2010 PORSCHE CAYENNE steering

3. Normal Level.
Max. ground clearance: 210 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 215 mm).
4. Low Level I.
22 mm below Normal Level;
max. ground clearance: 188 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 193 mm);
automatically selected above
138 km/ h (86 mph).
5. Low Level II.
32 mm below Normal Level;
max. ground clearance: 178 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 183 mm);
automatically selected above
210 km/ h (130 mph).
(Not manually selectable.) 6. Loading Level.
52 mm below Normal Level;
max. ground clearance: 158 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 163 mm);
only selectable when vehicle is
stationary.
Air suspension with PASM
standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for all other
Cayenne models.
Porsche Dynamic Chassis
Control (PDCC).
Available as an option in conjunc ­
tion with air suspension, Porsche
Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
is an active anti ­roll system
that further enhances the extra­
ordinary road holding and
precision handling of the new
Cayenne models.
PDCC anticipates and significantly
reduces lateral body movement
when cornering. This is achieved
with the aid of the active anti ­roll
bars featuring hydraulic swivel
motors on the front and rear
axles. The system responds to
the current steering angle and
lateral acceleration by producing
a stabilising force that precisely
negates the swaying force of the
body. The benefits are greater agilit y
at every speed, more responsive
steering, stable load transfer
characteristics and enhanced
occupant comfort. When off
­road
mode is selected via a switch in
the centre console, this allows
the t wo halves of each anti ­roll
bar to rotate further in opposition
to each other. This in turn enables
greater wheel articulation and ensures that each individual
wheel has more contact with
the ground, improving traction
on uneven surfaces.
Optional for the new Cayenne,
new Cayenne S and new
Cayenne Turbo.
1. High Level II.
58 mm above Normal Level;
max. ground clearance:

268 mm (Cayenne Turbo:
273 mm); selectable at speeds
of up to 30 km/ h (19 mph).
2. High Level I.
28 mm above Normal Level;
max. ground clearance: 238 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 243 mm);
selectable at speeds of up to
80 km/ h (50 mph). Air suspension.
The new Cayenne models can be
equipped with an air suspension
system featuring self ­levelling,
ride ­height control and PASM – for
enhanced driving dynamics and
comfort. The self ­levelling facilit y
maintains a constant ground clear ­
ance, which can easily be adjust ­
ed using the ride ­height control
on the centre console:
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High ­speed cornering in the Cayenne Turbo with PDCC
High
­speed cornering in the Cayenne S without PDCC
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Air suspension ride heights Loading Level: 158 mm Normal Level: 210 mm High Level II: 268 mm

high­mounted upper arms are now
in aluminium. This axle design
ensures accurate wheel location,
greater agilit y and minimal inter ­
ference on uneven surfaces.
The subframe is secured on large
rubber mountings that reduce
road noise to a minimum. It is
also specially constructed to
increase stabilit y. For enhanced comfort and even greater active
and passive safet y. In the event
of an impact, the subframe
deforms in a predefined manner.

Rear axle.
The rear axle features multi
­link
suspension. Ideal for performance
road and track use, it also copes
well with the extremely high
towing and carrying loads that
are possible with each Cayenne.
The suspension struts are angled
to allow longer suspension travel
and create a deeper and wider
cargo area. As well as providing
additional space, the car is also
easier to load. The rear axle design minimises
dive and squat under acceleration
and braking. It also improves mid
­
corner stabilit y and compensates
for sudden load transfer. In short:
it enables a more relaxed way
of driving. Examples of intelligent
light weight construction on the
rear axle include hollow drive
shafts.
Steering.
The steering system has been
completed revised and adapted
for a sportier driving st yle.
Around the straight ­ahead pos­
ition, in particular, the ratio is
now more direct. With the variable
steering ratio and special valve
set tings on the power ­steering
system, optimum manoeuvrabilit y
is ensured. The turning circle of
the new Cayenne models is just
11.9 metres.
The steering column itself
consists of multiple collapsing
sections linked by t wo universal
joints and a special deformation
element provides additional safet y
in the event of a front impact. Electro
­hydraulic power steering
is used for the first time on the
Cayenne S Hybrid. The demand ­
driven pump only provides
assistance to the steering as
and when required, thereby

contributing to overall efficiency.
Servotronic.
Servotronic is a speed ­sensitive
power steering system.
At higher speeds, the steering
becomes firmer, inputs are more
precise and driver comfort is
enhanced. At lower speeds, it
enables easy manoeuvrability
and parking.
Standard on the new Cayenne S
Hybrid. Optional for the new
Cayenne, new Cayenne Diesel,
new Cayenne S and new
Cayenne Turbo.
Front axle.
The chassis on the new Cayenne
models of fers a direct response –
for a more rewarding driving
experience.
The wishbones on the subf rame­
mounted front suspension with
Weight reduction.
The axle concept on the new
Cayenne models features con­
sistent light weight construction
thanks to the use of new mater­
ials. The results: enhanced driving
dynamics, lower fuel consumption
and optimum occupant comfort.
Shedding weight.
Adding agility, economy and comfort.
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Standard on all new Cayenne
models.
Halogen headlights.
The projector­beam halogen
headlights feature automatic
static range control and reflection
high ­beam lights – for optimum
illumination of the road.
Standard on the new Cayenne,
new Cayenne Diesel, new
Cayenne S and new Cayenne S
Hybrid.
Bi-Xenon main headlights with
Porsche Dynamic Light System
(PDLS).
Featuring halogen auxiliary
headlights, integrated headlight
cleaning and automatic dynamic
range control, the Bi ­Xenon
headlights provide more uniform
illumination of the road in both
dipped and high ­beam mode.
The dynamic cornering light
function swivels the headlights
towards the inside of a bend
based on the current steering
angle and road speed. The static
cornering lights activate the
auxiliary headlights in order to illuminate more of the road in
tight bends and turns.
PDLS also features speed
­
sensitive headlight control and
an adverse weather function,

which is activated in conjunction
with the rear foglight – for even
greater safet y, not just at night
and during cornering.
Standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for all other
new Cayenne models.
Daytime running lights.
Fit ted as standard on all new
Cayenne models: LED day time
running lights. On the new
Cayenne, Cayenne Diesel,
Cayenne S and Cayenne S
Hybrid, these are arranged hori ­
zontally in the front light units, whereas on the Cayenne Turbo
each headlight unit has four

LED spotlights. Day time running
lights improve safet y in the
day time as they make you more
visible to other road users.
Taillights.
LED technology is used for
all functions on the new rear
light modules. For an ultra ­fast
response and greater luminance.
In short: for greater safet y.
In an emergency stop, the
adaptive LED brake lights on
the new Cayenne models pulsate
to alert the traf fic behind more
quickly to a critical situation.
The high ­level third brake light is
integrated into the roof spoiler.
Automatic headlight activation.
The headlights are automatically
switched on when darkness sets
in or when driving through a tun ­
nel in the day time. Other features
include an automatic switch ­of f
and ‘Welcome Home’ function –
when you arrive at a destination
after dark, the headlights remain
illuminated for a user ­defined
period, lighting your path from
the car.
It ’s always a pleasure taking
corners in a Porsche. Especially
when they’re now so visible
at night. The striking lighting
arrangement is also instantly
recog
nisable. The lights on the
new Cayenne Turbo feature a
unique design that differs signifi ­
cantly from all other models.
Driving with foresight.
Quite literally.
S a f e t y.
Night design (Cayenne Turbo) Headlight (Cayenne, Cayenne Diesel,
Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid)
Headlight (Cayenne Turbo)
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of the car’s dynamic exterior
lines. The seat position and

three ­spoke steering wheel of fer
exceptional support and contact
– for an even sportier ride. A t ypical Porsche feature, yet
totally new on the Cayenne: the
five round instruments now form
the familiar cluster and are slight
­
ly raised from the dashboard as
a visual unit. The high ­resolution
4.8 ­inch TFT colour screen
displays information from the on ­
board computer or, in conjunction
with PCM including navigation
module, map data from the navi ­
gation system. It also shows the
set tings of the optional adaptive
cruise control or gives various
warnings, such as alerts from Tyre
Pressure Monitoring (TPM), which
is also available as an option. On the new Cayenne S Hybrid, the
display also provides information
about the energy management.
Oil pressure, oil and coolant
temperature as well as the fuel
level are displayed using analogue
gauges, while the boost pressure
gauge on the new Cayenne Turbo
is digital. A compass display in
the instrument cluster is available
as an option in conjunction with
PCM. This shows the four cardinal
and four ordinal directions with
degree increments as well as your
current altitude.
The steering column offers man­
ual height and reach adjustment
(electrically adjustable on the
new Cayenne Turbo). The steering
wheel rim is in smooth
­finish
leather. As is the optional three ­
spoke sports steering wheel with
gearshif t paddles – for genuine
race ­st yle gearshif t action. Also
available as an option, the three ­
spoke multifunction steering
wheel enables easy access to
a range of functions including
audio and telephone.
Particularly striking features in
­
clude the way the centre console
rises to meet the dashboard –
clearly inspired by the Carrera GT.
This immediately enhances the
interior structure, a continuation
As on every Porsche, the interior
of the new Cayenne is designed
around the driver, combining
sporting st yle with the very high
­
est standards of ergonomics,
comfort and qualit y.
Déjà vu, yet totally new.
Comfort.
Cayenne Turbo with walnut interior package in t wo ­tone combination (Umber/Cream)
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lumbar supports for both driver
and front passenger. The driver­
side memory also stores steering
wheel and exterior mirror pre f­
erences.
No ­cost option on the new
Cayenne Turbo. Optional for all
other new Cayenne models.
Adaptive sports seats.
Taking comfort and sports
performance to a whole new level,
the adaptive sports seats with
comfort memory package feature
higher, more contoured side
bolsters. The additional lumbar
supports, the squab length, side
bolsters on the seat squab and
backrest, and steering column
can be electrically adjusted.
The package stores seat set tings
including lumbar supports for
both driver and front passenger. The driver
­side memory also
stores steering wheel and exterior
mirror preferences.
Standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for all other
new Cayenne models.
Seat/steering wheel heating.
All seat variants are available with
seat heating, either just at the
front or both front and rear. The
steering wheel heating ensures
that the rim is pleasantly warm
to the touch.Standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for all other
new Cayenne models.
Seat ventilation.
For even greater occupant com ­
fort on longer journeys and in the
summer, the front seats can be
equipped with seat ventilation
(only in conjunction with seat
heating, comfort memory pack ­
age or adaptive sports seats).
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Driver memory package for
comfort seats.
Extremely useful in the case of
frequent driver changes, the
driver memory package enables
the driver’s seat, exterior mirror
positions and courtesy lighting
preferences to be saved and
restored automatically.
Optional for the new Cayenne,
new Cayenne Diesel, new
Cayenne S and new Cayenne S
Hybrid.
Comfort seats with comfort
memory package.
For added convenience, this pack ­
age of fers electric adjustment of
the front seat positions (8 ­way)
as well as lumbar supports, squab
length and steering column. It
stores seat set tings including
Comfort seats.
The seats in the new Cayenne
models are practical, comfort ­
able and sport y, just like the rest
of the interior. All seat variants
come with 2 ­way head restraints
and storage pockets on the front
seat backrests.
Of fering excellent long ­distance
comfort and intuitive operation,
the comfort seats feature 8 ­way
electric adjustment including
fore/af t, height, squab length and
squab/ backrest angle set tings.
The most important factor in our seat design:
Yo u .
Comfort seat in natural leather (Espresso)
Adaptive sports seat with comfort memor y package in leather (Platinum Grey)
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via the CDR­31 or PCM head
unit. Connection to the mobile
phone net work is via the handset
antenna.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Telephone module.
This optional quad ­band GSM
telephone module combines ease
of use with optimised sound
qualit y. Simply insert your mobile
phone SIM card in the slot in
PCM to make calls via the hands ­
free facilit y or optional Bluetooth
®
handset. For even greater conveni­
ence, you can use a Bluetooth®
SIM Access Profile (SAP) ­
compa tible handset. Once
The sof t ware complies with the
statutory requirements for auto ­
matic logbooks as specified by
the German revenue authorities.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Mobile phone preparation.
With this optional preparation,
you can establish a Bluetooth
®
connection with a mobile phone
that only supports the Hands ­Free
Profile (HFP) and use the CDR ­31
audio system or PCM as a hands ­
free system. As a Bluetooth
®­
based solution, you can connect
your handset without even taking
it out of your pocket. The basic
phone functions are accessible
Voice control.
Do you wish to get to the point –
or your required destination –
more quickly? All you have to
do is say so. The optional voice
control system with whole ­word
recognition is at your command
– without the tedious task of
voice learning. Audio prompts
make voice inputs even simpler.
You can also browse through
lists by voice command.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Electronic logbook.
This optional addition to PCM
enables you to automatically
record on every journey the
mileage, route distance, date and
time as well as starting location
and destination. Data can be
downloaded from PCM via
Bluetooth
® or a USB port and
processed on a PC using soft ­
ware included with the package. connected, the GSM antenna on
the mobile phone is disabled to
prolong bat tery life and the ex
­
ternal
vehicle antenna is utilised
instead.
Depending on the phone
model, you can access contact
details on the mobile phone SIM
card and internal memory and
perform all operations via PCM,
voice control
or the multifunction
steering
wheel, which means
your phone can remain in your
pocket.
In addition, the telephone
module enables you to establish
a Bluetooth
® connection to a
mobile phone that only supports
the Hands ­Free Profile (HFP). In
this case, the GSM connection
to the mobile phone net work is
via the handset antenna. PCM
acts as a hands ­free system.
A cordless handset with keypad
and display is also available
as an option. This is stowed in
the centre console. However,
the handset cannot be used to
establish a Bluetooth® connection
using the Hands ­Free Profile
(HFP).
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Universal audio interface.
On vehicles with the CDR ­31
audio system, this optional
package located in the front
centre console provides an AUX ­
In port, e.g. for a compatible
MP3 player. On vehicles equipped
with PCM, the package includes
an AUX ­In port and a USB port
which can be used to connect
an iPod
®. The iPod® as well as
other compatible MP3 players
or memory sticks connected
via USB can be operated using
PCM. For more information,
please consult your Porsche
Centre.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
TV tuner.
The optional T V tuner receives
unencrypted analogue and digital
television signals.Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Universal audio inter face
Electronic logbook
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pocket. If the code is accepted,
the doors are unlocked and
you can step inside. To start or
stop the engine, simply push
the ignition but ton.
When you leave the car, all you
have to do is press a but ton on
the outside of the door handle.
Porsche Entry & Drive then locks
the car, arms the immobiliser
and locks the steering column.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Anti-theft protection.
The new Cayenne models are all
equipped as standard with an
engine immobiliser and anti ­thef t
alarm featuring ultrasonic interior
surveillance.
The alarm circuit includes all four
doors, engine lid, tailgate, rear
screen, interior, ignition and trailer
(if fitted).
The immobiliser system works
by automatically communicating
with the vehicle key. If the key
is approved, the engine can be
started as normal.
Washer fluid is delivered via t wo
heated jets, ensuring uniform
coverage of the entire windscreen
area.
The rear wiper system is designed
for maximum visibilit y in all
conditions.
Porsche Entry & Drive.
With Porsche Entry & Drive, you
can avoid the inconvenience of
using a conventional key.
To enter the car, simply touch the
door handle and the system auto ­
matically checks the encrypted
access code on the key in your
Sunscreen.
To protect the interior against
direct sunlight, an electrically
operated sunscreen for the rear
side windows is available as an
option. It can also be controlled
from the driver’s seat.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Rain sensor.
The front wiper system has t wo
fixed speeds and an automatic
rain sensor function.
Inconspicuous. Unobtrusive. Indispensable.When the key is removed from the
ignition, the steering column is
automatically locked to provide
additional securit y.
Preparation for vehicle
tracking system.
This preparation enables future
installation of a vehicle tracking
system obtainable from Porsche
Tequipment. The system can
be used to locate a stolen vehicle
in 25 EU countries as well as
Norway, Switzerland and Russia –
irrespective of where you live. The vehicle is not tracked con­
tinually, only when the alarm is
triggered. In the event of vehicle
thef t or manipulation, or if the
loss of the vehicle is reported by
the owner, a silent alarm is auto
­
matically triggered. The package
includes a special wiring loom,
higher capacit y bat tery (depend ­
ing on vehicle specification) and
tilt sensor for the alarm system.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Rain sensor Sunscreen
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Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Comfort lighting package.
Available as an option for all new
Cayenne models, this package
includes dimmable ambient light­
ing in the door panels and roof
console, practical LED reading
lights for the rear passengers,
additional courtesy lights on the exterior mirrors on the driver’s
and front passenger’s side, and a
second 12
­Volt socket in the rear
centre console.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Automatically dimming mirrors.
Another comfort ­oriented feature:
automatically dimming exterior
and interior mirrors.
Standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for all other
new Cayenne models.
Cruise control.
Cruise control automatically
regulates the speed of your
vehicle for added driver comfort
on longer journeys. It can be
used at speeds bet ween 30 and
240 km/ h (19 and 149 mph)
and is operated using a but ton
on one of the control stalks. Standard on all new Cayenne
models.
Reversing camera.
The reversing camera (only avail ­
able in conjunction with PCM)
facilitates reverse parking and
manoeuvring and also assists with
hitching a trailer. Help is provided
in the form of a high ­contrast
colour image with dynamic guide ­
lines on the PCM screen, which
show the predicted course of
the vehicle based on the current
position of the steering wheel.
Park Assis t.
This parking aid uses an acoustic
signal and front /rear displays to
alert the driver of any obstacles
at the front or rear of the car. Its
sensors are neatly concealed in
the front and rear aprons. The
acoustic signal is supplemented
by a visual warning in the centre
console display which provides
a graphical representation of the
vehicle’s proximit y to obstacles.
Standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for the new
Cayenne, new Cayenne Diesel,
new Cayenne S and new
Cayenne S Hybrid.
Seeing and being seen.
It’s all about having the right technology.
Driver assistance systems.
Reversing camera
Reversing camera display in PCM
Comfor t lighting package
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