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Driving and Driving Safety
Air Suspension with Level Control
and Height AdjustmentOn vehicles with air suspension, the driver can set
five different level steps manually.
The preselected level is automatically adjusted to
suit the vehicle speed.
The height of the car is automatically kept
constant when the vehicle is loaded.
Tip on driving
It is not permissible to drive on public roads with
the car in the terrain or special terrain setting.Note on operation
Frequent level changes can cause the compressor
to overheat. In this case, the compressor must
cool for several minutes before level adjustment is
fully functional again.
Normal levelThe ground clearance at normal level is around
8.5 in. (215 mm) (Cayenne, Cayenne S,
Cayenne S Transsyberia) or 7.68 in (195 mm)
(Cayenne GTS).Terrain levelThis setting is intended for off-road driving, field
paths and forest paths, etc.
The vehicle is raised by around 1 in. (26 mm)
compared to normal level.
Terrain level can be selected only manually at
speeds below around 50 mph (80 km/h).
The car is automatically lowered to normal level at
speeds exceeding around 50 mph (80 km/h).
The car is automatically raised to terrain level
when Low Range is activated.
Special terrain levelThis setting is intended only for extremely
challenging terrain requiring maximum ground
clearance. The vehicle is raised by around 2.2 in.
(56 mm) compared to normal level.
The warning light in the instrument panel
comes up when the special terrain level has been
reached.
Special terrain level can be selected only at
speeds below around 19 mph (30 km/h).
The car is automatically lowered to terrain level at
speeds exceeding approx. 19 mph (30 km/h).Low levelThis level is intended for high-speed driving. Above
speeds of around 78 mph (125 km/h), the car is
automatically lowered by around 1 in. (24 mm)
(Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Transsyberia) or
0.4 in. (9 mm) (Cayenne GTS) compared to
normal level.
When the speed drops to below around 25 mph
(40 km/h), the car is automatically raised to
normal level.
Note
If low level was set manually with the rocker switch
in the center console, low level also remains
active at speeds below around 25 mph (40 km/h).
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Driving and Driving Safety Indication of selected level
The selected level is displayed by light-emitting
diodes beside the rocker switch (illustration).
The corresponding light-emitting diode beside the
rocker switch flashes during the control process.
The light-emitting diode is continuously lit after the
control process.
The level change is also indicated on the multi-
purpose display of the instrument panel.
Exceptions
Automatic changes from normal level to low level
and back are not indicated on the multi-purpose
display of the instrument panel.
Warning messageVarious messages are indicated on the multi-pur-
pose display of the instrument panel if there is a
system fault or if the compressor switches off due
to overload.
fFor further information on warning messages
on the multi-purpose display:
Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 149.
fAdapt your driving style to the changed condi-
tions.
fConsult an authorized Porsche dealer in order
to remedy a system fault.
fIf the overload-protection function causes the
compressor to switch off, wait for a time until
it has cooled down. The system will function
again as soon as it has cooled sufficiently.
The warning message appears when the control
system is switched off and when the collapsible
spare wheel is being filled. This does not indicate
a fault.
The warning message will go out once these
procedures have been completed.
Raising vehicle with the jackWhenever it is necessary to jack up the vehicle:
fManually set normal level and then switch off
level control.
Switching off level control
1. Switch ignition on.
2. Push rocker switch forward for 5 to
10 seconds.
A message is shown on the multi-purpose
display of the instrument panel.
The vehicle can now be raised.
Switching level control back on
1. Switch ignition on.
2. Push rocker switch forward for 5 to
10 seconds or
3. Drive forward with the vehicle.
Level control switches on automatically.Transporting the vehicles on car trains,
ferries and car transportersfTie the vehicle down only at its wheels.
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Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM)Various messages are shown on the multi-purpose
display of the instrument panel.
fFor further information on warning messages
on the multi-purpose display:
Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 149.
Three different running-gear setups can be selec-
ted with the push of a button:
–comfort
–normal
–sport
If the running-gear setups “comfort” or “normal”
have been selected, the system automatically
changes the setup to “sport” when the car is dri-
ven in a sporty manner.
Indication of the selected running-gear
setupThe light-emitting diode in the button of the selec-
ted running-gear setup is lit.
In addition, the selected running-gear setup is indi-
cated on the multi-purpose display of the instru-
ment panel for around 12 seconds.
The warning light in the instrument panel comes
on if there is a system fault. A warning message is
shown on the multi-purpose display of the instru-
ment panel.
fAdapt your driving style to the changed condi-
tions.
fTo remedy the fault, consult an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Selecting the running-gear setup1. Switch ignition on.
2. Press the appropriate button.
Note on operation
The running-gear setup selected last is stored in
memory after the ignition is switched off.
Warning lights and warning
messages
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Driving and Driving Safety
Porsche Dynamic
Chassis Control (PDCC)FunctionPorsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) is a sys-
tem for roll stabilization of the vehicle body when
driving. Driving comfort and driving safety are im-
proved by active intervention of the anti-roll bars
on the front and rear axles.
No separate controls are available for the PDCC
system.
After selection of a running-gear setup in Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM):
–comfort
–normal
–sport
PDCC automatically activates the corresponding
on-road driving program.
fFor information on selecting a running-gear
setup:
Please see the chapter “PORSCHE ACTIVE
SUSPENSION MANAGEMENT (PASM)” on
Page 193.
PDCC automatically activates the off-road driving
program if Low Range reduction is switched on.fFor information on switching Low Range
reduction on and off:
Please see the chapter “DRIVING PROGRAMS
FOR ON-ROAD AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING” on
Page 177.
Warning messageA warning message appears on the multi-purpose
display of the instrument panel if there is a system
fault.
fFor further information on warning messages
on the multi-purpose display:
Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 149.
fAdapt your driving style to the changed
conditions.
fConsult an authorized Porsche dealer in order
to remedy the fault.
Checking hydraulic fluidRegular checking and changing of the hydraulic
fluid takes place as part of servicing.
Further important information on “Maintenance”
can be found in a separate chapter.
fPlease see the chapter “CAR CARE
INSTRUCTIONS” on Page 270.
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Alarm System and Theft Protection
Switching onfLock the vehicle.
The alarm system and passenger compart-
ment monitoring system are switched on.
fPlease see the chapter “UNLOCKING AND
LOCKING FROM OUTSIDE” on Page 19.Switching offfUnlock the vehicle.
The alarm system and passenger compart-
ment monitoring system are switched off auto-
matically.
Note on operation
If you unlock the vehicle with the key at the door
lock, you must switch the ignition on (ignition lock
position 1) within 15 seconds of opening the door
in order to prevent the alarm system from being
triggered.
Temporarily deactivating passenger
compartment monitoring systemIf people or animals are remaining in the locked
vehicle or the vehicle is being transported on a
passenger train or ship, for example, the passen-
ger compartment monitoring system must be
deactivated.
When locked again, the passenger compartment
monitoring is activated again. The rocker switch to switch off the passenger
compartment monitoring system is located next
to the driver's seat under the seat belt height ad-
justment.
Note on operation
You can also temporarily deactivate the passen-
ger compartment monitoring system on the multi-
purpose display in the instrument panel:
fPlease see the chapter “SWITCHING OFF PAS-
SENGER COMPARTMENT MONITORING ON
THE MULTI-PURPOSE DISPLAY” on Page 142.
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Alarm System and Theft Protection The passenger compartment monitoring is
switched on
– The light-emitting diodes flash for 2 seconds,
rapidly, then slowly.
The passenger compartment monitoring is
switched off
– The light-emitting diodes flash for 2 seconds,
rapidly, then slowly.
The passenger compartment monitoring is
switched off in the multi-purpose display in
the instrument panel
– The light-emitting diodes flash rapidly for
2 seconds, go out for 28 seconds and then
flash slowly.
Faults of the central locking system and the
alarm system
– The light-emitting diodes flash rapidly for
2 seconds, shine for 28 seconds and then
flash slowly.
ImmobilizerThere is a transponder (an electronic component),
containing a stored code, in each key.
Before the ignition is switched on, the ignition lock
checks the code.
The immobilizer can be switched off and the en-
gine started only using an authorized ignition key.
Switching off the immobilizer
fInsert the ignition key into the ignition lock.
Switching on the immobilizer
fWithdraw the ignition key.
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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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Maintenance and Car Care
Changing the brake fluidBrake fluid absorbs moisture from the air over
time. This accumulation of water lowers the boi-
ling point and, under certain operating conditions,
can affect the braking performance.
fTherefore, have the brake fluid changed in
accordance with the change intervals stated in
the “Maintenance” booklet.
The warning light in the instrument panel and the
warning message on the multi-purpose display of
the instrument panel indicate
– indicate the brake level fluid is too low or,
– in conjunction with large pedal travel could
indicate a braking-circuit failure.
Note on operation
If the warning lights should light up while driving:
fStop immediately in a suitable place.
fDo not continue driving.
Please have the fault remedied at your nearest
authorized Porsche dealer.
Washer FluidWarning message on the multi-purpose
displayA message is shown on the multi-purpose display
of the instrument panel if the washer-fluid level is
too low.
In this case, the residual quantity is only around
0.85 quarts (0.8 liter).
fAdd washer fluid at the next opportunity.
The capacity is approx. 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters).
The washer-fluid reservoir for windshield, rear
window and headlights is located in the engine
compartment.fSummer filling with water + window cleaner
concentrate in the mixture ratio specified on
the container.
Winter filling with water + antifreeze +
window cleaner concentrate in the mixture
ratio specified on the container.
Always follow all the instructions on the
containers of the additives used.
fOnly use window cleaner concentrate which
meets the following requirements:
– Dilutability 1:100,
– phosphate-free,
– suitable for plastic headlights.
We recommend window cleaner concentrates
approved by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche
dealer will be pleased to advise you.
fDo not use engine coolant anti-freeze or any
other solution that can damage the car’s paint,
in the washer reservoir.
The washer fluid reservoir for windshield, rear
window and headlights is located in the engine
compartment.
1. Open cap of washer fluid reservoir.
2. Add washer fluid.
3. Close cap carefully.
Brake fluid warning light
USA
Brake fluid warning light
Canada
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