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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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Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments A warning message will appear on the multi-pur-
pose display of the instrument panel if the engine
oil temperature is too high.
fReduce speed and engine load immediately if
the red zone is reached.
fFor information on the warning message on
the multi-purpose display:
Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 149.
B - TachometerThe start of the red zone on the tachometer scale
is a visual warning of the maximum permissible
engine speed.
If the red zone is reached during acceleration, fuel
feed is interrupted in order to protect the engine.C - Clock
Warning!
Risk of loss of control or accident, resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
fDo not reach through the steering-wheel
spokes while driving.
fIn the event of a sudden turn or airbag deploy-
ment, serious personal injury could result if
hand is positioned through steering wheel spokes.Clock C is adjusted on the multi-purpose display in
the instrument panel:
fPress button D.
The SETTINGS > CLOCK menu is automatical-
ly opened on the multi-purpose display.
fFor information on setting the clock:
Please see the chapter “SETTING THE CLOCK”
on Page 146.
When the ignition is on the fuel level is displayed.
fFor information on fuel quality and filling quan-
tities:
Please see the chapter “CAPACITIES” on
Page 359.
fFor information on fuel and refueling:
Please see the chapter “REFUELING” on
Page 268.
fIf the vehicle's inclination changes (e.g. going
uphill/downhill), minor deviations in the indica-
tion may occur.
Fuel reserve warningWhen the ignition is switched on or the engine is
running, the warning light on the multi-purpose
display of the instrument panel lights up if less
than 3 gallons (12 liters) of fuel remains in the
tank or the range on remaining fuel falls below
approx. 30 miles (50 km).
fFill up at the next opportunity.
Caution!
A shortage of fuel may cause damage to the
emission control system.
fNever drive the tank dry.
fIf the warning lights have come on, do not take turns at high speed.
fFor further information on the emission control
system:
Please see the chapter “HOW EMISSION
CONTROL WORKS” on Page 264.
I - SpeedometerThe digital speedometer is integrated on the multi-
purpose display of the instrument panel.
An analog display is also located on the right next
to the multi-purpose display in the instrument
panel.
A - Oil Temperature Gage
G - Fuel Gage
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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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Emission ControlThe emission control system detects malfunctions
early that could, for example, cause increased
pollutant emissions or consequential damage.
Faults are indicated by a continuously lit or
flashing instrument panel warning light.
The faults are recorded in the control unit's fault
memory.
The warning light in the instrument panel lights up
when the ignition is switched on as a bulb check
and goes out approx. 4 seconds after the engine
starts. If the warning light does not light up, have
the bulb replaced promptly.The warning light in the instrument panel flashes to
indicate operating states (e.g. engine misfiring)
which might cause damage to certain parts of the
emission control system.
fIn this case, immediately reduce the engine
load by easing off the accelerator.
fIn order to avoid consequential damage to the
engine or emission control system (e.g. cata-
lytic converter), have the fault diagnosed and
rectified immediately at the nearest authorized
Porsche dealer.
If the warning light in the instrument panel lights up
permanently without flashing before and remains
on while driving, it suggests:
– a potential engine control problem and the
need for system service or
– an improperly fastened tank cap or
– the vehicle was refueled while the engine was
running.
fStop immediately at a suitable and secure
place and check tank cap for proper fastening.
If tank cap was fastened correctly, see your
authorized Porsche dealer for service as soon
as possible.
Caution!
If the check engine warning light in the in-
strument panel is flashing, serious catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon
occur.
Prolonged driving with the check engine
warning light on could cause damage to the
emission control system. It also could affect
fuel economy and driveability.
fHave the fault remedied at the nearest authorized Porsche dealer immediately.
Check engine warning light
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Operating the multi-purpose
display on the instrument panelOn-board computer information can be displayed
on the multi-purpose display. Additional functions
are also available in the main menu which allow
you to change the settings for your vehicle.
Warning!
There is a danger of accident, resulting in
serious personal injury or death if you set or
operate the multi-purpose display, radio,
navigation system, telephone or other equip-
ment while driving. Operating these devices
while driving could distract you from traffic
and cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
fOperate these components while driving only if
the traffic situation allows you to do so safely.
fCarry out any complicated operating or setting procedures only with the vehicle stationary.
It is not possible to describe all details of the
functions in this Owner’ s Manual.
The examples clearly demonstrate the functional
principle and clarify the menu structure.Note on operation
Depending on the equipment of your vehicle,
some information or functions may not be avai-
lable on the multi-purpose display (e.g. navigation,
audio system, compass or tire pressure)
Various menus can only be called up when the
vehicle is stationary.
Note
The multi-purpose display is ready for operation
only when the ignition is on.
Note on operation
By selecting the menu items
MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > FACTORY SET, you
can reset all individual settings to the basic factory
settings.
Note on operation
Arrows at the top and bottom of the menu indicate
additional entries.
fPress rocker switch A up or down.
In the COMFORT menu, the menu scrolls
automatically as you approach the end of the list.
Operating principleThe multi-purpose display is operated by means of
the rocker switch A and the ENTER button B on
the windshield wiper stalk.
Selection or setting
Using the rocker switch A, you can move the bar
up and down to select menu items, change
between display screens and make settings.
Confirmation
Press the ENTER button B to confirm the selected
entry. The selected item is then activated.
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Presetting speedYou can define a speed limit in the menu
MPH-LIMIT.
Activating or deactivating the limit
Example: Front side light warning messageDisplaying warning messagesAll current warnings and information relating to the
traffic safety of the vehicle can be displayed in the
menu WARNINGS.
Danger!
Warning messages indicate possible faults.
fGo to an authorized Porsche dealer immediately.
1.MAIN MENU
>MPH-LIMIT
Select and confirm.
2.Select MPH SET.
3.Set desired limit:
- Press briefly: Limit is set in increments of
1 mph (around 1.6 km/h).
- Press for longer than 2 seconds: Limit is set
in increments of 10 mph (16 km/h).
4.Confirm selection.
LIMIT ACTIVE is activated automatically.
1.MAIN MENU
>MPH-LIMIT
Select and confirm.
2.Select LIMIT ACTIVE.
3.Confirm selection.
LIMIT ACTIVE is activated
LIMIT ACTIVE is deactivated
4.Select BACK.
5.Confirm selection.
Sub-menu MPH-LIMIT is displayed.
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