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Ignition lock position 1Ignition on
fTurn ignition key to position 1.
Ignition is switched on.
Note on operation
All electrical equipment can be switched on.
The warning lights light up for a lamp check.
fPlease observe the chapter “INSTRUMENT PA-
NEL USA MODELS” on Page 70.Ignition lock position 2Starting engine
fOperate footbrake.
fFully depress and hold the clutch pedal or on
vehicles with Tiptronic S:
move the selector lever to position P or N.
fDo not press the accelerator pedal.
The engine control module will provide the
correct starting mixture.
fTurn ignition key to ignition lock position 2.fDo not operate the starter longer than approx.
10 seconds.
If necessary, repeat the starting procedure af-
ter a pause of approx. 10 seconds.
Turn the ignition key to ignition lock position 3
(ignition off) first.
fDo not warm up the engine when stationary.
Drive off immediately.
Avoid high revolutions and full throttle until the
engine has reached operating temperature.
fIf battery output is insufficient, jump leads can
be used to start the engine.
Please observe the chapter “EMERGENCY
STARTING WITH JUMPER CABLES” on
Page 331.
Notes on operation
The first operation of the starter is ended
automatically when the engine starts.
If the engine does not start, subsequent starter
operations will not be ended automatically.
When the engine is started, the warning lights
must go out.
Ignition lock position 3Ignition off
fTurn ignition key to ignition lock position 3.
Locking the steering column Vehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive
The steering column is automatically locked
when the ignition key is withdrawn from the
ignition lock.
The steering column is automatically unlocked
when the ignition key is inserted into the ignition
lock.
Vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive
The steering column is automatically locked
when the ignition is switched off and the vehicle is
locked.
fTo lock intentionally, once the ignition is
switched off, turn the control unit again to the
ignition lock position 3 and hold it there for
2seconds.
The steering column is locked.
The steering column is automatically unlocked
by turning the control unit from ignition lock
position0.
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Starting and Stopping the EnginefPlease observe the chapter “IMMOBILIZER” on
Page 19.
fPlease observe the chapter “EMISSION
CONTROL SYSTEM” on Page 263.
Danger!
Risk of poisoning. Exhaust gas contains
colorless and odorless carbon monoxide
(CO), which is toxic even in low concentra-
tion. Carbon monoxide can cause uncon-
sciousness and even death if inhaled.
fNever start or let the engine run in an en-
closed, unventilated area. It is not recommend-
ed to sit in your car for prolonged periods with
the engine on and the car not moving.
An unattended vehicle with a running engine
is potentially hazardous. If warning lights
should come on to indicate improper opera-
tion, they would go unnoticed.
fNever leave the engine idling unattended.
Danger of fire.
fDo not drive or park your car where combus-
tible materials, such as dry grass or leaves,
can come into contact with the hot exhaust
system.
fIf your car catches on fire for any reason, call
the fire department. Do not endanger your life by attempting to put out the fire.
Starting vehicles with manual
transmissionfOperate footbrake.
fFully depress and hold the clutch pedal.
fPut the gearshift lever in neutral.
fDo not press the accelerator pedal. The engine
control module will provide the correct starting
mixture.
fTurn ignition key to ignition lock position 2.
fDo not operate the starter longer than approx.
10 seconds. If necessary, repeat the starting
procedure after a pause of approx.
10 seconds. Turn the ignition key back to
ignition lock position 3 first.
The first operation of the starter is ended automat-
ically when the engine starts.
If the engine does not start, subsequent starter
operations will not be ended automatically.fDo not warm up the engine when stationary.
Drive off immediately.
Avoid high revolutions and full throttle until the
engine has reached operating temperature.
fIf battery output is insufficient, jump leads can
be used to start the engine.
fPlease observe the chapter “EMERGENCY
STARTING WITH JUMPER CABLES” on
Page 331.
Note on operation
To ensure a good charge condition for the battery
and thus its ability to start the engine, all electrical
accessories which are not required should be swit-
ched off when the ignition is switched on and when
engine revolutions are low (in stop and go traffic).
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Starting vehicles with Tiptronic SfOperate footbrake.
fMove selector lever to position P or N.
fDo not press the accelerator pedal.
The engine control module will provide the
correct starting mixture.
fTurn ignition key to ignition lock position 2.
fDo not operate the starter longer than
approx. 10 seconds.
If necessary, repeat the starting procedure
after a pause of approx. 10 seconds. Turn the
ignition key back to ignition lock position 3
first.
The first operation of the starter is ended
automatically when the engine starts.
If the engine does not start, subsequent starter
operations will not be ended automatically.fDo not warm up the engine when stationary.
Drive off immediately.
Avoid high revolutions and full throttle until the
engine has reached operating temperature.
fIf battery output is insufficient, jump leads can
be used to start the engine.
Please observe the chapter “EMERGENCY
STARTING WITH JUMPER CABLES” on
Page 331.
Note on operation
To ensure a good charge condition for the battery
and thus its ability to start the engine, all electrical
accessories which are not required should be
switched off when the ignition is switched on and
when engine revolutions are low (in stop and go
traffic).
Starting with auxiliary batteryIf your vehicle is fitted with an additional battery
in the luggage compartment, you have the possi-
bility of starting the engine with the ignition key,
even if the main battery fails.
In vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive:
1. Remove the Porsche Entry & Drive control unit
from the ignition lock.
Please observe the chapter “REMOVING THE
CONTROL UNIT FROM THE IGNITION LOCK” on
Page 59.
2. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock and
start the engine as described.
fPlease have the cause of the fault remedied at
an authorized Porsche dealer.
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E - Opens sliding/lifting roof element
completelyfTurn knob to switch position E.
fRoof element 3 will be opened completely.
The roller blind will open automatically to the
selected opening width.Comfort function when locking/unlocking
the vehiclefHold the car key in the door lock in the
unlocking or locking position until the windows
and the Panorama roof system have reached
the desired position.
fOn vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive, keep
the button in the door lock pressed until the
windows and the Panorama roof system have
reached the desired position.
Force limiter for the Panorama roof
systemAll roof elements are equipped with a force limiter.
If the sliding roof or the sliding/lifting roof element
is obstructed during the closing or opening
process, the respective roof element opens or
closes again immediately.
Closing a roof element after triggering the
force limiter
1. Remove the obstruction.
2. Turn knob to position A again.Electric emergency closing function
Warning!
Risk of injury from the emergency closing
function for the Panorama roof system. The
force limiter is not available and the roof
elements will close with full force.
fTa k e c a r e t o e n s u r e t h a t n o b o d y c a n b e i n j u re d when the Panorama roof system is closing.
If the roof cannot be closed due to dirt, ice, or
similar substances:
1. Turn knob to position A.
2. Hold the knob in position A until all roof
elements are completely closed.
Save final position of the Panorama roof
systemAfter disconnecting/reconnecting the vehicle
battery or if the vehicle battery is discharged, or
after emergency starting with jumper cables, the
final positions of the Panorama roof system are
lost.
Warning!
Risk of injury when closing the Panorama
roof system. The force limiter is not available
and the roof elements will close with full
force.
fTake care to ensure that nobody can be injured when the Panorama roof system is closing.
1. Switch ignition off.
2. Turn knob to position A.
3. Switch ignition on.
4. Hold knob in position A. The closing process
begins after around 5 seconds. Hold the knob
in position until the roller blind and all roof
elements are completely closed. The proce-
dure lasts approximately 20 seconds.
Note on operation
If the procedure is interrupted, saving the final po-
sitions must be started from the beginning.
Shifting Gear, Traction Systems
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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 in-
volved.
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 wa-
ter.
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 brake the brakes dry after driving
through the water.
HumpsfPlease observe the chapter “GROUND CLEA-
RANCE” on Page 366.
Note on operation
fActivate Low Range and engage differential
locks if necessary.
Tips on driving
fJust before reaching the hump, ease off the ac-
celerator slightly and use the car's momentum
to cross the hump. This will prevent the car
from jumping over the hump and landing on the
following downward slope at an excessive
speed.
fAvoid high engine speeds (max. 2,500 rpm).
Practical Tips, Minor Repairs
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Exercise Extreme Caution
when Working on your Vehicle ..................... 276
Notes on Minor Repairs .............................. 276
Tires/Wheels ............................................. 277
Jack .......................................................... 291
Tool Kit ..................................................... 291
Lifting the Vehicle with a
Lifting Platform or Garage lift ...................... 292
Compressor .............................................. 293
Wheel Bolts ............................................... 293
Changing Wheels........................................ 294
Flat Tire ..................................................... 295
Electrical System ....................................... 310
Battery ...................................................... 320
Emergency Starting with Jumper Cables ...... 331
Replacing the remote control battery ........... 334
Bulb Chart ................................................. 335
Replacing Bulbs ......................................... 336
Headlights ................................................. 337
Tail Light ................................................... 345
License Plate Lights ................................... 347
Headlight Adjustment.................................. 348
Changing Headlights from
Left to Right-Hand Traffic ............................ 349
Towing ...................................................... 350
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Practical Tips, Minor Repairs
+ = Positive terminal for jump lead starting
– = Grounding point for jump lead starting4. Connect clamps of the compressor to the
jump lead starting terminals.
Always observe the following sequence:
– Open the cap of the positive terminal for emer-
gency starting with jumper cables (+).
– Connect positive lead (red) B to the positive
terminal for emergency starting with jumper
cables (+).
– Connect negative lead (black) C to the nega-
tive terminal for emergency starting with
jumper cables (
–).
Warning!
Danger of burning. The compressor filler
hose can become hot during the inflation
process.
fWear gloves.
5. Switch on compressor with switch D.
The required filling pressure will be reached
after a few minutes.
6. Switch off compressor with switch D.
7. Check filling pressure with pressure tester E.
Then reduce tire pressure or add more air if
necessary.
Recheck the filling pressure.
8. Unscrew filler hose of the compressor.Reducing filling pressure on vehicles
without air suspension1. Switch off compressor with switch D.
2. Open air bleed screw F until the correct filling
pressure is achieved.
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Removing and installing battery
Danger!
Danger of explosion and injury and risk of
short circuit and damage to the alternator
and electronic control units.
fHave the battery removed and installed only by
a qualified professional.
fDo not disconnect battery while the engine is
running.
fDisconnect and connect the battery only with
the greatest care. Danger of short circuit and
explosion.
fDo not tilt the battery when removing it.Risk of caustic burns from escaping acid.
The battery is located in the battery box under the
left front seat.
If the battery is completely discharged, the vehicle
must be provided with external power at the jump-
lead starting points so that you can move the seat.
fPlease observe the chapter “EMERGENCY
STARTING WITH JUMPER CABLES” on
Page 331.Maintenance note
The seat mounting bolts must be replaced each
time they are loosened.
The bolts are micro-encapuslated and keep dust
and water out.
If this is not observed, it might not be possible to
attain the prescribed tightening torque of 37 ftlb
(50 Nm).
Removing battery
1. Switch off all electrical loads and withdraw the
ignition key.
2. Move the left front seat all the way back and
up.
Move the backrest fully upright.
3. Unclip front seat trim A.
f f f