Switching PASM on/off ..........................66
TEL Telephone information...........................141
Service ...................................................... 141 Sport plus mode ...........................................61
Telephone ..................................................103
SET Basic setting on on-board computer ...... 163 Sports bucket seat .......................................34
Microphone.........................................104
Shift indicator ............................................. 127 Sports exhaust system..................................55
Temperature setting....................110, 113, 114
Shifting gears Sports seat ..................................................33
Temperature, outside indicator.....................131
Drive-Off Assistant............................... 177 Stability management system ........................63
Test stand, measurements ............................65
Manual transmission............................ 176 Standard seat...............................................33
Theft protection ............................................14
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ............ 178 Starter switch ...............................................72
Tie-down rings ..............................................96
Side light, front........................................... 256 Starting........................................................73
Tire
Side marker light .................................... 78, 80 Starting engine .............................................75
Care...................................................217
Changing bulb..................................... 255 Steering column
Damage .............................................217
Side storage compartment ............................ 92 Locking ................................................73
Designations .......................................221
Side vents .................................................. 116 Steering lock ................................................72
Pressure plate ....................................215
Snow chains............................... 221, 267, 269 Steering wheel
Replacements .....................................218
Snow tires.......................................... 220, 268 Adjustment ...........................................38
Traction..............................................216
Socket....................................................... 235 Function keys........................................40
Wear ..................................................216
Spacers ..................................................... 233 Heating ................................................39
Tire pressure monitoring
Spare key .................................................... 15 Lock ....................................................73
Warning light.......................................159
Spare wheel ............................................... 267 Multi functional......................................40
Wheels ...............................................219
Speed code letter ....................................... 222 PDK shift buttons ................................178
Tire pressure monitoring (TPM) ....................151
Speed control....................................... 87, 110 Stopping engine............................................76
Tires ....................................10, 213, 268, 269
Automatic............................................. 86 Stopwatch..................................................144
Care...................................................213
280 Index
Checking pressure .............................. 228 U W
Inscription .......................................... 222 Undercoating......................................198, 206 Warning lights and messages...................... 166
Loading information ............................ 224 Washer
New tires ............................................. 10 Fluid .................................................. 200
Pressure .................................... 214, 270
V
Valves ........................................................218 Fluid warning light............................... 200
Pressure monitoring............................ 151 Washer fluid............................................... 271
Vanity mirror.................................................41
Pressure plate .................................... 265 Washer lever................................................ 82
Vehicle
Removing and storing.......................... 219 Washing .................................................... 204
Care...................................................203
Sealant ...................................... 229, 230 Weights ..................................................... 272
Engine number....................................265
Sidewall .............................................222 Welcome Home Function ........................ 79, 80
Identification .......................................264
Size ................................................... 222 Wheel.................................. 10, 213, 268, 269
Identification label ...............................264
Snow tires .......................................... 220 Alignment .......................................... 219
Identification number ...........................264
Tools ........................................................... 94 Balancing........................................... 219
Lifting.................................................232
Towing............................................... 259, 261 Bolts ................................................. 226
Load capacity .....................................225
Towing hook............................................... 259 Care.................................................. 213
Putting into operation ..........................241
TPM Tire pressure monitoring...................... 151 Changing ........................................... 229
Safety compliance sticker....................264
Track......................................................... 268 Checking pressure ............................. 228
Washing .............................................204
Transmission Inscription.......................................... 222
Vehicle identification number........................264
Drive-Off Assistant............................... 176 Loading information............................ 224
Ventilation ..................................................113
Fluid........................................... 201, 271 Securing bolts.................................... 226
Vents .........................................110, 113, 116
Manual transmission............................ 176 Security wheel bolts ............................. 15
Viscosity, engine oil.....................................191
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) .... 176, 178 Sidewall............................................. 222
Voice control, button ...................................134
Trip Odometer ............................................ 125 Size .................................................. 222
Voice control, PCM .....................................134
Trunk entrapment ....................................... 100 Tire pressure ..................................... 214
Turn signal Tire pressure plate ............................. 265
Indicator light...................................... 127 Tire sealant................................ 229, 230
Turn signal light, front Wheels
Changing bulb..................................... 253 Assembly aids for wheel changes ........ 227
Turn signals ......................................... 81, 127 Care.................................................. 207
TPM sensors...................................... 219
Windows.................................................... 206
Anti-crushing protection ........................ 28
Care.................................................. 206
Opening/Closing .................................. 27
Index 281
Washer nozzles .................................... 82
Washer system ........................... 200, 271
Windshield
Wiper blades, changing ....................... 202
Windshield wipers ................................. 82, 202
Replacing ........................................... 202
Winter operation
Battery............................................... 241
Coolant .............................................. 187
Engine oil ........................................... 188
Jumper cables ............................ 245, 246
Locks ................................................ 205
Seals ................................................. 208
Snow chains ....................................... 221
Tires .................................................. 220
Washer fluid ....................................... 200
Wiper blades ...................................... 202
Wiper
Blades ............................................... 202
Wiper blades
Care .................................................. 206
Changing............................................ 202
282 Index