2009 PORSCHE PANAMERA adding oil

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Contents
Check Engine (Emission
Control) .................. 114
Acoustic Signals ......... ................................ 114
Operating the Multi-Function Display in the
Instrument Panel ......... ................................ 115
Vehicle Settings on the Multi-Function
Display........................................... ............ 138
Overview of Warning Messages.................... 152
Driving and Driving Safety ................ 163Ignition Lock, Steering Lock ........................ 164
Starting and Stopping the Engine ................. 167
Auto Start Stop Functi on ............................. 169
Electric Parking Brak e ................................. 171
Brakes .............. ......................... ................ 172
Cruise Control ................................ ............ 176
Adaptive Cruise Contr ol ............................... 178
Car Audio Operation/Ti ps ............................ 189
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) ............................ ............................ 191
iPod
®, USB and AUX ....... ............................ 192
Voice Control.............. ................................ 192
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) .................... 193
Selector-Lever Positions .................. ............ 195
Porsche Traction Management (PTM) ........... 202
Porsche Stability Management (PSM)............ 202
ABS Brake System (Anti-Lock Brake
System) ......................... ............................ 207
Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM)....................................................... 208
Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM) with Air Suspension and Level
Control ............. ......................... ................ 209
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) .... 211
“Sport” and “Sport Plus ” Mode .................... 212 Sports Exhaust System
............................... 214
Retractable Rear Spoi ler .............................. 214
Storage, Luggage Compartment
and Roof Transport System .............. 217Storage........................ .............................. 218
Drinks Holder/Cuphold er ............................. 221
Front Ashtray ................ .............................. 224
Rear Ashtray...................................... ......... 224
Cigarette Lighter....... .................................. 225
Refrigerated box in the re ar of the vehicle..... 226
Folding Rear Seats Forward and Returning
to Upright Position ......................... ............. 226
Luggage Compartment. ............................... 227
Stowing Loads .............. .............................. 228
Luggage Compartment Cover ...................... 229
Fixed Luggage Compartm ent Cover ............. 231
Ski Bag ........................ .............................. 231
Roof Transport System ............................... 232
Loading Information .. .................................. 236Parking .................... ....................... 238ParkAssist ......................................... ......... 239
Rearview Camera ...... .................................. 241
Swivelling Down Mirror Glass as
Parking Aid ............... .................................. 242
Garage Door Opener . .................................. 243Alarm System and Theft
Protection ....................................... 246Alarm System and Passenger
Compartment Monitori ng ............................. 247
Immobilizer............... .................................. 250 Locking the Steering Column .......................250
Theft Protection ..........
................................250
Maintenance and Car Care ............... 251Exercise Extreme Caution when Working
on your vehicle ....... ....................................252
Engine Oil ........................................ ...........254
Checking Engine-Oil Le vel ............................254
Topping Up Engine Oi l ................................ 255
Checking Coolant Level and Adding
Coolant ........................... ...........................257
Brake Fluid ................. ................................258
Washer Fluid .............. ................................259
Power Steering .......... ................................260
Changing Air Cleaner ...................................261
Changing Particle Filt er ................................261
Wiper Blades .............. ................................261
Emission Control Syst em .............................262
How Emission Control Works .......................263
Fuel Economy ............. ................................264
Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ....264
Fuel ............................................ ...............265
Fuel Can ..................... ................................267
Fuel Recommendations ................................268
Fuel Evaporation Control .................. ...........269
Car Care Instructions ...................................269Minor Repairs .................................. 277Exercise Extreme Caution when Working
on your Vehicle ....... ....................................278
Tires and Wheels......... ................................280
Wheel Bolts ............... ................................293
Flat Tire...................... ................................293
Electrical System ........ ................................296

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Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display
A – TachometerThe start of the red zone on the tachometer or
rev-counter scale is a visual warning of the
maximum permissible engine speed.
If the red zone is reached during acceleration, fuel
feed is interrupted in order to protect the engine.B – SpeedometerThe analogue display B is located on the left next
to the tachometer in the instrument panel.C – Multi-Function DisplayFor information on the multi-function display:
f Please see the chapter “OPERATING THE
MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY IN THE
INSTRUMENT PANEL” on page 115.
D – Engine Oil Temperature GaugeA warning message will appear on the multi-
function display in the instrument panel if the
engine oil temperature is too high.
f Reduce engine speed and engine load
immediately if the red zone is reached.
For information on warning messages on the
multi-function display:
f Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on page 152.E – Coolant Temperature GaugeIf the cooling system is in any way faulty, consult
a qualified specialist workshop. We recommend
that you have an authorized Porsche dealer to do
this work, as they have the trained workshop
personnel and the necessa ry parts and tools for
this type of work.
Pointer in the lower area – engine cold
f Avoid high engine speeds and heavy
engine loading.
Pointer in the middle – normal operating
temperature
Pointer may move up to the red area when engine
is heavily loaded and outside temperature is high.
Coolant temperature warningThe temperature gauge warning light will
illuminate if the coolant temperature is too high.
The warning message “Engine temperature too
high” will also appear on the multi-function display
in the instrument panel.
f Switch off engine and allow to cool.
f Check radiators and air guides in front end of
vehicle for obstructions.
f Check the coolant level.
Top up with coolant if necessary.
f Have the fault corrected.
f Please see the chapte r “CHECKING COOLANT
LEVEL AND ADDING COOLANT” on page 257.
f Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on page 152.
Note on operation
To prevent excessive temperatures, the cooling
air ducts must not be obstructed by covering
them (e.g. with film, “stone guards”, etc.).

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Coolant level warningThe temperature gauge warning light flashes if the
coolant level is too low.
The warning message “Check coolant level” also
appears on the multi-function display in the
instrument panel
f Switch off engine and allow to cool.
f Add coolant.
If the coolant level is too low, warning indicators
may light up if the vehicle tilts at an extreme angle
(e.g. steep slopes) or generates high lateral
acceleration while travelling round long bends
(e.g. driving in circles). If the warnings do not
disappear once the vehicle has assumed “normal”
operating state, check the coolant level.
f Please see the chapter “CHECKING COOLANT
LEVEL AND ADDING COOLANT” on page 257.
f Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on page 152.
Caution!
Risk of engine damage.
f Do not continue driving if the warning persists
even when the engine coolant level is correct.
fHave the fault corrected.
F – Engine Oil Pressure GaugeThe oil pressure is controlled according to
requirements and should be at least 29 psi
(2.0 bar) at an engine speed of 3,000 rpm and
at least 44 psi (3.0 bar) at an engine speed of
5,000 rpm.
The engine oil pressure varies depending on the
engine speed, oil temperature and engine load.
If oil pressure drops abruptly and a message
is displayed on the multi-function display
when the engine is running or while driving:
f Stop immediately in a suitable place.
f Switch off the engine.
f Check whether there is an obvious oil leak on
or under the car.
f Select “Oil level ” on the multi-function display.
f Please see the chapter “OIL LEVEL DISPLAY
AND MEASUREMENT OF THE ENGINE OIL
LEVEL” on page 121.
f Add engine oil if necessary.
Caution!
Risk of engine damage.
f Do not continue driving if there is an obvious
oil leak.
f Do not continue driving if the warning message
appears even when the oil level is correct.
f Have the fault corrected.
Please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
We recommend that you have an authorized
Porsche dealer to do this work as they have
trained workshop personnel and the necessary parts and tools.
G – Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge displays the contents of the tank
when the ignition is on.
For information on fuel qu ality and refill capacities:
f Please see the chapter “FILLING CAPACITIES”
on page 329.
For information on fuel and refuelling:
f Please see the chapter “FUEL” on page 265.
If the vehicle’s inclination changes (e.g. uphill/
downhill driving), minor deviations in the gauge
may occur.

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Maintenance and Car Care
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working
on your vehicle........
................................... 252
Engine Oil ............... ................................... 254
Checking Engine-Oil Le vel ........................... 254
Topping Up Engine Oil . .............................. 255
Checking Coolant Level and Adding
Coolant ........................................... .......... 257
Brake Fluid .................. .............................. 258
Washer Fluid .......... ................................... 259
Power Steering ...... ................................... 260
Changing Air Cleaner .................................. 261
Changing Particle Filt er ............................... 261
Wiper Blades ............... .............................. 261
Emission Control Syst em ............................ 262
How Emission Control Works ...................... 263
Fuel Economy .............. .............................. 264
Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ... 264
Fuel............................. .............................. 265
Fuel Can ...................... .............................. 267
Fuel Recommendation s............................... 268
Fuel Evaporation Contr ol ............................ 269
Car Care Instructions .................................. 269

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Maintenance and Car Care
The warning light on the instrument panel and
the warning message on the multi-function display
alert you to the fact that the washer fluid level
is too low.
f
Add washer fluid at the next opportunity.
In this case, the remaining quantity is only approx.
1 litre. The maximum filling capacity is approx.
5.8USquarts (5.5liters).
Adding washer fluid
1. Open cap on washer fluid reservoir.
2. Add washer fluid.
3. Close cap carefully.
Power Steering
Warning!
Risk of accidents. When the engine is
stationary (e.g. when on tow) or the hydraulic
system fails, there is no power steering
assistance available.
Therefore, substantially more force will have
to be exerted to steer the vehicle.
f Exercise extreme care when your vehicle is
being towed.
f Have the fault corrected. Please contact a
qualified specialist workshop. We recommend
that you have an authorized Porsche dealer to
do this work as they have trained workshop personnel and the necessary parts and tools.
Regular checking of hydraulic fluid is part of
servicing.
The flow noise heard at full steering lock is design-
related and does not indicate a defect in the
steering system. Vehicles with Porsche Dynamic Chassis
Control (PDCC)
If the fluid level is too
low, the message “Check
steering oil level” will appe ar on the multi-function
display.
f Have the fluid level checked immediately.
f Please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
We recommend that you have an authorized
Porsche dealer to do this work as they have
trained workshop personnel and the necessary
parts and tools.
Warning light and warning
message

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Index
LLATCH system .............................................................. 56
Fastening ....................... ..................................... 56
Installing a child seat ... ......................................... 56
Prescribed installation dire ction of child seat.......... 53
Launch Control .................. .......................................... 196
Leather, care instructions .................................... ........ 275
Level control Overview ............. ...................................... ........ 209
Warning message on the mult i-function display ..... 210
Light Headlight flasher......... ......................................... 96
Switching on Welcome Home function ................... 95
Switching on when entering the vehicle.................. 95
Light switch AUTO function ................ ..................................... 92
Overview ............. ...................................... .......... 92
Switching on AUTO positi on .................................. 92
Lights Care instructions ........ ....................................... 274
Replacing Bulbs .............. ................................... 308
Switching front reading lig ht on/off ....................... 98
Switching front reading light s on/off automatically.. 99
Switching on when entering the vehicle.................. 95
Switching on when leaving the vehicle ................... 95
Load Disengaging luggage comp artment cover ............ 231
General information on lo ading............................ 228
Loading and securing ski bag ............................. 231
Position of tie-down ri ngs ................................... 227
Removing/installing retractable luggage
compartment cover ........ ................................... 229
Retractable luggage compartment cover,
pulling out/retracting .. ....................................... 229
Loading Disengaging luggage comp artment cover ............ 231
General information..... ....................................... 228
Loading and securing ski bag ............................. 231
Position of tie-down ri ngs ................................... 227
Removing/installing retractable luggage
compartment cover ........ ................................... 229
Retractable luggage compartment cover,
pulling out/retracting .. ....................................... 229
Loading information ........... .......................................... 236 Loadspace
Open
ing and closing the floor................ .............. 227
Overview .............. ............................................. 227
Position of tie-down ring s .................................... 227
Lock, child lock
Enabling/disabling opening rear doors from
inside ................ ...................................... ............ 32
Enabling/disabling power windows switches in
the rear doors .............. ....................................... 88
Switching rear control pa nel on/off........................ 80
Locking Emergency operation in th e event of a fault............ 35
Locking the tailgate ....... ....................................... 26
Locking vehicle door from inside ........................... 31
Locking vehicle door with car key
(remote control) ............ ....................................... 24
Locking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive .... 24
Persons/animals remaining in the vehicle ............... 24
Tailgate ............. ...................................... ............ 26
Vehicle door with car key (remote control) ............. 24
Vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless) ... 24
Low beam Installing headlights ....... ..................................... 309
Removing headlights ......... ................................. 309
Switching on/off ........... ....................................... 92
Luggage General information on lo ading ............................ 228
Loading and securing ski bag ............................. 231
Position of tie-down ring s .................................... 227
Retractable luggage compartment cover,
pulling out/retracting ..... ..................................... 229
Luggage compartment Closing the tailgate ....... ....................................... 26
Opening and closing the floor................ .............. 227
Opening the tailgate ...... ....................................... 25
Overview .............. ............................................. 227
Position of tie-down ring s .................................... 227
Luggage compartment cover Disengaging ...... ................................................ 231MMaintenance work
Adding washer fluid ....... ..................................... 259
Changing air cleaner ..... ..................................... 261
Changing particle filter ....................................... 261 Checking engine-oil leve
l .................................... 254
Checking the coolant level and adding coolant ..... 257
Notes on maintenance ..... .................................. 252
Topping up engine oil .. ...................................... 255
Malfunctions
Emergency operation of ignition key in ignition
lock.................... .............................................. 166
Emergency operation of slid e/tilt roof ................... 89
Emergency operation of ta ilgate ........................... 35
Emergency unlocking of the filler flap.................. 267
Overview of warning me ssages .......................... 152
ParkAssist .......... .............................................. 241
Power windows ................... ................................ 88
Powerlift tailgate ......... ........................................ 30
When opening and closin g.................................... 35
Memory ................... .................................................... 40
Retrieving seat settings ....................................... 41
Retrieving vehicle settin gs.................................... 41
Storing seat settings ... ........................................ 41
Storing vehicle settings ........................................ 41
Memory buttons..... .......................................... ............. 41
Minor repairs In the event of a flat ti re ..................................... 293
Storage location of warnin g triangle.................... 279
Mirrors Adjusting exterior mirror s..................................... 58
Adjusting exterior mirrors as parking aid ............... 60
Folding in exterior mirr ors .................................... 59
Folding out exterior mirr ors .................................. 59
Storing exterior mirror sett ings (memory).............. 59
Switching automatic anti-dazzle function on
and off ............... ................................................ 60
Vanity mirror ................... .................................... 64
MONO button Air-conditioning system ........................................ 74
Motion sensor (int er
ior surveillance)
Switching off with bu tton in door handle
(Porsche Entry & Drive) ...................................... 248
Switching off with car ke y .................................. 247
Multi-function display Activating functions, opening menus and
viewing options ............... .................................. 117
Browsing through long li sts ................................ 117
Checking oil level ........ ...................................... 121
Display areas .................. .................................. 116
Menu overview .................... .............................. 117

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Index
Performance tests on roller-type test stands................. 253
Performance, Technical data ........................................ 324
Person buttons (memory) ... ............................................ 41
Petrol Fuel can .......... .................................................. 267
Fuel gauge ..................... ................................... 111
Fuel reserve warning .......................................... 112
Octane rating ................. ................................... 265
Portable fuel containers ......................................... 3
Quality ................ ...................................... ........ 265
Refuelling ....................... ................................... 265
Tank capacity ................. ................................... 329
Plastic components, care in structions ........................... 274
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) Air suspension and level control .......................... 209
Functional description . ....................................... 208
Overview ............. ...................................... ........ 201
Warning message on the mult i-function display ..... 208
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) General information..... ........................................... 3
Porsche Communication Manage ment (PCM) ................. 191
Porsche Doppelkupplung (P DK) .................................... 193
Driving in winter .......... ....................................... 199
Faults ....................................................... ........ 194
Kickdown ............ ...................................... ........ 197
Launch Control ............... ................................... 196
Reduced driving program ................................... 199
Selector-lever position. ....................................... 193
Shifting gears on the stee ring wheel.................... 196
Sport mode ......... ...................................... ........ 195
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) Functional description . ....................................... 211
Overview ............. ...................................... ........ 201
Warning message on the mult i-function display ..... 211
Porsche Entry & Drive
Inclination sensor ........ .......................................
249
Interior surveillance ..... ....................................... 249
Locking the vehicle ..... ......................................... 24
Unlocking the vehicle .. ......................................... 23
Porsche Stability Management (PSM) Functional description . ....................................... 202
Multi-function light in th e tachometer ................... 205
Overview ............. ...................................... ........ 201
Switching off .................. ................................... 204
Switching on .................. ................................... 205Porsche Traction Management (PTM)
Functional description.... ..................................... 202
Power steering Checking and adding hydrau lic fluid ..................... 260
Power windows
Adjusting after connecting battery ......................... 88
Malfunctions ................. ....................................... 88
Opening/closing windows wi th rocker switch .......... 86
Overview of driver’s door control panel .................. 86
Overview of passenger’s d oor control panel ........... 86
Powerlift tailgate Closing.............. ...................................... ............ 28
Opening ............ ...................................... ............ 27
Safety notes .. ...................................... ................ 27
Pressure Tires (bar/psi) ............... ..................................... 326
Protection against towi ng (inclination sensor)
Switching off with Porsche Entry & Drive .............. 248
Switching off with remote control ........................ 247
PSM (Porsche Stab ility Management)
Functional description.... ..................................... 202
Multi-function light in th e tachometer.................... 205
Overview .............. ............................................. 201
Switching off .................... ................................. 204
Switching on ...... ................................................ 205
Warning light on the multi-f unction display ............ 305
PTM (Porsche Traction Management) Functional description.... ..................................... 202
Pulling out/parking Func
tional description, Pa rkAssist ....................... 239
Sensors for ParkAssist .. ..................................... 239
Push-starting ....... ........................................................ 321RRadar sensor for adaptive cruise control ...... ................. 274
Radiator fan Installation position........ ..................................... 258
Safety notes .. .................................................... 258
Radio Tips ..................... ............................................. 189
Radio remote control ......................................... ............ 19
Rain sensor Adjusting ........................................................... 103
Switching on ...... ................................................ 102 Reading lights, front
Switching on/off .............. .................................... 98
Switching on/off automatica lly.............................. 99
Rear fog light Switching on ................... .................................... 92
Rear roll-up blind ............... ............................................ 66
Rear seats............. .......................................... ............. 38
Folding forward ............... .................................. 226
Rear spoiler, operating prin ciple ................................... 214
Rear window Optical distortion ......... ........................................ 84
Rear window wiper Switching on intermittent operation ..................... 104
Window wiping ................ .................................. 104
Rear-axle load ........ .......................................... ........... 236
Rearview camera .................. ...................................... 241
Reduced driving program, PDK ..................... ............... 199
Refrigerated box in the rear of the vehicle, opening ....... 226
Refuelling .............. .......................................... ........... 267
Relays Replacing ....................... .................................. 296
Remote control ................. ............................................ 19
Changing battery ............. .................................. 307
Locking vehicle door ....... .................................... 24
Unlocking vehicle door . ........................................ 23
Removing/installing luggage compartment cover .......... 229
Replacement keys................. ........................................ 19
REST button Air-conditioning system ........................................

71
Restraint systems for children Installing with LATCH sy stem ................................ 56
LATCH restraint system ... .................................... 56
Prescribed installation direction (depending on
age of child)................ ........................................ 53
Retractable rear spoiler Extending and retracting .................................... 215
Operating principle ...... ...................................... 214
Roll stabilisation Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) ........... 211
Roll-up blind ...................... ............................................ 65
Roll-up sunblind For rear window, lowe red automatically when
reversing ................................ ............................ 66
Raising/lowering for rear side windows ................. 65
Raising/lowering for rear window .......................... 66
Roof load .............. .......................................... ........... 328

Index
341
Vehicle settingsAdapting multi-function display ............................ 139
Adjusting on multi-function display ....................... 138
Adjusting volume of warning and information
tones ....................................................... ......... 150
Air-conditioning settings ..................................... 146
Changing button assign ment on multi-function
steering wheel ............... .................................... 151
Changing the language ... .................................... 150
Light and vision settings ..................................... 142
Locking settings ............ .................................... 145
Resetting to factory sett ings ............................... 139
Selecting settings menu ..................................... 138
Setting date and time . ........................................ 147
Setting units .................. .................................... 149
Storing on person buttons .................. .................. 40
Storing on the key ......... ...................................... 40
Vents Adjusting ....................... ...................................... 82
Opening/closing ............ ...................................... 82
Viscosity, engine oil ...... ...................................... ......... 256
Voice control ........ .......................................... ............. 192WWarning messages on multi-function display
Overview ............ ...................................... ......... 152
Warning triangle (storage location) ............ .................... 279
Washer fluid Antifreeze................................................. ......... 260
Filling capacity ............... .................................... 329
Topping up ......... ...................................... ......... 259
Washing the vehicle, instructions .............. .................... 270
Weights Definitions ..................... .................................... 236
Weights, Technical data ... ............................................ 328
Welcome Home function Switching on.................. ...................................... 95
Wheel alignment ... .......................................... ............. 285
Wheel change ..................... ........................................ 287
Wheels Adjusting ....................... .................................... 285
Changing............ ...................................... ......... 292
Fixing a flat tire .......... ........................................ 293
General information ........ .................................... 280
Inscription on alloy whee ls .................................. 289 Inscription on radial ti
re ......................................288
Overview ............. ..............................................325
Replacing tires (general in formation) ....................285
Rim offset........ ..................................................325
Security wheel bolt (wrenc h socket) .....................293
Size .................... ..............................................325
Snow chains (general info rmation) .......................288
Storage ............... ..............................................286
Tire pressure plate ....... ......................................323
Tire pressure, data (psi /bar) ...............................326
Tire sealant ................. ......................................293
Tracks................. ..............................................330
Wheel balancing ............... ..................................285
Wheel bolts (care instruct ions)
.............................293
Winter tires (general information) .......... ...............287
Windows Adjusting after connecting battery .........................88
Care instructions .......... ......................................272
Opening/closing with rocker switch ...... .................86
Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ...... ......................................259
Antifreeze ........ ..................................................259
Filling capacity ............. ......................................329
Windshield wiper/washer stal k ......................................102
Rain sensor adjustment ......................................103
Rear window wiping .......... ..................................104
Switching on intermittent operation of rear
window wiper ................... ..................................104
Switching on rain sensor .....................................102
Windshield wiping plus wa sher system .................102
Windshield, fast wiping ..... ..................................102
Windshield, slow wiping ......................................102
Wiping windshield once (one -touch operation) .......102
Windshield wipers Brief overview .................. ..................................101
Care instructions .......... ......................................273
Rain sensor adjustment ......................................103
Rear window wiping .......... ..................................104
Stalk ................... ..............................................102
Switching on intermittent operation of rear
window wiper ................... ..................................104
Switching on rain sensor .....................................102
Windshield wiping plus wa sher system .................102
Windshield, fast wiping ..... ..................................102
Windshield, slow wiping ......................................102
Wiping windshield once (one -touch operation) .......102 Winter driving....
.............................................. ............ 304
Winter tires General information ........ ................................... 287
Storage ............. ............................................... 286
Wiper blades
Care instructions ............ ................................... 273
Wrench socket for security wheel bolt Storage
................................. ........................... 279
Using................. ............................................... 293XXenon headlights
Changing bulb for auxiliar y high-beam headlight ... 311
Installing headlights ........ ................................... 309
Removing headlights....... ................................... 309