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Function keysfPlease read the operating instructions sup-
plied for the Porsche communication systems
before operating the function keys.
Steering wheel buttons – lightingWhen the light switch is operated, the light switch-
es on automatically.
Using the buttons on the back of the steering
wheel (arrow), the lighting for the function keys
and the rocker switches can be switched on and
off.
Switching lighting off
fPress button.
Switching lighting on
fPress button again.
Manual tuning
– Set radio station manually.
Scan titles, radio stations
– Scan titles, radio stations briefly.
Increase the volume of the relevant
communication system
Decrease the volume of the relevant
communication system
Next radio station/title
– Select the next radio station or title.
Last radio station/title
– Select the previous radio station or tit-
le.
Switch off the sound
Source selection
– Select available audio source.
Depending on the equipment in your
vehicle, the following sources are avai-
lable:
radio, CDS (single CD player), CDC
(CD changer).
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Compact disc player
Caution!
To avoid damage to compact disc player and
discs.
fUse only compact discs labeled as shown, hav-
ing no dirt, damage or warpage.
fNever attempt to disassemble or oil any part
of the player unit. Do not insert any object oth-
er than a disc into the slot.Remember there are
no user-serviceable parts inside the compact
disc player.
fDo not allow the disc to sustain any finger-
prints, scrapes or stickers on the surfaces.
This may cause poor sound quality.
Hold the disc only on the edge or center hole.
fWhen not in use, take the disc out of the player,
put the disc back into its case and store it
away from dust, heat, damp and direct sun-
light.
Leaving the disc on the dashboard in the sun
can damage the disc.fIf the disc gets dirty, clean the disc by wiping
the surfaces from the center to the outside in
a radial direction with a soft cloth.
Do not use a conventional record cleaner or
anti-static record preservative.
Disc cleaners are available in audio stores.
Car Telephone and Aftermarket Alarms Important legal and safety information re-
garding the use of cellular telephones
Some states may prohibit the use of cellular tele-
phones while driving a vehicle. Check the laws and
regulations on the use of cellular telephones in the
areas where you drive.
Danger!
Risk of an accident.
Severe personal injury or death can result in
the event of an accident.
Looking away from the road or turning your
attention away from your driving can cause
an accident and serious personal injury or
death.
When using your cellular telephone, you should al-
ways:
fGive full attention to your driving - pull off the
road and park before making or answering a
call if traffic conditions so require; andfKeep both hands on the steering wheel - use
hands-free operation (if available) - pull off the
road and park before using a hand-held tele-
phone.
It is essential to observe the instructions of
the telephone manufacturer before putting
the telephone into operation.
Any portable telephone or radio transmitter which
is used in a Porsche must be properly installed in
accordance with the technical requirements of
Porsche.
The transmission power must not exceed
10 W.
The devices must possess a type approval for
your vehicle and have an “e“ symbol.
If you should require equipment with transmission
power values greater than 10 W, please consult
your authorized Porsche dealer for this purpose.
He is familiar with the technical requirements for
installing devices of this kind.
The antennas for all radios and telephones with a
transmitting antenna must be externally mounted.
The improper installation of radios or telephones
or use of a radio or telephone with a transmitting
antenna inside the car may cause the warning
lights to come on.
Improper installation of such equipment can cre-
ate a discharged battery or excessive current
draw from added equipment.
f f f
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Drawer underneath the passenger’s seatThere is room for the fire extinguisher in the draw-
er underneath the right front seat. On vehicles with
DVD navigation, the DVD player is under the right
front seat.
Please observe the chapter “DVD PLAYER UNDER
THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT” on Page 181.
Opening
fLift the unlocking handle and pull out the draw-
er.
Closing
fClose the drawer until it clicks audibly into
place.
Side storage compartments in the
luggage compartmentSpace is provided for the warning triangle in the
right-hand storage compartment.
Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, there
is an additional storage option in the left-hand
storage compartment.
The intermediate base can be removed to in-
crease the size of the drawer.Opening the storage compartment
fPull off the cover on the handle recess.
Closing the storage compartment
fFirst, insert the cover at the bottom and then
close it until it clicks audibly into place.
Caution!
Risk of damage.
fBecause of the heat, the right-hand storage
compartment cannot be used as such in
vehicles that have air suspension with level control and height adjustment.
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Opening rear cupholderfPress on the cover of the cupholder (arrow).Closing rear cupholderfClose and engage the cupholder.
DVD player under the right front seatOn vehicles with DVD navigation, the DVD player is
under the right front seat behind a cover.
Opening the cover
fPull cover upwards on the handle
(direction of the arrow 1).
fPull out cover towards the front
(direction of the arrow 2).Closing the cover
fInsert the four guide lugs of the cover into their
openings (arrow).
fPress the cover into place.
fPush down the cover until it can be felt clicking
into place.
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Index Drinks holder .............................................. 180
Closing rear........................................ 181
Opening front ..................................... 180
opening rear ....................................... 181
Removing insert front .......................... 180
Driving
Load .................................................. 197
Off road ............................................. 227
Sand .................................................. 234
Trailer ................................................ 199
Winter ................................................ 209
Driving downhill .......................................... 231
Driving light assistant
Light switch ........................................ 116
Driving light assistant, automatic.................. 117
Driving performance ................................... 364
Driving program
Low Range indicator light .................... 212
Off road ........................... 206
,208
,211
Reduced ............................................ 209
Road .................................................. 212
Driving programme
Off road ............................................. 216
Road ................................ 205
,207
,216
Driving systems for off-road driving .............. 228
Driving with a trailer .................. 165
,198
,363
Drop-center rim .......................................... 290
DVD Player ........................................ 179,181
EEasy Entry function ....................................... 35
ECON mode ...................................... 135
,140
Button .............................. 129
,132
,136
Electrical system ........................................ 310Emergency flasher ...................................... 120
Emergency operation
Door lock ............................................. 23
Doors................................................... 18
Ignition key ........................................... 18
Sliding/lifting roof................................ 154
Emergency starting ..................................... 331
Emergency unlocking
Filler flap ............................................ 260
Selector lever ..................................... 210
Spare wheel bracket ........................... 309
Emission control ................................. 5
,8,79
Check engine warning light .................... 79
Emission Control System ............................. 263
Engine
Cooling system ..................................... 75
Data................................................... 356
Idling .................................................. 204
Starting and stopping ............................ 61
Engine compartment
Cleaning ............................................. 269
Lid ..................................................... 184
Engine compartment lid
Warning light....................................... 115
Engine drag torque control .......................... 221
Engine Oil
Performance class .............................. 248
Viscosity............................................. 248
Engine oil ................................................... 243
Change .............................................. 247
Dipstick .............................................. 245
Level .................................................. 244
Recommendation ................................ 247
Temperature gauge............................... 74Topping up .........................................246
Warning ..............................................244
Engine oil level ............................................244
Checking ............................................244
Engine residual heat ...........................135
,141
Entry aid.......................................................35
Switching on and off ..............................35
Exhaust gas
Monitoring ..............................................5
Monitoring warning light ..................70,72
Exit aid .........................................................35
Switching on and off ..............................35
FFabric linings ..............................................273
Filler flap ....................................................259
Release ................................................15
Filling pressure..............................................87
Plate ..................................................355
Reducing ...................................304
,306
Tables ................................................361
Warning light .........................70
,72,110
Warning message..................................95
Fire extinguisher..........................................175
First aid kit .................................................179
Floor mats ..................................................272
Fluids and fuels ...........................................362
Fog lights ...................................................116
Folding wedges...........................................295
Footbrake .....................................................65
Warning light .........................................66
Footwell light ..............................................151
Fresh-air intake ...........................................127
Front seat with memory ..........................33,34