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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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Driving and Driving Safety
Ignition Lock, Steering LockThe ignition key is inserted into the ignition lock
underneath the light swit ch at the left of the
steering wheel.
On vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive, you no
longer have to insert the key into the ignition lock,
but merely keep it with yo u. The ignition key is
replaced by a control unit in the ignition lock,
which always remains in the ignition lock, unless
the vehicle is being towed.
The ignition lock has three key positions.
The steering column can be actively locked in
a fourth key position on vehicles with Porsche
Entry & Drive.
Key positions
0 - Initial position
1 - Ignition on
2 -Start engineNote on operation
The vehicle battery discharges if the ignition key is
left inserted.
If the vehicle battery is dead, the key can only be
removed from the ignition lock if the emergency
operation is performed:
f Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY
OPERATION – UNLOCKING THE IGNITION KEY”
on page 166.
Key positions with Porsche Entry & Drive
0-Initial position
1 - Ignition on
2 -Start engine
3 -Activate steeri ng column lockIgnition lock position 0 – Initial positionThe ignition key cannot be removed when the
ignition is switched on or when the engine has
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To remove the ignition key:
fStop the vehicle.
f Move PDK selector lever to position P.
f Switch ignition off.
f Remove the ignition key.Ignition lock position 1 – Ignition onfTurn ignition key to position 1.
All electrical equipment can be switched on. The
warning lights on the inst rument panel light up for
alamp check.
f Please see the chapter “INSTRUMENT PANEL
USA MODELS” on page 107.
If an electrical consumer is not switched on for
10 minutes after switching on the ignition, the
ignition must be switched off then on again.
Ignition lock position 2 – Start enginef Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2.
The car key is reset automa tically from position 2
to position 1 when you start the engine.Ignition lock position 3 – Activate
steering column lock on vehicles with
Porsche Entry & Drivef Please see the chapter “Manually locking the
steering column on vehicles with Porsche
Entry & Drive” on page 165.Steering column lockVehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive
The steering column is locked automatically
when the ignition key is removed from the ignition
lock and unlocked automatically when the
ignition key is inserted into the ignition lock.
Vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive
The steering column is locked automatically
when the driver’s door is opened when the ignition
is switched off. Manually locking the steering column on
vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive
f
Once the ignition is switched off, turn the
control unit to ignition lock position 3 again
and hold it there for 2seconds.
The steering column is locked when you hear
a clicking noise.
The steering column can be unlocked
automatically by turning the control unit to
ignition lock position 1.
Emergency operation with Porsche
Entry & DriveInterference in radio tr ansmission between the
vehicle and ignition lock or a discharged ignition
lock battery can disable the Porsche Entry & Drive
comfort function.
If this happens, the control unit can be removed
from the ignition lock and the vehicle can be
started using the standard ignition key.
Removing the control unit from the
ignition lock
1. Turn the control unit to ignition lock position 3
and hold it there for about 10 seconds.
Once you hear the clicking sound, you can remove
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Starting and Stopping the EngineThe immobilizer can be deactivated and the
engine started only using an authorised
ignition key.
fPlease see the chapter “IMMOBILIZER” on
page 250.
Warning!
Risk of poisoning. Exhaust gas contains
colorless and odorless carbon monoxide
(CO), which is toxic even in low
concentrations. Carbon monoxide can cause
unconsciousness and even death if inhaled.
f Never start or let the engine run in an
enclosed, unventilated area. It is not
recommended to sit in your car for prolonged
periods with the engine on and the car not
moving.
An unattended vehicle with a running engine
is potentially hazardous. If warning lights
should come on to indicate improper
operation, they would go unnoticed.
f Never leave the engine idling unattended.
Danger of fire close to the hot exhaust
system.
f Do not park or drive your vehicle where
combustible materials, such as dry grass or
leaves, can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system. For information on the emission control system:
f
Please see the chapter “EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM” on page 262.
f If your car catches on fire for any reason, call
the fire department. Do not endanger your life
by attempting to put out the fire.
Starting the vehicle f Operate the footbrake.
f Move PDK selector lever to position P or N.
f Do not press the accelerator pedal.
The engine control unit will provide the correct
starting mixture.
f Turn the ignition key or control unit (Porsche
Entry & Drive) to ignition lock position 2.
The starting process is carried out and
completed automatically as soon as ignition
lock position 2 (start engine) is reached.
The ignition key or control unit is reset
automatically to ignition lock position 1
(ignition on).
f Do not operate the starter for more than
approx. 10 seconds. If necessary, repeat the
starting procedure after a pause of approx.
10 seconds. Turn the ignition key back to
ignition lock position 0 (initial position) first.
The first operation of the starter is ended
automatically when the engine starts.
If the engine does not start, subsequent
starter operations will not be ended
automatically.