Controls, Safety, Instruments
11 Controls, Safety, Instruments
Porsche 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 ............................................. 51
Multi-Functional Steering Wheel ...................... 53
Interior Mirror ............................................... 55
Door Mirrors................................................. 55
Automatic Anti-Dazzle Mirror .......................... 57
Ignition Lock/Steering Lock ........................... 58
Starting and Stopping the Engine ................... 60
Parking Brake ............................................... 62
Brakes ......................................................... 63
Instrument Panel USA Models ........................ 68
Instrument Panel Canada Models.................... 70
Oil Temperature Gauge ................................. 72
Speedometer ............................................... 72Cooling System ............................................ 73
Fuel ............................................................. 74
Odometer..................................................... 75
Emission Control........................................... 76
Multi-Purpose Display .................................... 78
Warning Lights and Warning Messages ......... 106
Light Switch ............................................... 114
Instrument Illumination ................................. 116
Automatic Headlight Beam Adjustment ......... 116
Turn signal/High Beam/
Headlight Flasher Stalk ................................ 117
Emergency warning lights............................ 118
Windshield Wiper/Washer Stalk .................... 119
Cruise Control ............................................ 122
Vents ......................................................... 125
Fresh-air intake ........................................... 125
Heated Rear Window ................................... 126
Automatically Controlled
Two-Zone Air Conditioning ........................... 127
Automatically Controlled
Four-Zone Air Conditioning ........................... 131
Parking Heater............................................ 137
Sun Visors .................................................. 142
Sun Blinds, Rear Side Windows .................... 143
Interior Lighting .......................................... 144
Door-Surrounding Lighting ........................... 146
Coming Home Function (Off Delay) ............... 146
Sliding/Lifting Roof ..................................... 147
Parking Aids ............................................... 157
Garage Door Opener ................................... 162
Ashtray ...................................................... 165
Cigarette Lighter......................................... 166Car Audio Operation/Tips ............................ 167
Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) ..................................... 170
Fire Extinguisher ......................................... 171
Storage...................................................... 172
Cupholder .................................................. 176
Rear Lid ..................................................... 178
Rear Window .............................................. 180
Engine Compartment Lid ............................. 180
Loadspace ................................................. 182
Luggage Compartment Cover ...................... 183
Luggage Safety Net ....................................185
Ski Bag ...................................................... 187
Roof Transport System................................ 189
Trailer Coupling .......................................... 190
Loading Information ....................................191
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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 346.
200
Shifting Gear, Traction Systems
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%).
364
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
Index
365
Seat memory ...................................... 33
,161
Recall using car key .............................. 33
Recall using person buttons ................... 33
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 ....................................... 161
Seats
Front .................................................... 32
Position ................................................ 32
Rear..................................................... 37
Setting ................................................. 32
Security wheel bolts .................................... 285
Selection mode
Automatic.................................. 200,201
Manual ...................................... 202,203
Selector lever ............................................. 198
Selector lever lock ...................................... 205
Selector lever position ................................ 199
Display ...................................... 198,199
Service indicator......................................... 109
Shifting
Down ................................................. 202
On the steering wheel.......................... 200
Up ..................................................... 202
Shifting up.................................................. 203
Shock absorber adjustment ......................... 211
Shock absorbers ........................................ 211
Side lights .................................................. 114
Side marker light ........................................ 146
Side member panel ..................................... 292
Side vents ......................................... 129,135Ski bag ......................................................187
Sliding roof .................................................147
Closing ...............................................148
Lifting.................................................148
Opening completely .............................148
Opening to comfort setting ..................148
Readiness for operation .......................147
Sliding/lifting roof .......................................147
Closing ...............................................148
Lifting.................................................148
Opening completely .............................148
Opening to comfort setting ..................148
Readiness for operation .......................147
Snow chains ......................................280
,349
Snow tires ..................................................279
Socket .......................................................302
Spare parts ................................................344
Spare wheel .............90
,294
,299
,319
,349
Warning light.......................................108
Spare wheel bracket .................178
,300
,301
Locking ................................................24
Opening ...............................................24
Unlocking .............................................20
Special low level .........................................228
Special terrain level .....................................228
Speed code letter .......................................281
Speed limit ..........................................89,281
Speedometer................................................72
Cayenne Turbo...............................68,70
SportDesign package ......................................7
Stability Management System .............214
,216
Indicator light ......................................110
Off road..............................................215
Warning light.........................68
,70,110Stability management system ...................... 211
Starting ..................................................... 198
Starting and stopping ................................... 60
Steam-jet units ........................................... 158
Steering lock ............................................... 58
Steering wheel ............................................. 51
Adjusting ............................................. 52
Heating................................................ 51
Multi-functional steering wheel ............... 53
Shifting .............................................. 201
Steering wheel buttons ................................. 53
Lighting ............................................... 54
Stopping ................................................... 203
Storage .............................................. 16
,172
Storage compartment ................................ 172
At the sides in the
luggage compartment ........................ 175
Storage tray
Armrest, front .................................... 174
Armrest, rear ..................................... 174
Stowing luggage ........................................ 193
Subwoofer
Installing ............................................ 320
Removing .......................................... 320
Summer tires ............................................. 348
Sun blind ................................................... 143
Sun visors ................................................. 142
TTachometer ................................... 68
,70,72
Tail light ............................................ 335
,336
Tank opening ............................................. 250
Telephone .................................................. 169
fusszeile-r
368
Porsche 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 ............................................. 51
Multi-Functional Steering Wheel ...................... 53
Interior Mirror ............................................... 55
Door Mirrors................................................. 55
Automatic Anti-Dazzle Mirror .......................... 57
Ignition Lock/Steering Lock ........................... 58
Starting and Stopping the Engine ................... 60
Parking Brake ............................................... 62
Brakes ......................................................... 63
Instrument Panel USA Models ........................ 68
Instrument Panel Canada Models.................... 70
Oil Temperature Gauge ................................. 72
Speedometer ............................................... 72
Cooling System ............................................ 73
Fuel ............................................................. 74Odometer..................................................... 75
Emission Control........................................... 76
Multi-Purpose Display .................................... 78
Warning Lights and Warning Messages ......... 106
Light Switch ............................................... 114
Instrument Illumination ................................. 116
Automatic Headlight Beam Adjustment ......... 116
Turn signal/High Beam/Headlight Flasher Stalk ...
117
Emergency warning lights............................ 118
Windshield Wiper/Washer Stalk .................... 119
Cruise Control ............................................ 122
Vents ......................................................... 125
Fresh-air intake ........................................... 125
Heated Rear Window ................................... 126
Automatically Controlled Two-Zone Air Condi-
tioning ....................................................... 127
Automatically Controlled Four-Zone Air Condi-
tioning ....................................................... 131
Parking Heater............................................ 137
Sun Visors .................................................. 142
Sun Blinds, Rear Side Windows .................... 143
Interior Lighting .......................................... 144
Door-Surrounding Lighting ........................... 146
Coming Home Function (Off Delay) ............... 146
Sliding/Lifting Roof ..................................... 147
Parking Aids ............................................... 157
Garage Door Opener ................................... 162
Ashtray ...................................................... 165
Cigarette Lighter......................................... 166
Car Audio Operation/Tips ............................ 167
Porsche Communication Management (PCM). 170Fire Extinguisher ......................................... 171
Storage...................................................... 172
Cupholder .................................................. 176
Rear Lid ..................................................... 178
Rear Window .............................................. 180
Engine Compartment Lid ............................. 180
Loadspace ................................................. 182
Luggage Compartment Cover ...................... 183
Luggage Safety Net ....................................185
Ski Bag ...................................................... 187
Roof Transport System................................ 189
Trailer Coupling .......................................... 190
Loading Information ....................................191
Tiptronic S ................................................. 198
Selector Lever Positions .............................. 199
Driving Programs for On-Road and Off-Road Dri-
ving ........................................................... 206
Power-Transmission and Running-Gear Control Sy-
stems ........................................................ 211
Off-Road Driving .......................................... 220
Air Suspension with Level Control and Height Adju-
stment ....................................................... 228
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) .
231
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your
Vehicle ....................................................... 234
Engine Oil Level .......................................... 236
Engine Oil Recommendation......................... 238
Coolant Level.............................................. 240
Brake-Fluid Level ......................................... 242
Washer Fluid ............................................... 243
Power Steering ........................................... 244