2006 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA tyre pressure

Controls, Instruments
127
System fault
Go to workshopSeveral systems may have failed. Adjust your
driving style. Reduce speed.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Failure of fuel level indicator
WorkshopHave the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Service in km/days Service indicator
Bring the vehicle in for service no later than af-
ter the distance/time shown has elapsed.
However, it is the intervals in the “Guarantee
and Maintenance” booklet that are decisive.
Service now Service indicator
Have your vehicle serviced at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Failure
Convertible-top controlActivate convertible top in opposite direction.
If there is a failure:
Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
Convertible top not in limit position Fully open or close convertible top
Opening convertible top Message goes out in final position
Closing convertible top Message goes out in final position
Close rear lid The convertible top cannot be operated with the
rear lid open.
Flat tyre! Tyre pressure monitoring system has detected
a serious pressure loss.
Stop in a suitable place and check tyres for
damage. Fill in tyre sealant if necessary.
Instrument
panelOn-board
computerText display on on-board
computerMeaning/measure

128
Controls, Instruments
Add air The tyre pressure monitoring system has
detected a gradual pressure loss. Correct tyre
pressure at the next opportunity.
TPC inactive
System learningThe tyre pressure monitoring system is learning
the wheels on the vehicle. The tyre pressure
monitoring system is searching for the tyres
and their position. During this period the current
pressure specifications are not available on the
on-board computer.
TPC inactive The tyre pressure monitoring system is faulty.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.*
TPC inactive
Brief disturbance
TPC inactive
Too many wheel transmittersThe tyre pressure monitoring system is tempo-
rarily deactivated by excessive tyre tempera-
tures (approx. 120 °C (248°F)) or external
interference (e.g. from other wheel transmitters
inside the car). Once the source of the interfer-
ence is removed, the system is automatically
reactivated.
Wheel change?
Input new
TPC settings!Update the settings in the TPC menu of the
on-board computer at the next opportunity.
Wrong entries will affect the correct pressure
information in the menu. The safety of your
vehicle is at risk.
TPC
Indicator faultyThe display of the tyre pressure monitoring
system is faulty.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.*
Instrument
panelOn-board
computerText display on on-board
computerMeaning/measure

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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