
Practical Tips, Emergency Service
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Tire care fAvoid damaging tires and wheel rims.
fIf you must drive over a curb or other obstacle,
drive slowly and at an obtuse angle.
fCheck tires for uneven wear and damage
before driving off.
fRemove imbedded material.
fReplace worn or damaged tires immediately.
fKeep oil, fuel, brake fluid, etc. away from tires.
fReplace missing valve stem caps.
fKeep tires inflated correctly.
fWash tires when washing the vehicle. Also
clean inner side of wheels.
fDo not use abrasive cleaners when washing
the wheels.
fCheck wheel rims for corrosion.
fRemove road salt, if driving in winter.
Tire damage, puncture fCheck tires for imbedded material, cuts, punc-
tures, cracks and bulges (side wall) before driv-
ing off.
In case of tire damage, where it is uncertain wheth-
er there is a break in the ply with all its conse-
quences or tire damage caused by thermal or me-
chanical overloading due to loss of pressure or
any other prior damage, we recommend that the
tire be replaced for safety reasons.
If one faulty tire is replaced it should be noted that
the difference in tread depth on one axle must not
exceed 30%.
Handling inconsistencies may result.
fPerform a visual inspection if necessary.
Danger!
Risk of serious personal injury or death.
Driving the vehicle with low tire pressure
increases risk of a tire failure and resulting
loss of control. Furthermore, low tire pres-
sure increases rate of wear of the affected
tires.
fCheck tires – including sidewalls – regularly for
foreign bodies, nicks, cuts, cracks and bulges.
fAfter driving off road, examine tires for signs
of damage such as cuts, tears, bulges or for-
eign objects stuck in the tread. Replace a dam-
aged tire if necessary.
fCross curb edges slowly and at right angles if
possible.
Avoid driving over steep or sharp curbs.
fIn cases of doubt, have the wheel (particularly
the inner side) checked by an authorized Porsche dealer.

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
A- Filler bottle
B- Filler hoseTire sealantThe tire sealant can be used to seal small cuts,
especially in the tire tread.
Sealing the tire with the tire sealant is only an
emergency repair, so you can drive to the next
workshop. Even with the tire air-tight, it may be
used only for short journeys in an emergency.The tire sealant and a compressor with pressure
tester can be found in the luggage compartment.
The tire sealant comprises:
– A filler bottle
– A filler hose
– A valve turner and
– A spare valve insert.
Danger!
Risk of accident.
fUse the tire sealant only in the case of cuts or
punctures no larger than 0.15 in. (4 mm).
fNever use the tire sealant if the rim is dam-aged.
Warning!
The sealant is highly flammable and harmful
to health.
fFire, naked flame and smoking are prohibited
when handling tire sealant.
fAvoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
fKeep tire sealant away from children.
fDo not inhale vapors.
In case of contact with the sealant:
fIf sealant gets on the skin or in the eyes,
thoroughly rinse the affected part of the body
off without delay.
fChange soiled clothing immediately.
fVisit a doctor immediately in the event of an
allergic reaction.
fIf sealant was swallowed, thoroughly rinse out
the mouth without delay and drink plenty of
water.
Do not induce vomiting.
See a doctor immediately.

Index
305
Compact disc
Player and Changer ............................. 160
Storage.............................................. 147
Compartment monitoring............................... 26
Compressor ............................................... 151
Convertible top ........................................... 176
Care .................................................. 220
Coolant ................................................92
, 199
Level.................................................. 199
Temperature gauge.............................. 92
Warning light ........................................ 92
Cooling system .....................................92, 199
Cruise control .............................. 96
, 136
, 137
Cupholder .................................................. 144
DDashboard ................................................... 78
Data bank .................................................. 284
Defrosting windows ...............................33
, 139
Diagnostic socket .................................17, 256
Diagrams ................................................... 299
Dimensions ................................................ 298
Door ............................................................ 21
Guard lights ........................................ 277
Handles................................................ 21
Locks...........................................21, 221
Mirror .................................................. 32
Mirror heating ....................................... 33
Windows ....................... 21
, 28, 176
, 223
Driving hints ................................................. 14
Driving in winter .......................................... 170
Driving performance...........................296, 297
Drop-center rim .......................................... 241
DVD Navigation...................................150, 158DVD navigation ...........................................151
Dynamometer testing....................................61
EElectrical system.........................................254
Emergency flasher ......................................130
Emergency operation
Central locking ......................................23
Lids ...................................................257
Sliding roof .........................................174
Tank flap ............................................208
Emergency service......................................228
Emergency starting
with jumper cables............................. 264
, 265
Emission control system ........... 7
, 97, 211
, 212
Engine
Checking the oil level ...........................118
Exhaust ..................................................9
Number ..............................................285
Oil consumption........................... 16, 201
Oil level ..............................................201
Oil level indicator.................................118
Oil pressure ..........................................96
Oil temperature .....................................88
Oils ........................................... 201, 291
Speeds ............................... 16
, 296
, 297
Starting ................................................82
Stopping ..............................................83
Engine compartment
Blower .......................................... 83, 92
Lid ............................................ 148, 149
Lid warning light ..................................148
Light ..................................................277
Environment ...................................................6
FFilling pressure, tire................................ 5
, 290
Fire extinguisher......................................... 154
Floor mats ................................................. 225
Fluids and fuels .......................................... 291
Fog lights .................................................. 131
Footbrake .................................................... 66
Footwell lights ............................................ 277
Four-wheel drive ..................................... 61, 62
Fresh air intake .......................................... 141
Front lid ..................................................... 149
Fuel................................................. 4
, 94, 208
Containers ..................................... 8, 210
Economy ........................................... 207
Evaporation control ............................ 213
Level gauge ......................................... 94
Level warning light................................ 94
Recommendation ....................... 209, 210
Tank.................................................. 209
Function keys ............................................... 40
Fuses ........................................................ 256
GGarage door opener................................... 155
Garage lift ................................................. 244
Glove compartment .................................... 147
Gong ..................................... 18
, 81, 100
, 131
Ground clearance ........................................... 9

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Index
HHandbrake ................................................... 65
Hardtop ..................................................... 189
Headlights ..........................................132
, 268
Adjusting ....................................279, 280
Cleaning system ................ 133
, 213
, 291
Headlights beam adjustment........................ 132
Heated rear window ...................................... 33
Heater ....................................................... 138
High beam
Indicator light........................................ 91
Lever ................................................. 131
Home mode ............................................... 131
HomeLink................................................... 155
Hoods................................................148, 149
Horn ............................................... 17
, 22, 24
IIgnition lock.................................................. 80
Immobilizer .................................................. 19
Indicator lights.............................................. 84
Instrument.................................................... 84
Illumination ........................................... 88
Lights ................................................ 131
Panel ...........................................78
, 122
Interior lights ................................................ 76
Interior mirror .........................................30, 32
JJumper cables ....................................235
, 264
KKeys ..................................................... 19
, 20
LLATCH System .............................................. 55
Leather care ............................................... 225
License plate light .............................. 131
, 277
Lids ........................................................... 149
Emergency unlocking .......................... 257
Lifting/sliding roof ....................................... 172
Light
Flasher ................................ 91
, 131
, 132
Low beam ................................. 131, 132
Sensor for instrument illumination........... 84
Switch ....................................... 131, 132
Light alloy wheels
Inscription .......................................... 241
Load switch-off ........................................... 255
Loading information .................................... 242
Locking ........................................................ 22
Conditions ............................................ 24
Lowering ...................................................... 57
Luggage carrier ................................. 292, 293
Luggage compartment ................................ 150
Lid ..................................................... 148
Lid warning light.................................. 148
Light .................................................. 277
Luggage compartment/
engine compartment lid, warning lights ......... 148
Luggage rack ............................................. 195
MMaintenance ...............................................198
Make-up mirror .............................................41
Maximum permitted engine speeds ....... 16
, 164
Mirrors ............................................ 30
, 32, 60
Anti-glare ..............................................32
Multi-functional steering wheel ........................40
NNavigation ..................................................158
Notes on
Car care .............................................218
Maintenance .......................................198
Number plate light.............................. 131
, 277
OOctane rating ..................................... 209
, 210
Off delay ....................................................131
Oil..............................................................201
Checking level.....................................118
Consumption.........................................16
Level checks.......................................201
Level indicator ....................................118
Pressure...............................................96
Temperature .........................................88
On-board computer .......................................98
Basic settings .....................................120
Language versions ..............................120
On-board literature ..........................................2
Orientation light ............................................76
Outside temperatur indicator..........................95

308
Index
TTachometer .................................................. 91
Tank ......................................... 208
, 209
, 291
Ventilation system ............................... 213
Technical data ............................................ 286
Telephone .................................................. 161
Temperature setting .................................... 138
Temperature, outside indicator....................... 95
Test stand, measurements ............................ 74
Theft protection ............................................ 18
Tightening torque for wheel bolts ................. 252
Tiptronic .................................................... 165
Indicator............................................... 93
Tire pressure monitoring ............................. 109
Tires ................................... 16
, 229
, 288
, 289
Care .................................................. 229
Checking pressure .............................. 251
Inscription .......................................... 240
Loading information............................ 242
Pressure ............................... 5
, 232
, 290
Pressure monitoring............................ 109
Pressure plate .................................... 285
Sealant ......................................245, 246
Sidewall ............................................. 240
Size ................................................... 240
Tool kit....................................................... 151
Tools .................................................150, 151
Towing ...................................... 170
, 281
, 282
Towing lug .................................................. 151
Tow-starting ............................................... 170
Tracks ...............................................288, 289
Transmission ......................................164, 287
Fluid...........................................215, 291
Trunk entrapment ....................................... 152Turn signals ......................................... 91
, 132
Tyre pressure
Compressor ....................................... 151
Ty re s
Sealant............................................... 151
UUndercoating ..................................... 211
, 223
VValves ........................................................ 236
Vanity mirror ................................................. 41
Vehicle
Care .................................................. 218
Data................................................... 284
Identification label ............................... 284
Identification number ........................... 284
Putting into operation .......................... 261
Washing ............................................. 219
Ventilation .................................................. 138
Vents ................................................ 138
, 141
Viscosity, engine oil..................................... 204
WWarning lights and messages....................... 122
Washer
Fluid .......................................... 213
, 291
Lever ................................................. 133
Washing ..................................................... 219
Weights ............................................. 292, 293
Welcome Home Function ............................. 131
Wheel.......................... 16
, 224
, 229
, 288
, 289Bolts ..................................................248
Care...................................................229
Changing ............................................245
Checking pressure ..............................251
Inscription...........................................240
Loading information .............................242
Securing wheel bolts .............................19
Security wheel bolts ............................151
Sidewall ..............................................240
Size ...................................................240
Tire pressure ......................... 5
, 232
, 290
Tire pressure plate..............................285
Tire sealant................................ 245, 246
Windows...................................... 28
, 176
, 223
Washer nozzles ...................................133
Washer system .................. 133
, 213
, 291
Windshield wiper/washer lever .....................133
Windshield wipers .............................. 133, 216
Replacing ...........................................216
Windstop ....................................................185
Winter operation
Battery ...............................................260
Coolant ..............................................199
Engine oil............................................200
Jumper cables ........................... 264, 265
Locks .................................................221
Seals..................................................224
Snow chains .......................................239
Tires ................................. 238
, 288
, 289
Washer fluid ........................................213
Wiper blades .......................................216
Wiper
Blades ................................................216
Rear ...................................................134