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Fault TransmissionHave the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Gearbox
temperature too high “Warning jerks” can be felt when driving off and the engine
power may be restricted.
Do not hold the vehicle with the accelerator on a hill, for
example. Hold the vehicle with
the brake. Reduce engine load.
Stop the vehicle in a suitable plac e if possible. Allow the engine
to run in selector-lever posi tion P or N until the warning
disappears.Press clutch Manual transmission:
Depress clutch pedal when starting.Warning Brake fluid level Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*Warning Brake force distribution Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*ABS failure Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Brake pad worn Have brake pads replaced immediately.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.*
flashesRelease electric parking brake Pull the electric parking brake switchPress brake pedal.Press the brake pedal before releasing the electric parking
brake.Fault Electric parking brake Have the fault co rrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*
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Emergency brake function Emergency braking function of the electric parking brake active.PSM failureHave the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*PSM off Porsche Stability Management was switched off.PSM on Porsche Stability Management was switched on.Fault All-wheel dr. system
PSM on Porsche Traction Management is overloaded. Reduce load.
Contact a qualified specialist workshop if the fault persists.*All-wheel dr. system overloaded Porsche
Traction Management is overloaded.
Reduce load.Fault All-wheel dr. Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Sport mode error Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Sport mode not available Have the fault co rrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Spoiler failureDriving stability is impaired. Adjust your driving style.
Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Sunroof not closed fully Close the sunroof.
Warning light
for fuel gauge
indicator
lights upMind remaining distance Refuel at the next opportunity.
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Fault Fuel indicatorHave the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Check fuel tank cap Position tank cap correctly and screw on until it locks securely.Refill washer fluidFasten seat belt All vehicle occupants must fasten their seat belts.Air bag warning light failure Have the fault co rrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Steering locked The steering wheel lock is faulty.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*Relieve steering Relieve the steering lock by turning the steering wheel to the left
or right.Heated steering wheel on Steering wheel heating is switched onHeated steering wheel off Steering wheel heating is switched offCheck steering oil level For vehicles with PDCC:
Power steering fluid level too low.
Please visit a qualified specialist workshop.*Ignition key not removedIgnition lock fault Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Key not recognized Make sure that you have the car key with you.Ignition lock faulty Have the fault corrected at a qua lified specialist workshop.*Replace ignition key battery Repla ce the battery in the car key.
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Fault Porsche Entry & Drive Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Multiple keys recognized
in vehicleInformation message:
Several vehicle keys in the vehicle, e.g. in the possession of
a passenger.Close doors to lock vehicle Close all doors
and the tailgate before locking the vehicle.Chassis system faultVehicle handling may be affected. Adapt your speed to the
changed conditions.
Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Chassis system failure Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Control on PASM level control is active.Control offPASM level control was switched off, e.g. before driving onto
a lifting platform or raising one wheel. not allowed Level adjustment is not permitted, e.g. at speeds above approx.
20 mph (30 km/h) or if the door/tailgate is open.not possible Level adjustment not available, e.g. when the engine is switched
off, if the vehicle is overloaded or the battery voltage is too low.Vehicle extremely low The vehicle ground clearance is insufficient to continue driving.
The system regulates the vehi cle level again automatically.
This can take several minutes. Have any persistent faults
checked/corrected at a qualif ied specialist workshop.*Vehicle extremely high The vehicle ground clearance is too high to continue driving.
The system regulates the vehicl e level again automatically.
Have any persistent faults ch ecked/corrected at a qualified
specialist workshop.*
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Fault PDCCVehicle handling may be affected. Adapt your speed to the
changed conditions.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*PDCC failure The lateral inclination of the vehicle is significantly greater when
cornering. Drive carefully at an appropriate speed to the nearest
qualified specialist workshop.*PDCC fault
PSM activated Vehicle handling may be affect
ed. Adapt your speed to the
changed conditions.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*Fault Differential lock Have the fault corrected at a qualified sp ecialist workshop.*Tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitoring detects a pressure loss of more
than 7 psi (0.5 bar) below 100 mph (160 km/h) and more
than 6 psi (0.4 bar) above 100 mph (160 km/h).
Stop in a suitable place and check the tires indicated for
damage. If necessary, fill in ti re sealant and set the correct
tire pressure.Inflate! Tire Pressure Monitoring detects a pressure loss of more
than 4 psi (0.3 bar).
Correct the tire pressure at the next opportunity.Restricted monitoring Fault on one or both wheel transmitters.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*No monitoring System is learning Tire Pressure Mo nitoring requires a certain amount of time to
learn the wheels. During this time , the current tire pressures are
not available on the on-board computer.System not active Fault in Tire Pressure Monitoring system. Tire pressure is not
monitored. Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist
workshop.*
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System not active
Temporary faultTemporary fault in the Tire Pressure Monitoring system.
Tire pressure is not monitored.Tire Pressure too low for speeds
greater xxx
Top speed for the preset co
mfort pressure exceeded.Tire change?
Update settings The tire settings on the multi-f
unction display must be updated
after changing a wheel.Fault Tire pressure check Fault in Tire Pressu re Monitoring system. Tire pressure is not
monitored. Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist
workshop.*Driving light on Driving light/side light on.Parking light on Left/right parking light on.Example:
Check front left direction
indicator The reported light is faulty.
Check bulb.
Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*
flashesDynamic cornering light defective Have the faul t corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*
lights upAuto driving light control
defective Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Check static cornering light,
left/right The reported light is faulty.
Check bulb.
Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Headlight beam adjust. defective Adjust your speed and driving style. Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Rain/light sensor defective Switch on wipers/ light manually. Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*
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Fault Headlight controlHave the fault corrected at a qualified sp ecialist workshop.*Headlights adapted for
LHD/RHD Headlights have been changed for
countries with left/right-hand
trafficWiper defective Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Tailgate Close the tailgate
Example:
Door open
Also:
Doors, engine compartment lidClose door/lid indicatedLaunch Control activated Lau
nch Control is activated.Distance! Please brake!Insufficient distance from vehicle in front.Fault ACC Adjust your speed and driving style.
Have the fault on the adaptive Cruise Control corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Fault ACC sensor Adaptive cruise control: Sensor in the front of the vehicle may
be covered with dirt, snow, ice or affected by adverse weather
conditions.System fault One or more electrical systems may have failed.
Adjust your speed and driving style.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*Fault
Instrument cluster/
ParkAssist sound Turn signal tones, acoustic
warning and distance signals
(e.g. for ParkAssist) are not available.
Please note this when parking. Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*
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* We recommend that you have an authorized Porsche
d e a l e r t o d o t h i s w o r k , a s t h e y h a v e t h e t r a i n e d w o r k s h o p
personnel and the necessary parts and tools for this type
of work.
Fault
ParkAssist sound Acoustic warning and distance signals for ParkAssist are not
available.
Please remember this
when parking. Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Limit 1 or 2 exceeded Preset speed limit 1 or 2 has been exceeded.
Warning light on
the coolant
temperature
gauge flashesCheck Engine Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Example:
Full maintenance in XXX miles (km) Service reminder
Bring the vehicle in for service no
later than after the distance/
time shown has elapsed. The maintence intervals can be found
in the “Maintenance” booklet.
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