2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO battery capacity
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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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Replacing the batteryThe service life of the battery is subject to normal
wear; it depends greatly on care, climatic condi-
tions, and driving conditions (distances, loads).
fOnly use an original Porsche battery, with the
correct part number, as a replacement. Only
this battery meets the specific requirements of
the vehicle.
fPlease observe the disposal instructions for
batteries.
Battery chargingAutomotive batteries loose their efficiency when
not in use. The charge available in your battery can
be measured with a battery hydrometer. We rec-
ommend that the battery voltage be tested by
your Porsche dealer who has the appropriate
equipment.
If the car is not driven for prolonged periods, the
battery must be charged at least every 6 weeks.
A discharged battery allows rapid formation of sul-
fates, leading to premature deterioration of the
plates.
Danger!
Hydrogen gas generated by the battery
could cause an explosion, resulting in severe
personal injuries.
fCharge battery in a well ventilated area.
fNever charge a frozen battery. It may explode
because of gas trapped in the ice. Allow a fro-
zen battery to thaw out first.
fIf you get electrolyte, which is an acid, in your
eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with
cold water for several minutes and call a doc-tor.
Note
Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to
advise you about a suitable charger.Slow battery charging
1. Pay attention to all warnings and follow instruc-
tions that come with your battery charger.
2. When charging, ensure adequate ventilation.
3. Remove battery.
Please observe the chapter “REMOVING AND
INSTALLING BATTERY” on Page 335.
4. All vent caps should be open.The fluid level
should meet the indicator mark in each cell.
5. Ensure that charger is switched off – danger of
short circuit!
6. Connect charger cables.Charger cables must
be connected POSITIVE (+) to POSITIVE (+)
and NEGATIVE (–) to NEGATIVE (–).
7. Switch on charger. Normally, a battery should
be charged at no more than 10 percent of its
rated capacity. Rated capacity of the battery in
your vehicle is listed on the battery housing.
8. After charging, turn off charger and disconnect
charger cables.
9. Tighten the vent caps and reinstall battery.
Please observe the chapter “REMOVING AND
INSTALLING BATTERY” on Page 335.
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Emergency Starting with Jumper
CablesIf the battery is discharged, e.g. in winter or after
the car has been parked for a long time, the bat-
tery of another car can be used for starting with
the help of jumper cables.
Make sure the voltage of both batteries is the
same.
The capacity (Ampere hours, Ah) of the booster
battery must not be substantially less than that of
the discharged battery.The discharged battery
must be correctly connected to the vehicle's elec-
trical system.
fPlease observe the chapter “BATTERY” on
Page 332.
Note
Do not try to start the car by pushing or towing.
Damage to the catalytic converters and other
components of the car may result.
Danger!
Risk of damage and serious personal injury
due to short circuit.
fUse only jumper cables of adequate diameter
cross-section and fitted with completely insu-
lated alligator clips.
fFollow all warnings and instructions of the
jumper cable manufacturer.
fWhen connecting jumper cables, make sure
that they cannot get caught in any moving
parts in the engine compartment.
The jumper cables must be long enough so
that neither vehicles nor cables touch another.
fThe vehicles must not be in contact, otherwise
current might flow as soon as the positive ter-
minals are connected.
fThe cable clamps must not be allowed to con-
tact each other when one end of the jumper ca-
bles are connected to a battery.
fCarefully ensure that tools or conductive jewel-
ery (rings, chains, watch straps) do not come
into contact with the positive jumper cable or
the positive battery post.
fImproper hook-up of jumper cables can ruin
the alternator.
Danger of caustic burns.
fDo not lean over the battery.Danger of gas explosion.
fImproper use of booster battery to start a ve-
hicle may cause an explosion, resulting in se-
vere personal injuries.
fKeep sources of ignition away from the bat-
tery, e.g. open flame, burning cigarettes or
sparking due to cable contact or welding work.
fA discharged battery can freeze even at
14°F (−10°C). Before connecting jumper ca-
bles, a frozen battery must be thawed out.
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Index Belts ......................................... 197
, 209
Equipment .......................................... 209
Rings ........................................ 197, 201
Tiptronic ...................................... 15
, 62, 214
Rocker switches ................. 62
, 216
, 217
Tire
Care .................................................. 291
Life .................................................... 290
Traction ............................................. 288
Wear .................................................. 290
Tire and rim sizes ....................................... 368
Tire pressure ..................................... 100, 210
Load .................................................. 209
Plate .................................................. 365
Reducing ................................... 316, 318
Specifications ..................................... 113
Tables................................................ 370
Warning light ...... 80
, 82, 102
, 112
, 124
Warning message ............................... 108
Tire pressure monitoring ............................. 100
Monitoring .......................................... 107
System learning process ..................... 102
Tire sealant ..................... 105
, 106
, 111
, 305
Warning light ...................................... 124
Tires .......................................................... 285
Changing................................... 186, 311
Damage ............................................. 291
Flat .................................................... 304
Inflating ..................................... 315, 317
Inscription .......................................... 297
Replacing ........................................... 292
Sidewall ............................................. 297
Size ................................................... 297
Tracks ............................................... 368Type .................................................. 104
Valves ................................................ 292
Tool kit ....................................................... 285
Screewdriver ...................................... 299
Tools.......................................................... 285
Screwdriver ........................................ 299
Towing .............................................. 221
, 360
Capacity ............................................. 207
Hook .................................................. 360
Tow-starting ................................................ 221
Tracks........................................................ 368
Traction...................................................... 238
Management....................................... 228
Traction systems......................................... 227
Trailer
Coupling ............................................. 206
Hitch .................................................. 206
Hitching.............................................. 206
Unhitching .......................................... 206
Transmission .............................................. 367
Transport .............................. 21
, 23, 29, 246
Turn signal light .......................................... 354
Indicator light ................................. 80, 82
Rear................................................... 356
Switch ................................................ 133
Turn signal pilot light
Indicator light ................................. 80, 82
Turn signal/high beam/headlight flasher stalk 133
UUltrasonic measurement .............................. 176
Ultrasound sensors, ParkAssist .................... 174
Ultrasound sources ..................................... 176
Undercoating .............................................. 278Unlocking, keyless ........................................22
Immobilizer ...........................................23
Uphill driving ...............................................238
Traction..............................................238
VVehicle
Battery .............................186
, 332
, 345
Care...................................................273
Data bank ...........................................364
Identification number ...........................364
Keys ...........................................17, 346
Laying up............................................282
Lowering ............................................246
Putting into operation ..........................333
Raising ......................................245, 246
Recovery ............................................362
Securing against rolling .......................304
Storage ..............................................333
Transport ......................21
, 23, 29, 246
Washing .............................................274
Vehicle door
Locking .........................................21, 23
Unlocking .............................................20
Vehicle key
Battery ...............................................346
Vehicle-trailer combination stabilisation .........233
Ventilation.................................142
, 143
, 147
Vents .........................................................141
Central ......................................145, 151
Footwell.....................................145, 151
Side ..........................................145, 151
Vertical coupling load..................................207