2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE S warning

Practical Tips, Minor Repairs
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Charging the batteryYour authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to
advise you about a suitable charger.
1. Always observe the instructions of the charger
manufacturer.
2. When charging the battery, ensure adequate
ventilation.
3. Check the acid level of a low-maintenance bat-
tery.
4. Connect charger to the jump starting points.
Only plug into the mains and switch the charg-
er on when it has been correctly connected up.
5. After charging, disconnect the charger.
6. Check the acid level of a low-maintenance bat-
tery.
After charging the battery After the battery is connected or the completely
discharged battery is charged, the PSM warning
light lights up on the instrument panel and a mes-
sage appears on the multi-purpose display of the
instrument panel to indicate a fault.
This fault can be remedied with a few simple
steps:
1. Start the engine.
To do this, turn the ignition key or the control
unit (on vehicles that have Porsche Entry &
Drive) to ignition lock position 2 twice.
2. Perform a few steering movements to the left
and to the right when vehicle is standing and
drive a short distance in a straight line until the
PSM warning light goes out and the message
is erased from the memory of the multi-pur-
pose display of the instrument panel.
3. If the warnings does not go out, then:
Drive carefully to the nearest authorized
Porsche dealer.
Have the fault remedied by an authorized
Porsche dealer.4. After the warnings disappear:
Stop the vehicle in a suitable place.
5. Perform adaptation of the power windows:
Please observe the chapter “STORING FINAL
POSITION OF THE DOOR WINDOWS” on
Page 35.
6. On vehicles with tire pressure monitoring:
Please observe the chapter “SYSTEM LEAR-
NING PHASE” on Page 104.

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Practical Tips, Minor Repairs
Replacing the remote control
batteryNote
fPlease dispose of batteries in compliance with
any and all government regulations.
If the battery in the remote control becomes too
weak, a warning will appear on the multi-purpose
display in the instrument panel.
The battery should be changed if this should be
the case.Changing the battery
1. Carefully pry out the lid on the back of the key
housing with a small screwdriver.
2. Replace battery (observe polarity).
A replacement battery is available from your
authorized Porsche dealer.
3. Replace cover and press together firmly.

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Bulb ChartExterior lights Type, rating Interior lights Type, rating
Halogen low beam H7 Interior light, front W5W
Xenon low beam and high beam D1S Reading light W5W
Side marker light, rear P21/5W Footwell light W3W
Side marker light, front W5W Glove compartment light W3W
Turn signal light, rear P21W Center console W3W
Turn signal light, front PY21W Luggage compartment light K12V10W
Brake light P21W Curb lights (doors) W3W
Halogen high beam H7 Warning lights (doors) W3W
License plate light C5W Curb light (rear lid) W5W
Fog light H11 Guard light (rear lid) W5W
Rear fog light P21/4W
Back up light P21W
Side indicator light W5W
Additional high beam H7
Cornering light H3

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Replacing Bulbs
Warning!
Danger of short circuit.
fAlways switch off the relevant consumer when
changing bulbs.
Danger of injury. The headlights are under
high voltage when installed.
fExercise extreme caution when working in the
area of the headlights.
Risk of damage. Bulbs of a higher wattage
can damage the light housing.
fOnly use the bulbs specified in the bulb chart.
fBulbs must be clean and free from oil, grease
or fingerprints.
fNever touch bulbs with your bare hands.
Use a cloth or soft paper when replacing bulbs.
fAlways carry spare bulbs with you.
In certain countries, the carrying of spare
bulbs is mandatory.
Caution!
Risk of damage to headlights due to exces-
sive temperatures and abrasion.
fAttach no coverings (e.g. films, “stone
guards”) in the area of the headlights.
fUse soapy water only to clean light lenses and
plastic headlight lenses. In no case may chem-
ical cleaners or other volatile cleaning fluids be
used.
fTo prevent scratches, do not rub with a dry or merely moist cloth, tissue or insect sponges.

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Index
IndexAABD ......................................... 235
, 237
, 239
ABS ......................................... 235
, 238
, 241
Off road ............................................. 242
Warning light ...................................... 241
After driving off road................................... 246
Aftermarket Alarms ..................................... 190
Air cleaner.................................................. 272
Air conditioning
Central vents ............................. 150, 156
Cover flap .......................................... 144
Disabling control panel (rear) ............... 153
Display ............................. 145
, 148
, 152
Footwell .................................... 150, 156
Four zone ........................................... 152
Fresh-air intake ................................... 143
Mono function ..................................... 149
Rear.......................................... 153, 157
REST mode ............................... 151, 157
Sensors ............................................. 144
Setting air quantity ............ 146
, 149
, 155
Setting temperature ................... 149, 154
Side vents ................................. 150, 156
Two zone .................................. 145, 148
Vents ................................................. 143
Windshield ................................. 150, 156
Air quantity
Setting ............................. 146
, 149
, 155
Air suspension ................. 180
, 196
, 235
, 254
Airbag ................................................. 50, 292
Disposal ............................................... 51Function ............................................... 52
Switching off passenger airbag ............ 126
Switching on passenger airbag ............ 126
Unit ...................................................... 62
Warning light......................................... 54
Air-conditioned areas
Rear................................................... 157
Air-conditioning compressor....... 145
, 151
, 156
Alarm button................................................. 17
Alarm system24
, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 35,
........................................................ 212
, 334
Alcantara.................................................... 292
All-Season tires .................................. 382, 383
All-Terrain tires ................................... 382, 383
All-wheel drive ........................... 129
, 235
, 237
Anti-freeze content ...................................... 267
Anti-lock brake system .............. 235
, 238
, 241
Anti-roll bars
Disengageable .................................... 232
Armrest...................................................... 195
Ashtray
Front .................................................. 187
Rear................................................... 187
Assembly aid ..................................... 322, 331
Assistance when driving downhill .................. 244
Audio
Tips ................................................... 189
AUTO button .................... 148
, 149
, 152
, 154
AUTO LOCK ......................................... 27, 120
AUTO UNLOCK .................................... 27, 120
Automatic anti-dazzle operation...................... 69
Automatic brake differential ....... 235
, 237
, 239Automatic circulating-air mode ............ 150
, 155
Automatic mode, air conditioning148
, 149
, 154
Automatic transmission fluid ........................ 272
BBattery ......................... 70
, 73, 90, 191
, 344
After charging ..................................... 357
Car key .............................................. 358
Care................................................... 344
Charge state....................................... 344
Charging ............................................ 357
Installing ............................................. 354
Putting vehicle into operation ...............345
Removing ........................................... 352
Removing/installing .................... 347, 351
Replacing ........................................... 346
Warning light....................................... 127
Winter driving...................................... 345
Before driving off.................................12, 246
Belts ............................................................ 46
Fastening ............................................. 48
Height adjustment ................................. 49
Opening ............................................... 48
Tensioner ............................................. 47
Warning light.................................. 47, 60
Brake ...........................................................76
Booster ................................................ 78
Discs ................................................... 79
Pads .................................................... 79
Warning light......................................... 77

Index
393
Brake fluid
Changing............................................ 270
Brake light.................................................. 370
Brake tests ................................................ 244
Brake wear
Warning light ........................................ 79
Brake-fluid level
Checking ............................................ 269
Brakes ................................................ 75
, 244
Fluid.......................................... 269, 386
Fluid warning light...................... 128, 270
Pads ............................................. 14, 80
Test stand .......................................... 244
Warning light ........................................ 76
Wear .................................................. 128
Bulbs
Changing............................................ 370
Chart ................................................. 359
CCapacities .................................................. 386
Car care..................................................... 284
Car key
Battery ............................................... 358
Car Telephone ............................................ 190
Care ................................................. 288
, 290
cargo area ................................................. 202
Carpet ....................................................... 291
Catalytic converter...................................... 283
Center differential lock ................................ 231
Central locking system ......................... 24, 334
Button .................................................. 25
Button (rear) .................................. 25, 35
Central vents ..................................... 150
, 156Changing a wheel........................................323
Changing wheels ................................315
, 322
Check engine................................................91
Checking hydraulic fluid (power steering) ......271
Child restraint anchorages .............................61
Child restraint systems ..................................55
Child seat bracket .........................................60
Child seats ...................................................60
Installing ...............................................60
Childproof locks
Rear doors ...........................................27
Cigarette lighter ..........................................188
Circulating-air mode...........................150, 155
Circulating-air mode, automatic ...........150, 155
Cleaner
Air......................................................272
Particle...............................................272
Clock ..................................................89, 116
Closing mechanism, power ..........................200
Clutch ........................................................220
Collapsible spare wheel .. 107
, 126
, 240
, 325
,
351
, ...............................................382
, 383
Comfort function
Panorama roof system ........................175
Sliding/lifting roof................................170
Comfort lighting ..........................................168
Coming Home function .......................121, 168
Compass....................................................117
Compressor ......................................313, 328
Coolant
Checking ............................................267
Cooling system .............................................87
Engine coolant level warning ..................87
Temperature gauge...............................87
Warning ................................................87Cornering light .................................. 133
, 366
Crankcase ventilation................................. 283
Crossing obstacles..................................... 252
Cruise control
Accelerating....................................... 141
Decelerating ...................................... 141
Interrupting ........................................ 141
Speed limit ........................................ 140
Storing speed .................................... 140
Switching off ...................................... 142
Switching on ...................................... 140
Cupholder.................................................. 197
Closing rear ....................................... 198
Opening front ..................................... 197
opening rear ...................................... 198
Removing insert front ......................... 197
DData bank .................................................. 378
Diagnostic Socket ........................................ 15
Dimensions ................................................ 389
Dimming .................................................... 168
Door lock
Deicing .............................................. 286
Door locking, automatic ....... 26
, 27, 119
, 120
Door mirrors .............................. 67
, 168
, 216
Automatic anti-dazzle operation ............. 69
Driving with a trailer ............................ 216
Extending ............................................ 67
Folding in ............................................. 67
Heating................................................ 68
Setting ................................................ 67
Door opening . 20
, 21, 24, 26, 27, 119
, 120

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Index Door trim panel
Lighting .............................................. 168
Door unlocking .................................... 27
, 120
Doors .......................................................... 27
Door-surrounding lighting............................. 168
Drinks holder .............................................. 197
Closing rear........................................ 198
Opening front ..................................... 197
opening rear ....................................... 198
Removing insert front .......................... 197
Driving
Load .................................................. 215
Off road ............................................. 245
Sand .................................................. 252
Trailer ................................................ 217
Winter ................................................ 227
Driving downhill .......................................... 249
Driving light assistant
Light switch ........................................ 132
Driving light assistant, automatic.................. 133
Driving performance ................................... 388
Driving program
Low Range indicator light .................... 230
Off road ........................... 224
, 226
, 229
Reduced ............................................ 227
Road .................................................. 230
Driving programme
Off road ............................................. 234
Road ................................ 223
, 225
, 234
Driving systems for off-road driving .............. 246
Driving with a trailer .................. 182
, 216
, 387
Drop-center rim .......................................... 310
DVD Player ........................................ 196, 198
EEasy Entry function ....................................... 39
ECON mode ...................................... 151
, 156
Button .............................. 145
, 148
, 152
Electrical system ........................................ 334
Emergency flasher ...................................... 136
Emergency operation
Central Locking..................................... 26
Sliding/lifting roof................................ 171
Emergency starting ..................................... 355
Emergency unlocking
Filler flap ............................................ 278
Selector lever ..................................... 228
Spare wheel bracket ........................... 333
Emission control................................. 5
, 8, 91
Check engine warning light .................... 91
Emission Control System ............................. 282
Engine
Cooling system ..................................... 87
Data................................................... 380
Idling .................................................. 222
Starting and stopping ............................ 72
Engine compartment
Cleaning ............................................. 288
Lid ..................................................... 204
Engine compartment lid
Warning light....................................... 131
Engine drag torque control .......................... 239
Engine Oil
Performance class.............................. 266
Viscosity............................................. 266
Engine oil ................................................... 261
Change .............................................. 265
Dipstick .............................................. 263Level ..................................................262
Recommendation ................................265
Temperature gauge ...............................86
Topping up .........................................264
Warning ..............................................262
Engine oil level ............................................262
Checking ............................................262
Engine residual heat ...........................151
, 157
Entry aid.......................................................39
Switching on and off ..............................39
Exhaust gas
Monitoring ..............................................5
Monitoring warning light ..................82, 84
Exit aid .........................................................39
Switching on and off ..............................39
FFabric linings ..............................................292
Filler flap ....................................................278
Filling pressure............................................102
Plate ..................................................379
Reducing ...................................328
, 330
Tables ................................................385
Warning light .........................82
, 84, 126
Warning message................................110
Fire extinguisher..........................................192
First aid kit .................................................196
Floor mats ..................................................291
Fluids and fuels ...........................................386
Fog lights ...................................................132
Folding wedges...........................................316
Footbrake .....................................................76
Warning light .........................................77

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Index
LLeather care............................................... 291
Left-hand traffic .......................................... 373
Level control . 100
, 180
, 196
, 235
, 254
, 313
Loading level .................... 255
, 256
, 390
Low level ............................................ 254
Normal level ....................................... 254
Special low level ................................. 254
Special terrain level ............................. 254
Switching on and off............................ 256
Warning light ...................................... 256
License plate light............................... 168, 371
Lid
Engine compartment........................... 204
Engine compartment warning light........ 131
Luggage compartment ........................ 199
Seal ................................................... 290
Lifting
Garage lift .......................................... 312
Jack................................................... 319
Platform ............................................. 312
Light
Flasher............................................... 135
Switch....................................... 114, 132
Light alloy wheels ....................................... 290
Inscription .......................................... 310
Light segments........................................... 181
Lighter
front .................................................. 188
rear ................................................... 188
Lights ............................................... 216, 290
Changing............................................ 360
Chart ................................................. 359
Limit speedOff-road shifting ......................... 231
, 234
Load .......................................................... 215
Compartment cover ............................ 193
Full..................................................... 108
Partial ................................................ 108
Safety net........................................... 193
Securing (ski bag)............................... 209
Stowing ..................................... 215, 216
Load fastening points.................................. 202
Loading level ..................................... 255, 390
Loadspace ........................................ 202, 215
Loadspace floor.......................................... 202
Locking the steering column
With Porsche Entry & Drive .................... 71
Locking, keyless ........................................... 22
Immobilizer ........................................... 23
Switching off readiness for operation ...... 23
Unlocking vehicle doors ......................... 22
Locks ........................................................ 101
Low beam ................................ 132
, 168
, 366
Switch ................................................ 132
Low level .................................................... 254
Low Range ............. 101
, 224
, 226
, 230
, 234
Indicator light ...................................... 230
Off-road driving program...................... 229
Luggage
Compartment cover ............................ 193
Safety net........................................... 193
Luggage compartment ................................ 202
Luggage compartment cover ....................... 203
Luggage compartment lid................... 199, 200
Locking ................................................ 22
Opening ............................................... 22
Luggage net ............................................... 202Luggage safety net .....................................206
Bracket ..............................................206
MMain menu ....................................................94
Make-up mirror ...........................................164
Manual headlight beam adjustment ......125
, 216
Manual Transmission
Clutch ................................................220
Maximum permitted engine speeds ..............220
Memory..........................................37
, 38, 68
Minor paint damage.....................................287
Minor repairs ..............................................296
Mirrors .......................................................216
Door mirrors .........................................67
Interior mirror .......................................66
Moving off .........................................221
, 223
Moving-off assistant....................................243
MSR ...........................................................239
Multi-functional steering wheel ........................64
Function keys .................................64, 65
With telephone function ..........................65
Multi-purpose display ...................92
, 107
, 205
Basic screens .......................................93
Clock .................................................116
Collapsible spare wheel .......................107
Comfort..............................................118
Compass ............................................117
Factory settings ..................................123
Language ...........................................122
Level ..................................................100
Lighting ..............................................121
Load ..................................................108
Locks/reduction ..................................101