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SpacersfUse the spacers only together with wheels and
fastening parts approved by Porsche.
Before having spacers fitted, find out about the
current approval status.
Mounting an emergency spare wheel
If 5 mm spacers are mounted, these must not be
removed to mount an emergency spare wheel.
Fitting snow chains
The use of snow chains is not permitted when
5 mm spacers are mounted.
Caution!
Risk of damage to the wheel housings if the
5 mm spacers are not removed before fitting
snow chains.
f To permit the fitting of snow chains, have the 5 mm spacers removed on all 4 wheels.Note on operation
f
To fit/remove the spacers:
Please consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
f Please see the chapter “CHANGING A WHEEL”
on Page 227.
Removing the spacers
1. Unscrew both countersunk screws (M6x16) on the wheel hub.
2. Remove the spacer.
3. Fasten the brake disc with the short M6x12
countersunk screws, part No.:
900.269.047.09.
Tightening torque 7.5 ftlb. (10 Nm) .
4. For wheel mounting without a spacer, 5 mm
shorter wheel bolts (part No.:
997.361.203.01 ) must be used.
Tightening torque: 96 ftlb. (130 Nm) .

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Alarm system, central lockingThe status of the central locking and alarm system
is not changed by disconnecting the battery.
When the battery is di sconnected, the alarm
system ceases to function.Central locking overload protectionIf the central locking sy stem is operated more
than ten times within a minut e, further operation is
blocked for 30 seconds.
Load switch-off after 2 hours or 7 daysIf the ignition key is removed, loads which are
switched on or are in standby mode (such as the
luggage compartment light and interior light) are
automatically switched off after approx. 2hours.
The Radio/PCM is automatically switched off after
approx. 10 minutes.
If the vehicle is not started or unlocked with the
remote control within 7days , the remote control
standby function is switched off (to save the
vehicle battery).
1. In this case, unlock the driver’s door with the key at the door lock.
Leave the door closed in order to prevent the
alarm system from being triggered.
2. Press button 1 on the remote control.
The remote control is now activated again.

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Battery The battery is located in the front luggage
compartment under a black plastic cover.
f Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY OPERA-
TION – PULLING OUT THE IGNITION KEY” on
Page 74.
f Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY UNLO-
CKING OF THE FRONT LUGGAGE COMPART-
MENT LID” on Page 238.
Warning!
Risk of short circuit, fire and damage to al-
ternator and electronic control units, result-
ing in serious personal injury or death.
f Observe all warning notes on the battery.
f Disconnect the negative terminal on the bat-
tery during all work on the electrical system.
f Do not lay tools or other metal objects on the
battery as they could cause a short circuit
across the battery terminal.
Hydrogen gas generated by the battery
could cause an explosion, resulting in
serious personal injury or death.
f Do not expose the battery to an open flame,
electrical spark or a lit cigarette.
f Do not wipe battery with a dry cloth.
Risk of serious personal injury or death and
damage to the fabric, metal or paint. f
Wear eye protection.
f Do not allow battery acid to come in contact
with your skin, eyes, fabric or painted
surfaces.
f If 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.
f Spilled electrolyte must be rinsed off at once
with a solution of baki ng soda and water to
neutralize the acid.
Battery posts, terminals and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and reproductive harm.
f Always protect your skin by washing thorough-
ly with soap and water.
Risk of explosion as a result of static charge,
resulting in serious personal injury or death.
f Do not wipe the battery with a dry cloth.
f Eliminate potential electrostatic charge by
touching the vehicle before touching the bat-
tery.
Charge state A well-charged battery prevents starting problems
and has a longer service life.
Traffic density, requirements regarding noise, ex-
haust gas and fuel consumption reduce the engine
speed and, hence, the alternator output.
However, the large number of electrical loads has
markedly increased the demand for electrical
power.
In order to avoid discharging the battery
unintentionally:
f Switch off unnecessary electrical loads in city
traffic, on short trips or in a line or traffic.
f Always remove the ignition key from the igni-
tion switch when leaving the car.
f Avoid frequent operation of the Porsche Com-
munication Management system and audio
system when the engine is not running.
f In the cold season in particular or if the vehicle
is used primarily for short journeys, it may be
necessary to recharge the battery from time to
time.

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3. Place socket wrench (tool kit) on the unlocking spindle.
The handle of the wrench should point horizon-
tally to the rear.
4. Turn socket wrench approx. 180° A. The
headlight is unlocked and pushed forward
slightly during this process.
5. Turn socket wrench ba ck until it is pointing
vertically downward B and leave in position.
6. The headlight is now unlocked and can be pulled forward out of the fender.
Installing1. Insert headlight into the guide rails and push
fully into the fender.
2. Push headlight to the rear and at the same time turn the socket wrench until it points
horizontally to the rear C.
The headlight locking device must perceptibly
and audibly engage.
3. Insert the rubber plug into the unlocking opening and secure the carpet.
Check the function of all lights.
Low beam/high beam
Halogen/Bi-Xenon headlightOpening the lid of the headlight housing
1. Unscrew the 4 screws A .
2. First lift release tab B, then push both release
tabs C upwards and take off lid.

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TowingCertain state statutes and local ordinances prohib-
it towing with a chain, rope or even a tow bar.
In addition, damage to your vehicle may result
from improper procedures.
Consult your authorized Porsche dealer for de-
tails. Vehicle towing Flat bed towing is the preferred type of towing to
be used on Porsche vehicles.
Under certain circumstances, wheel lifts may be
used when the vehicle will not roll.
The vehicle must be towed with all four
wheels off the ground, otherwise damage to
the vehicle may result.
PDK selector lever emergency releaseIn the event of an electronics failure, the selector
lever must be released for towing.
1. Lift up the rubber mat in the oddments tray.
2. Insert a screwdriver in the opening and press down until you feel it reach the limit position.
The selector lever ca n now be moved to
position N .
Towing hook The towing hook A is contained in the tool box in
the luggage compartment.
Caution!
Risk of damage to the vehicle.
f Use the towing hook only for an emergency to
remove the vehicle off the road. The towing
hook is to be used only to pull the vehicle onto
the flat bed, tractor or towing aparatus if the
vehicle will roll freely. Under no circumstances
is the vehicle to be secured using the towing
hook.
f Never use the towing hook to tow this or any
other vehicle.
f Bear in mind the limited ground clearance of your car on uneven surfaces.

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Index
Heating
................................................ 37
Memory ..................... .......................... 35
Position....................................... ......... 32
Sports bucket seat ............................... 34
Sports seat ............ .............................. 33
Standard seat ......... .............................. 33
Ventilation .............. .............................. 38
Seat memory
Operating with the remote control .......... 36
Operation with person buttons ............... 35
Selector lever position ........................ 120, 122
Selector lever position indicator,
PDK transmission ....... ................................ 179
Service ...................................................... 141
SET Basic setting on on-board computer ...... 163
Shift indicator ............. ................................ 127
Shifting gears
Drive-Off Assistant... ............................ 177
Manual transmission............................ 176
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ............ 178
Side light, front ........... ................................ 256
Side marker light ........ ............................ 78, 80
Changing bulb......... ............................ 255
Side storage compartm ent ............................ 92
Side vents .................. ................................ 116
Snow chains ................... ............ 221, 267, 269
Snow tires.......................................... 220, 268
Socket ....................................................... 235
Spacers ......................... ............................ 233
Spare key ...................... .............................. 15
Spare wheel ............................................... 267
Speed code letter ....... ................................ 222
Speed control....................................... 87, 110 Automatic............... .............................. 86 Indicator light ........
.............................. 124
Speed limit ................... ...................... 137, 222
Speedometer .................................... ......... 126
Spoiler .............................................. ........... 67
Fixed ........................ ............................ 68
Retractable ................................ ........... 67
Sport Chrono Plus package CHRONO stopwatch . ........................... 144
Sport mode .............. ............................ 61
Sport mode .................. ................................ 65
PDK transmission .. .............................. 180
Switching on/off.... ................................61
Switching PASM on/o ff

.......................... 66
Sport plus mode ....... .................................... 61
Sports bucket seat ... .................................... 34
Sports exhaust system .................................. 55
Sports seat ................................... ............... 33
Stability management system ........................ 63
Standard seat ........... .................................... 33
Starter switch ........... .................................... 72
Starting ........................ ................................ 73
Starting engine ......... .................................... 75
Steering column
Locking .................... ............................ 73
Steering lock ............ .................................... 72
Steering wheel
Adjustment ........................................... 38
Function keys........ ................................ 40
Heating .................... ............................ 39
Lock ........................ ............................ 73
Multi functional ........................... ........... 40
PDK shift buttons .. .............................. 178
Stopping engine........ .................................... 76
Stopwatch .................... .............................. 144Storage options ......
......................................91
Storage possibilities ......................................91
Storing your Porsche ...................................210
Sun visors .................. ..................................41
Suspension manageme nt ...............................66
TTachometer ..................... ...........................127
Tail light .......................... ...........................256
Tank .................. ............................. ...195, 196
Ventilation system .... ...........................197
Technical data ................................. ...........266
TEL Telephone informat ion...........................141
Telephone ....................................... ...........103
Microphone.............. ...........................104
Temperature setting ......... ...........110, 113, 114
Temperature, outside in dicator.....................131
Test stand, measure ments ............................65
Theft protection ...... ......................................14
Tie-down rings ........ ......................................96
Tire Care...................................................217
Damage .............................................217
Designations ............ ...........................221
Pressure plate ......... ...........................215
Replacements .............. .......................218
Traction................... ...........................216
Wear ..................................................216
Tire pressure monitoring Warning light ............ ...........................159
Wheels ........................ .......................219
Tire pressure monitoring (TPM) ....................151
Tires ...................... ..............10, 213, 268, 269
Care...................................................213