2006 PORSCHE CAYMAN headlight bulb

Controls, Instruments
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Check left/right dipped beam (low
beam)
also applies to:
front side lights, direction indicator,
high beam, fog lights, side indicator
light, brake light, tail light, rear fog
light, reversing light, raised brake
light, side markerThe reported light is faulty. Check bulb.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Daytime
driving lights offDaytime driving lights switch off when the engi-
ne is shut off. Switch on lights if necessary.
Headlight beam
adjustment faultyHave the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Front lid not closed Close luggage compartment lid properly.
Rear lid not closed Close engine compartment lid properly.
Rain sensor faulty Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Refill washer fluid
LIMIT
Cannot be accepted
with vehicle stoppedThe current speed can only be accepted for the
acoustic warning signal when the vehicle is in
motion.
LIMIT
30Selected speed limit (e.g. 30 mph) for the
acoustic warning signal has been exceeded.
Adjust your speed if necessary.
Fuel gauge war-
ning lightConsider remaining range Refuel at next opportunity.
Instrument
panelOn-board
computerText display on on-board
computerMeaning/measure

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Controls, Instruments
Turn Signal/ Headlight Dimmer/
Parking light / Flasher Lever Turn signals, low beam and high beam are ready
for operation when the ignition is on.
1– Turn signal left
2– Turn signal right
3–High beam
4– Headlight flasher
Lever in center position–Low beam
When high beam and headlight flasher are select-
ed, the blue indicator light in the tachometer is lit.
The turn signal lever turns off automatically when
the steering wheel is straightened out after com-
pleting a turn.
Lane changer fTo indicate your intention when changing lanes
on the freeway, slightly lift or depress the lever
to the resistance point.
The lever will return to the OFF position when
released.
fIf the frequency of the display becomes notice-
ably faster, check the operation of the turn sig-
nal bulbs. Headlight flasher (With ignition on or off)
fTo flash the headlights to oncoming motorists,
slightly pull the lever toward the steering wheel
and then release it.
The blue indicator light in the tachometer will
go on/off as you pull/release the lever. Parking lightThe parking light can only be switched on when
the ignition is switched off.
fMove the lever up or down to switch on the
right or left parking light.

Practical Tips, Emergency Service
205 Practical Tips, Emergency Service
Exercise Extreme Caution when
Working on your Vehicle ............................. 206
Tires/Wheels ............................................ 207
Loading Information ................................... 221
Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting
Platform or Garage Lift .............................. 223
Flat Tire .................................................... 224
Wheel Bolts .............................................. 227
Spacers ................................................... 230
Electrical System ....................................... 232
Battery ..................................................... 235
Jump lead starting .................................... 242
Replacing bulbs ......................................... 244
Headlights ................................................ 246
Turn signal light ......................................... 250
Side marker light ....................................... 253
Additional Brake Light ................................ 254
Tail light .................................................... 255
Luggage compartment/rear lid/
footwell lights ........................................... 257
Adjusting Headlights ................................. 258
Towing .................................................... 260

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
Replacing bulbs
Warning!
Risk of short circuit.
fAlways switch off the relevant load when
changing bulbs.
Risk of injury. The Bi-Xenon headlights are
under high voltage when installed.
fExercise extreme caution when working in the
area of the Bi-Xenon headlights.
Risk of damage. Bulbs of a higher wattage
can damage the lamp housing.
fOnly use the bulbs specified in the bulb chart.
fBulbs must be clean and free from grease.
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 chemical cleaners or other vol-
atile cleaning fluids be used.
fTo prevent scratches, do not rub with a dry or merely moist cloth, tissue or insect sponges.

Practical Tips, Emergency Service
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Bulb chart
Ty p e , r a t i n g
Halogen low beam H7, 55 W
Low beam with Bi-Xenon headlight Philips, D2S 35W
Halogen high beam H 9, 65W
Additional high beam with Bi-Xenon headlight H 11, 55W
Fog light H8, 35W
Tail light, rear fog light, brake light, tail light P21, 4W
Tail light, reflector P21, 5W
Reversing light P21W
Turn signal light, front and rear LL PY21W (long-life)
Door guard-,/curb light/footwell light/
luggage compartment lightW5W
Parking light W5W Blue-Vision
License plate light C5W
Side marker light W3W

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service Halogen headlights
Changing bulb for low beam
1. Pull off plug A.
2. Disengage fixing loop B.
3. Replace defective bulb.
When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly.
4. Reassemble in reverse order.Bi-Xenon headlight
Changing bulb for low beam and high beam
1. Turn the plug counter-clockwise (bayonet lock)
and pull it off.2. Disengage both fixing loops A.
3. Replace defective bulb B.
When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly.
4. Engage both fixing loops A, push on plug and
turn right as far as the stop.

Practical Tips, Emergency Service
249
Changing bulb for high beam or additional
high beam (Bi-Xenon headlight)
1. Turn the bulb holder.
Turn it counter-clockwise on the left headlight
and clockwise on the right headlight.
Take bulb holder out of the headlight housing.2. Pull both plug release tabs apart.
Pull plug out of the bulb holder.
3. Replace the defective bulb with bulb holder.
4. Reassemble in reverse order.Closing lid of headlight housing
1. Push on lid until it perceptibly engages.
2. Fasten lid with the 4 screws.

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Index
IndexAABS (antilock brake system) .......................... 59
Advanced Airbag........................................... 44
Air conditioning ...................................130
, 133
Air distribution ....................................130, 133
Air filter ...................................................... 194
Airbag .......................................................... 42
Function ............................................... 44
Warning light ........................................ 47
Air-conditioning compressor ................132, 135
Alarm system ............................................. 157
Alcantara ................................................... 202
Antenna .................................... 157
, 158
, 197
Antilock brake system................................... 59
Warning light ........................................ 60
Ashtray ...................................................... 138
Assembly aids for wheel changes................. 228
Assistant ...................................................... 68
Audio operation .......................................... 156
Auto-button air conditioning ......................... 133
Automatic
Anti-glare mirrors .................................. 28
Car washes ........................................ 196
Door locking ......................................... 22
Headlight beam adjustment.................. 123
Speed control ....................................... 82
Automatic air conditioning system ................ 133
Average consumption............................93, 113
Average speed .....................................93, 113
BBackrest
Adjustment ........................................... 32
Release ................................................ 32
Battery....................................................... 235
Care .................................................. 236
Charge state....................................... 236
Putting vehicle into operation ............... 238
Remote control ................................... 241
Removing ........................................... 239
Warning light......................................... 90
Winter driving...................................... 237
Before driving off ....................................12
, 13
Blower adjustment..............................130, 133
Brake light..........................................254, 256
Brakes
Brake pad warning light ......................... 91
Fluid ...........................................182, 271
Fluid warning light.......................108, 182
Pads ..............................................14, 58
Test stand ............................................ 64
Break in hints................................................ 14
Bulbs
Chart ................................................. 245
Replacing ........................................... 245
CCanholder .................................................. 143
Capacities, overview ................................... 271
Car care..................................................... 172Car telephone ............................................. 157
Car washes ................................................ 196
Cargo partition............................................ 152
Catalytic converters ....................................191
Cautions............................................ 172
, 206
Central locking.............................................. 19
Emergency operation ..................... 19, 20
Central vents .............................................. 136
Central warning light..................................... 91
Changing wheels ......................................... 228
Check engine
Warning light......................................... 90
Checking pressure ...................................... 227
Child Restraint Anchorage.............................. 54
Child restraint systems .................................. 49
Chime ........................................................ 122
CHRONO stopwatch ......................................98
Circulating-air button .......................... 130, 133
Clock .................................................. 89, 113
Clutch ........................................................ 164
Clutch pedal ................................................. 55
Combination filter ........................................194
Comfort seat ................................................ 32
Coming Home mode ................................... 123
Compact disc
Holder ................................................ 142
Player ................................................ 157
Storage .............................................. 149
Compressor ............................................... 149
Coolant ....................................... 86
, 176
, 271
Level .................................................. 176
Temperature gauge............................... 86