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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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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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Practical Tips, Minor Repairs
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 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
Index
399
SSafety belts ......................................... 46
, 292
Belt tensioner ....................................... 47
Fastening ............................................. 48
Height adjustment ................................. 49
Opening ............................................... 48
Warning light ................................. 47, 60
Safety catch, engine compartment lid .......... 205
Safety compliance sticker ........................... 379
Safety net .................................................. 204
Assembly ........................................... 207
Bracket .............................................. 206
Permitted uses ................................... 206
Screewdriver .............................................. 311
Sealant .................................... 106
, 113
, 317
Warning light ...................................... 126
Sealing set ................................................. 317
Seals, care ................................................. 290
Seat heating ........................................ 44, 153
For air-conditioned areas at the rear ....... 45
Rear................................................... 153
Switching off ........................................ 44
Switching on ......................................... 44
Seat memory ............................... 37
, 68, 183
Recall using car key.............................. 37
Recall using person buttons ................... 37
Storage, automatic ............................... 38
Storing driver’s seat settings ................. 38
Storing parking aid ......................... 38, 68
Storing passenger seat settings............. 38
Seat memory (comfort) ................................. 37
Seat with memory ................................ 68
, 183
Seats
Front .................................................... 36Position ................................................36
Rear .....................................................41
Setting .................................................36
Security wheel bolts ....................................313
Selection mode
Automatic ...........................................223
Manual ...............................................225
Selector lever .............................................221
Selector lever lock ......................................228
Selector lever position.................................222
Display ...............................................221
Service indicator .........................................128
Shifting
Down .................................................225
On the steering wheel ..........................223
Up .....................................................225
Shifting gears .............................................220
Shifting up ..................................................226
Shock absorber adjustment .........................235
Shock absorbers ........................................235
Side lights ..................................................132
Side marker light ........................................168
Side vents .........................................150
, 156
Ski bag ......................................................208
Sliding roof .................................................169
Closing ...............................................170
Lifting.................................................170
Opening completely.............................170
Opening to comfort setting ..................170
Readiness for operation .......................169
Sliding/lifting roof .......................................169
Closing ...............................................170
Comfort function .................................170
Lifting.................................................170Opening completely............................ 170
Opening to comfort setting ................. 170
Readiness for operation ...................... 169
Snow chains ..................................... 308
, 384
Snow tires ................................................. 306
Socket ...................................................... 334
Spacers .................................................... 314
Spare parts ............................................... 378
Spare wheel.. 106
, 107
, 325
, 331
, 351
, 382
Warning light ...................................... 126
Spare wheel bracket.......................... 199, 332
Locking ............................................... 22
Opening ............................................... 22
Unlocking ............................................ 20
Special low level ........................................ 254
Special terrain level .................................... 254
Speed code letter ...................................... 309
Speed limit ....................................... 106, 309
Speedometer
Cayenne S .................................... 82, 84
SportDesign package..................................... 7
Stability Management System............. 238
, 240
Indicator light ..................................... 128
Off road ............................................. 239
Warning light ........................ 82
, 84, 128
Stability management system ............. 235, 240
Starting ..................................................... 221
Starting and stopping................................... 72
Steam-jet units ........................................... 180
Steering lock ............................................... 70
Steering wheel ............................................. 62
Adjusting ............................................. 63
Heating................................................ 62
Multi-functional steering wheel ............... 64