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1, 2, 3 - Programmable buttons
A- Light-emitting diode for status identificationHomeLinkThe programmable HomeLink replaces up to three 
original hand-held transmitters used to operate 
various devices (e.g. garage door, gate to the 
property, alarm system).
You can program buttons 1 to 3 with a frequency 
of an original handheld transmitter.
 Warning!
Risk of accident when using the HomeLink if 
persons, animals or objects are within the 
range of movement of the equipment that is 
being operated.
fWhen using the HomeLink, ensure that no 
persons, animals or objects are within the 
range of movement of the equipment that is 
being operated.
fObserve the safety notes for the original hand-held transmitter.
Preconditions for operating and 
programming the HomeLink:
– The battery in the original hand-held trans-
mitter must be new.
– Ignition is switched on.
– Daytime driving lights are switched off.
To operate the respective device:
fPress the appropriate button (1, 2 or 3).
Light-emitting diode A lights up during signal 
transfer.Note on operation
fAlways use the HomeLink opener in the 
direction of travel.
Otherwise, range restrictions cannot be ruled 
out.
fBefore selling the vehicle, delete the 
programmed signals of the HomeLink. 
fPlease read the instructions for the original 
hand-held transmitter to find out whether the 
original transmitter is equipped with fixed or 
changeable code.
fAlways fit new batteries in your hand-held trans-
mitter before programming the transmitter.
Allocating signals to the buttonsfPlease follow the operating instructions for the 
original hand-held transmitter.
Clearing factory settings prior to program-
ming the HomeLink for the first time
The following process deletes the standard codes 
set at the factory. Do not repeat the process if you 
program further buttons.
fKeep the two outer buttons 1 and 3 
depressed for approx. 20 seconds until light-
emitting diode A begins to flash quickly.
All programmed signals of buttons 1 to 3 are 
deleted. 

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Setting temperaturefPress button F upwards or downwards 
respectively.
To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature 
can be adjusted between 61 °F and 85 °F/16 °C 
and 29.5 °C. 
Recommendation: 72 °F/22 °C.
If “LO” or “HI” appears on the display, the system 
is operating at maximum cooling or heating pow-
er.
Automatic control is no longer active.
Note
If the preselected temperature is changed, the 
blower speed can increase automatically in auto-
matic mode.
The desired temperature is reached more quickly 
this way.
Sensors
To avoid affecting the performance of the air-con-
ditioning system:
fDo not cover the sun sensor on the instrument 
panel or the temperature sensor C.fPress button A (switch on or off).
The windshield is defogged or defrosted as 
quickly as possible.
Air flows to the windshield only.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
AC OFF – switching compressor for air-
conditioning system on and offThe air-conditioning compressor switches off 
automatically at temperatures below approx. 
37 °F/3 °C and cannot be switched on, even 
manually.
Whenever outside temperatures exceed approx. 
37 °F/3 °C, the air-conditioning compressor is 
always switched on in automatic mode.
The compressor can be switched off to save fuel, 
but control comfort is then limited:
fPress AC OFF button D.
The compressor is switched off.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
fIf the interior temperature is too high, switch 
compressor back on or press AUTO button.
To dry incoming air in damp weather, do not 
switch off the air-conditioning compressor. 
This prevents fogging of windows.fPress button K upwards or downwards respec-
tively.
The preset blower speed is increased or 
decreased.
The speed stages are indicated by a bar display.
If the button is pressed downwards at the lowest 
blower stage, the blower and automatic control 
are switched off. “OFF” will appear on the display 
field.
Pressing the button upwards or pressing the 
AUTO button switches the blower and automatic 
control back on again.
 Warning!
Risk of accident due to impaired vision, 
resulting in serious personal injury or death. 
In recirculating-air setting, the windows may 
fog up.
fOnly select recirculating-air setting for short 
periods.
fIf the windows fog up, switch recirculating-air 
setting off immediately by pressing the 
circulating-air button again and select the “Defrost windshield” function.
Defrosting the windshield
Adjusting blower speed
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Instrument Panel USA Models Also refer to the corresponding chapters in 
the Owner’s Manual.
1. Engine oil temperature gage 
2. Speedometer with analogue display
3. Tire pressure warning light
4. Turn signal indicator light, left
5. Tachometer
6. High beam indicator light
7. Turn signal indicator light, right
8. ABS warning light
9. Cooling system
Temperature gage, warning light
10.Fuel
Level gage, warning light
11.Engine oil pressure gage
12.Adjustment button for instrument illumination 
and trip counter
13.Odometer and daily trip mileage display
14.Automatic speed control indicator light15.Light sensor for instrument illumination
16.Airbag warning light
17.Check Engine warning light 
(Emission control warning light)
18.Central warning light
19.On-board computer display
20.Porsche Stability Management
PSM Multifunctional light
21.Brake warning light
22.Safety belt warning light
23.PDK transmission, gear display
24.PDK transmission, selector lever position
25.Clock and outside temperature display
26.Adjustment button for clockWhen the ignition is switched on, the warning 
lights light up for a lamp check. 
Note
Warnings that have been given are stored in the 
appropriate control unit memory and can be read 
out at an authorized Porsche dealer. 
This information can help to warn you about situa-
tions which may be hazardous to you or your car.  

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Instrument Panel Canada Models Also refer to the corresponding chapters in 
the Owner’s Manual.
1. Engine oil temperature gage 
2. Speedometer with analogue display
3. Tire pressure warning light
4. Turn signal indicator light, left
5. Tachometer
6. High beam indicator light
7. Turn signal indicator light, right
8. ABS warning light
9. Cooling system
Temperature gage, warning light
10.Fuel
Level gage, warning light
11.Engine oil pressure gage
12.Adjustment button for instrument illumination 
and trip counter
13.Odometer and daily trip mileage display
14.Automatic speed control indicator light15.Light sensor for instrument illumination
16.Airbag warning light
17.Check Engine warning light 
(Emission control warning light)
18.Central warning light
19.On-board computer display
20.Porsche Stability Management
PSM Multifunctional light
21.Brake warning light
22.Safety belt warning light
23.PDK transmission, gear display
24.PDK transmission, selector lever position
25.Clock and outside temperature display
26.Adjustment button for clockWhen the ignition is switched on, the warning 
lights light up for a lamp check. 
Note
Warnings that have been given are stored in the 
appropriate control unit memory and can be read 
out at an authorized Porsche dealer. 
This information can help to warn you about situa-
tions which may be hazardous to you or your car.  

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Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)Indicator for PDK selector lever position 
and engaged gearWhen the engine is running, the selector lever 
position and the engaged forward gear are 
indicated in gates D or M.
Warning messagesIf the selector lever is between two positions
–Effects:
The corresponding selector lever position 
flashes on the instrument cluster and the 
warning “Selector lever not engaged” appears 
on the on-board computer.
Remedy:
Operate the footbrake and engage the 
selector lever properly.
If there is a fault in the transmission
– Depending on priority, the warning “Transmis-
sion emergency run” in white or red lettering or 
the warning “Transmission temperature too 
high” is displayed on the on-board computer.
Warning “Transmission emergency run” white
fEffects: 
Restricted gearshift comfort,
Failure of reverse gear.
Remedy:
Have the fault repaired immediately at an 
authorized Porsche dealer.Warning “Transmission emergency run” red
– Effect: 
Vehicle can be driven only until it comes to a 
stop. 
Remedy:
It is not possible to continue driving. Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a suitable place. Have 
the vehicle towed to an authorized Porsche 
dealer.
Warning “Transmission temperature too high”
–Effects:
“Warning jerks” can be felt when driving off and 
the engine power may be restricted.
Remedies:
Do not hold the vehicle with the accelerator on 
a hill, for example. Hold the vehicle with the 
brake. Reduce engine load. If possible, stop 
the vehicle in a suitable place. Allow the engine 
to run in selector lever position P or N until the 
warning disappears.
fPlease see the chapter “REDUCED DRIVING 
PROGRAM” on Page 176.
fPlease see the chapter “PORSCHE DOPPEL-
KUPPLUNG (PDK)” on Page 170. 

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TPM
Tire Pressure MonitoringfPlease see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURES FOR 
COLD TIRES (68 °F / 20 °C)” on Page 289.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring continuously 
monitors tire pressure and tire temperature on all 
four wheels and warns the driver when the tire 
pressure is too low. 
The display as well as the settings for the Tire 
Pressure Monitoring take place on the on-board 
computer. 
However, you must still adjust the tire pressure on 
the wheel.fThe driver is responsible for filling the tires 
correctly and making the correct settings on 
the on-board computer.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring offers the following 
functions:
– Display of the actual tire pressure while the 
vehicle is in motion.
– Display of the deviation from the required 
pressure (refilling pressure).
– Display of currently set tire size and type.
– Tire pressure warnings in two stages.
 Warning!
fDespite the advantages offered by the Tire 
Pressure Monitoring, it is still the driver’s re-
sponsibility to update the corresponding set-
tings in the on-board computer and maintain 
the pressure in the tires. 
Low tire pressure reduces the road safety of 
the vehicle and destroys the tire and wheel.
fWhen a flat tire has been displayed, immedi-
ately stop in a suitable place and check the 
tires for damage. If necessary, remedy the 
damage with a tire sealant.
fDo not by any means continue to drive with 
damaged tires.
fSealing the tire with tire sealant is only an 
emergency repair, so you can drive to the next 
authorized Porsche dealer. The maximum per-
mitted speed is 50 mph (80 km/h).fDo not drive with tires whose tire pressure 
drops again in a short period of time. In cases 
of doubt, have tires checked by an authorized 
Porsche dealer.
fDamaged tires must be immediately replaced 
by an authorized Porsche dealer.
Tire repairs are not permissible under any 
circumstances.
fIf a fault occurs in the Tire Pressure Monitoring 
(e.g. defective wheel transmitter), contact an 
authorized Porsche dealer immediately and 
have the damage repaired. 
The tire pressure will not be monitored at all or 
will be monitored only partially by defective 
Tire Pressure Monitoring.
fTires lose air over time without a tire defect 
being present. A tire pressure warning will then 
appear in the on-board computer display.
Correct the tire pressure at the next oppor-
tunity.
fThe Tire Pressure Monitoring gives a warning 
about tire damage due to natural pressure loss 
as well as about a gradual loss of pressure due 
to foreign objects.
The Tire Pressure Mnitoring cannot warn you 
about tire damage that occurs suddenly (e.g. 
flat tire due to abrupt external effects).  

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Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings The tire selection has only been successfully 
completed when the message “Process 
complete” is displayed by the on-board computer. 
fSelect arrow (Back) and push the operating 
lever forward. The display returns to the tire 
pressure menu. 
The on-board computer additionally displays 
the message “System learning”.Note
The message “Process aborted” appears if the 
setting process is interrupted. All entries made up 
to this point are lost, and the original settings 
remain in effect.
Only if the message “Process complete” appears 
after the settings have been made will the Tire 
Pressure Monitoring re-learn the wheels.
fPlease see the chapter “SYSTEM LEARNING” 
on Page 150.
Before fitting tires with sizes which are not stored 
in the on-board computer, the missing information 
should be supplemented in the on-board 
computer.
fPlease consult your authorized Porsche 
dealer.
fUse only tires approved by Porsche.
The available items in the tire pressure menu 
depend on the tires on your vehicle. For this 
reason it is possible that some of the items shown 
here are not available on your on-board 
computer’s display.
fMake sure that tire pressures correspond to 
the on-board computer settings. Correct the 
tire pressure if necessary.
fPlease see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURES FOR 
COLD TIRES (68 °F / 20 °C)” on Page 289.Load
fPush operating lever forward in order to switch 
on the selection field.
fSelect “TPM” with the operating lever.
fPush operating lever forward. 
The display changes to the tire pressure menu.
fSelect “Load” with the operating lever. 

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fSelect partial load or full load and push the 
operating lever forward.
fPlease see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURES FOR 
COLD TIRES (68 °F / 20 °C)” on Page 289.
fMake sure that the tire pressures correspond 
to the on-board computer settings. Correct the 
tire pressures if necessary.Tire pressure warnings
The tire pressure warning light on the instrument 
panel and a corresponding message on the on-
board computer warn about loss of pressure in 
two stages, depending on the amount of pressure 
loss.
Driving with insufficient tire pressure reduces the 
road safety of the vehicle and destroys the tire and 
wheel.
Stage 1 – Add air 
The pressure in the tire is too low by 4 to 7 psi (0.3 
to 0.5 bar).
fThe tire pressure warning contains the 
affected tire with the tire pressure to be added. 
Correct the tire pressure at the next 
opportunity. This tire pressure warning appears
– for approx. 10 seconds with vehicle stopped 
when switching off the ignition or
– again when switching on the ignition.
With ignition on, the warning can be deactivated.
The tire pressure warning light in the instrument 
panel goes out only when the tire pressure has 
been corrected.