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Removing battery
1. Withdraw the ignition key.
Remove the Porsche Entry & Drive control unit
from the ignition lock in vehicles that contain
this feature.
Please observe the chapter “REMOVING THE
CONTROL UNIT FROM THE IGNITION LOCK” on
Page 70.
2. Undo the 4 fastening nuts of the battery box.3. Open the 4 clamps of the battery-box cover.
4. Remove the battery-box cover.
Danger!
Danger of explosion and injury and risk of
short circuit and damage to the alternator
and electronic control units.
fDisconnect the negative cable first, and then the positive cable.
5. Disconnect the negative cable.
6. Disconnect the positive cable.7. Pull off vent hose G on the battery.
8. Undo fastening nut H of battery fastening
plate.
9. Remove battery fastening plate.
10.Lift battery out of the battery box using the
folding handles.
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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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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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Headlights
Caution!
Risk of damage to headlights due to abrasion
and excessive temperatures.
fDo not affix any coverings (e.g. “stone guards” or films) in the area of the headlights.
Removing Bi-Xenon headlight1. Switch off ignition and withdraw the ignition
key.
2. Push down cover A in the direction of the arrow
and remove.
B- Headlight release
C-Wing
D- Socket wrench3. Take socket wrench D out of the tool kit.
4. Push socket wrench D onto the release B and
turn in the direction of the arrow.
The headlight holder has now been unlocked.
5. Pull headlight forward out of the fender.
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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
382
Index Platform ............................................. 300
Light
Flasher............................................... 133
Switch................................................ 130
Light alloy wheels ....................................... 279
Inscription .......................................... 298
Light segments........................................... 175
Lighter
front .................................................. 182
rear ................................................... 182
Lights ............................................... 210
, 279
Changing............................................ 348
Chart ................................................. 347
Limit speed
Off-road shifting......................... 223, 226
Load .......................................................... 209
Compartment cover............................ 188
Full .................................................... 106
Partial ................................................ 106
Safety net .......................................... 188
Securing (ski bag)............................... 204
Stowing.............................................. 209
Load fastening points.................................. 197
Loading level ............................ 245
, 246
, 375
Loadspace ........................................ 197, 209
Loadspace floor ......................................... 197
Locking the steering column
With Porsche Entry & Drive .................... 71
Without Porsche Entry & Drive ............... 71
Locking, keyless ........................................... 22
Immobilizer........................................... 23
Switching off readiness for operation...... 23
Unlocking vehicle doors......................... 22
Locks .......................................................... 99Low beam ......................................... 130
, 162
Switch ................................................ 130
Low level .................................................... 244
Low Range ............... 99
, 217
, 219
, 223
, 226
Indicator light ...................................... 223
Off-road driving program...................... 222
Luggage
Compartment cover ............................ 188
Safety net........................................... 188
Luggage compartment ................................ 197
Luggage compartment cover ..... 188
, 198
, 199
Luggage compartment lid................... 194, 195
Locking ................................................ 22
Opening ............................................... 22
Luggage net ...................................... 197, 209
Luggage safety net............................ 201, 202
Bracket .............................................. 201
MMain menu.................................................... 92
Make-up mirror ........................................... 158
Manual headlight beam adjustment ............... 123
Memory ................................................ 37
, 38
Minor paint damage .................................... 276
Minor repairs .............................................. 285
Mirrors ....................................................... 210
Door mirrors......................................... 67
Interior mirror ....................................... 66
Moving off ................................ 214
, 216
, 217
MSR........................................................... 231
Multi-functional steering wheel ........................ 64
Function keys................................. 64, 65
With telephone function.......................... 65
Multi-purpose display ............................ 90
, 200Basic screens .......................................91
Clock .................................................114
Collapsible spare wheel .......................105
Comfort..............................................116
Compass ............................................115
Factory settings ..................................121
Language ...........................................120
Level ....................................................98
Lighting ..............................................119
Load ..................................................106
Locks/reduction ....................................99
Main menu ............................................92
Operation, controls................................90
Settings..............................................114
Spare wheel........................................105
System...............................................107
Telephone.............................................93
Tire pressure .............................100
, 102
Tire sealant/sealing set .......................106
Tire type .............................................103
Units ..................................................120
Vehicle info ...........................................97
Warnings ..............................................98
NNavigation system .......................................186
Normal level ...............................................244OOctane ratings ............................................269
Odometer .....................................................87
Off delay ...........................................119
, 162
Off-road ABS ......................................234, 239
384
Index Pressure tester........................................... 318
PSM ........................................ 227
, 230
, 313
Deactivating ....................................... 232
Indicator light...................................... 126
Multifunctional light ............................. 232
Off road ............................................. 231
Switching on ....................................... 232
Warning light ........................ 80
, 82, 126
PTM.................................................. 227, 228
RRadiator fans .............................................. 251
Radio
Tips ................................................... 183
Radio remote control .................................... 17
Changing the battery........................... 346
Rain sensor ................................................ 135
Rain sensor operation ................................. 136
Reading light
Front.................................................. 160
Rear .................................................. 161
Rear differential lock................................... 224
Rear fog light .................................... 130
, 356
Rear lid ............................................. 194, 195
Locking ................................................ 22
Opening ............................................... 22
Unlocking ............................................. 20
Rear light ................................................... 355
Rear seats ................................................... 41
Folding forward..................................... 41
Rear window............................................... 196
Locking ................................................ 22
Opening ........................................ 20, 22
Unlocking ............................................. 20Rear window wiper ...................................... 137
Rear-axle load ............................................. 207
Reduction ..................................................... 99
Reflector .................................................... 355
Refuelling ................................................... 268
Relays ........................................................ 322
Release button............................................ 214
Relocking, automatic ..................................... 24
Remote control ............................................. 17
Changing the battery........................... 346
Removing spots and stains .......................... 276
Reserve ..................................................... 268
REST button ...................................... 143
, 147
REST mode ....................................... 146, 152
Reverse gear ....................................... 68, 177
Reversing light ............................................ 356
Rims .......................................................... 237
Diameter ............................................ 298
Rim width ........................................... 298
Rocker switches ................................ 216, 217
Roof console ..................................... 162, 188
Roof Transport System .............. 205
, 372
, 374
Running in
Tires .................................................... 14
Running-gear control systems ...................... 227
Running-gear setup ..................................... 247
Indicator light ...................................... 127
Warning light....................................... 247
SSafety belts ......................................... 46
, 281
Belt tensioner ....................................... 47
Fastening ............................................. 48
Height adjustment ................................. 49Opening................................................48
Warning light ..................................47
, 60
Safety catch, engine compartment lid ...........200
Safety compliance sticker ............................365
Safety net........................188
, 199
, 201
, 202
Assembly............................................202
Bracket ..............................................201
Permitted uses....................................201
Screewdriver ..............................................299
Sealant............................105
, 106
, 111
, 305
Warning light .......................................124
Sealing set .................................................305
Seals, care .................................................279
Seat heating ........................................44, 148
For air-conditioned areas at the rear .......45
Rear ...................................................148
Switching off .........................................44
Switching on .........................................44
Seat memory ................................37
, 68, 177
Recall using car key ..............................37
Recall using person buttons ...................37
Storage, automatic................................38
Storing driver’s seat settings..................38
Storing parking aid................................38
Storing passenger seat settings .............38
Seat memory (comfort) .................................37
Seat with memory ................................68, 177
Seats
Front ....................................................36
Position ................................................36
Rear .....................................................41
Setting .................................................36
Security wheel bolts....................................301
Selection mode