2010 PORSCHE 911 GT3 check engine light

Warnings
149
Lights on Low beam/side marker lamps on
Parking light on Left/right parking light on
Check left/right dipped beam (low
beam)
also applies to:
high beam, side indicator light,
reversing lightThe reported light is faulty. Check bulb.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Daytime
driving lights offDaytime running lights switch off when the engine is shut off. Switch on lights if necessary.
Dynamic
cornering light
failureDynamic cornering light faulty.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Headlight beam
adjustment faultyHave the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Front lid not closed Close luggage compartment lid properly.
Rear lid not closed Close engine compartment lid properly.
Rain sensor faulty Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Refill washer fluid
LIMIT
Cannot be accepted
with vehicle stoppedThe current speed can only be accepted for the acoustic warning signal when the vehicle is in motion.
LIMIT
30Selected speed limit (e.g. 30 mph) for the acoustic warning signal has been exceeded.
Adjust your speed if necessary.
Instrument
panelOn-board
computerText display on on-board
computerMeaning/measure
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Warnings
Fuel gauge warning
lightConsider remaining range Refuel at next opportunity.
Check engine oil level Start engine oil level measurement in the on-board computer.
Engine oil pressure too low Stop immediately at a suitable place, measure oil level with the on-board computer and, if necessary,
add engine oil.
Warning light
Temperature gaugeEngine temperature too high Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level and, if necessary, add coolant.
Temperature gauge
warning light flashesCheck coolant level Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level and, if necessary, add coolant.
Check engine
visit workshopStop immediately at a suitable place and check tank cap for proper fastening. If the tank cap was
fastened correctly, consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
Reduced engine power Consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
Temperature gauge
warning light flashesFailure of
engine compartment blowerConsult your authorized Porsche dealer.
Warning Battery/generator Stop at a safe place and switch the engine off. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Failure
oil pressure
indicatorHave the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Failure
oil level
indicatorHave the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Oil temperature
indicator faultyHave the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Instrument
panelOn-board
computerText display on on-board
computerMeaning/measure
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Maintenance, Car Care
159
Engine-compartment blower, radiator fan The radiator and radiator fan are in the front of the
car.
The engine-compartment blower is mounted on
the engine compartment lid.
Warning!
Risk of injury.
After the engine is switched off, the engine-
compartment temperature is monitored for
approx. 30 minutes.
During this period, and depending on tempe-
rature, the engine-compartment blower may
continue to run or start to run.
fCarry out work in these areas only with the
engine off, the ignition off, and exercise
extreme caution.
Risk of injury. The radiator fan in the front
end of the car may be operating or unexpec-
tedly start operating when the engine is
switched on.
fCarry out work in these areas only with the engine switched off.
Engine Oil It is important to perform oil changes regularly in
accordance with the intervals specified in the
“Maintenance” booklet.Engine oil consumption It is normal for your engine to consume oil.
The rate of oil consumption depends on the quality
and viscosity of oil, the speed at which the engine
is operated, the climate, road conditions as well
as the amount of dilution and oxidation of the
lubricant.
If the vehicle is used for repeated short trips, and
consumes a normal amount of oil, the engine oil
measurement may not show any drop in the oil
level at all, even after 600 miles (1,000 km) or
more. This is because the oil is gradually
becoming diluted with fuel or moisture, making it
appear that the oil level has not changed.
The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the
vehicle is driven at high speeds, as on an
expressway, making it then appear that oil is
excessively consumed after driving at high
speeds.
If the conditions you drive your vehicle in are
dusty, humid, or hot, the frequency of the oil
change intervals should be greater. If the vehicle is driven at a high rate of speed,
climatic conditions are warm, and the load is high,
the oil should be checked more frequently, as
driving conditions will determine the rate of oil
consumption.
– The engine in your vehicle depends on oil to
lubricate and cool all of its moving parts.
Therefore, the engine oil should be checked
regularly and kept at the required level.
– Make it a habit to have the engine oil level
checked at every refueling.
– The oil pressure warning light is not an oil level
indicator.
The oil pressure warning light indicates serious
engine damage may be occuring when lit, if
engine rpm is above idle speed.
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Maintenance, Car Care
161
Warning!
Risk of burning from hot parts in engine
compartment. Risk of injury by rotating
parts. The engine compartment blower on
the engine compartment lid can start up
even with engine off.
fExercise extrem caution when working in the
engine compartment.
fTop off engine oil only with the engine off.
Engine oil is hazardous to your health and
may be fatal if swallowed.
fKeep engine oil out of children’s reach.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that have
caused cancer in laboratory animals.
fAlways protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.
Note
The Check Engine warning light may light up if the
cap of the oil filler opening is opened while the
engine is running.1. Measure the oil level and read off the required
top-up quantity on the on-board computer.
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Unscrew cap of the oil filler opening.4. Add at most 0.5 quarts (0.5 liter) of engine oil
at a time.
Never add more engine oil than required
to reach the max. mark.
5. Carefully close cap of the oil filler opening.
6. Measure oil level again with the on-board
computer. Switch off the engine.
7. If necessary, repeat the process and add more
engine oil as required.
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Maintenance, Car Care
165
Fuel
Warning!
Fuel is highly flammable and harmful to
health.
fFire, open flame and smoking are prohibited
when handling fuel.
fAvoid contact with skin or clothing.
fDo not inhale fuel vapors.
To prevent damage to the emission control
system and engine:
fNever drive the tank completely out of fuel.
fAvoid high cornering speeds after the warning lights have come on.
fPlease see the chapter “FUEL ECONOMY” on
Page 164.
Please see the chapter “EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM” on Page 168.
Please see the chapter “LEVEL GAUGE” on
Page 113.
Check engine warning light If the warning lights in the instrument panel and on-
board computer come on and remain on while
driving, it suggests:
– a potential engine control problem and the
need for system service or
– an improperly fastened tank cap or – refueling with engine running.
Opening the filler flapThe filler opening is under the filler flap in the front
right fender.
fWith the vehicle unlocked, press on the front
part of the filler flap (arrow) to open the flap.
The filler flap is centrally locked along with the
other locks. If there is a defect in the automatic unlocking
system:
fOpen the passenger door.
fPull the ring in the right-hand door aperture
(arrow).
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Maintenance, Car Care
181
Storing your Porsche If you intend to store your Porsche for a prolonged
period, please consult your authorized Porsche
dealer. The staff will be glad to advise you on the
most suitable and necessary methods.
fClean your vehicle thoroughly inside and
outside.
Clean the engine compartment.
The under carriage and chassis components
should be free of dirt and salt deposits.
fFill up the fuel tank.
fChange the oil and oil filter, and run the engine
for several minutes.
fIncrease the tire pressure to 58 psi (4 bar).
It is not recommended to lift the vehicle, due to
the possibility of corrosion on shock absorber
piston shafts.
The vehicle should be moved slightly, approxi-
mately every four weeks, to prevent flat spot
on the tires. Climate control
The air conditioning system should be in good
working condition and fully charged.
Windshield/Headlight washer
fCheck and correct antifreeze/cleaning solution
level as necessary.
Electrical system
fRemove the battery from the vehicle and store
it in a cool dry place, not on a cement floor.
When the battery is disconnected, the
alarm system is deactivated.
fRecharge the battery every 3 months. If the
battery remains in the vehicle with the cables
connected, it is necessary to check, remove
and recharge the battery every 2-3 weeks.
Do not fast charge the battery.
fPlease see the chapter “BATTERY” on
Page 211.Vehicle interior
The interior must be dry, especially in the area of
the floor carpets. The use of drying agents (Silica-
Gel) is recommended in vehicles with leather
interior and in areas with high humidity. The
recommended amount is 3 fabric bags of 1.1 lbs.
(500 grams) each placed on the floor carpets.
Windows, doors and lids must be closed. The air
vents should be opened.
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Index Brake fluid
Changing............................................ 163
Checking level .................................... 162
Level.................................................. 162
Warning light ...................................... 163
Brakes ....................................................... 162
Brake circuit division warning light ........ 163
Brake warning light ............................. 116
Fluid........................................... 162, 239
Fluid warning light ............................... 163
Function ............................................... 54
New brake pads or linings ..................... 56
Pads .................................................... 13
Parking brake ....................................... 53
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB) ................................................... 6
Service brake ......................................... 6
Test stand ............................................ 61
Break in brakes ............................................ 13
Break in hints ............................................... 13
Bulbs, replacing.......................................... 219
CCapacities .................................................. 239
Car care .................................................... 174
Car telephone ............................................... 91
Car washes ................................................ 175
Carpet ....................................................... 180
Catalytic converters .................................... 169
Cautions ............................................ 157, 183Central locking...................................... 22, 208
Automatic relocking............................... 22
Emergency operation ............................ 23
Fault indication ...................................... 24
Overload protection....................... 24, 208
Central locking button................................... 24
Central vents .............................................. 101
Central warning light ................................... 116
Changing bulb............................................. 227
Check engine
Warning light....................................... 116
Check engine warning light .......................... 116
Opening the oil filler cap ...................... 161
Checking pressure ...................................... 203
Child restraint systems .................................. 47
Anchorages .......................................... 52
Direction of installation .......................... 48
Child seat bracket ......................................... 51
Chime .......................................................... 73
CHRONO Stopwatch .................................... 127
Cigarette lighter ............................................ 82
Circulating-air button..................................... 99
Clock ................................................. 114, 146
Clothes hook ................................................ 83
Clutch .................................................. 53, 155
Clutch pedal ................................................. 53
Combination filter........................................ 172
Coming home mode ...................................... 74
Communication management ......................... 89
Compact disc
Player .................................................. 90
Storage ................................................ 84
Compartment monitoring ............................... 26
Compressor .................................................87
Coolant ..............................................112, 158
Checking ............................................158
Level ..................................................158
Temperature gauge .............................112
Topping off .........................................158
Warning light .......................................112
Cooling system ...................................112, 158
Warning light .......................................112
Cornering light
Functional description ............................74
Indicator light ......................................111
Crankcase ventilation ..................................169
Cruise control .................................78, 79, 115
Cupholder.....................................................80DData bank ...................................................234
Daytime running lights ...................................73
Changing bulbs ...................................227
On-board computer .............................146
Decals........................................................175
Defrosting windows .................................32, 99
Diagnostic socket .........................................14
Diagram
Engine diagram ...................................242
Dimensions.................................................241
Door ............................................................21
Handles ................................................21
Locks ...........................................21, 176
Mirror ...................................................31
Mirror heating .......................................32
Mirrors .................................................30
Windows .................................21, 29, 177
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Index
245
Driving
Hints .................................................... 11
Driving performance ................................... 240
Drop-center rim .......................................... 194
Dynamic cornering light
Functional description............................ 74
Dynamic engine mounting.............................. 63EElectrical system ........................................ 207
Emergency flasher switch.............................. 72
Emergency operation
Central locking...................................... 23
Ignition key ........................................... 69
Lids ................................................... 210
Tank flap ............................................ 165
Emergency service ..................................... 183
Emergency starting with jumper cables 217, 218
Emission control system ............. 116, 168, 169
Engine
Checking the oil level........................... 143
Exhaust .................................................. 8
Number .............................................. 235
Oil consumption ............................ 13, 159
Oil level .............................................. 160
Oil level indicator................................ 143
Oil pressure ........................................ 115
Oil temperature................................... 108
Oils ............................................ 159, 239
Speeds ........................................ 13, 240
Starting ................................................ 70
Stopping .............................................. 71Engine compartment
Blower .........................................71, 112
Blower fan ..........................................112
Care...................................................177
Lid .................................................85, 86
Lid warning light ....................................85
Engine oil
Choosing the right oil ..........................160
Consumption ........................................13
Topping off .........................................160
Viscosity.............................................160
Exhaust
Pipes .....................................................8
Tailpipes, stainless steel ......................178
External antenna ...........................................91
External audio source, AUX ............................93
FFiller flap ....................................................165
Filling pressure, tire.....................................237
Fire extinguisher ...........................................94
Flat tire ......................................................203
Floor mats ..................................................180
Fluids and fuels ...........................................239
FM reception ................................................89
Fog light, rear ...............................................73
Footbrake.....................................................54
Fresh air intake ...........................................101
Front axle lift system
Functional description ............................64
Lowering front axle................................65
Raise front axle .....................................64
Front lid .................................................85, 86Fuel................................................... 113, 165
Containers ..................................... 7, 167
Economy ........................................... 164
Evaporation control ............................ 167
Fuels containing ethanol ...................... 167
Level gauge ....................................... 113
Level warning light.............................. 113
Recommendation ....................... 166, 167
Recommendations.............................. 166
Tank.................................................. 166
Fuses, replacing......................................... 209
GGarage
Door ................................................... 71
Door opener ........................................ 95
Lift .................................................... 206
Glove compartment ...................................... 84
Gong ....................................... 17, 68, 73, 120
Ground clearance ........................................... 8HHalogen headlights
Changing bulb for low beam ................ 222
Handbrake ................................................... 53
Head restraints ............................................ 33
Headlights ................................................. 220
Adjusting ................................... 228, 229
Beam adjustment ................................. 74
Cleaning system ................... 76, 170, 239
Flasher ................................................ 75
Heated rear window..................................... 32
Heated rear window/Door mirror heating ..... 102
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