6Break in hints for the first
2,000 miles (3,000 kilometers)The following tips will be helpful in obtaining
optimum performance from your new Porsche.
Despite the most modern, high-precision manufac-
turing methods, the moving parts must still wear
in with each other. This wearing-in occurs mainly in
the first 2,000 miles (3,000 km).Therefore:fPreferably take longer trips.
fAvoid frequent cold starts with short-distance
driving whenever possible.
fAvoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops.
fDo not exceed maximum engine speed of
4,200 rpm (revolutions per minute).
fDo not run a cold engine at high rpm either in
Neutral or in gear.
fDo not let the engine labor, especially when
driving uphill. Shift to the next lower gear in
time (use the most favorable rpm range).
fNever lug the engine in high gear at low
speeds. This rule applies at all times, not just
during the break-in period.fDo not participate in motor racing events,
sports driving schools, etc. during the first
2,000 miles (3,000 kilometers).
There may be a slight stiffness in the steering,
gear-shifting or other controls during the break-in
period which will gradually disappear.
Break in brake pads and brake discsNew brake pads and discs have to be “broken in”,
and therefore only attain optimal friction when the
car has covered several hundred miles or km.
The slightly reduced braking ability must be
compensated for by pressing the brake pedal
harder. This also applies whenever the brake pads
and brake discs are replaced.New tiresNew tires do not have maximum traction. They
tend to be slippery.
fBreak in new tires by driving at moderate
speeds during the first 60 to 120 miles (100
to 200 km). Longer braking distances must be
anticipated.
Engine oil and fuel consumptionDuring the break-in period oil and fuel consump-
tion may be higher than normal.
fPlease see the chapter “ENGINE DATA” on
Page 349.
As always, the rate of oil consumption depends on
the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which
the engine is operated, the climate and road
conditions, as well as the amount of dilution and
oxidation of the lubricant.
fMake a habit of checking engine oil with every
refueling, add if necessary.
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9
Alarm System and Theft Protection .. 244Alarm System and
Passenger Compartment Monitoring ............ 245Maintenance and Car Care ............... 249Exercise Extreme Caution when Working
on your Vehicle ........................................... 250
Engine Oil................................................... 251
Checking Engine Oil Level............................ 252
Topping up Engine Oil ................................. 253
Coolant Level ............................................. 255
Brake-Fluid Level ......................................... 257
Washer Fluid............................................... 258
Power Steering ........................................... 259
Changing Air Cleaner................................... 260
Changing Particle Filter ............................... 260
Automatic Transmission Fluid....................... 260
Manual Transmission Oil .............................. 260
Wiper Blades .............................................. 261
Emission Control System............................. 263
How Emission Control Works ....................... 264
Fuel Economy ............................................. 265
Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ... 266
Fuel ........................................................... 266
Portable Fuel Containers ............................. 268
Fuel Recommendations............................... 269
Fuel Evaporation Control ............................. 270
Car Care Instructions.................................. 270
Minor Repairs.................................. 279Exercise Extreme Caution
when Working on your Vehicle ......................280
Tires/Wheels ..............................................281
Jack...........................................................291
Tool Kit ......................................................292
Compressor ...............................................292
Spacers .....................................................293
Wheel Bolts ................................................293
Changing Wheels ........................................294
Flat Tire......................................................295
Lifting the Vehicle
with a Lifting Platform or Garage lift..............298
Electrical System ........................................312
Battery .......................................................320
Replacing the remote control battery ............322
Emergency Starting with Jumper Cables .......323
Replacing Bulbs ..........................................326
Headlights ..................................................327
Tail light .....................................................336
License Plate Lights ....................................338
Headlight Adjustment ..................................339
Changing headlights
from left to right-hand traffic ........................340
Bulb Chart ..................................................342
Towing .......................................................342
Tire Pressure and Technical Data ..... 346Vehicle Identification................................... 347
Engine Data ............................................... 349
Tires, Rims, Tracks .................................... 350
Tire Pressures, Cold (68 °F/20 °C) .............. 354
Weights ..................................................... 356
Ground Clearance ...................................... 357
Capacities ................................................. 359
Dimensions ................................................ 360
Driving Performance................................... 361Index .............................................. 362
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Driving and Driving Safety Soiling can impair the braking action.
fCheck and clean the brakes if they have been
soiled.
Danger of steering assistance failing during
a long journey in the water if the drive belt
slips.
fIf the steering assistance fails, more effort will
be required to steer.
Danger of damaging electrical systems
fAvoid driving through salt water.
Notes on operation
fActivate the Low Range program.
fSwitch the air conditioner off.
fSwitch the headlights off.Tips on driving
fAvoid high engine speeds (max. 2,500 rpm).
fDo not perform manual gear changes when
driving, and try to avoid stopping.
Moving off in the water can be difficult due to
the high resistance and the loose surface
involved.
fStart the water crossing at a shallow place at
walking speed.
fAfter checking the body of water, take the
shortest path through it.
fNever drive into the water at high speed. The
resulting “bow wave” could damage the engine
and its accessories.
fAdjust your driving style to the unfamiliar sur-
roundings.
fCross the body of water slowly and at a con-
stant speed.
fNever turn around when crossing a body of
water.
fIf it is not possible to cross the body of water,
the car must be backed out of it in reverse
gear.
The servo pump and alternator can fail if the car is
driven through water for an extended period.
fIf the servo pump fails, substantially more
force will have to be exerted in order to steer. Maintenance Note
The car requires a special check after the water
crossing.
fRemove mud from the tire tread.
fBriefly apply the brakes in order to dry them
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249 Maintenance and Car Care
Exercise Extreme Caution
when Working on your Vehicle ..................... 250
Engine Oil .................................................. 251
Checking Engine Oil Level ........................... 252
Topping up Engine Oil ................................. 253
Coolant Level ............................................. 255
Brake-Fluid Level ........................................ 257
Washer Fluid .............................................. 258
Power Steering .......................................... 259
Changing Air Cleaner.................................. 260
Changing Particle Filter ............................... 260
Automatic Transmission Fluid ...................... 260
Manual Transmission Oil ............................. 260
Wiper Blades ............................................. 261
Emission Control System ............................ 263
How Emission Control Works ...................... 264
Fuel Economy ............................................ 265
Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ... 266
Fuel........................................................... 266
Portable Fuel Containers ............................. 268
Fuel Recommendations............................... 269
Fuel Evaporation Control ............................. 270
Car Care Instructions.................................. 270
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Maintenance and Car Care
Checking Engine Oil LevelfCheck the oil level regularly. I t i s b e s t t o d o t h i s
when refueling and before extended journeys.
Further important information concerning “mainte-
nance” can be found in a separate chapter.
fPlease see the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME
CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE”
on Page 250.
fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 149.
Warning!
Engine oil is hazardous to your health and
may be fatal if swallowed.
fKeep engine oil out of children's reach.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that have
caused cancer in laboratory animals.
fAlways protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.
fIf you suspect an oil leak in the engine have
your authorized Porsche dealer check it out
immediately.If the oil level is too low, this is indicated by the oil-
level warning light lighting up on the multi-purpose
display.
fCheck the oil level using the oil dipstick as
soon as possible and add engine oil if neces-
sary.
Note on operation
fIf the engine compartment lid is opened and oil
is not added, the warning message appears
again after approximately 100 km.
Checking the oil level
Warning!
Danger of injury. The radiator fans can start
running as a function of temperature, even
with the engine switched off.
Risk of burning from hot parts in engine com-
partment.
fExercise extreme caution when working on the engine compartment.Conditions for measuring the oil level
correctly
– Vehicle must be level.
– Engine must be switched off and at operating
temperature.
– Before the oil-level measurement, allow the
engine oil to flow back into the oil pan for
around 3 minutes.
Checking oil level with the oil dipstick
1. Withdraw oil dipstick and wipe it with a clean,
lint-free cloth.
2. Push oil dipstick fully home, withdraw again
and read off the oil level.
The oil level must never fall below or
exceed the “Min.” and “Max.” marks on
the dipstick.
The difference between the marks is approx.
1.6 qt. (1.5 liters).
3. Push oil dipstick in as far as the stop.
Oil-level warning
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359
CapacitiesUse only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you.
Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels.
CayenneCayenne S,
Cayenne GTS,
Cayenne S TranssyberiaEngine oil change quantity without oil filter
approx. 6.34 quarts (6.0 liters)
approx. 9.0 quarts (8.5 liters)
Engine oil change quantity with oil filter approx. 7.29 quarts (6.9 liters) approx. 9.51 quarts (9.0 liters)
Reference indication is the level on the oil dipstick.
Please see the chapter “CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL” on Page 252.
Coolant, depending on equipment level
approx. 3.4 – 4.8 U.S. gallons (13 – 18 liters)
approx. 4.8 – 5.5 U.S. gallons (18 – 21 liters)
Manual transmission with compensation approx.1.9quarts (1.8 litres) approx.1.9 quarts (1.8 litres)
Automatic transmission with torque converter
approx. 10.04 quarts (9.5 liters)
approx. 9.51 quarts (9.0 liters)
Transfer box approx. 0.9 quarts (0.85 liter) approx. 0.9 quarts (0.85 liter)
Front-axle differential
approx. 1.1 quarts (1.0 liter)
approx. 1.1 quarts (1.0 liter)
Rear-axle differential approx. 1.3 quarts (1.25 liters) approx. 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters)
Locking rear differential
approx. 1.7 quarts (1.6 liters)
approx. 1.7 quarts (1.6 liters)
Fuel tankapprox. 26.4 U.S. gallons (100 liters),
including approx. 3 U.S. gallons (12 liters) reserveapprox. 26.4 U.S. gallons (100 liters),
including approx. 3 U.S. gallons (12 liters) reserve
Fuel quality
The engine is designed to provide optimum performance and fuel consumption if unleaded premium fuel with
98 RON/88 MON is used.
If unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON/85 MON are used, the engine's “Electronic
Oktane™ knock control“ automatically adapts the ignition timing.
Power steering
approx. 1.6 quarts (1.5 liters) Pentosin CHF 202 S
®approx. 1.6 quarts (1.5 liters) Pentosin CHF 202 S
®
Brake fluid
approx. 1.0 quart (0.95 liter)
Use only Original Porsche brake fluid.
approx. 1.0 quart (0.95 liter)
Use only Original Porsche brake fluid.
Window/headlight washer system approx. 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters) approx. 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters)
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Index
Belt tensioner
Functional description
....................................... 42
Belts
...................................................................... 42Adjusting belt height
......................................... 44
Belt tensioner functional description
.................... 42
Care instructions
........................................... 278
Fastening
....................................................... 43
Opening
......................................................... 44
Warning light
................................................... 53
Warning light on the tachometer
......................... 43
Bi-xenon
................................................................ 330Changing bulb for additional high beam
............. 331
Changing bulb for cornering light
...................... 332
Changing gas-discharge headlight
.................... 330
Installing headlights
........................................ 328
Removing headlights
...................................... 327
Brake booster
........................................................ 165
Brake booster faulty warning message
....................... 154
Brake fluid
Change quantity
............................................ 359
Changing
..................................................... 258
Checking level
............................................... 257
Warning light on speedometer
......................... 258
Warning message on multi-purpose display
........ 153
Brake light
Changing bulb
............................................... 338
Installing tail light
........................................... 337
Removing tail light
......................................... 336
Brake pads
Breaking in new brake pads
................................. 6
Warning message on the multi-purpose display
... 153
Warning message, brakes
............................... 165
Brake pedal
........................................................... 164
Brake wear
Warning light
................................................. 165
Brake wear warning message
................................... 165
Brakes
.................................................................. 163Applying/releasing parking brake
..................... 162
Brake pad warning message
........................... 165
Brake pedal
.................................................. 164
Break in new brake pads
..................................... 6
Discs
........................................................... 165
Pads
.................................................. 165
, 166
Parking brake test
......................................... 189
Test stand
.................................................... 189
Warning light
........................................ 163
, 164
Warning message on the multi-purpose display
... 153
Break in hints
............................................................. 6
Breaking in
Engine
............................................................. 6
Engine oil and fuel consumption
during break-in period
......................................... 6
Hints
............................................................... 6
New brake pads and brake discs
.......................... 6
New tires
......................................................... 6
Brief overview
2-zone air-conditioning
...................................... 69
4-zone air-conditioning (front control panel)
.......... 73
4-zone air-conditioning (rear control panel)
........... 74
Manual air-conditioning
..................................... 66
Opening and locking from outside
....................... 18
Panorama roof system
..................................... 96
Sliding/lifting roof
............................................ 91
Windshield wipers
.......................................... 110
Bulbs
Changing bulb for additional high beam
(Bi-Xenon headlights)
...................................... 331
Changing bulb for additional high beam
(halogen headlights)
....................................... 330
Changing bulb for front turn signal (Cayenne GTS)
335
Changing bulb for front turn signal
(Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Transsyberia)
.. 333
Changing bulb for high beam
........................... 331
Changing bulb for high beam (halogen headlights)
330
Changing bulb for license plate light
.................. 338
Changing bulb for low beam
................... 329
, 330
Changing bulb for low beam (halogen headlights)
329
Changing bulb for side light (Cayenne GTS)
........ 335
Changing bulb for side light
(Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Transsyberia)
.. 333
Changing bulb for side light, halogen
(Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Transsyberia)
.. 333
Changing gas-discharge headlight
(Bi-Xenon headlights)
...................................... 330
Chart
........................................................... 342
Overview
...................................................... 342
Replacing brake light
...................................... 338
Replacing rear fog light
................................... 338
Replacing rear turn signal light
......................... 338
Replacing reversing light
................................. 338
Replacing tail light
.......................................... 338
Button overview
2-zone air conditioning
...................................... 70
4-zone air conditioning, front
.............................. 75
4-zone air conditioning, rear
.............................. 76
Manual air-conditioning
...................................... 67
Parking heater
................................................. 81
CCapacities
Brake fluid
.................................................... 359
Coolant
........................................................ 359
Engine oil
..................................................... 359
Fuel
............................................................. 359
Overview
...................................................... 359
Washer fluid
.................................................. 359
Car care
............................................................... 270Airbags
........................................................ 277
Alcantara
...................................................... 277
Cleaning the engine compartment
..................... 273
Decorative foils
............................................. 271
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 the vehicle, instructions
...................... 271
Wheel bolts
................................................... 293
Windows
...................................................... 274
Car key (remote control)
Changing battery
........................................... 322
Emergency operation of key in ignition lock
........ 159
Locking the vehicle door
................................... 21
Opening/closing Panorama roof system
.............. 99
Opening/closing sliding/lifting roof
...................... 93
Opening/closing windows
(without Porsche Entry & Drive)
.......................... 89
Unlocking the vehicle door
................................. 20
Car Telephone
........................................................ 219
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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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