
Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments
119
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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121
J - OdometerThe displays for the total mileage and individual
trips are located in the analog speedometer.
The upper display counts the total mileage, the
lower display counts the short trips.
After exceeding 6213 miles (9999 kilometers),
the short trip counter returns to 0.Resetting the short trip counter to “O”fPress button H for approx. 1 secondThe voltmeter indicates the vehicle electrical
system voltage.
Normal range: 12 to 16 volts.
The voltage may drop considerably when the
vehicle is being started.
If the indicator is continually below 12 volts
when the engine is running:
fPlease have the battery charging system
checked at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Battery/alternatorA warning message will appear on the multi-purpo-
se display of the instrument panel if the voltage
drops significantly.
fStop in a safe place and switch off the engine.
fFor information on the warning message on
the multi-purpose display:
Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 149.Possible causes
– Defect in the battery charging system
– Broken drive belt
Warning!
Risk of engine damage with resultant loss of
control and accident, leading to serious
personal injury or death.
A broken drive belt means there is no power
assistance to the steering (more effort is
required to steer) and engine cooling fails.
fDo not continue driving.
fHave the fault remedied at your nearest autho-
rized Porsche dealer.
Danger of steering assistance failing during
a long trip in the water if the drive belt slips.
fIf the steering assistance fails, more effort will be required to steer.
K - Voltmeter
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Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments fIf the cooling system is in any way faulty,
consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
Temperature gageUSA: Display in °F
Canada: Display in °C
Pointer to the left – engine cold
fAvoid high engine speeds and heavy engine
loading.
Pointer in the middle – normal operating
temperature
The pointer may move up to the red area when
engine is heavily loaded and outside temperature
is high, but should return to “normal“ when engine
load is reduced.Engine coolant temperature warningA warning message will appear on the multi-pur-
pose display of the instrument panel if the engine
coolant temperature is too high.
fSwitch engine off and let it cool.
fCheck radiator and air passages in front end of
car for obstructions.fCheck coolant level.
Add coolant if necessary.
fPlease have the fault remedied at an authori-
zed Porsche dealer.
fFor further information on coolant, checking
the coolant level and topping up coolant:
Please see the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” on
Page 255.
Note on operation
To prevent excessive temperatures, the cooling
air guides must not be restricted by covers
(e.g. films, “stone guards”).
Engine coolant level warningA warning message will appear on the multi-pur-
pose display of the instrument panel if the engine
coolant level is too low.
fSwitch engine off and let it cool.
fTop off coolant.
Please have the cause of the fault remedied at
an authorized Porsche dealer.
fFor further information on coolant, checking
the coolant level and topping up coolant:
Please see the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” on
Page 255.
fFor information on the warning message on
the multi-purpose display:
Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 149.
Caution!
Risk of engine damage.
fDo not continue driving if the warning persists
even when the engine coolant level is correct.
fHave the fault remedied at your nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
Cooling System
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Luggage Compartment, Loadspace and Storage
223
Glove compartment
Warning!
Risk of injury by the glove compartment lid in
case of an accident.
fKeep the glove compartment closed while driving.
A drawer, designed to hold the welcome kit, is
located in the glove compartment.Opening
fPress button A and open cover.
Locking
fAlways lock button A with the car key to secure
the contents from unauthorized access.
B- Thumb wheel for cooling the glove compartment
C- Holder for pensfRotate thumb wheel B leftwards.
fRotate thumb wheel B rightwards.
Cooling the glove compartment
Switch cooling off
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Maintenance and Car Care Checking the coolant level when a warning
messages is shown on the multi-purpose
display of the instrument panel
Warning!
Danger of serious personal injury or death
from scalding. Coolant is hazardous to your
health, and may be fatal if swallowed.
fDo not open the cap of the expansion tank
while the engine is hot.
fAllow the engine to cool down before opening
the cap and protect your hands, arms and face
from any possible escape of hot coolant.
fKeep coolant out of children's reach.
fAlso, keep coolant away from your pets. They
can be attracted to it should there be a spill, or
to used coolant left in an open container. Coolant can be deadly to pets if consumed.1. Remove cover.
2. If the engine is hot, cover the the expansion
tank cap with a cloth.
Open cap carefully and allow any overpressure
to escape.
Then unscrew cap completely.
3. Read the coolant level.
Top up with coolant if necessary.
Only add a mixture of anti-freeze and water in
equal parts.
Antifreeze in coolant:
50% provides anti-freeze protection down to
-31 °F (-35 °C).
Do not exceed the max-mark.
Note on operation
fIf the coolant level exceeds the max-mark
when the engine is hot, check the coolant level
again when the engine is cold.
4. Screw the cap closed firmly and put on the
cover.
5. Have the cooling system checked by an
authorized Porsche dealer.
Maintenance Notes
If in an emergency pure water has been added, the
mixture ratio must be corrected at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
fMarked loss of coolant indicates leakage in the
cooling system.
The cause should be remedied at an
authorized Porsche dealer immediately.
Radiator fansThe radiator and radiator fans are in the front of
the car.
Warning!
Danger of injury. The fans can start running
as a function of temperature, even with the
engine switched off.
fExercise extreme caution when working in the area of the radiator fans.
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Minor Repairs
319
Fuse assignment – fuse box in engine compartmentNotes
fUse the plastic grippers from the fuse boxes in the dashboard to replace the fuses.
Fuse numbers that are not listed in the table are not assigned in the fuse box.
fFor information on the fuse plan: Please see the chapter “FUSE PLAN AND FUSE BOX IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT” on Page 313. Cayenne
No.Cayenne S/Cayenne GTS/
Cayenne S Transsyberia
No.Designation Rating in A
1
1
Fan
60
22Fan30
7
7
Ignition coils
15
8 - Ignition coils15
-8Tank vent valve, air-conditioning compressor, air-conditioning control unit, intake pipe switch-
over, crankcase vent15
9
-
Engine control unit
20
-
9
Quantity control valve, camshaft adjuster, valve lift adjuster
15
10 -Water run-on pump relay, tank leakage detection, carbon canister shut-off valve, fan, pressure
sensor for air conditioner10
-10Cooling air output stages, pressure sensor for air conditioner,tank leakage detection, exhaust
flap control valve, oil-level sensor10
11
-
Oil-level sensor, air-conditioning compressor, air-conditioning control unit, crankcase vent
15
-
11
Engine control unit, fuel valve
15
12 - Camshaft adjustment, tank vent, fuel valve, variable intake manifold 10
13
13
Fuel pump, right
15
14 14 Fuel pump, left15
15
15
Engine control unit, main relay
10
17 17 Oxygen sensors ahead of catalytic converter 15
18
18
Oxygen sensors behind catalytic converter
7.5
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Index
365
Care instructions
Airbags
........................................................ 277
Alcantara
...................................................... 277
Carpet
......................................................... 277
Cleaning the engine compartment
..................... 273
Fabric linings
................................................. 277
Floor mats
.................................................... 277
Headlights, plastic parts, adhesive films
............. 275
Leather
........................................................ 277
Light alloy wheels
........................................... 276
Paint
............................................................ 273
Safety belts
.................................................. 278
Seals
........................................................... 276
Seat belts
..................................................... 278
Storing your Porsche
...................................... 278
Undercoating
................................................ 274
Use of high-pressure cleaning equipment
............ 271
Washing
....................................................... 271
Wheel bolts
................................................... 293
Windows
....................................................... 274
Cargo
................................................................... 208
Cargo management system
...................................... 208
Inserting and adjusting the strap reel
................. 208
Inserting and adjusting the telescopic bar
........... 208
Inserting and adjusting tie-down rings
................ 210
Overview
...................................................... 208
Carpet, care instructions
.......................................... 277
Catalytic converter
.................................................. 264
Emission control (Check Engine)
....................... 123
Center armrest
Opening front storage compartment
.................. 224
Opening rear storage compartment
................... 224
Center differential lock
............................................. 178
Engaging
...................................................... 178
Central locking system
Changing settings via multi-purpose display
........ 143
Closing the rear window
.................................... 27
Functional description
....................................... 17
Locking the rear lid
.......................................... 23
Locking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
.... 21
Locking vehicle door with the car key
(remote control)
............................................... 21
Opening and locking vehicle door from inside
........ 28
Unlocking and opening rear lid
............................ 22
Unlocking and opening the rear window
............... 27
Unlocking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
.20
Unlocking vehicle door with the car key
(remote control)
............................................... 20
When disconnecting battery
............................. 321
Changing bulb for license plate light
........................... 338
Changing wheels
..................................................... 294
Check engine (emission control)
Functional description
..................................... 123
Warning light on the tachometer
....................... 123
Checking hydraulic fluid (power steering)
..................... 259
Child restraint anchorages
.......................................... 54
Child restraint system
Installing with LATCH system
.............................. 53
LATCH restraint system
..................................... 53
Child seat
Installing with LATCH system
.............................. 53
LATCH restraint system
..................................... 53
Prescribed installation direction
.......................... 50
Child seat bracket
..................................................... 53
Cigarette lighter
...................................................... 228
Front
............................................................ 228
Rear
............................................................ 228
Cleaning the engine compartment
.............................. 273
Clock
Button for setting
........................................... 123
Setting on the multi-purpose display
.................. 146
Closing
Automatically closing the rear lid
......................... 25
Closing sliding/lifting roof
.................................. 93
Locking vehicle door from inside
......................... 28
Panorama roof system
...................................... 98
Persons/animals remaining in the vehicle
............. 21
Powerliftgate
................................................... 23
Rear window
................................................... 27
Spare wheel bracket
....................................... 311
Vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless)
.. 21
Vehicle door with the car key (remote control)
....... 21
Closing the rear lid automatically
................................. 25
Clutch
................................................................... 169
Cockpit
Adjusting illumination
...................................... 105
Clock
........................................................... 123
Cooling system temperature gage
.................... 122
Fuel level gage
.............................................. 120
Odometer
..................................................... 121
Oil temperature gage
...................................... 120
Speedometer
................................................ 120
Tachometer
.................................................. 120
Voltage indication
........................................... 121
Voltmeter
...................................................... 121
Warning and indicator lights, overview
................ 117
Collapsible spare wheel
PSM (Porsche Stability Management)
.................186
Tire size
.................................... 350
, 351
, 352
Collapsible spare wheel in the luggage compartment
.....305
Comfort function
Panorama roof system
......................................99
Comfort lighting
Dimming
.......................................................109
Comfort tire pressure
Data (bar/psi)
................................................354
Coming Home function
Setting lighting off delay
..................................146
Switching on
..................................................109
Compass
Setting on the multi-purpose display
..................147
Compressor
...........................................................307
Connection (on vehicles without air suspension)
...307
Storage location
(on vehicles without air suspension)
...................292
Tire filling connection
(on vehicles with air suspension)
.......................308
Control panel
............................................................79
2-zone air conditioning
......................................70
4-zone air conditioning, front
..............................75
4-zone air conditioning, rear
...............................76
Disabling control panel
for air-conditioned areas at the rear
.....................79
Manual air-conditioning
......................................67
Parking heater
.................................................81
Control systems
Overview (PTM, PTM Plus, PSM, PASM, PDCC)
....181
Coolant
Antifreeze
.....................................................255
Change quantity
.............................................359
Checking level
...............................................255
Cooling system
Engine coolant level warning
............................122
Engine coolant temperature warning
..................122
Temperature gage
..........................................122
Warning on multi-purpose display
......................122
Cornering light
........................................................330
Changing bulb (Bi-Xenon headlights)
...................332
Installing headlights
........................................328
Removing headlights
.......................................327
Cornering light,static
................................................332
Crankcase ventilation
...............................................264
Crossing obstacles
..................................................201
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Index
367
Emergency unlocking
Of the filler flap
.............................................. 267
Spare wheel bracket
....................................... 311
Emission control (check engine)
Functional description
..................................... 123
Warning light on the tachometer
....................... 123
Emission Control System
.......................................... 263
Engaging the rear differential lock
.............................. 178
Engine
Break in hints
.................................................... 6
Cooling system
.............................................. 122
Data
............................................................ 349
Idling
........................................................... 171
Starting
........................................................ 160
Stopping
...................................................... 161
Engine Braking Support
(assistance when driving downhill)
.............................. 189
Engine drag torque control (MSR)
Functional description
..................................... 184
Engine oil
.............................................................. 251Change
........................................................ 253
Change quantity
............................................. 359
Checking oil level with oil dipstick
...................... 252
Choosing the right oil
...................................... 253
Consumption
................................................. 349
Dipstick
........................................................ 253
Engine oil pressure
......................................... 153
Filler opening
................................................. 254
General information
........................................ 253
Level
........................................................... 252
Oil-level warning on the multi-purpose display
...... 252
Recommendation
........................................... 253
Temperature gage
......................................... 120
Topping up
................................................... 254
Engine oil level
....................................................... 252
Checking
...................................................... 252
Entry & Drive
Locking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
.... 21
Opening/closing Panorama roof system
with car key
.................................................... 99
Unlocking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
.20
Entry aid
Functional description
....................................... 39
Switching on/off
.............................................. 39
Error messages
Displaying
..................................................... 130
Overview of warning messages
on the multi-purpose display
............................. 149
Exhaust gas
Monitoring warning light
........................ 117
, 119
Exhaust pipes
............................................................. 3
Stainless steel tailpipes, care instructions
........... 276
Exit aid
Functional description
....................................... 39
Switching on/off
.............................................. 39
External audio source, interface
................................. 221
FFabric linings, care instructions
................................. 277
Factory settings
Resetting multi-purpose display
......................... 148
Faults
After charging the battery
................................ 325
Emergency operation of automatic rear lid
........... 26
Emergency operation of ignition key
in ignition lock
............................................... 159
Emergency operation of rear lid
.......................... 31
Emergency operation of sliding/lifting roof
............ 94
Emergency operation
of the Panorama roof system
........................... 101
Emergency operation of the spare wheel bracket
.311
Emergency operation of Tiptronic selector lever
.. 175
Emergency unlocking of the filler flap
................. 267
Overview of warning messages
on the multi-purpose display
............................. 149
Panorama roof system
...................................... 99
ParkAssist
.................................................... 240
Parking heater
................................................. 85
Power windows
................................................ 90
Sliding/lifting roof
............................................. 94
When opening and closing
................................. 31
Filler flap
............................................................... 267Emergency unlocking
...................................... 267
Filling pressure
Plate location
................................................ 348
Reducing
............................................ 307
, 308
Tires (bar/psi)
............................................... 354
Warning light on speedometer
.......................... 141
Warning message on multi-purpose display
......... 151
Filter
Air cleaner maintenance instructions
.................. 260
Particle filter maintenance instructions
............... 260
Fire extinguisher
....................................................... 40
Floor mats, care instructions
..................................... 277
Fluids and fuels
Brake fluid
....................................................359
Coolant
........................................................359
Engine oil
......................................................359
Fuel
.............................................................359
Hydraulic fluid for power steering
......................259
Overview
......................................................359
Washer fluid
..................................................359
Folding key bit in/out
.................................................16
Folding wedges to prevent rolling
...............................296
Footbrake
..............................................................163
Warning light
.................................................164
Footwell lightning
Dimming
.......................................................109
Four-wheel drive
Functional description
.....................................182
Warning message on multi-purpose display
.........154
Four-zone air conditioning
Air-conditioning sensors
.....................................76
Controlling rear air-conditioned areas
with the front control panel
................................79
Defrosting windshield
........................................75
Disabling control panel (rear)
..............................79
Disabling control panel for air-conditioned areas
at the rear
.......................................................79
Operating overview, front
...................................75
Operating overview, rear
...................................76
REST mode
.....................................................65
Setting air distribution
.......................................77
Setting air quantity
...........................................77
Setting temperature
..........................................77
Switching ECON mode on/off
.............................65
Switching Mono function on/off
...........................78
Switching on automatic recirculating-air mode
.......78
Switching on recirculating-air mode
.....................78
Using engine residual heat
.................................65
Fresh-air intake
.........................................................80
Front seat
Adjusting
........................................................36
Drawer under the right front seat
......................225
Passenger mirror as parking aid
.........................38
Recalling settings (memory)
...............................37
Storing driver’s seat settings (memory)
................38
Storing passenger’s seat settings (memory)
..........38
Front seat with memory
..............................................37
Storing door mirror settings
...............................56
Front seats
..............................................................34
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