2010 PORSCHE CAYENNE oil dipstick

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Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments
No monitoring
System learningAfter the tire type and size are selected in the tire pressure menu, Tire Pressure Monitoring re-learns
the tires.Wheel change?
Make new selectionThe tire type and size of the changed tires have not been updated for Tire Pressure Monitoring.
The display changes when the vehicle is stationary: Select corresponding tire type and tire size.When vehicle stops:
Hit selectionThe message appears after driving off if the warning “Flat tyre” has been cleared but the selection on
the display SELECTION AFTER WARNING has not been made properly.
Make selection on the multi-purpose display when the vehicle is stationary.Engine temperature too high Coolant or engine oil temperature is too high. Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant or engine oil level. Add coolant or engine oil if necessary.Check coolant level Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.Warning battery/generator Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Start engine The battery discharges if the engine is not running and loads are switched on.
Start the vehicle or switch the loads off.Electric load
Switch-offVehicle electrical system is overloaded. Certain loads (e.g. heated rear window, seat heating) will be
switched off.
Stop immediately at a suitable and secure place and check tank cap for proper fastening. If tank cap
was fastened correctly, consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
Please refuelAdd washer fluidOil level monitoring
FailureHave the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.Check oil level Check the oil level using the oil dipstick as soon as possible and add engine oil if necessary.
Light on
instrument
panel
Warning message on the multi-purpose
displayMeaning/measures
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Maintenance and Car Care
Checking Engine Oil LevelfCheck the oil level regularly. I t i s b e s t t o d o t h i s
when refueling and before extended journeys.
Further important information concerning “mainte-
nance” can be found in a separate chapter.
fPlease see the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME
CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE”
on Page 250.
fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 149.
Warning!
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.
fIf you suspect an oil leak in the engine have
your authorized Porsche dealer check it out
immediately.If the oil level is too low, this is indicated by the oil-
level warning light lighting up on the multi-purpose
display.
fCheck the oil level using the oil dipstick as
soon as possible and add engine oil if neces-
sary.
Note on operation
fIf the engine compartment lid is opened and oil
is not added, the warning message appears
again after approximately 100 km.
Checking the oil level
Warning!
Danger of injury. The radiator fans can start
running as a function of temperature, even
with the engine switched off.
Risk of burning from hot parts in engine com-
partment.
fExercise extreme caution when working on the engine compartment.Conditions for measuring the oil level
correctly
– Vehicle must be level.
– Engine must be switched off and at operating
temperature.
– Before the oil-level measurement, allow the
engine oil to flow back into the oil pan for
around 3 minutes.
Checking oil level with the oil dipstick
1. Withdraw oil dipstick and wipe it with a clean,
lint-free cloth.
2. Push oil dipstick fully home, withdraw again
and read off the oil level.
The oil level must never fall below or
exceed the “Min.” and “Max.” marks on
the dipstick.
The difference between the marks is approx.
1.6 qt. (1.5 liters).
3. Push oil dipstick in as far as the stop.
Oil-level warning
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Cayenne S, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne S
Transsyberia oil dipstick
MAX - marking
fDo not top up engine oil.
MIN - marking
fTop up engine oil immediately.Cayenne oil dipstick
MAX - marking
fDo not top up engine oil.
A - Normal marking
fEngine oil can be topped up.
MIN - marking
Top up engine oil immediately.
Topping up Engine OilPorsche recommends .1) Generally you can find specifications relating to
manufacturer approvals on the oil containers or as
a notice displayed by the retailer.
You can also ask your authorized Porsche dealer
for the current approval status.2) SAE viscosity class – Example: SAE 0W - 40
Specification 0W = Viscosity specification for low
temperatures (winter).
Specification 40 = Viscosity specification for high
temperatures.3) For all temperature ranges.4) For temperature ranges above –25 °C.The right oil for your vehicleVehicle Meets
approval
1)
Viscosity
class
2)
Cayenne S,
Cayenne GTS,
Cayenne S
Transsyberia:Porsche A40 SAE 0W - 40
3)
SAE 5W - 40
4)
SAE 5W - 50
4)
Cayenne (V6): Porsche C30
or
VW 504 00SAE 5W - 30
3)
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Maintenance and Car Care Always observe the following points:
– Use only engine oils approved by Porsche.
This is a precondition for optimum and
problem-free operation of your vehicle.
– The engine oil is changed regularly during
servicing.
It is important that the service intervals,
particularly the oil change intervals, are
observed in accordance with the specifications
in the Maintenance Schedule.
We recommend that you have the engine oil
changed at your authorized Porsche dealer.
– Oils approved by Porsche can be mixed with
each other.
– Porsche engines are designed so that no oil
additives may be used.
– A label located in the engine compartment
provides you with details of the most suitable
oil for your engine.
Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to
advise you.
Engine oil filling point on Cayenne S, Cayenne GTS,
Cayenne S Transsyberia
Warning!
Fire hazard if engine oil comes into contact
with hot engine parts.
Risk of damage if engine oil comes into con-
tact with the drive belt.
fExercise great care when adding engine oil.
Engine oil filling point on Cayenne1. Unscrew cap of the oil filler opening.
2. Add at most half a liter of engine oil at a time.
3. Measure oil level again after a few minutes.
Never exceed the MAX mark on the oil
dipstick.
4. Push oil dipstick in as far as the stop.
5. Carefully close cap of the oil filler opening.
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CapacitiesUse only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you.
Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels.
CayenneCayenne S,
Cayenne GTS,
Cayenne S TranssyberiaEngine oil change quantity without oil filter
approx. 6.34 quarts (6.0 liters)
approx. 9.0 quarts (8.5 liters)
Engine oil change quantity with oil filter approx. 7.29 quarts (6.9 liters) approx. 9.51 quarts (9.0 liters)
Reference indication is the level on the oil dipstick.
Please see the chapter “CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL” on Page 252.
Coolant, depending on equipment level
approx. 3.4 – 4.8 U.S. gallons (13 – 18 liters)
approx. 4.8 – 5.5 U.S. gallons (18 – 21 liters)
Manual transmission with compensation approx.1.9quarts (1.8 litres) approx.1.9 quarts (1.8 litres)
Automatic transmission with torque converter
approx. 10.04 quarts (9.5 liters)
approx. 9.51 quarts (9.0 liters)
Transfer box approx. 0.9 quarts (0.85 liter) approx. 0.9 quarts (0.85 liter)
Front-axle differential
approx. 1.1 quarts (1.0 liter)
approx. 1.1 quarts (1.0 liter)
Rear-axle differential approx. 1.3 quarts (1.25 liters) approx. 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters)
Locking rear differential
approx. 1.7 quarts (1.6 liters)
approx. 1.7 quarts (1.6 liters)
Fuel tankapprox. 26.4 U.S. gallons (100 liters),
including approx. 3 U.S. gallons (12 liters) reserveapprox. 26.4 U.S. gallons (100 liters),
including approx. 3 U.S. gallons (12 liters) reserve
Fuel quality
The engine is designed to provide optimum performance and fuel consumption if unleaded premium fuel with
98 RON/88 MON is used.
If unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON/85 MON are used, the engine's “Electronic
Oktane™ knock control“ automatically adapts the ignition timing.
Power steering
approx. 1.6 quarts (1.5 liters) Pentosin CHF 202 S
®approx. 1.6 quarts (1.5 liters) Pentosin CHF 202 S
®
Brake fluid
approx. 1.0 quart (0.95 liter)
Use only Original Porsche brake fluid.
approx. 1.0 quart (0.95 liter)
Use only Original Porsche brake fluid.
Window/headlight washer system approx. 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters) approx. 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters)
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Index
367
Emergency unlocking
Of the filler flap
.............................................. 267
Spare wheel bracket
....................................... 311
Emission control (check engine)
Functional description
..................................... 123
Warning light on the tachometer
....................... 123
Emission Control System
.......................................... 263
Engaging the rear differential lock
.............................. 178
Engine
Break in hints
.................................................... 6
Cooling system
.............................................. 122
Data
............................................................ 349
Idling
........................................................... 171
Starting
........................................................ 160
Stopping
...................................................... 161
Engine Braking Support
(assistance when driving downhill)
.............................. 189
Engine drag torque control (MSR)
Functional description
..................................... 184
Engine oil
.............................................................. 251Change
........................................................ 253
Change quantity
............................................. 359
Checking oil level with oil dipstick
...................... 252
Choosing the right oil
...................................... 253
Consumption
................................................. 349
Dipstick
........................................................ 253
Engine oil pressure
......................................... 153
Filler opening
................................................. 254
General information
........................................ 253
Level
........................................................... 252
Oil-level warning on the multi-purpose display
...... 252
Recommendation
........................................... 253
Temperature gage
......................................... 120
Topping up
................................................... 254
Engine oil level
....................................................... 252
Checking
...................................................... 252
Entry & Drive
Locking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
.... 21
Opening/closing Panorama roof system
with car key
.................................................... 99
Unlocking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
.20
Entry aid
Functional description
....................................... 39
Switching on/off
.............................................. 39
Error messages
Displaying
..................................................... 130
Overview of warning messages
on the multi-purpose display
............................. 149
Exhaust gas
Monitoring warning light
........................ 117
, 119
Exhaust pipes
............................................................. 3
Stainless steel tailpipes, care instructions
........... 276
Exit aid
Functional description
....................................... 39
Switching on/off
.............................................. 39
External audio source, interface
................................. 221
FFabric linings, care instructions
................................. 277
Factory settings
Resetting multi-purpose display
......................... 148
Faults
After charging the battery
................................ 325
Emergency operation of automatic rear lid
........... 26
Emergency operation of ignition key
in ignition lock
............................................... 159
Emergency operation of rear lid
.......................... 31
Emergency operation of sliding/lifting roof
............ 94
Emergency operation
of the Panorama roof system
........................... 101
Emergency operation of the spare wheel bracket
.311
Emergency operation of Tiptronic selector lever
.. 175
Emergency unlocking of the filler flap
................. 267
Overview of warning messages
on the multi-purpose display
............................. 149
Panorama roof system
...................................... 99
ParkAssist
.................................................... 240
Parking heater
................................................. 85
Power windows
................................................ 90
Sliding/lifting roof
............................................. 94
When opening and closing
................................. 31
Filler flap
............................................................... 267Emergency unlocking
...................................... 267
Filling pressure
Plate location
................................................ 348
Reducing
............................................ 307
, 308
Tires (bar/psi)
............................................... 354
Warning light on speedometer
.......................... 141
Warning message on multi-purpose display
......... 151
Filter
Air cleaner maintenance instructions
.................. 260
Particle filter maintenance instructions
............... 260
Fire extinguisher
....................................................... 40
Floor mats, care instructions
..................................... 277
Fluids and fuels
Brake fluid
....................................................359
Coolant
........................................................359
Engine oil
......................................................359
Fuel
.............................................................359
Hydraulic fluid for power steering
......................259
Overview
......................................................359
Washer fluid
..................................................359
Folding key bit in/out
.................................................16
Folding wedges to prevent rolling
...............................296
Footbrake
..............................................................163
Warning light
.................................................164
Footwell lightning
Dimming
.......................................................109
Four-wheel drive
Functional description
.....................................182
Warning message on multi-purpose display
.........154
Four-zone air conditioning
Air-conditioning sensors
.....................................76
Controlling rear air-conditioned areas
with the front control panel
................................79
Defrosting windshield
........................................75
Disabling control panel (rear)
..............................79
Disabling control panel for air-conditioned areas
at the rear
.......................................................79
Operating overview, front
...................................75
Operating overview, rear
...................................76
REST mode
.....................................................65
Setting air distribution
.......................................77
Setting air quantity
...........................................77
Setting temperature
..........................................77
Switching ECON mode on/off
.............................65
Switching Mono function on/off
...........................78
Switching on automatic recirculating-air mode
.......78
Switching on recirculating-air mode
.....................78
Using engine residual heat
.................................65
Fresh-air intake
.........................................................80
Front seat
Adjusting
........................................................36
Drawer under the right front seat
......................225
Passenger mirror as parking aid
.........................38
Recalling settings (memory)
...............................37
Storing driver’s seat settings (memory)
................38
Storing passenger’s seat settings (memory)
..........38
Front seat with memory
..............................................37
Storing door mirror settings
...............................56
Front seats
..............................................................34
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Index
Sand
........................................................... 201
Switching off Low Range (reduction)
.................. 178
Switching on Low Range (reduction)
.................. 178
Track ruts
.................................................... 202
Uphill driving
................................................. 197
Water crossing
.............................................. 199
Off-road PSM functional description
........................... 184
Off-road roof-mounted headlights
............................... 217
Off-road shifting
Limit speed
.................................................. 177
Oil....................................................................... 251Change quantity
............................................ 359
Checking oil level with oil dipstick
..................... 252
Choosing the right oil
..................................... 253
Consumption
........................................... 6
, 349
Dipstick
....................................................... 253
Engine oil pressure
........................................ 153
Filler opening
................................................ 254
General information
........................................ 253
Oil-level warning on the multi-purpose display
...... 252
Temperature gage
......................................... 120
Topping up
................................................... 254
Oil level
Checking
...................................................... 252
On-board computer
Activating synchronous mirror adjustment
.......... 143
Changing settings
for opening and locking the vehicle
................... 143
Changing settings of central locking system
....... 143
Displaying status of level control
...................... 131
Displaying status of locks/reduction
................. 131
Displaying warning messages
.......................... 130
Displaying/resetting average consumption
......... 132
Gear display for Tiptronic S
............................. 171
Operating principle
........................................ 124
Overview of warning messages
........................ 149
Resetting to factory settings
............................ 148
Setting a speed limit
...................................... 129
Setting compass
........................................... 147
Setting language for displays
........................... 148
Setting lighting off delay
................................. 146
Setting the clock
........................................... 146
Setting the tire type and size
........................... 134
Setting Tire Pressure Monitoring
...................... 132
Setting tire sealant/sealing set
......................... 140
Setting units of displays
.................................. 148
Setting vehicle loading
.................................... 135
Switching daytime driving lights on/off
.............. 145
Switching off passenger compartment monitoring
142
Using the telephone
....................................... 128
Opening and closing
Automatically closing the rear lid
........................ 25
Closing the rear window
.................................... 27
Closing the spare wheel bracket
....................... 311
Engine compartment lid
.................................... 29
Loadspace floor
............................................ 207
Locking vehicle door with the car key
(remote control)
.............................................. 21
Opening the rear lid automatically
....................... 24
Opening the spare wheel bracket
...................... 310
Panorama roof system
..................................... 97
Roller blind for Panorama roof system
............... 100
Sliding/lifting roof
............................................ 92
Unlocking and opening rear window
.................... 27
Unlocking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
.20
Unlocking vehicle door with the car key
(remote control)
.............................................. 20
Opening and closing the engine compartment lid
............ 29
Opening and locking
Closing the rear lid automatically
........................ 25
Closing the rear window
.................................... 27
Engine compartment lid
.................................... 29
Locking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
... 21
Locking vehicle door with the car key
(remote control)
.............................................. 21
Opening and locking vehicle door from inside
....... 28
Opening the rear lid automatically
....................... 24
Unlocking and opening the rear window
............... 27
Unlocking vehicle door with car key
(remote control)
.............................................. 20
Unlocking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive
.20
Opening the rear lid automatically
................................ 24
Operating in other countries
..................................... 266
Operating overview
2-zone air conditioning
...................................... 70
4-zone air conditioning, front
............................. 75
4-zone air conditioning, rear
.............................. 76
Manual air-conditioning
..................................... 67
Parking heater
................................................ 81
Operating the function keys on steering wheel
............... 60
Operating the horn
.................................................... 58
Overview of capacities
Engine oil
..................................................... 359
Oxygen sensor
....................................................... 264
PPaint
Care instructions
........................................... 273
Polishing
...................................................... 273
Preserving
.................................................... 273
Removing spots and stains
.............................. 273
Repairing damage
.......................................... 273
Panic button
............................................................ 17
Panorama roof system
Brief overview
................................................. 96
Comfort function
.............................................. 99
Emergency operation
..................................... 101
Functional description
....................................... 97
Malfunctions
................................................... 99
Opening closing with car key
............................. 99
Opening/closing
.............................................. 98
Opening/closing roller blind
............................. 100
Roller blind cleaning position
............................ 101
ParkAssist
............................................................. 235
Distance display, front
.................................... 239
Distance display, rear
..................................... 239
Functional description
..................................... 237
Sensors
....................................................... 238
Switching on/off
............................................ 237
When driving with a trailer
............................... 240
Parking
................................................................. 175Applying the parking brake
.............................. 162
Distance display, front
.................................... 239
Distance display, rear
..................................... 239
Locking the vehicle
.......................................... 21
ParkAssist, functional description
..................... 237
Sensors
....................................................... 238
Switching ParkAssist on and off
........................ 237
When towing a trailer
...................................... 240
Parking aid
.............................................................. 56
Distance display, front
.................................... 239
Distance display, rear
..................................... 239
Functional description
..................................... 237
Sensors
....................................................... 238
Storing door mirror setting as parking aid
............ 38
Switching on/off
............................................ 237
Swivelling down mirror glass
.............................. 56
When driving with a trailer
............................... 240
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