2009 PORSCHE PANAMERA wipers

Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers
103
Rain sensor operation, front windshield
wipers
In rain sensor mode, the amount of rain on the
windshield is measured. Wiper speed is
automatically adjusted accordingly.
At a speed of less than approx. 2 mph (4 km/h),
rain sensor operation is automatically activated if
the windshield wiper is switched on. If you exceed
a speed of approx. 5 mph (8 km/h), the system
changes to the preselected wiper speed.
The rain sensor remains switched off if the wiper
stalk is already in position 1 when the ignition is
switched on. To switch the rain sensor on again:
f
Move wiper stalk to position 0 and then to
position 1
Switch-on is confirmed by one wipe of the
windshield.
or
Operate windshield washer system 5.
Switch-on is confirmed by three wipes
of the windshield.
or
Change the sensitivity of the rain sensor
using switch A .
Note on operation
In the multi-function display on the instrument
panel, you can configur e the rain sensor to
activate automatically when the ignition is
switched on and the wiper stalk is set to
position 1.
For information on adjusting rain sensor activation
when the ignition is switched on:
f Please see the chapter “SETTING RAIN
SENSOR ACTIVATION” on page 143.
Adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity
f Move switch A upwards –
high sensitivity.
The setting is confirmed by one wipe of
the windshield.
f Move switch A downwards –
low sensitivity. Headlight washer system
The washer sprays only while low beam or
high beam is activated.
f
Press button B under the wiper stalk.
After every 10 wipes on the windshield, the
headlights are cleaned automatically as well.
The wipe count starts from zero again when the
low beam is switched off.

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Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers
Rear window wiperSwitching on intermittent operation of rear
window wiper
fPush switch C upwards to detent position INT .
Switching off intermittent operation of rear
window wiper
f Push switch C downwards to detent
position OFF. Manual wiping
f
Push switch C on the wiper stalk all the way
down from detent position OFF or all the way
up from detent position INT.
The washer system wipes as long as the
switch is pressed down.
Switching on the rear window wiper when
reverse gear is engaged
In the multi-function display, you can configure the
rear wiper to automatically perform a series of
wipes when it rains or when the windshield wipers
are used while reverse gear is engaged.
For information on configuring the automatic
function for activating the rear wiper when reverse
gear is engaged:
f Please see the chapter “SETTING ACTIVATION
OF THE REAR WIPER WHEN REVERSE GEAR IS
ENGAGED” on page 143. Maintenance note
f
Clean the wiper blades with window cleaner at
regular intervals, especi ally after washing the
vehicle in a car wash.
We recommend Porsche window cleaner. If the
wiper blades are very dirty (e. g. soiled with
insect remains), they can be cleaned with
a sponge or cloth.
If the wiper blades rub or squeak, this may be due
to the following:
– If the vehicle is washed in an automatic car
wash, wax residues may adhere to the
windshield. These wax residues can be
removed only by using window cleaner
concentrate.
f Please see the chapter “WASHER FLUID” on
page 259.
Contact your authorized Porsche dealer for more
information.
– The wiper blades may be damaged or worn.
f Replace damaged wiper blades immediately.

138
Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display
Vehicle Settings on the Multi-
Function DisplayDifferent settings can be adjusted in the
multi-function display on the instrument panel
depending on the vehicle equipment.
On vehicles with comfort memory, the settings are
stored on the car key or the person buttons in the
driver’s door.
For information on the comfort memory:
fPlease see the chapter “COMFORT MEMORY”
on page 40.
Selecting settings menu
Setting optionsThe following vehicle functions can be adapted
individually:
–“ Display ”
Adapt the appearance of the multi-function
display, see page 139.
–“ Light/Visibility ”
Adjust the vehicle lighting, wipers and
reversing options, see page 142.
–“ Locking ”
Adjust the locking settings, see page 145.
–“ Air conditioning ”
Adapt the air conditioning, see page 146.
–“ Date/time ”
Set the date and time, see page 147.
–“ Units ”
Set the units of measurement on the
instruments and display, see page 149.
–“ Language”
Set the language of the multi-function display
and the instrument panel, see page 150. –“
Volume ”
Adjust the volume of the warning and
information tones, see page 150.
–“ Steering wheel operation”
Change the MFS button assignment on the
multi-function steering wheel, see page 151.
–“ Reset ”
Reset to factory settings, see page 139.
Selecting setting options or activating
vehicle functionsA symbol positioned in front of a setting option
indicates whether the option is selected or
a vehicle function is activated.
Selecting one of several options
Option is selected.
Option is not selected.
Activating and deactivating functions Function is activated.
Function is deactivated.
1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
and confirm.

Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display
143
Adjusting brightness of orientation lighting
The brightness of the orientation lighting can be
adapted individually.
Setting interior lighting off delay
The off delay for the lighting in the passenger
compartment after closing the vehicle doors can
be adapted individually.Setting wiper operation
You have the option of adjusting the activation
mode of the rain sensor and the rear wiper.
Setting rain sensor activation
Activation of the rain sensor for the windshield
wipers on the windshield in wiper stalk position
1
can be adjusted.
For information on the front wipers:
f Please see the chapter “FRONT WIPER AND
HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM” on page 102. Available setting options:
–“
Automatic ”
The rain sensor is activa ted automatically if the
wiper stalk is in position 1 when the ignition is
switched on.
–“ Manual ”
The rain sensor remains deactivated if the
wiper stalk is in position 1 when the ignition is
switched on.
Setting activation of the rear wiper when
reverse gear is engaged
You can configure the rear wiper to automatically
perform a series of wipes when it is raining when
reverse gear is engaged.1. Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “Interior lights ”
2. “Amb. light ”
and confirm.
3. Adjust to the desired brightness
and confirm.1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “Interior lights ”
2. “Fade-out ”
and confirm.
3. Set desired off delay
and confirm.
1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “Settings ”
> “ Light/Visibility ”
> “ Wiper ”
and confirm.1. Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “Settings ”
> “ Light/Visibility ”
> “ Wiper ”
2. “Rain sensor ”
and confirm.
3. Select desired setting
and confirm.
1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “Wiper ”
2. “Rear wiper ”
and confirm.
3. Select desired setting
and confirm.

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Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display
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.*
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required

Maintenance and Car Care
271
fStart washing the vehicle by thoroughly
wetting the paintwork and rinsing the heavy
dirt off.
f After washing the vehicle, rinse it thoroughly
with water and rub it dry with chamois-leather.
Do not use the same chamois for rubbing
dry as you use for cleaning the windshield
and windows.
Warning!
Risk of accidents! Reduced or uneven
braking action may be caused by wet
brakes.
f After washing the vehicle, test the brakes
and steering and briefly brake the discs dry.
When doing so, make sure that vehicles travelling behind you are not affected. Cleaning in car washes
Optional add-on parts or parts that project beyond
the contours of the vehi
cle may be damaged by
design features of car washes.
The following parts are particularly at risk:
– Windshield wipers and rear wiper (always switch them off – wiper stalk in
position 0 – to prevent them wiping
unintentionally in intermittent or sensor
operation).
– Exterior mirrors (always fold in).
– External antenna (always unscrew).
– Roof transport system (always remove completely).
– Spoiler.
– Wheels (the wider the rim and the lower the tire height, the greater the risk of damage).
f Please consult the operator before using
automatic car washes.
f All parts not reached by a car wash, such
as door and lid seams or door sills, must
be washed and polished by hand.
Paint careIn order to protect the pa int on your vehicle in
the best possible way against mechanical and
chemical damage, you should
– preserve it regularly,
– polish it if necessary,
– remove spots and stains, and
– repair damaged paintwork.
General Notes
f Never rub a dusty vehicle with a dry cloth,
because the grains of dirt will damage
the paintwork.
f Do not treat matt-painted components with
preservatives or polishes as these remove
the matt effect.
Preservation
The paint surface becomes dull over time due
to weathering.
f Preserve paint regularly.
f Apply paint preservative after washing the
vehicle and polish it smooth to preserve
the paintwork.
This keeps the paint shin y and elastic. Dirt is
prevented from adhering to the paint surface and
industrial dust is prevented from penetrating
the paint.

300
Minor Repairs
Fuse box in right side of dashboard
36 Not used
37 Not used
38Front cigarette lighter,
luggage compartment socket 20
39 Seat adjustment, front left
without memory 30
40 RHD, center console sockets,
glove box 20
41 PSM control unit 10
42 Interior light in roof console 7.5
43 Not used
44 Not used
45 Not used
46 Not used
47 Slide/tilt roof 30
48 Windshield wipers 30
49 Engine control unit 5
50 Not used
51 Seat adjustment, front left
with memory 30
52 Seat adjustment, rear left 20
53 Circulating pump 10
54 Rain sensor 5
55 Not used
56 Not used
57 Air-conditioning system fan 40
No.
Designation A
No.Designation A
1 Tire Pressure Monitoring control unit 5
2 Not used
3 Seat heating, front 30
4 Seat heating, rear 30
5 Seat adjustment, rear right 20
6 Not used
7 Not used
8 Seat adjustment, front right
with memory 30
9 RHD, electric parking brake button 5
10 LHD, handset, mobile phone charger
RHD, steering column adjustment 5
15
11 RHD, PDK control unit 25
12 LHD, telephone 5
13 Not used
14 Xenon headlight, right 15
15 Not used
16 RHD, diagnostic socket 5
17 PSM control unit 5
18 LHD, air conditioning, sun sensor
RHD, PDK control unit,
clutch sensor 5
19 Garage door opener 5
20 Air bag control unit 7.5
21 Advanced air bag, occupant sensing 5
22 Steering column switch 5
23 Adaptive cruise control (ACC) 5
24 Seat ventilation, front seats 7.5
25 Seat ventilation, rear seats 7.5
26 Not used
27Front center console socket,
Rear cigarette lighter 20
28 Seat adjustment, front right
without memory 30
29 LHD, rear center console socket,
socket in glove box,
socket in large rear center console 20
30 Not used
31 Coolbox 15
32 Rear Seat Entertainment 7.5
33 Right-hand drive vehicles only:
Turn signal, rear right
Marker light, front left
Low beam headlight, right
High beam headlight, right
Side turn signals, front
Cornering light, front left
Ignition lock
Two-tone horns
PSM
Starter relay
Emergency flasher switch LED
Ignition lock lighting
Turn signal, front left/right
Footwell lights
Ignition lock anti-removal lock
Power steering control valves 30
No.
Designation A

332
Index
Switching on and off .......................................... 170
Automatic (PDK transmission) Rocker switches on the st eering wheel .................. 61
Automatic brake differential (ABD) Functional description . ....................................... 204
Automatic driving light assistant Adaptive light system .. ......................................... 92
Automatic headlight levelling Functional description . ......................................... 94
Automatic speed control (cruise control) Accelerating ........ ...................................... ........ 177
Decelerating........................................... ........... 177
Functional description . ....................................... 176
Interrupting operation.. ....................................... 177
Storing speed.. .................................................. 176
Switching off .................. ................................... 178
Switching on .................. ................................... 176
Automatic transmission...... .......................................... 193
AUX interface, installation position ................................ 192
Auxiliary high-beam headlight Changing bulb ................ ................................... 311
Installing headlights..... ....................................... 309
Removing headlights ....... ................................... 309
BBaby seat
Installing with LATCH sy stem ................................ 56
LATCH restraint system .. ..................................... 56
Prescribed installation direction (depending on
weight of child) ........... ......................................... 53
Battery ........................................ ............................... 191
Care ................... ...................................... ........ 304
Changing in car key .... ....................................... 307
Charge state ... .................................................. 303
Charging ............. ...................................... ........ 307
General information..... ....................................... 303
Jump-lead starting .......... ................................... 306
Location.............. ...................................... ........ 303
Procedure after connectio n ................................ 305
Replacing .................................................. ........ 305
Vehicle electrical system voltage indication .......... 113
Winter driving ..................... ............................... 304
Before driving off .............. .............................................. 4
Belt tensioner Functional description . ......................................... 45 Belts...................
.......................................... ................ 44
Adjusting belt height .......................... ................... 47
Belt tensioner functional description ...................... 45
Care instructions........... ..................................... 276
Fastening ..................... ....................................... 46
Opening ............ ...................................... ............ 46
Warning light on the tach ometer ............................ 45
Bi-Xenon headlight Changing bulb for auxiliary high-beam headlight .... 311
Installing headlights ....... ..................................... 309
Removing headlights ......... ................................. 309
Brake booster ........................ ..................................... 174
Brake fluid Changing .............. ............................................. 259
Warning light on speedometer
............................. 259
Brake pads Breaking in new brake pa ds .................................... 6
Warning message, brakes . ................................. 174
Brake pedal............. .................................................... 173
Brake wear Warning message ............. ................................. 174
Brakes Applying/releasing parkin g brake ........................ 171
Brake pad warning messag e ............................... 174
Brake pedal ...................... ................................. 173
Brake wear warning mess age ............................. 174
Break in new brake pads ........................................ 6
Footbrake.......... ................................................ 172
Test stand ......... ................................................ 253
Break in hints ..................... ............................................. 6
Breaking in Engine ................. ................................................. 6
Engine oil and fuel consumption during break-in
period ...................................... ............................. 6
Hints .................... ................................................. 6
New brake pads and brake discs ............................ 6
New tires .......... .................................................... 6
Brief overview Air conditioning, front co ntrol panel ....................... 68
Air conditioning, rear co ntrol panel ........................ 69
Opening and locking the ve hicle from outside ......... 21
Windshield wipers ............. ................................. 101
Bulbs Changing bulb for auxiliary high-beam headlight .... 311
Changing bulb for licence plate light .................... 313
Changing bulb for side ma rker light ..................... 313 Changing bulb for
side turn signal light................ 312
CCar care
Air bags.............. .............................................. 276
Alcantara ............ .............................................. 276
Alloy wheels .................... .................................. 274
Cleaning the engine comp artment....................... 272
Fabric linings............... ...................................... 276
Headlights, plastic componen ts, adhesive foils .... 274
Laying up your Porsche ..................................... 276
Leather............... .............................................. 275
Paint .................. .............................................. 271
Seals.................. .............................................. 275
Seat belts ....... .................................................. 276
Undercoating ......................................... ........... 273
Use of high-pressure cleaning equipment ............ 270
Washing the vehicle, inst ructions ........................ 270
Wheel bolts ..................... .................................. 293
Windows ............. .............................................. 272
Car key (remote control) Emergency operation of key in ignition lock ......... 166
Locking vehicle door ....... .................................... 24
Unlocking vehicle door . ........................................ 23
Car Telephone ...................... ...................................... 190
Care instructions Air bags.............. .............................................. 276
Alcantara ............ .............................................. 276
Alloy wheels .................... .................................. 274
Car washing .................... .................................. 270
Carpet ................ .............................................. 275
Cleaning the engine comp artment....................... 272
Fabric linings............... ...................................... 276
Headlights, plastic componen ts, adhesive foils .... 274
Laying up your Porsche ..................................... 276
Leather............... .............................................. 275
Mats................... .............................................. 275
Paint .................. .............................................. 271
Radar sensor ......................................... ...........
274
Reversing camera ........... .................................. 274
Seals.................. .............................................. 275
Seat belts ....... .................................................. 276
Ultrasound sensors, Park Assist .......................... 274
Undercoating ......................................... ........... 273
Use of high-pressure cleaning equipment ............ 270