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Seats, Mirrors and Steering Wheel
Storing driver’s seat settingsStoring settings on a person button and a car
key
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Switch ignition on.
3. Make the required adjustments to the seat,
mirror, steering wheel and safety belt.
4. Briefly press the SET memory button and,
within 10 seconds, hold down one of the per-
son buttons (1, 2 or 3) until an acknowledge
tone is obtained.
The settings are now stored on the desired
person button.
5. Withdraw car key or switch ignition off in
vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive.
6. Press the SET memory button within
10 seconds and keep the button depressed
until an acknowledge tone is obtained.
The settings are now assigned to the car key.
A-Control switch for door mirror adjustment
C- Passenger mirror settingStoring passenger mirror setting as a
parking aidIf the passenger’s mirror is supposed to swivel
downwards when reversing, this can also be
stored in the driver’s seat setting.
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Switch ignition on.
3. Press the relevant person button.
4. Engage reverse gear.5. Set the control switch A for the mirror setting
to the passenger’s side C.
The passenger’s mirror swivels downwards.
6. Adjust the passenger’s mirror to the required
setting.
7. Briefly press the SET memory button and,
within 10 seconds, hold down the person
button on which the setting is to be stored until
an acknowledge tone is obtained.
Storing passenger seat settings1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Switch ignition on.
3. Adjust seat position and belt height.
4. Briefly press the SET memory button and,
within 10 seconds, hold down one of the per-
son buttons (1, 2 or 3) until an acknowledge
tone is obtained.Automatic storage – driver’s seatIf settings were changed after the driver’s door
was opened, these new settings are temporarily
stored when the vehicle is locked.
This storage is deleted if the vehicle is unlocked
with a programed key and the driver’s door is
opened. Then the settings of the key used is
recalled.
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Instrument Panel USA ModelsAOil temperature gage
BTa c h o m e t e r
CClock
DClock setting button
ECooling system temperature gage
FMulti-purpose display
GFuel gage
HReset button for trip counter display
ISpeedometer
JMileage displays
KVoltmeter
Warning and indicator lights on the
tachometer
Indicator lights in central instrument
panelWarning and indicator lights on the
speedometer
Emission Control warning light
(Check Engine)
Airbag warning light
Safety belt warning light
PSM warning light
ABS warning light
Cruise control readiness
Turn signal indicator light, left
Turn signal indicator light, right
Trailer turn signal
Indicator light
Rear fog light indicator light
Tire pressure warning light
Differential locking indicator light
Brake warning light
Fog light indicator light
General warning
Observe warning message on the multi-
purpose display!
High beam indicator light
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Instrument Panel Canada ModelsAOil temperature gage
BTa c h o m e t e r
CClock
DClock setting button
ECooling system temperature gage
FMulti-purpose display
GFuel gage
HReset button for trip counter display
ISpeedometer
JMileage displays
KVoltmeter
Warning and indicator lights on the
tachometer
Indicator lights in central instrument
panelWarning and indicator lights on the
speedometer
Emission Control warning light
(Check Engine)
Airbag warning light
Safety belt warning light
PSM warning light
ABS warning light
Cruise control readiness
Turn signal indicator light, left
Turn signal indicator light, right
Trailer turn signal
Indicator light
Rear fog light indicator light
Tire pressure warning light
Differential locking indicator light
Brake warning light
Fog light indicator light
General warning
Observe warning message on the multi-
purpose display!
High beam indicator light
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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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Oil pressure too low Immediately stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving.
Check engine oil level. Add oil if necessary.
Do not continue driving if the warning light comes on even when the oil level is correct. Have the fault
remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Oil pressure monitoring
FailureHave the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Service in 1864 mls (3000 km) Service indicator
Bring the vehicle in for service no later than after the distance shown has been covered. Please see the
additional information in the “Maintenance
” booklet.
Service now Service indicator
Have your vehicle serviced at an authorized Porsche dealer.Brake pads Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized Porsche dealer.Warning
Brake proportioningStop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.ABS failure Drive carefully. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.PSM failure Drive carefully. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Warning
Brake fluid levelStop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Parking brake Parking brake not released.PSM on Porsche Stability Management was switched on.
Light on
instrument
panel
Warning message on the multi-purpose
displayMeaning/measures
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PSM off Porsche Stability Management was switched off.PHC unavailable The Porsche Drive-off Assistant (manual transmission) is not available.Brake booster faulty Greater brake pedal force necessary.
Drive carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.Chassis sport Current setting of Porsche Active Suspension ManagementChassis normal Current setting of Porsche Active Suspension ManagementChassis comfort Current setting of Porsche Active Suspension ManagementChassis system faulty Handling may be affected. Adapt your speed to the changed conditions. Have the fault remedied at an
authorized Porsche dealer.Warning chassis system The side tilt of the vehicle is significantly greater when cornering. Drive carefully at an appropriate speed
to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.Warning chassis system Stop at a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Chassis system faulty Drive carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.Spare wheel filling Collapsible spare wheel is being filled by level-control compressor. Do not drive off!Regulation switched off Level control has been switched off (to jack up the vehicle).Not permissible The prerequisites for setting the desired level have not been met.Pressure accumulator charging Level control temporarily unavailable.Four-wheel drive system faulty 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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Shift not possible;
Speed too highTiptronic S: When changing between Low Range and High Range, the limit speed (Low Range program)
must not be exceeded.Shift only possible in neutral Tiptronic S: The Tiptronic selector lever must be in position N when changing between Low Range and
High Range.Possible only when stopped in
neutral with brakeManual transmission: The vehicle must be stationary, the brakes must be applied and the gearshift lever
must be in the neutral position when changing between Low Range and High Range.Warning parking lock!
Apply parking brake!Do not continue driving. Apply the parking brake.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Failure sport mode Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Sport mode only usable
without reductionSport mode cannot be selected when the off-road driving program (Low Range) is engaged.Limit exceeded. The set speed limit has been exceeded.
Spare wheel is not locked.
Danger of injury and damage. Before driving off always lock the spare wheel correctly.Driver’s door open
All unlocked doors and lids are displayed when the vehicle exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h).Passenger’s door open
All unlocked doors and lids are displayed when the vehicle exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h).Rear left door open
All unlocked doors and lids are displayed when the vehicle exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h).
Light on
instrument
panel
Warning message on the multi-purpose
displayMeaning/measures
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157 Driving and Driving Safety
Ignition Lock/Steering Lock ........................ 158
Starting and Stopping the Engine ................ 160
Parking Brake ............................................ 162
Brakes ...................................................... 163
Cruise Control............................................ 167
Manual transmission, clutch ........................ 169
Tiptronic S ................................................. 170
Selector Lever Positions ............................. 171
Driving Programs for On-Road and
Off-Road Driving ......................................... 177
Power-Transmission and
Running-Gear Control Systems .................... 181
Air Suspension with Level Control and
Height Adjustment ...................................... 190
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM) .................................. 193
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) .... 194
Off-Road Driving ......................................... 195
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