2010 PORSCHE 911 GT3 instrument panel

Maintenance, Car Care
163
Changing the brake fluid Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air over
time. This accumulation of water lowers the
boiling point and, under certain operating condi-
tions, can affect the braking performance.
Therefore have the brake fluid changed in accor-
dance with the change intervals stated in the
brochure “Maintenance”. – The warning lights on the instrument panel and
on the on-board computer indicate an insuffi-
cient brake fluid level.
– If the warning light lights up on the instrument
panel and the warning message appears on
the on-board computer in combination with a
larger pedal travel, a brake circuit may have
failed.
If the warning lights should light up when
driving:
fStop immediately in a suitable place.
fDo not continue driving.
Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
Warning light USA
Warning light Canada
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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
Cleaning airbags covers
Danger!
Risk of danger of serious personal injury or
death if the airbag system is impaired by
improper cleaning work.
fDo not make any modifications whatsoever on
individual components such as the padded
covers of the steering wheel, passenger side
instrument panel, the front seats and the door
linings.
fLet your authorized Porsche dealer clean these components.
Fabric, upholstery, carpets and
floor-mats fUse only a vacuum cleaner or a medium stiff
brush.
fRemove stains and spots with Porsche stain
remover.
The Porsche range of accessories includes
nonskid floor-mats to protect the carpets in
summer and winter.
Warning!
Risk of an accident resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
fAlways check the movement of the pedals
before driving and make sure that they are not
obstructed by a floor-mat or any other object.
fSecure the floor-mat to prevent it from sliding
into positions that could interfere with the safe
operation of your vehicle - do not install them
loosely in the vehicle.
Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you nonskid floor-mats of the correct size.
Alcantara fDo not use a leather care product to clean
Alcantara.
For regular care it is sufficient to clean the cover
with a soft brush.
Heavy abrasion or rubbing when cleaning causes
a lasting change in the surface.
Cleaning when lightly soiled
fWet a soft cloth with water or a neutral soap
solution and wipe off the dirt.
Cleaning when heavily soiled
fWet a soft cloth with lukewarm water or
thinned white spirit and dab the dirt from the
outside in. Safety belts If it becomes necessary to clean the belts, you
can use any mild washing agent.
Allow the belts to dry prior to retracting, but avoid
direct sunlight.
fOnly use suitable cleaners.
If unsuitable cleaners are used or any attempt
is made to dye or bleach the belts, the
webbing may be weakened and thus constitute
a safety risk.
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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
213
Winter operation The capacity and ability of the battery to store
power decreases at low outside temperatures.
Additionally, more power is consumed while
starting, and the headlights, heater, rear window
defogger, etc., are used more frequently.
fLet your Porsche dealer test the battery’s
capacity before winter sets in.
The battery will discharge more quickly if your
vehicle is not driven on a daily basis over a
distance of several miles. The more often you
drive your vehicle, and the longer the distance
driven on each trip, the more opportunity the
vehicle’s charging system will have to recharge the
batteries.
Replacing battery The service life of the battery is subject to normal
wear; it depends greatly on care, climatic condi-
tions, and driving conditions (distances, loads).
fOnly use an original Porsche battery, with the
correct part number, as a replacement.
fPlease observe the disposal instructions for
batteries.
Putting vehicle into operationAfter the battery is connected or after an comple-
tely discharged battery is charged, the multi-
functional PSM light lights up on the instrument
panel and a message appears on the on-board
computer to indicate a fault.
This fault can be remedied with a few simple
steps:
1. Start the engine.
2. With the vehicle stationary, perform a few
steering movements to the left and right and
then drive a short distance in a straight line
until the multifunctinal PSM light goes out and
the message on the on-board computer
disappears.
3. If the warnings do not disappear, then:
Drive carefully to the nearest authorized
Porsche dealer.
Have the fault remedied.
4. After the warnings disappear:
Stop the vehicle in a suitable place.
fPerform adaptation of the power windows:
Please see the chapter “STORING END
POSITION OF THE WINDOWS” on Page 29.
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Index Heater ......................................................... 98
High beam
Indicator light...................................... 111
Lever ................................................... 73
High-pressure cleaning equipment ................ 174
Home mode ................................................. 74
HomeLink..................................................... 95
Hoods.................................................... 85, 86
Horn ................................................ 15, 22, 24
Hot exhaust pipes ........................................... 8
IIgnition key................................................... 67
Emergency operation ............................ 69
Ignition lock.................................................. 67
Immobilizer .................................................. 18
Indicator lights.................................... 104, 106
INFO Warning messages ............................. 123
Instrument
Hochschaltanzeige ...................... 111, 155
Illumination ......................................... 108
Lights .................................................. 73
Panel ................................. 104, 106, 148
Interior lights ................................................ 66
Interior mirror ............................................... 31
iPod interface ............................................... 93JJumper cables ............................................ 217
KKey codes .................................................... 18
Key-operated airbag deactivation device ......... 46
Keys ...................................................... 18, 19LLATCH System ............................................. 51
Leather care............................................... 179
License plate light ................................. 73, 227
Lids ............................................................. 86
Emergency unlocking .......................... 210
Lifting vehicle ............................................. 206
Light
Changing bulb for low beam (Halogen
headlight) ........................................... 222
Daytime running .................................... 73
Flasher ................................... 73, 75, 111
Low beam ...................................... 73, 75
Sensor for instrument illumination. 104, 106
Switch ............................................ 73, 75
Light alloy wheels
Inscription .......................................... 194
Lights
Care .................................................. 179
Headlight beam adjustment.................... 74
LIMIT Acoustic warning signal for speed limit. 120
Load switch-off ........................................... 208
Loading information .................................... 195
Locking ........................................................ 22
Conditions ............................................ 24
Locking retractor .......................................... 50
Low beam .................................................... 75Luggage compartment..................................88
Lid .......................................................85
Lid warning light ....................................85
Unlocking lid .........................................19
Luggage compartment/engine compartment
lid, warning lights ..........................................85
MMaintenance ...............................................157
Make-up mirror .............................................37
Maximum permitted engine speeds ................13
Manual transmission............................155
Mirror
Folding in ..............................................30
Heating ........................................32, 102
Inside ...................................................31
Mirrors .........................................................31
Anti-glare ..............................................31NNavigation ....................................................89
Selection field, on-board computer .......133
Notes on
Car care .............................................174
Maintenance .......................................157
Number plate light.........................................73
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