
Controls, Safety, Instruments
63
StoppingfWithdraw the ignition key only when the vehicle 
is stationary, otherwise the steering lock en-
gages and the vehicle cannot be steered.
fOnly switch the ignition off when the vehicle 
comes to a stop, as there is no steering assis-
tance and brake boost when the engine is 
switched off.
fAlways withdraw the ignition key and engage 
the parking brake when leaving the vehicle.
The control unit always remains in the ignition 
lock in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & 
Drive.
Note on operation
The vehicle battery discharges if the ignition key is 
left inserted.
 Warning!
Danger of injury. Hot engine compartment 
components can burn skin on contact.
fBefore working on any part in the engine com-
partment, turn the engine off and let it cool down sufficiently.Radiator fans
The radiator and radiator fans are in the front of 
the car.
 Warning!
Danger of injury. After the ignition is 
switched off, the engine compartment and 
coolant temperatures are monitored for ap-
prox. 30 minutes. During this period, and de-
pending on temperature, the radiator fan 
may continue to run or start to run.
fCarry out work in these areas only with the en-gine off and exercise extreme caution. 

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75
Temperature gaugePointer below 180°F (80°C) – engine cold
fAvoid high engine speeds and heavy engine 
loading.
Pointer between 180°F (80°C) and 260°F 
(100°C) – normal operating temperature
Pointer may move up to the red area when engine 
is heavily loaded and outside temperature is high.
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.
Please have the fault remedied at an autho-
rized Porsche dealer.
fPlease observe the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” 
on Page 249.
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 up coolant.
Please have the cause of the fault remedied at 
an authorized Porsche dealer.
fPlease observe the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” 
on Page 249.
 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 autho-rized Porsche dealer.
Cooling System 

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111
When vehicle stops: Hit selection Displayed after a flat tire if the system was not informed about 
the work performed.
Make a selection on the multi-purpose display when the vehicle 
is stationary.
Monitoring off Tire pressure monitoring was intentionally deactivated. 
Tire pressure monitoring can be switched on or off on the 
multi-purpose display.
Engine temperature too high Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Check coolant level Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Battery/generator warning Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue 
driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Starting  engine The battery discharges if the engine is not running and loads are 
switched on. 
Start the vehicle or switch the loads off.
Electrics – Loads – Switch-off Vehicle electrical system is overloaded. Certain loads (e.g. 
heated rear window, seat heating) will be switched off.
Please refuel
Topping up washer fluid
Oil level monitoring – Failure – Workshop Have  the  fault  remedied  at  an  authorized  Porsche  dealer.
Checking the oil level
Instrument
panelMulti-purpose
displayText display Meaning/measures 

242
Maintenance, Car Care
Exercise Extreme Caution when 
Working on your Vehicle
 Danger!
Ignoring the following instructions may 
cause serious personal injury or death.
fThe engine compartment of any motor vehicle 
is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not 
fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do 
not attempt the adjustments described on the 
following pages. 
This caution applies to the entire vehicle.
fO n l y  w o r k  o n  y o u r  v e h i c l e  o u t d o o r s  o r  i n  a  w e l l  
ventilated area.
fEnsure that there are no open flames in the 
area of your vehicle at any time when fuel 
fumes might be present. Be especially cau-
tious of such devices such as hot water heat-
ers which ignite a flame intermittently.
fBefore working on any part in the engine com-
partment, turn the engine off and let it cool 
down sufficiently. Hot engine compartment 
components can burn skin on contact.
fBe alert and cautious around engine at all 
times while the engine is running.
If you have to work on the engine while it is run-
ning, always put the handbrake on and put the 
gearshift lever in neutral or the selector lever 
in position P.fIn particular, be very careful to ensure that 
items of clothing (ties, shirt, sleeves etc.), jew-
elry, long hair, hand or fingers cannot get 
caught in the fan, belts or other moving parts.
The radiator and radiator fans are in the front 
of the car.
The fans can start or continue running as a 
function of temperature, even with the engine 
switched off.
Carry out work in these areas only with the en-
gine off and exercise extreme caution.
fYour Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig-
nition system. When the ignition is on, high volt-
age is present in all wires connected with the 
ignition system; therefore, exercise extreme 
caution when working on any part of the engine 
while the ignition is on or the engine is running.
fAlways support your car with safety stands if it 
is necessary to work under the car. The jack 
supplied with the car is not adequate for this 
purpose.
fWhen working under the car without safety 
stands but with the wheels on the ground, 
make sure the car is on level ground, the 
wheels are blocked, and that the engine can-
not be started.
Withdraw ignition keys (switch ignition off in ve-
hicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive).
fDo not smoke or allow an open flame around 
the battery or fuel.
Keep a fire extinguisher in close reach.fIncomplete or improper servicing may cause 
problems in the operation of the car. If in doubt 
about any servicing, have it done by your au-
thorized Porsche dealer.
Improper maintenance during the warranty pe-
riod may affect your Porsche warranty cove-
rage.
fSupplies of fluids, e.g. engine oil, washer fluid, 
brake fluid or coolant, are hazardous to your 
health.
Keep these fluids out of children's reach and 
dispose of them in accordance with the appro-
priate regulations.
fSome countries require additional tools and 
special spare parts to be carried. 
Please make enquiries before driving abroad.
Power measurementsPower measurements on dynamometers are not 
approved by Porsche. 

276
Practical Tips, Minor Repairs
Exercise Extreme Caution when 
Working on your Vehicle
 Danger!
Ignoring the following instructions may 
cause serious personal injury or death.
fThe engine compartment of any motor vehicle 
is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not 
fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do 
not attempt the adjustments described on the 
following pages. 
This caution applies to the entire vehicle.
fO n l y  w o r k  o n  y o u r  v e h i c l e  o u t d o o r s  o r  i n  a  w e l l  
ventilated area.
fEnsure that there are no open flames in the 
area of your vehicle at any time when fuel 
fumes might be present. Be especially cau-
tious of such devices such as hot water heat-
ers which ignite a flame intermittently.
fBefore working on any part in the engine com-
partment, turn the engine off and let it cool 
down sufficiently. Hot engine compartment 
components can burn skin on contact.
fBe alert and cautious around engine at all 
times while the engine is running.
If you have to work on the engine while it is run-
ning, always put the handbrake on and put the 
gearshift lever in neutral or the selector lever 
in position P.fIn particular, be very careful to ensure that 
items of clothing (ties, shirt, sleeves etc.), jew-
elry, long hair, hand or fingers cannot get 
caught in the engine-compartment blower, fan, 
belts or other moving parts.
The radiator and radiator fans are in the front 
of the car.
The fans can start or continue running as a 
function of temperature, even with the engine 
switched off.
Carry out work in these areas only with the 
engine off and exercise extreme caution.
fYour Porsche is equipped with an electronic 
ignition system. When the ignition is on, high 
voltage is present in all wires connected with 
the ignition system; therefore, exercise 
extreme caution when working on any part of 
the engine while the ignition is on or the engine 
is running.
fAlways support your car with safety stands if it 
is necessary to work under the car. The jack 
supplied with the car is not adequate for this 
purpose.
fWhen working under the car without safety 
stands but with the wheels on the ground, 
make sure the car is on level ground, the 
wheels are blocked, and that the engine can-
not be started.
Remove the ignition key.fDo not smoke or allow an open flame around 
the battery or fuel.
Keep a fire extinguisher in close reach.
fIncomplete or improper servicing may cause 
problems in the operation of the car. If in doubt 
about any servicing, have it done by your 
authorized Porsche dealer.
Improper maintenance during the warranty 
period may affect your Porsche warranty cov-
erage.
fSupplies of fluids, e.g. engine oil, brake fluid or 
coolant, are hazardous to your health. Keep 
these fluids out of children's reach and dispose 
of them in accordance with the appropriate 
regulations.
fSome countries require additional tools and 
special spare parts to be carried. 
Please make enquiries before driving abroad.
Notes on Minor RepairsTool kitThe tool kit is accommodated in the spare-wheel 
well under the cover of the loadspace floor. 

Index
369
Warning light ........................................ 68
Brake-fluid level
Checking ............................................ 251
Brakes ................................................ 64
,226
Fluid.......................................... 251,362
Fluid warning light ...................... 112,252
Pads ............................................. 14,69
Test stand .......................................... 226
Warning light ........................................ 65
Wear .................................................. 112
Bulbs
Changing............................................ 346
Chart ................................................. 335
CCapacities .................................................. 362
Car care..................................................... 265
Car key
Battery ............................................... 334
Car Telephone ............................................ 173
Care ................................................. 269
,271
cargo area ................................................. 186
Carpet ....................................................... 272
Catalytic converter...................................... 264
Center differential lock ................................ 213
Central locking system ......................... 21,310
Button .................................................. 22
Button (rear) .................................. 22,31
Unlocking vehicle doors ......................... 21
Central vents ..................................... 134
,140
Changing wheels................................ 294,301
Check engine ............................................... 79
Checking hydraulic fluid (power steering) ...... 253
Child restraint anchorages ............................. 46Child restraint systems ..................................47
Child seat bracket .........................................48
Child seats ...................................................48
Installing ...............................................48
Childproof locks
Rear doors ...........................................26
Cigarette lighter ..........................................171
Circulating-air mode ...........................134
,139
Circulating-air mode, automatic ...........134,139
Cleaner
Air......................................................254
Particle...............................................254
Clock ..................................................77,101
Closing mechanism, power ..........................183
Clutch ........................................................202
Collapsible spare wheel ............. 92
,110
,222
,
......................................302
,327
,358
,359
Comfort function
Sliding/lifting roof.......................153,158
Comfort lighting ..........................................151
Coming Home function .......................106,151
Compass....................................................102
Compressor ......................................293,304
Coolant
Checking ............................................249
Cooling system .............................................75
Engine coolant level warning ..................75
Temperature gauge...............................75
Warning ................................................75
Cornering light ...................................117,342
Crankcase ventilation ..................................264
Crossing obstacles .....................................234
Cruise control
Accelerating .......................................125
Decelerating .......................................125Interrupting ........................................ 125
Speed limit ........................................ 124
Storing speed .................................... 124
Switching off ...................................... 126
Switching on ...................................... 124
Cupholder.................................................. 180
Closing rear ....................................... 181
Opening front ..................................... 180
opening rear ...................................... 181
Removing insert front ......................... 180
DData bank .................................................. 354
Diagnostic Socket ........................................ 15
Dimensions ................................................ 365
Dimming .................................................... 151
Button ............................................... 149
Door lock
Deicing .............................................. 267
Door locking, automatic ....................... 23
,104
Door mirrors .............................. 56
,151
,198
Automatic anti-dazzle operation ............. 58
Driving with a trailer ............................ 198
Extending ............................................ 57
Folding in ............................................. 57
Heating................................................ 57
Setting ................................................ 57
Swivelling, automatic ............................ 57
Door opening .......... 19
,20,21,23,26,104
Emergency operation ........................... 18
Door trim panel
Lighting ............................................. 151
Doors.......................................................... 26
Door-surrounding lighting ............................ 151 

378Porsche and the Environment .......................... 4
Never invite car theft! .................................... 16
Keys ............................................................ 17
Central Locking System ................................ 21
Porsche Entry & Drive ................................... 24
Doors .......................................................... 26
Alarm System, Ultrasound Passenger Compart-
ment Monitoring System, Inclination Sensor .... 27
Power Windows ............................................ 29
Front seats................................................... 32
Front seat with memory................................. 33
Easy Entry Function ...................................... 35
Headrests .................................................... 36
Rear Seats ................................................... 37
Heated Seats – Front and Rear ...................... 40
Safety Belts.................................................. 42
Child Restraint Anchorages ............................ 46
Child Restraint Systems ................................ 47
Airbag Systems ............................................ 49
Steering Wheel ............................................. 52
Multi-Functional Steering Wheel ...................... 54
Interior Mirror ............................................... 56
Door Mirrors ................................................ 56
Automatic Anti-Dazzle Mirror .......................... 58
Ignition Lock/Steering Lock ........................... 59
Starting and Stopping the Engine ................... 61
Parking Brake............................................... 64
Brakes ......................................................... 65
Instrument Panel USA Models ........................ 70
Instrument Panel Canada Models ................... 72
Oil Temperature Gauge ................................. 74
Cooling System ............................................ 75
Fuel ............................................................. 76
Odometer .................................................... 76
Clock ........................................................... 77Voltmeter ..................................................... 78
Emission Control........................................... 79
Multi-Purpose Display .................................... 80
Warning Lights and Warning Messages ......... 108
Light Switch ............................................... 116
Instrument Illumination ................................. 118
Automatic Headlight Beam Adjustment.......... 118
Turn signal/High Beam/Headlight Flasher Stalk ...
119
Emergency flasher ...................................... 120
Windshield Wiper/Washer Stalk .................... 121
Cruise Control ............................................ 124
Vents ......................................................... 127
Fresh-air intake ........................................... 127
Heated Rear Window ................................... 128
Manual Air Conditioning ............................... 129
Automatically Controlled Two-Zone Air Condi-
tioning........................................................ 132
Automatically Controlled Four-Zone Air Condi-
tioning........................................................ 136
Parking Heater............................................ 142
Sun Visors .................................................. 147
Sun Blinds, Rear Side Windows .................... 148
Interior Lighting .......................................... 149
Door-Surrounding Lighting ........................... 151
Coming Home Function (Off Delay) ............... 151
Sliding/Lifting Roof ..................................... 152
Parking Aids ............................................... 162
Garage Door Opener ................................... 167
Ashtray ...................................................... 170
Cigarette Lighter......................................... 171
Car Audio Operation/Tips ............................ 172
Porsche Communication Management (PCM). 174
Storage...................................................... 176
Cupholder .................................................. 180Rear Lid .....................................................182
Rear Window...............................................184
Engine Compartment Lid .............................184
Loadspace .................................................186
Luggage Compartment Cover ......................187
Luggage Safety Net ....................................189
Ski Bag ......................................................191
Roof Transport System................................193
Trailer Coupling...........................................194
Loading Information.....................................195
Manual transmission, clutch .........................202
Tiptronic S..................................................203
Selector Lever Positions ..............................204
Driving Programs for On-Road and Off-Road Dri-
ving ...........................................................211
Power-Transmission and Running-Gear Control Sy-
stems ........................................................217
Off-Road Driving ..........................................227
Air Suspension with Level Control and Height Adju-
stment .......................................................236
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) .
239
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your 
Vehicle .......................................................242
Engine Oil Level ..........................................244
Engine Oil Recommendation .........................247
Coolant Level ..............................................249
Brake-Fluid Level .........................................251
Washer Fluid ...............................................252
Power Steering ...........................................253
Air Cleaner .................................................254
Particle Filter ..............................................254
Automatic Transmission Fluid .......................254
Manual Transmission Oil ..............................254
Wiper Blades ..............................................255