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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.
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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The ignition key can be withdrawn only in Tiptronic selector lever position P.Press brake pedal Apply the brake when starting.Move selector lever to position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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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