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Option 3:
AUTO LOCK on and AUTO UNLOCK on
Doors lock automatically when a speed of approx.
4 mph (6 km/h) is exceeded.
On vehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive, the
doors are unlocked automatically when the
ignition key is withdrawn.
On vehicles equipped with Porsche Entry & Drive,
the doors are unlocked when the ignition is
switched off twice.
Option 4:
AUTO LOCK off and AUTO UNLOCK on
The doors do not lock automatically.
If the doors are locked with the central locking
system button:
On vehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive, the
doors are unlocked automatically when the
ignition key is withdrawn.
On vehicles equipped with Porsche Entry & Drive,
the doors are unlocked when the ignition is
switched off twice.
Switching daytime driving lights
on/offNote on operation
The options in the LIGHTS menu can only be set
when the vehicle is stationary.USA only:You can activate/deactivate the daytime driving
lights on the multi-purpose display in the instru-
ment panel.
Canada only:The DAYTIME DRIVING LIGHTS function cannot be
deactivated.1.MAIN MENU
> SETTINGS
> LIGHTS
Select and confirm.
2.Select DAYTIME DRIVING LIGHTS.
3.Confirm selection.
Function ist activated.
Function ist deactivated.
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Setting lighting off delayNote on operation
The options in the LIGHTS menu can only be set
when the vehicle is stationary.
You can set the duration the lig hts re ma in on afte r
the vehicle is locked.
Setting the clockNote on operation
There is also a button on the instrument panel to
call the CLOCK menu:
fPlease see the chapter “C - CLOCK” on
Page 120.
1.MAIN MENU
>SETTINGS
> LIGHTS
Select and confirm.
2.Select OFF DELAY.
3.Confirm selection.
The set off delay time is now active.
4.Select the time input field.
5.Confirm selection.
6.Set the off delay time (Coming Home function):
The time is adjusted by pressing the rocker
switch. Delay times of 15, 30 or 60 seconds
can be set.
7.Confirm selection.
1.MAIN MENU
>SETTINGS
> CLOCK
Select and confirm.
2.Select xx:xx SET.
3.Confirm selection.
4.Select hours or minutes display.
5.Confirm selection.
The desired time can now be set.
6.Set the desired time:
The time is adjusted in hour or minute incre-
ments by pressing the rocker switch.
7.Confirm selection.
Selecting 12 h mode
8.Select 12 h-MODE.
9.Confirm selection.
12 h mode is activated.
12 h mode is deactivated.
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Setting compassThe display is available only for vehicles equipped
with Porsche Radio CDR-23 and magnetic field
sensor.
If you drive your vehicle across the magnetic field
zone set on the multi-purpose display, you must
enter your current zone in the COMPASS menu
(see illustration).
1.MAIN MENU
>SETTINGS
> COMPASS
Select and confirm.
2.Select SET ZONE xx.
3.Confirm selection.
4.Select zone.
The setting is changed in increments of 1 by
pressing the rocker switch.
5.Confirm selection.
Calibrating compassIn rare cases, external disturbances may necessi-
tate calibration of the compass. The warning
message “CAL.” then appears on the multi-
purpose display.
fTo calibrate the compass, follow the displayed
instruction DRIVE IN A FULL CIRCLE.
The display returns to the main menu after
successful calibration.
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Changing language for displaysNote
Changing the language will affect the entire multi-
purpose display.
Changing units for displaysAvailable categories and units– Speedometer:
km/h - km, mph - mls
– Consumption:
l/100 km, km/l, MPG (UK),
MPG (US)
– Temperature:
°C - CELSIUS, °F - FAHRENHEIT
– Tire pressure:
bar, psi
Resetting display to factory
settingsAll settings made (Clock, Comfort, Lights, Units,
Language) can be reset to the factory settings.
Note
All personal settings made up to this point will be
deleted by resetting to the factory settings.
1.MAIN MENU
>SETTINGS
> LANGUAGE
Select and confirm.
2.Select the desired language.
3.Confirm selection.
1.MAIN MENU
>SETTINGS
> UNITS
Select and confirm.
2.Select the desired category (e.g. SPEEDO-
METER).
3.Confirm selection.
4.Select the desired unit (e.g. MPH).
5.Confirm selection.
1.MAIN MENU
>SETTINGS
> FACTORY SET
Select and confirm.
2.Select RESET.
3.Confirm selection.
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Overview of warning messagesIf a warning message appears, always refer to the corresponding chapters in this Owner’s Manual.
Warning messages are issued only if all measurement preconditions are met.
Therefore, check all fluid levels regularly – in particular, always check the engine oil level after refueling.
Light on
instrument
panel
Warning message on the multi-purpose
displayMeaning/measures
Steering faulty Steering lock engaged.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Ignition lock faulty Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.System fault Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Key not recognised in vehicle Make sure that you have the remote control with you.Turn ignition key to the left for 2
secondsTo lock the steering, turn the ignition key to the left and hold for 2 seconds.Key: replace battery Replace the remote-control battery.Move steering wheel Turn the steering wheel so that the steering wheel lock can engage/disengage.Key not found Make sure that you have the remote control with you.Move selector lever to position P Tiptronic S: The vehicle could roll away.
The ignition key can be withdrawn only in Tiptronic selector lever position P.Press brake pedal Apply the brake when starting.Move selector lever to position
P or NTiptronic S: The vehicle can be started only in position P or N.Depress clutch Manual transmission: Depress clutch pedal when starting.
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Immobilizer active Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Check left static cornering
lightCheck bulb.Check right static cornering
lightCheck bulb.Check dynamic cornering light Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
If the warning message appears, the high beam indicator light on the speedometer flashes additionally.Check dipped beam Check bulb.Check trailer lights Check bulb.Check direction indicators Check bulb.Check high beam Check bulb.Check licence plate light Check bulb.Check fog lights Check bulb.Check reversing lights Check bulb.Check front side lights Check bulb.Check headlight beam adjustment Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Daytime driving lights off Daytime driving lights switch off when the ignition is switched-off.
Switch on lights by light switch if necessary.System fault headlamp Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Light on
instrument
panel
Warning message on the multi-purpose
displayMeaning/measures
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Check passenger seat setting Weight sensing is impaired on the passenger’s seat (Advanced Airbag).
Correct the seating position, set the backrest upright, do not support weight on the armrests, or lift on
the handles.
Airbag faulty.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Seat belt Fasten seat belt.Caution flat tyre
Check tyresTire Pressure Monitoring detects a pressure loss of at least 6 psi (0.4 bar) or a larger leak.
Stop in a suitable place and check tires. Change wheel if necessary.Check spare wheel
required pressure: 3.4 bar/50 psiAppears about every 6 months.
Check if the pressure of the mounted spare wheel matches the required pressure manually, as it is not
monitored electronically.Tyre pressure too low
Add airTire Pressure Monitoring detects a pressure loss of at least 4 psi (0.3 bar).
Correct tire pressure at the next opportunity.Collapsible spare wheel/sealing
set max. 50 mph (80 km/h)Observe maximum permitted speed.Collapsible spare wheel
Required pressure: 3.5 bar/
51 psi
max. 50 mph (80 km/h)Information on driving with a collapsible spare wheel after selection in spare wheel menu.
Observe maximum speed of max. 50 mph or 80 km/h and required pressure of 51 psi or 3.5 bar.System not active Tire Pressure Monitoring faulty.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Select new set of wheels in the tire pressure menu after changing the wheels.System not active
Brief disturbanceExternal interference (e.g. wireless headphones) or excessive temperature (over 248 °F/120 °C) at the
wheel transmitters. Tire Pressure Monitoring will reactivate itself.System not active
Too many wheel transmittersTire Pressure Monitoring detects more than 4 wheel transmitters (e.g. winter wheels in the luggage
compartment)
Tire Pressure Monitoring will reactivate itself after the additional wheel transmitters have been removed.
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instrument
panel
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displayMeaning/measures
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No monitoring
System learningAfter the tire type and size are selected in the tire pressure menu, Tire Pressure Monitoring re-learns
the tires.Wheel change?
Make new selectionThe tire type and size of the changed tires have not been updated for Tire Pressure Monitoring.
The display changes when the vehicle is stationary: Select corresponding tire type and tire size.When vehicle stops:
Hit selectionThe message appears after driving off if the warning “Flat tyre” has been cleared but the selection on
the display SELECTION AFTER WARNING has not been made properly.
Make selection on the multi-purpose display when the vehicle is stationary.Engine temperature too high Coolant or engine oil temperature is too high. Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant or engine oil level. Add coolant or engine oil if necessary.Check coolant level Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.Warning battery/generator Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Start engine The battery discharges if the engine is not running and loads are switched on.
Start the vehicle or switch the loads off.Electric load
Switch-offVehicle electrical system is overloaded. Certain loads (e.g. heated rear window, seat heating) will be
switched off.
Stop immediately at a suitable and secure place and check tank cap for proper fastening. If tank cap
was fastened correctly, consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
Please refuelAdd washer fluidOil level monitoring
FailureHave the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Check oil level Check the oil level using the oil dipstick as soon as possible and add engine oil if necessary.
Light on
instrument
panel
Warning message on the multi-purpose
displayMeaning/measures
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