Controls, Safety, Instruments
11 Controls, Safety, Instruments
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 .................................................... 76Clock ........................................................... 77
Voltmeter ..................................................... 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 Conditioning ........................... 132
Automatically Controlled
Four-Zone Air Conditioning ........................... 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......................................... 171Car Audio Operation/Tips ............................ 172
Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) ..................................... 174
Storage...................................................... 176
Cupholder .................................................. 180
Rear 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
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Controls, Safety, Instruments
Break in hints for the first
2,000 miles (3,000 kilometers)The following tips will be helpful in obtaining opti-
mum performance from your new Porsche.
Despite the most modern, high-precision manufac-
turing methods, it cannot be completely avoided
that the moving parts have to 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 or
other controls during the break-in period which will
gradually disappear.
Break in brake padsNew 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 com-
pensated 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 consumptionDuring the break-in period oil consumption may be
higher than normal.
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 con-
ditions, as well as the amount of dilution and oxi-
dation of the lubricant.
fMake a habit of checking engine oil with every
fuel filling, add if necessary.
fPlease observe the chapter “ENGINE DATA” on
Page 356.
Shifting Gear, Traction Systems
205
D - Automatic selection mode (in the road
driving program)The functions of selector lever positions Dand M
differ in the on-road program, High Range, and in
the off-road program, Low Range.
fUse selector lever position D for “normal” driv-
ing.
The gears are shifted automatically according
to the accelerator position and speed.
Depending on the way the vehicle is driven and on
the resistance (e.g. uphill), the gear-changing
points are shifted towards higher or lower engine-
speed ranges. Movement of the accelerator,
driving speed, longitudinal and lateral acceleration
and the road profile all have an influence on the
gear-changing characteristic.
When PSM is switched off, transmission gear
changes are done at higher engine speeds.
Unwanted upward shifts, e.g. before bends, are
prevented by swiftly releasing the accelerator ped-
al.
Depending on lateral acceleration, upward chang-
es on bends are not made until the engine-speed
limit is reached.
During braking, and depending on the amount of
deceleration, the Tiptronic changes down earlier.
For subsequent cornering, the right gear is en-
gaged when pressure is applied to the brakes be-
fore the bend.The bend is taken in the right gear, and when you
accelerate out of the bend you do not have to
change down.
Moving off
In 2nd gear, the vehicle moves off with the throttle
only slightly open. Move off in 1st gear with the
throttle open wider or when the engine is cold.
When PSM is switched off, the car generally
moves off in 1st gear.
Shifting gear on the steering wheel
By shifting gear with the rocker switches on the
steering wheel, you can temporarily change from
automatic selection mode D to manual selection
mode M.
Advantages
– Shifting down before bends and on entering
built-up areas.
– Shifting down on downward slopes (engine
braking).
– Shifting down for brief spurts of acceleration.
– Selecting 1st or 2nd gear for moving off.
The manual selection mode remains engaged:
– For cornering (depending on the lateral accel-
eration) and overrunning,
– When the vehicle is stationary (e.g. at a junc-
tion).The system leaves manual selection mode:
– automatically after around 8 seconds
(unless car is cornering, overrunning or
stationary),
– if you depress the accelerator to kickdown.
Temporary change-down
Precondition
– Speed is higher than approx. 33 mph
(54 km/h).
fDepress accelerator quickly.
The Tiptronic changes temporarily to the sport-
iest gear-changing map, i.e. to the highest pos-
sible gear-changing points. Correspondingly,
the transmission shifts down immediately by
one, two or three gears.
Ending the function
fRelease the accelerator markedly (by approx.
25%).
f f f
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
Index
375
Storage, automatic ............................... 34
Storing driver’s seat settings ................. 34
Storing parking aid ................................ 34
Storing passenger seat settings............. 34
Seat memory (comfort) ................................. 33
Seat with memory ....................................... 166
Seats
Front .................................................... 32
Position ................................................ 32
Rear..................................................... 37
Setting ................................................. 32
Security wheel bolts .................................... 293
Selection mode
Automatic........................................... 205
Manual ............................................... 207
Selector lever ............................................. 203
Selector lever lock ...................................... 210
Selector lever position ................................ 204
Display ............................................... 203
Service indicator......................................... 112
Shifting
Down ................................................. 207
On the steering wheel.......................... 205
Up ..................................................... 207
Shifting gears ............................................. 202
Shifting up.................................................. 208
Shock absorber adjustment ......................... 217
Shock absorbers ........................................ 217
Side lights .................................................. 116
Side marker light ........................................ 151
Side vents ......................................... 134
,140
Ski bag ...................................................... 191
Sliding roof................................................. 152
Closing............................................... 153Lifting.................................................153
Opening completely .............................153
Opening to comfort setting ..................153
Readiness for operation .......................152
Sliding/lifting roof .......................................152
Closing ...............................................153
Lifting.................................................153
Opening completely .............................153
Opening to comfort setting ..................153
Readiness for operation .......................152
Snow chains ......................................288
,360
Snow tires ..................................................286
Socket .......................................................310
Spare parts ................................................354
Spare wheel ......91
,92,302
,307
,327
,358
Warning light.......................................110
Spare wheel bracket ..........................182,308
Locking ................................................24
Opening ...............................................24
Unlocking .............................................20
Special low level .........................................236
Special terrain level .....................................236
Speed code letter .......................................289
Speed limit ..........................................91,289
Speedometer
Cayenne S .....................................70,72
SportDesign package ......................................7
Stability Management System .............220
,222
Indicator light ......................................112
Off road..............................................221
Warning light.........................70
,72,112
Stability management system.......................217
Starting ......................................................203
Starting and stopping ....................................61Steam-jet units ........................................... 163
Steering lock ............................................... 59
Steering wheel ............................................. 52
Adjusting ............................................. 53
Heating................................................ 52
Multi-functional steering wheel ............... 54
Shifting .............................................. 206
Steering wheel buttons ................................. 54
Lighting ............................................... 55
Stopping ................................................... 209
Storage .............................................. 16
,176
Storage compartment ................................ 176
in the luggage compartment ............... 179
Storage tray
Armrest, front .................................... 178
Armrest, rear ..................................... 178
Stowing luggage ............................... 197,198
Subwoofer
Installing ............................................ 328
Removing .......................................... 328
Summer tires ............................................. 358
Sun blind ................................................... 148
Sun visors ................................................. 147
TTachometer ................................... 70
,72,74
Tail light ..................................................... 345
Tank opening ............................................. 259
Telephone .................................................. 173
Temperature
Sensor ..................................... 132
,136
Setting ..................................... 133,138
Temporary change-down ............................. 205
Terrain level ............................................... 236
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