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Rear SeatsThe rear seats are divided and can be folded
forward individually to make the loadspace bigger.
Caution!
Risk of damage to seat cushions, backrest,
and seat belt if only the backrest is folded
forward.
fAlways fold seat cushions and backrest forward.
Folding rear seats forwardIf the luggage safety net is installed, first set up
the left seat cushion in a vertical position and fold
the left rear seat backrest forward.On vehicles with automatically controlled
four-zone air conditioning:
fPress the safety button in the driver's door
armrest before folding the rear seats forward.
The rear control panel for the air conditioning
ceases to function.
This prevents unintentional adjustment of the
air conditioning.
The symbol in the switch lights up.
1. Remove the headrests of the backrest to be
folded forward.
Please observe the chapter “HEADRESTS” on
Page 36.
2. Move front seats forward.
3. Pull seat cushion up at loop A.
4. Pull seat cushion forward (arrow B).
f f f
Safety button
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8. Insert headrest B into the receiver in the seat
cushion (arrow).
Positioning rear seats1. Remove the headrests from the seat cushion.
2. Make sure that the safety belts are not
trapped.
Raise the backrest until it locks with an audible
click.
The red “verification flag” A must be lowered
completely.3. Fold seat cushion forward.
4. Push seat cushion under the backrest.
5. Press seat cushion downward at the front.
Make sure that the buckles are accessible.
6. Insert the headrests into the backrest.
Please observe the chapter “HEADRESTS” on
Page 36.
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Storage trays in the armrest between the
front seatsTwo storages trays are located in the armrest.
Opening the top tray
fPress button A and lift the cover.Opening the lower tray
fPress button B and lift top tray with the cover
closed.
Storage tray in the rear armrestOne storage tray is located in the armrest.
Opening the storage tray in the armrest
1. Fold down the armrest completely.
2. Press button C and lift the cover.
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Luggage Safety NetfPlease observe the chapter “LOADING INFOR-
MATION” on Page 195.
The safety net can hold back only lightweight
items during braking, direction changes or in an
accident.
Warning!
Danger of injury. During braking, direction
changes or in an accident, an unsecured
load can slip and endanger the occupants.
fAlways secure the passenger compartment
with the luggage safety net.
fAlways fasten the load at the tie-down rings.
fThe load must never project over the top edge
of the seat backrest.
fIf the safety net was heavily stressed or dam-
aged during braking or an accident, etc., have
the luggage safety net and its bracket checked by an authorized Porsche dealer.
Permitted usesOption 1
Option 2
Option 3
fPlease observe the chapter “FOLDING REAR
SEATS FORWARD” on Page 37.
Securing interior with luggage safety netPulling out luggage safety net
fOpen covers of the luggage safety net
brackets.
fPull the luggage safety net out and engage the
fastening hooks on the left and right sides into
the rings on the ceiling.
The luggage safety net fastening hooks can be
pulled out at the sides.
fMake sure that the luggage safety net fasten-
ing hooks are properly engaged in the rings.
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Removing luggage safety net assembly
from the rear seat backrestfOpen both rear doors.
fFold down the left seat backrest first, followed
by the right seat backrest. The seat cushions
need not be folded for this purpose.
fPlease observe the chapter “FOLDING REAR
SEATS FORWARD” on Page 37.
1. Push the luggage safety net assembly in the
direction of the arrow 1.
2. Lift the luggage safety net assembly off
(direction of the arrow 2).
Fastening luggage safety net assembly at
the bottom of the rear seat backrestIf you wish to make better use of the luggage
space, you can fasten the luggage safety net as-
sembly at the lower part of the rear seat backrest.
fInsert the luggage safety net assembly into re-
ceiversA and push it in up to the stop
(arrows).
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CompressorOn vehicles without level-control systems, there is
an additional compressor with pressure tester
under the loadspace floor.
On vehicles with level control, you can use the
compressor of the level-control system to fill the
tires.
The filler hose required for this purpose can be
found under the left rear seat.
fPlease observe the chapter “FOLDING REAR
SEATS FORWARD” on Page 37.
fPlease observe the chapter “INFLATING TIRES
ON VEHICLES WITHOUT AIR SUSPENSION” on
Page 303.
Wheel BoltsfAlways clean the wheel bolts before installing.
Maintenance note
fWheel bolts must not be greased.
fReplace damaged wheel bolts.
Only use the original Porsche wheel bolts spe-
cially designed for this vehicle type.Tightening torque
Tightening torque of the wheel bolts 118 ftlb.
(160 Nm).
Security wheel boltsThe adapter (wrench socket) for the security
wheel bolts is located in the tool box.
To loosen or tighten the wheel bolt with anti-theft
protection, the adapter must be used between the
wheel bolt and the wheel bolt wrench.
fWhen positioning the wrench socket, ensure
that it engages fully in the teeth of the wheel
bolt.
Note on operation
If the wheels have to be removed at the workshop,
please do not forget to hand over the socket for
the security wheel bolts along with the car key.
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
374
Index Warning light ............... 70
,72,112
,222
Porsche Traction Management ............ 217,218
Power measurement ................................... 242
Power steering ........................................... 253
Power windows ..................................... 29,30
Comfort function (windows).................... 30
One-touch operation .............................. 30
Opening/closing windows ...................... 29
Readiness for operation......................... 29
Storing end position .............................. 31
Switching off (rear)......................... 22,31
Power-transmission ..................................... 217
Preservation ............................................... 268
Pressure tester........................................... 306
PSM ........................................ 217
,220
,302
Deactivating ....................................... 222
Indicator light...................................... 112
Information light .................................. 222
Off road ............................................. 221
Switching on ....................................... 222
Warning light ............... 70
,72,112
,222
PTM........................................................... 217
RRadiator fans .............................................. 243
Radio
Tips ................................................... 172
Radio remote control .................................... 17
Changing the battery ........................... 334
Rain sensor ................................................ 121
Rain sensor operation ................................. 122
Reading light
Front.................................................. 149
Rear .................................................. 150Rear differential lock ................................... 214
Rear fog light..................................... 116
,346
Rear lid ...................................................... 182
Locking ................................................ 24
Opening ............................................... 24
Unlocking ............................................. 20
Rear light ................................................... 345
Rear seats.................................................... 37
Folding forward ..................................... 37
Positioning............................................ 39
Rear window ............................................... 184
Locking ................................................ 24
Opening ........................................ 20,24
Unlocking ............................................. 20
Rear window wiper ...................................... 123
Rear-axle load ............................................. 195
Reduction ..................................................... 86
Reflector .................................................... 345
Refuelling ................................................... 260
Relays ........................................................ 310
Release button............................................ 203
Relocking, automatic ..................................... 21
Remote control ............................................. 17
Changing the battery ........................... 334
Removing spots and stains .......................... 268
Reserve ..................................................... 260
REST button ............................. 129
,132
,136
REST mode ....................................... 135,141
Reverse gear ..................................... 166,202
Reversing light ............................................ 346
Rims .......................................................... 228
Diameter ............................................ 290
Rim width ........................................... 290
Rocker switches ......................................... 205
Roof console ..................................... 151,176Roof Transport System ..............193
,363
,365
Running in
Tires ....................................................14
Running-gear control systems ......................217
Running-gear setup......................................239
Indicator light ......................................113
Warning light .......................................239
SSafety belts .........................................42
,273
Belt tensioner .......................................43
Fastening..............................................44
Height adjustment .................................45
Opening................................................44
Warning light ..................................43,48
Safety catch, engine compartment lid ...........185
Safety compliance sticker ............................355
Safety net...................................................188
Assembly............................................190
Bracket ..............................................189
Permitted uses....................................189
Screewdriver ..............................................291
Sealant.........................................91
,98,296
Warning light .......................................110
Sealing set .................................................296
Seals, care .................................................271
Seat heating ........................................40,137
For air-conditioned areas at the rear .......41
Rear ...................................................137
Switching off .........................................40
Switching on .........................................40
Seat memory .......................................33,166
Recall using car key ..............................33
Recall using person buttons ...................33