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Controls, Safety, Instruments
Level gaugeWhen the ignition is on the fuel level is displayed.
fPlease observe the chapter “CAPACITIES” on
Page 351.
If the vehicle's inclination changes (e.g. going up-
hill/downhill), minor deviations in the indication
may occur.
Fuel reserve warningWhen the engine is running, the warning light on
the multi-purpose display of the instrument panel
lights up if less than 3 gallons (12 litres) of fuel re-
mains in the tank or the range on remaining fuel
falls below approx. 30 miles (50 km).
fFill up at the next opportunity.
Caution!
A shortage of fuel may cause damage to the
emission control system.
fNever drive the tank dry.
fIf the warning lights have come on, do not take turns at high speed.
fPlease observe the chapter “HOW EMISSION
CONTROL WORKS” on Page 255.
Fuel
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Controls, Safety, Instruments Notes on operation
The parking heater runs on fuel, and it therefore
cannot be switched on after the reserve warning
lights up.
fPlease observe the chapter “FUEL RESERVE
WARNING” on Page 74.
The parking heater must be operated at least
once per month, with the engine cold and the
blower at its lowest setting.
Ignition off: When the parking heater is running,
the remaining running time is shown on the display
panel.
Operation of the parking heater is clearly audible
when outside temperatures are low and the engine
is cold.Switching on
fPress ON/OFF button C.
The programed parking heating or parking ven-
tilation function is switched on.
Switching off
fPress ON/OFF button C again.
Note on operation
fAfter switching off the parking heater using
ON/OFF button C wait for at least 2 minutes
before you press the button again.
The combusion chamber is cleaned.
Switching parking heater on and
off
Maintenance, Car Care
251
Emergency unlocking
If the electrical release is faulty:
1. Open rear lid.
2. Remove lid of the right storage compartment.
3. Pull emergency release Ain the direction of
the arrow.
The filler flap pops open.
Refuelling
Danger!
The RF energy from a cellphone can cause a
sparking on bare metal, much like aluminium
foil in a microwave oven. The spark could ig-
nite gasoline fumes present while refuling.
Static discharge from your body can ignite
gasoline fumes present when you get back
out of the vehicle and touch the fuel nozzle.
In either case, resulting fire can cause seri-
ous damage to the vehicle, serious injury or
death to persons in immediate vicinity.
fDo not use a cellphone while pumping gas.
fDo not re-enter the vehicle while pumping gas.Total capacity approx. 26.4 gallons or
100 liters, including approx. 3 gallons or
12 liters reserve
1. Stop the engine and switch off the ignition.
2. Slowly unscw the tank cap.
Hang the tank cap on plastic strap A of the fill-
er flap.
3. Insert pump nozzle fully into the filler neck with
the handle of the pump nozzle facing down.
4. Do not add further fuel once the correctly op-
erated automatic pump nozzle has switched
off.
Fuel could spray or could run over when heat-
ed.
5. Replace the tank cap immediately after refuel-
ling and turn it until you hear it and feel it en-
gage.
Maintenance note
If you lose the tank filler cap, you must replace it
only with an original part.
Vehicle Identification, Technical Data
351
CapacitiesUse only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you.
Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels.1 Depending on equipment levelEngine oil change quantity without oil filter
approx. 8.5 quarts (8.0 liters)
Engine oil change quantity with oil filter approx. 9.0 quarts (8.5 litres)
Reference indication is the level on the oil dipstick.
Please observe the chapter “ENGINE OIL LEVEL” on Page 236.
Coolant
1)
approx. 4.8 – 5.5 U.S. gallons (18 - 21 liters)
Automatic transmission with torque converter approx. 10.6 quarts (10.1 liters)
Transfer box
approx. 0.9 quarts (0.85 liter)
Front-axle differential approx. 1.1 quarts (1.0 liter)
Rear-axle differential
approx. 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters)
Locking rear differential approx. 1.7 quarts (1.6 liters)
Fuel tank
approx. 26.4 U.S. gallons (100 liters),
including approx. 3.1 U.S. gallons (12 liters) reserve
Fuel quality The engine is designed to provide optimum performance and fuel consumption if unleaded premi-
um fuel with 98 RON/88 MON is used.
If unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON/85 MON are used, the engine's
“Electronic Oktane™ knock control“ automatically adapts the ignition timing.
Power steering
approx. 1.6 quarts (1.5 liters) Pentosin CHF 11 S
®
Brake fluid approx. 1.0 quart (0.95 liter)
Use only Original Porsche brake fluid.Window/headlight washer system
approx. 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters)
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Index Power windows .............................. 29
,30,31
Comfort function (windows).................... 30
One-touch operation .............................. 30
Opening/closing windows ...................... 29
Readiness for operation......................... 29
Storing end position .............................. 31
Switching off (rear)................................ 31
Power-transmission ..................................... 211
Preservation ............................................... 259
Pressure tester........................................... 298
PSM ........................................ 211
,214
,294
Deactivating ....................................... 216
Indicator light...................................... 110
Information light .................................. 216
Off road ............................................. 215
Switching on ....................................... 216
Warning light ............... 68
,70,110
,216
PTM.................................................. 211,212
RRadiator fans .............................................. 235
Radio
Tips ................................................... 167
Radio remote control .................................... 17
Changing the battery ........................... 326
Rain sensor ................................................ 119
Rain sensor operation ................................. 120
Reading light
Front.................................................. 144
Rear .................................................. 145
Rear differential lock ................................... 208
Rear fog light .................................... 114
,336Rear lid ............................................. 178
,179
Locking ................................................ 24
Opening ............................................... 24
Unlocking ............................................. 20
Rear light ................................................... 335
Rear seats.................................................... 37
Folding forward ..................................... 37
Rear window ............................................... 180
Locking ................................................ 24
Opening ........................................ 20,24
Unlocking ............................................. 20
Rear window wiper ...................................... 121
Rear-axle load ............................................. 191
Reduction ..................................................... 84
Reflector .................................................... 335
Refuelling ................................................... 251
Relays ........................................................ 302
Release button............................................ 198
Relocking, automatic ..................................... 21
Remote control ............................................. 17
Changing the battery ........................... 326
Removing spots and stains .......................... 259
Reserve ..................................................... 251
REST button ...................................... 127
,131
REST mode ....................................... 130,136
Reverse gear .............................................. 161
Reversing light ............................................ 336
Rims .......................................................... 221
Diameter ............................................ 282
Rim width ........................................... 282
Rocker switches ................................ 200,201
Roof console ..................................... 146,172
Roof Transport System .............. 189
,352
,354Running in Tires ............................................14
Running-gear control systems ......................211
Running-gear setup......................................231
Indicator light ......................................110
Warning light .......................................231
SSafety belts .........................................42
,264
Belt tensioner .......................................43
Fastening..............................................44
Height adjustment .................................45
Opening................................................44
Warning light .........................................43
Safety catch, engine compartment lid ...........181
Safety compliance sticker ............................345
Safety net........................172
,184
,185
,186
Assembly............................................186
Bracket ..............................................185
Permitted uses....................................185
Screewdriver ..............................................283
Sealant..................................90
,91,96,288
Warning light .......................................108
Sealing set .................................................288
Seals, care .................................................262
Seat heating ........................................40,132
For air-conditioned areas at the rear .......41
Rear ...................................................132
Switching off .........................................40
Switching on .........................................40