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General informationRange on remaining fuel
The range on remaining fuel is continuously
recomputed while driving based on fuel level,
current consumption and average consumption.
Average speed
The displayed values are based on the distance
travelled since the last reset to “zero”.
Note on operation
Switching the ignition off does not reset the
measurements. Values can thus be collected over
long periods. Disconnecting the vehicle battery
clears the memories.
Further on-board computer functions can be dis-
played in the PCM.
Please follow the separate operating instructions
for PCM.
Main MenufOperate the rocker switch until the basic
screen MAIN MENU is displayed.
fPress RESET switch.The submenus are listed:
– Telephone
– MPH limit
– Vehicle info
– Tire pressure
– Settings
Note
It is possible to leave the main menu via the BACK
command at any time by confirming the RESET
switch.
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Warning Lights and Warning MessagesIf a warning message appears, always refer to the corresponding chapters in this Owner's Manual.
Warning messages are issued only if all measurement preconditions are met.
Therefore, check all fluid levels regularly – in particular, always check the engine oil level after refuelling.
Instrument
panelMulti-purpose
displayText display Meaning/measures
Steering faulty Steering lock engaged.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Ignition lock faulty Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
System fault – Workshop Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Key not recognised in vehicle Make sure that you have the remote control with you.
Turn ignition key to left for
2 secondsEngage the steering lock.
Key: replace battery Replace the remote-control battery.
Move the steering wheel Turn the steering wheel so that the steering wheel lock can
engage/disengage.
Key not found Make sure that you have the remote control with you.
Switch selector lever to position “P”.Tiptronic S: The vehicle could roll away.
The ignition key can be withdrawn only in selector lever
positionP.
Apply the brake Apply the brake when starting.
Move selector lever to position
“P” or “N”Tiptronic S: The vehicle can be started only in position P or N.
Applying the clutch Manual transmission: Apply the clutch when starting.
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System not active – Brief disturbanceExternal interference (e.g., wireless headphones) or excessive
temperature (over 248 °F/120 °C) at the wheel transmitters.
Tire pressure monitoring will reactivate itself.
System not active –
Too many wheel transmittersTire pressure monitoring detects more than 4 wheel transmit-
ters (winter wheels in in the luggage compartment,
for example).
System will reactivate itself.
No monitoring – System learning After the tire type and size are selected in the tire pressure
menu, the system re-learns the tires.
Wheel change? Check settings Display after a wheel change without changed settings in the tire
pressure menu. Select tire type and size.
When vehicle stops: Hit selection Displayed after a flat tire if the system was not informed about
the work performed.
Make a selection on the multi-purpose display when the vehicle
is stationary.
Monitoring off Tire pressure monitoring was intentionally deactivated.
Tire pressure monitoring can be switched on or off on the
multi-purpose display.
Engine temperature too high Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Check coolant level Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Battery/generator warning Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue
driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Starting engine The battery discharges if the engine is not running and loads are
switched on.
Start the vehicle or switch the loads off.
Electrics – Loads – Switch-off Vehicle electrical system is overloaded. Certain loads (e.g.
heated rear window, seat heating) will be switched off.
Instrument
panelMulti-purpose
displayText display Meaning/measures
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Light switch with driving light assistant Light switch without driving light assistant
Note on operation
If the ignition key is withdrawn and the door is
opened while the lights (not the parking light) are
on, an acoustic signal (gong) warns of possible
battery discharge.
In some countries, differences are possible
due to provisions of law.
Light SwitchLight is switched off.
Automatic driving light assistant
Side lights
Lincence plate light, instrument illuminati-
on
Low beam, high beam
Only when the ignition is switched on
Fog lights
Only when side lights or low beam are
switched on:
Pull switch to first click.
Indicator light lights up.
Rear fog light
Pull switch to second click.
Indicator light lights up.
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ECON modeThe outside air that is flowing in does not dry up if
the air-conditioning compressor is switched off.
Warning!
Risk of accident due to hampered vision.
If the air-conditioning compressor is
switched off, the windows may mist up.
fDo not switch off the air-conditioning compres-sor in damp weather.
Switching air-conditioning compressor off
Whenever outside temperatures exceed 37.4°F
(3°C), the air-conditioning compressor is always
switched on in automatic mode.
The compressor can be switched off to save fuel,
but control comfort is then limited:
fPress ECON button M.
The ECON logo appears on the air-conditioning
display panel.
The air-conditioning compressor is switched
off.
Switching air-conditioning compressor on
fIf the interior temperature is too high:
Press ECON button M or
Press AUTO button C.
Information on air-conditioning
compressorThe air-conditioning compressor:
– Can switch off briefly if engine is under an ex-
treme load to ensure sufficient engine cooling.
– Switches off automatically at temperatures be-
low approx. 37.4°F (3°C) and cannot be
switched on, even manually.
– Operates most effectively with windows
closed.
If the car has been in the sun for a long time,
however, it is a good idea to ventilate the
interior briefly with the windows open.
Notes on operation
Depending on the outside temperature and humid-
ity, condensation can drip from the evaporator
and form a pool under the car.
This is normal and not a sign of leakage.
If uncooled air flows out when the lowest temper-
ature has been set (“LO”), switch off the air-condi-
tioning compressor and have the fault remedied at
an authorized Porsche dealer.
REST modeUsing engine residual heat
The residual heat of the engine can be used to
heat the interior up to 20minutes after the ignition
has been switched off.
fPress REST button N.
The air-conditioning settings cannot be
changed in REST mode.
Ending the function
fPress REST button N.
Note on operation
If the battery positive voltage is too low, REST
mode is automatically ended.
fPlease observe the chapter “WARNING LIGHTS
AND WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 124.
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Using engine residual heat
The residual heat of the engine can be used to
heat the interior up to 20 minutes after the ignition
has been switched off.
fPress AUTO/REST button C on the front
control panel.
The air-conditioning settings cannot be
changed in REST mode.
Ending the function
fPress AUTO/REST button C.
Note on operation
If the battery positive voltage is too low, REST
mode is automatically ended.
fPlease observe the chapter “WARNING LIGHTS
AND WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 124.fPress button M.
The Symbol appears on the display.
The rear air-conditioned areas can be control-
led from the front control panel.
Ending the function
fPress button M again.
Note on operation
The function is ended automatically 10 seconds
after the last settings are made.
REST mode
Controlling rear air-conditioned
areas with the front control panel
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Sliding/Lifting RoofThe electric sliding/lifting roof is made of single-
sheet safety glass. It is equipped with a sliding-
roof cover that can be infinitely adjusted manually
to protect against the sun.
The sliding/lifting roof is operated using a knob in
the roof console.
Warning!
Risk of injury when operating or automatical-
ly closing the sliding/lifting roof.
fTake care to ensure that nobody can be injured
when the sliding/lifting roof is operated.
fAlways withdraw ignition key when leaving the
vehicle or switch ignition off in vehicles that
have Porsche Entry & Drive. Always take the ig-
nition key with you when leaving the vehicle.
Uninformed persons (e.g. children) could injure
themselves by operating the sliding/lifting
roof.
fIn case of danger, release the knob or car key
immediately and operate the sliding/lifting roof in the opposite direction.
fAlways keep the sliding/lifting roof and the side
windows closed while driving off-road.
Readiness for operation of the sliding/
lifting roof– With ignition switched on.
– With ignition key withdrawn until door is
first opened, but only for a maximum of
10 minutes.Readiness function of the sliding/lifting
roof switches off after 10 minutesIf the vehicle is unlocked, the sliding/lifting roof
can no longer be operated after 10 minutes
(to save the vehicle battery). The power supply is
switched back on when the ignition is switched on
or the engine started.
A- Closes sliding/lifting roof completely
B- Opens sliding/lifting roof to comfort setting
C- Opens sliding/lifting roof completely
D- Opens sliding/lifting roof in lift positionNote on operation
Using the automated presetting system, every us-
able sliding/lifting roof position can be controlled
directly with the knob.
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Panorama roof systemThe Panorama roof system of your Porsche
consists of a total of four roof elements.
Roof element 1 is the draft deflector. This
adjusts itself according to the speed, and helps
protect from the disturbing effects of the wind
when the Panorama roof system is open,
especially at high speeds or from turbulent air
flow.
Both roof elements 2 and 3 can be moved by
activating the knob in the vehicle's longitudinal
direction. Roof element 3 can also be raised. This
allows the interior to be better ventilated.
Roof element 4 is a fixed glass element and
completes the Panorama roof system.
1-Draft deflector
2- Sliding roof element
3- Sliding/lifting roof element
4- Fixed glass element
Caution!
Risk of damage when activating the
Panorama roof system due to improperly
atteched roof elements.
fCheck that the roof elements are securely
attached before starting to drive.
fMake sure there is sufficient clearance
between the Panorama roof system and the attached roof elements.
Readiness for operation of the
Panorama roof system– With ignition switched on.
– With ignition key withdrawn until door is
first opened, but only for a maximum of
10 minutes.Readiness function of the Panorama roof
system switches off after 10 minutesIf the vehicle is unlocked, the Panorama roof sys-
tem can no longer be operated after 10 minutes
(to save the vehicle battery). The power supply is
switched bac k o n whe n the ignition is switched on
or the engine started.