Maintenance, Car Care
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Fuel RecommendationsYour Porsche is equipped with catalytic convert-
ers and must use UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
Your engine is designed to provide optimum per-
formance and fuel economy using unleaded premi-
um fuel with an octane rating of 98 RON
(93 CLC or AKI). Porsche therefore recom-
mends the use of these fuels in your vehicle.
Porsche also recognizes that these fuels may not
always be available. Be assured that your vehicle
will operate properly on unleaded premium fuels
with octane numbers of at least 95 RON
(90 CLC or AKI), since the engine's “Electronic
Oktane™ knock control“ will adapt the ignition tim-
ing, if necessary.
The use of UNLEADED FUEL ONLY is critically
important to the life of the catalytic convert-
ers. Deposits from leaded fuels will ruin the
converters and make it ineffective as an
emission control device.
Cars with catalytic converters have a smaller fuel
tank opening, and gas station pumps have smaller
nozzles. This will prevent accidental pumping of
leaded fuel into cars with catalytic converters.
Unleaded fuels may not be available outside the
continental U.S. and Canada. Therefore, we rec-
ommend you do not take your car to areas or
countries where unleaded fuel may not be availa-
ble.
Octane ratingsOctane rating indicates a fuel's ability to resist det-
onation. Therefore, buying the correct octane gas
is important to prevent engine “damage“.
The RON octane rating is based on the research
method. The CLC (U.S. Cost of Living Council oc-
tane rating) or AKI (antiknock index) octane rating
usually displayed on U.S. fuel pumps is calculated
as research octane number plus motor octane
number, divided by 2, that is written as:
The CLC or AKI octane rating is usually lower than
the RON rating:
For example: 95 RON equals 90 CLC or ”AKI“
Fuels containing alcohol and etherSome areas of the U.S. require oxygenated fuels
during certain portions of the year. Oxygenated fu-
els are fuels which contain alcohols (such as meth-
anol or ethanol) or ether (such as MTBE).
Under normal conditions, the amount of these
compounds in the fuel will not affect driveability.
You may use oxygenated fuels in your Porsche,
provided the octane requirements for your vehicle
are met. We recommend, however, to change to a
different fuel or station if any of the following prob-
lems occur with your vehicle:
– Deterioration of driveability and performance.
– Substantially reduced fuel economy.
– Vapor lock and non-start problems, especially
at high altitude or at high temperature.
– Engine malfunction or stalling.
RON MON+
2 ----------------------------------
orRM+
2 ---------------
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Practical Tips, Minor Repairs
B-Button for unlocking the spare wheel bracketOpening spare wheel bracket
Warning!
Danger of injury and risk of accident if the
spare wheel bracket is operated improperly.
fMake sure that no persons or animals are with-
in the range of movement of the spare wheel
bracket. Operate the spare wheel bracket only
using button B.
fIf the vehicle is inclined to the side, the addi-
tional lock C on the spare wheel bracket must be operated.Precondition
The central locking system must be unlocked.
fPress button B and swing the spare wheel
bracket open.
Notes on operation
– If the opening angle exceeds 30°, the spare
wheel bracket automatically moves to final po-
sition.
The rear lid may be opened only when the
spare wheel bracket is in final position.
– If the opening angle is less than 30°, the
spare wheel bracket automatically moves back
to its initial position.
However, the spare wheel bracket is not
completely engaged yet and must be closed
by hand.
C- Additional lock Operating the additional lock of the spare
wheel bracket if the vehicle is tilted to the
side1. Open spare wheel bracket.
2. Slide additional lock C to the left.
The spare wheel bracket is mechanically
locked.
The warning light “rear lid” and a message on
the multi-purpose display of the instrument
panel warn the driver that the spare wheel
bracket is open.
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Closing spare wheel bracket
Warning!
Danger of injury and risk of accident if the
spare wheel bracket is operated improperly.
fOperate the spare wheel bracket only using
button B.
fIf the vehicle is tilted to the side, more effort
will be required to swing the spare wheel
bracket.
fMake sure that no persons or animals are with-
in the range of movement of the spare wheel bracket.
1. Check whether additional lock C is engaged. If
necessary, slide additional lock C to the right.
2. Swing spare wheel bracket closed with force.
3. Check lock and observe indication on the multi-
purpose display of the instrument panel.
The indicator light must go out when the spare
wheel bracket is locked.
Automatic locking
In the multi-purpose display of the instrument pan-
el, you can set different variants of locking and un-
locking the doors and the rear lid as well as the
check-back signal when locking and unlocking the
vehicle and save them on the respective remote
control.
fPlease observe the chapter “TAILGATE” on
Page 117.
D- Towing lug cover (left)
E- Emergency release cableEmergency release for the spare wheel
bracketIf the battery is flat, the only way to open the spare
wheel bracket is by using the mechanical emer-
gency release.
Warning!
Danger of injury and risk of accident if the
spare wheel bracket is operated improperly.
fPerform emergency unlocking of the spare
wheel bracket only when the vehicle is on a lev-el surface.
1. Remove cover of left towing lug D.
2. Pull emergency release cable E in the direction
of the arrow.
The spare wheel bracket is now unlocked and
can be operated.
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Winter operationDuring the winter months, battery capacity tends
to decrease as temperatures drop. Additionally,
more power is consumed while starting, and the
headlights, heater, rear window defogger, etc.,
are used more frequently.
Let your Porsche dealer test the battery's capaci-
ty before winter sets in.Vehicle storageIf the car stands for long periods in the garage or
workshop, the doors and lids should be closed.
fRemove the ignition key and, if necessary, dis-
connect the battery.
Notes on operation
fWhen the battery is disconnected, the alarm
system ceases to function.
If the vehicle was locked before the battery
was disconnected, the alarm will be triggered
when the battery is reconnected.
To deactivate the alarm system:
fLock the vehicle and unlock it again.Maintenance note
Even if you put your vehicle out of operation, the
battery still discharges.
The battery will discharge more quickly if your ve-
hicle is not driven on a daily basis over a distance
of several miles. The more often you drive your ve-
hicle, and the longer the distance driven on each
trip, the more opportunity the vehicle‘s charging
system will have to recharge the batteries.
fTo preserve its efficiency, charge the battery
about every 6 weeks.
fCheck the battery acid level and top off with
distilled water if necessary.
fStore a battery that has been removed in a
dark, cool place, but not subject to freezing.
Putting vehicle into operationAfter the battery is connected or charged, the
PSM warning light lights up on the instrument pan-
el and a message 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 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-purpose
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 “TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING LEARNING PROCESS” on
Page 102.
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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 “TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING LEARNING PROCESS” on
Page 102.
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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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Index
IndexAABD ......................................... 227
, 229
, 231
ABS ......................................... 227
, 230
, 233
Off road ............................................. 234
Warning light ...................................... 233
After driving off road................................... 237
Aftermarket Alarms ..................................... 185
Air cleaner.................................................. 261
Air conditioning
Central vents ............................. 145, 151
Cover flap .......................................... 142
Disabling control panel (rear) ............... 148
Display ...................................... 143, 147
Footwell .................................... 145, 151
Four zone ........................................... 147
Fresh-air intake ................................... 141
Mono function ..................................... 144
Rear.......................................... 148, 152
REST mode ............................... 146, 152
Sensors ............................................. 142
Setting air quantity ..................... 144, 150
Setting temperature ................... 144, 149
Side vents ................................. 145, 151
Two zone ........................................... 143
Vents ................................................. 141
Windshield ................................. 145, 151
Air quantity
Setting ...................................... 144, 150
Air suspension ................. 174
, 191
, 227
, 244
Airbag ................................................. 50, 281
Disposal ............................................... 51Function ............................................... 52
Switching off passenger airbag ............ 123
Switching on passenger airbag ............ 123
Unit ...................................................... 62
Warning light......................................... 54
Air-conditioned areas
Rear................................................... 152
Air-conditioning compressor....... 143
, 146
, 151
Alarm button................................................. 18
Alarm system ...................................................
24
, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 35, 206
, 322
Alcantara.................................................... 281
All-Season tires ........................................... 368
All-Terrain tires ............................................ 368
All-wheel drive ........................... 128
, 227
, 229
Anti-freeze content ...................................... 256
Anti-lock brake system .............. 227
, 230
, 233
Anti-roll bars
Disengageable .................................... 225
Armrest............................................. 188, 190
Assembly aid ..................................... 310, 319
Assistance when driving downhill .................. 235
Audio
Tips ................................................... 183
AUTO button .................... 143
, 144
, 147
, 149
AUTO LOCK ................................................ 118
AUTO UNLOCK ........................................... 118
Automatic anti-dazzle operation...................... 69
Automatic brake differential ....... 227
, 229
, 231
Automatic circulating-air mode ............ 145, 150
Automatic mode,
air conditioning ......................... 143
, 144
, 149Automatic transmission fluid ........................ 261
BBattery ......................... 70
, 72, 89, 186
, 332
After charging ..................................... 345
Car key .............................................. 346
Care................................................... 332
Charge state....................................... 332
Charging ............................................ 345
Installing ............................................. 342
Putting vehicle into operation ...............333
Removing .................................. 340, 341
Removing/installing .................... 335, 339
Replacing ........................................... 334
Warning light....................................... 125
Winter driving...................................... 333
Before driving off.................................12, 237
Belts ............................................................ 46
Fastening ............................................. 48
Height adjustment ................................. 49
Opening ............................................... 48
Tensioner ............................................. 47
Warning light.................................. 47, 60
Brake ...........................................................75
Booster ................................................ 77
Discs ................................................... 78
Pads .................................................... 78
Warning light......................................... 76
Brake fluid
Changing ............................................ 259
Brake light .................................................. 356
Index
381
Evaporation control ............................. 270
Level gauges ........................................ 86
Recommendations .............................. 269
Fuel containers, portable ........................ 6
, 270
Fuel gauge ................................................... 86
Fuel quality ..................................................... 8
Function keys ............................................... 64
Lighting ................................................ 65
Fuse assignment......................................... 325
Fuses......................................................... 323
GGarage door opener.................................... 178
Allocating ........................................... 179
Changeable code system .................... 179
Deleting ............................................. 180
Fixed code system .............................. 179
Gear display ............................................... 215
Glasses case .............................................. 188
Glove compartment .................................... 189
Gross weight .............................................. 207
Ground clearance .............................. 374
, 375
HHand-held transmitter ......................... 178
, 179
Headlight beam adjustment ................ 123, 132
Headlights ................................ 210
, 279
, 349
Bi-Xenon ............................................. 351
Changing for left-hand traffic ................ 359
Closing the housing lid ........................ 351
Height adjustment ............................... 359
Opening the housing lid ....................... 351
Setting ............................................... 358Washer system ...................................136
Headrest ......................................................40
Installing ...............................................40
Removing .............................................40
Setting .................................................40
Heated rear window .........141
, 142
, 143
, 147
Height adjustment ..............................227, 244
High beam.........................................130, 133
Indicator light .................................80, 82
Switch ................................................133
High Range...............99
, 216
, 218
, 223
, 226
On-road driving program ......................222
High-pressure cleaning units.........................274
Horn ............................................................62
IIdentification number ...................................364
Idling..........................................................215
Ignition lock ..................................................70
Immobilizer...................................................21
Inclination sensor ..............24
, 26, 28, 34, 35
Function indication................................32
Monitored areas ....................................28
Switching off.........................................29
Switching on .........................................29
Switching on, temporarily.......................30
Instrument panel
Lighting ..............................................132
Interior light, front .......................................160
Interior lighting............................................160
Interior mirror ...............................................66
ISOFIX system...............................................60
JJack ................................................. 246
, 299
Jacking point ............................................. 307
Jump lead starting
Leads ................................................ 344
Jumper cables ........................................... 343
KKeys............................................................ 17
Changing the battery .......................... 346
Kickdown................................................... 217LLeather care .............................................. 280
Left-hand traffic.......................................... 359
Level control
..................... 98
, 174
, 191
, 227
, 244
, 301
Loading level.................... 245
, 246
, 375
Low level ........................................... 244
Normal level....................................... 244
Special low level................................. 244
Special terrain level ............................ 244
Switching on and off ........................... 246
Warning light ...................................... 246
License plate light............................. 162, 357
Lid
Engine compartment .......................... 199
Luggage compartment ....................... 194
Seal .................................................. 279
Lifting
Garage lift.......................................... 300
Jack .................................................. 307