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Controls, Safety, Instruments
Warning Lights and Warning MessagesIf a warning message appears, always refer to the corresponding chapters in this Owner's Manual.
Warning messages are issued only if all measurement preconditions are met.
Therefore, check all fluid levels regularly – in particular, always check the engine oil level after refuelling.
Instrument
panelMulti-purpose
displayText display Meaning/measures
Steering faulty Steering lock engaged.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Ignition lock faulty Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
System fault – Workshop Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Key not recognised in vehicle Make sure that you have the remote control with you.
Turn ignition key to left for
2 secondsEngage the steering lock.
Key: replace battery Replace the remote-control battery.
Move the steering wheel Turn the steering wheel so that the steering wheel lock can
engage/disengage.
Key not found Make sure that you have the remote control with you.
Switch selector lever to position “P”.The vehicle could roll away. The ignition key can be withdrawn
only in selector lever position P.
Apply the brake Apply the brake when starting.
Move selector lever to position
“P” or “N”The vehicle can be started only in position P or N.
Immobiliser active Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
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A-“
–” button
B-TIMER button
C- ON/OFF button
D-“+” button
Parking HeaterThe parking heater features two functions: parking
heating and parking ventilation.
The parking heater is ready for use regardless of
the ignition key position.
The parking heater is also used as an auxiliary
heater. Operation of the parking heater is clearly
audible when outside temperatures are low, even
if the parking heater has been manually switched
off.
Danger!
Risk of poisoning due to carbon monoxide
(CO). The parking heater consumes fuel and
emits exhaust fumes. Exposure to such
fumes can cause unconsciousness, serious
personal injury or death.
fSwitch off the parking heater before refuelling.
fDo not operate the parking heater in enclosed spaces (e.g. a garage).
The parking heater is operated using the following
buttons on the front air-conditioning control panel:
f f f Switch parking heater on and off
Activate program
Start programming
Call memories
Set ON times
Activate heating function
Set ON times
Activate ventilating function
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Maintenance, Car Care
Engine Oil LevelfCheck the oil level regularly. I t i s b e s t t o d o t h i s
when refuelling and before extended journeys.
Further important information concerning “mainte-
nance” can be found in a separate chapter.
fPlease observe the chapter “EXERCISE
EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR
VEHICLE” on Page 250.
fPlease observe the chapter “WARNING LIGHTS
AND WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 122.
Warning!
Engine oil is hazardous to your health and
may be fatal if swallowed.
fKeep engine oil out of children's reach.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that have
caused cancer in laboratory animals.
fAlways protect your skin by washing thorough-ly with soap and water.If the oil level is too low, this is indicated by the oil-
level warning light lighting up on the multi-purpose
display.
fCheck the oil level using the oil dipstick as
soon as possible and add engine oil if neces-
sary.
Note on operation
fIf the engine compartment lid is opened and oil
is not added, the warning message appears
again after approximately 62 miles (100 km).
Checking the oil level
Warning!
Danger of injury. The radiator fans can start
running as a function of temperature, even
with the engine switched off.
Risk of burning from hot parts in engine com-
partment.
fExercise extreme caution when working on the engine compartment.
Conditions for measuring the oil level
correctly
– Vehicle must be level.
– Engine must be switched off and at operating
temperature.
– Before the oil-level measurement, allow the en-
gine oil to flow back into the oil pan for around
3 minutes.
Oil-level warning
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Maintenance, Car Care
Refuelling
Danger!
The RF energy from a cellphone can cause a
sparking on bare metal, much like aluminium
foil in a microwave oven. The spark could ig-
nite gasoline fumes present while refuling.
Static discharge from your body can ignite
gasoline fumes present when you get back
out of the vehicle and touch the fuel nozzle.
In either case, resulting fire can cause seri-
ous damage to the vehicle, serious injury or
death to persons in immediate vicinity.
fDo not use a cellphone while pumping gas.
fDo not re-enter the vehicle while pumping gas.Total capacity approx. 26.4 gallons
(100 liters), including approx. 3 gallons
(12 liters) reserve
1. Stop the engine and switch off the ignition.
2. Slowly unscw the tank cap.
Hang the tank cap on plastic strap A of the fill-
er flap.
3. Insert pump nozzle fully into the filler neck with
the handle of the pump nozzle facing down.
4. Do not add further fuel once the correctly op-
erated automatic pump nozzle has switched
off.
Fuel could spray or could run over when heat-
ed.
5. Replace the tank cap immediately after refuel-
ling and turn it until you hear it and feel it en-
gage.
Maintenance note
fIf you lose the tank filler cap, you must replace
it only with an original part.
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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