2010 PORSCHE CAYMAN S light

Sport Chrono stopwatchSPORT and SPORT PLUS but tons
on the centre console
Three -spoke sports steering wheel with gearshif t switches
For maximum dexterit y, PSM
can be set to standby while the
car is still in ‘Sport ’ mode (p. 72).
For safet y, it is set to intervene
automatically only when ABS
assistance is required on both
front wheels.
A key component of the Sport
Chrono Package is the swivel-
mounted stopwatch in the centre
of the dashboard with analogue
and digital display.
In combination with Porsche
Doppelkupplung (PDK), the Sport
Chrono Package offers t wo addi -
tional functions that are activated
by the SPORT PLUS but ton.
First, ‘Launch Control’, which
ensures you achieve the fastest
possible rate of acceleration from
a standing start – on the racetrack,
for example. ‘Launch Control’ is

operated via the SPORT PLUS
but ton with the ‘D’ or ‘M’ drive
position selected. Whilst the driver
depresses the brake pedal
with the lef t foot, the right foot
depresses the accelerator pedal
to the floor. With the accelerator
in the kickdown position, the
delayed until the upper rev range.
The shif t times are shorter, the
gear changes sportier. At low
rates of deceleration, the system
initiates a swif ter, brake-induced
downshift. In manual mode,

gear changes are faster and more
dynamic. In ‘Sport ’ mode, the
PSM system (p. 72) intervenes
later for increased longitudinal and
lateral dynamics. PSM now af fords
greater manoeuvrabilit y under
braking and exit acceleration,
especially at low speeds.
Sport Chrono Package.
Do you think driving a Porsche
should be an even more involving
experience than it is already? Your
wish is our command. On request,
we can equip your vehicle with the
Sport Chrono Package, which is
available for both of the Cayman
models. Its functions enable even
sportier tuning of the engine and
chassis and guarantee even more
driving pleasure.
Selecting the SPORT but ton
on the centre console activates ‘Sport ’ mode, which makes
throt tle response significantly
more immediate, adjusts the
rev-limiter to a harder set ting,

and tunes the engine dynamics
for performance driving.
The optional Porsche Active
Suspension Management (PASM)
also switches to ‘Sport ’ mode,
which of fers harder damping
and more direct steering and,
therefore, bet ter road holding.
With the optional PDK in automatic
mode, gearshif t points are system detects the driver’s
request for Launch mode and revs
the engine to an optimum speed
of approximately 6,500 rpm.
Engine torque increases and the
clutch closes slightly. The message
‘Launch Control’ appears on
the display on the steering wheel
for PDK. The driver now quickly
releases the brake – and prepares
for maximum acceleration.
Second, the ‘motorsport- derived
gearshif t strategy’. Using this, PDK
is geared up for maximum shif t
speed, the shortest possible shif t
times and optimum shif t points
for maximum acceleration – for
uncompromising performance.
Sport Chrono Package Plus.
On request, the optional Porsche
Communication Management
(PCM, p. 92) can be combined
with the Sport Chrono Package
Plus. In addition to the functions
of the Sport Chrono Package,
it includes a personal memory
function, which can be controlled
using PCM, and a performance
display for evaluating lap times.
Throttle
response
in ‘Sport’
mode Throttle
response
in ‘Normal’
mode
Both sets of characteristics
are dependent on engine
speed
Pedal travel (%)
(%)
Torque
as percentage of maximum
Comparison of the ETC characteristic curve in ‘Normal’ mode and ‘Sport ’ mode
Cayman | Chassis
6263

Cayman SBi -Xenon headlights with dynamic cornering lights and LED day time running lights Night design, rear
Night design, front
There can be no driving pleasure without peace of mind.
Introducing the safety features of the Cayman models.
The low front fog lights of fer

outstanding illumination and a
high -level third brake light is
neatly integrated into the rear
window. LED technology is used
in the taillights, brake lights and
rear fog light to provide bet ter
illumination and respond more
quickly to driver input.
Bi-Xenon headlights with
dynamic cornering lights and
LED daytime running lights.
Available as an option for the
Cayman models are Bi-Xenon
headlights including dynamic
cornering lights and LED day time
running lights. Bi-Xenon headlights
are around t wice as powerful as
halogen headlights so they of fer
improved visibilit y and illuminate
the road more evenly. In fact, they
are so ef fective that fog lights are
no longer necessary. A headlight
cleaning system is built-in.
Dynamic cornering lights of fer
particularly effective illumination
of the road ahead, particularly
through bends. Sensors continu -
ously monitor the speed, lateral
acceleration and steering
lock and, from these variables,
calculate the course of the bend.
This determines the angle of
the dynamic cornering lights, with
the lights able to swivel towards
the inside of the bend up to a
limit of 15 degrees, even with the
main beam switched on.Active safety.
Active safet y is a topic that
Porsche actively supports. With
generous safet y margins, even
the suspension tuning makes a
decisive contribution. Optimum
acceleration enables rapid
overtaking and optimum braking
minimises stopping distances.
Safe contact with the road is
provided not only by the wheel/
t yre combination but also by the auto - deploying bi-plane rear

spoiler and aerodynamic front end.
Another important standard
safet y feature is Porsche Stabilit y
Management (PSM, p. 72).
See and be seen. This is a
slogan that t ypifies the headlights
concept. The design is unmistak -
able, the brightness unmissable.
The halogen headlights with LED
position lights in the front light unit
ensure clear visibilit y at all times.
Cayman | Safet y
6667

Cayman S with PCCB
corrosion and offer more favour-
able noise-damping properties.
Six-piston aluminium monobloc
fixed calipers on the front axle
and four-piston units at the
rear provide a high and constant
brake pressure. The pedal
response is fast and precise with
only moderate input required. of even the most durable brake
pads and discs. We recommend
that all brake components be

professionally inspected and
replaced where necessary af ter
every track event.Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB).
On request, we can equip your
Cayman S with a brake system
that has already had to cope
with the harshest requirements of
motorsport: the Porsche Ceramic
Composite Brake (PCCB). The
ceramic brake discs have a diam -
eter of 350 mm front and rear –
for extremely powerful braking. All the necessary ingredients are
there for a short braking distance,
even in the toughest conditions.
Moreover, safet y under braking

at high speeds is increased thanks
to the excellent fade resistance
of PCCB.
The key advantage of PCCB is that
the brake discs are approximately
50 % lighter than standard discs
of similar design and size. A factor
The brake discs are formed from

a specially treated carbon -fibre
compound that is silicated in a
high-vacuum process at approxi -
mately 1,700 °C. Not only are the
resulting discs much harder than
standard discs, they are more
resistant to heat. The low thermal
expansion of the brake discs
prevents deformation under heav y
braking. Furthermore, the ceramic
brake discs are totally resistant to that helps to reduce unsprung and
rotating masses on the vehicle.
The consequence of this is bet ter
road holding and increased

comfort, particularly on uneven
roads, as well as greater agilit y
and improved handling.
Please note that circuit racing,
trackday use and other forms
of performance driving can
significantly reduce the service life
Cayman | Safet y
7071

Aluminium
it is automatically reactivated for
your safet y if either of the front
wheels (in ‘Sport ’ mode, both
of the front wheels) requires ABS
assistance. ABD remains perma -
nently active. Two additional
functions of PSM increase safet y
even further: precharging of the
brake system, and brake assist.
If you suddenly release the accel -
erator pedal, PSM automatically
readies the braking system. With
the braking system having been
precharged, the brake pads are
already in light contact with the
brake discs. Maximum braking
power is therefore achieved much rigidit y of the car. The forces
exerted in a frontal collision are
transmit ted into the side structure
along a higher load path (4),

which improves the deformation
characteristics of the passenger
cell even further.Porsche Stability Management
(PSM).
PSM, which comes as standard, is
an automatic control system that
stabilises the vehicle at the limits
of dynamic driving performance.
Sensors continuously monitor
driving direction, speed, yaw veloc-
it y and lateral acceleration. Using
this information, PSM computes the
actual direction of motion. If this
direction deviates from the desired
course, PSM initiates braking
interventions targeted at individual
wheels in order to stabilise the
vehicle.
sooner. When sudden braking is
detected, the brake assist function
applies maximum brake pressure
to all four wheels.
Passive safety:
engineered design.
The system of longitudinal and
transverse members at the front
of the vehicle (1) distributes the
Under acceleration on wet or
low-grip road surfaces, PSM
improves traction using the ABD
(automatic brake differential)
and ASR (anti-slip regulation)
functions, giving an agile
response. When ‘Sport ’ mode is
selected on the optional Sport
Chrono Packages (p. 62), the PSM
intervention threshold is raised to
enable greater driver involvement
– particularly at speeds of up to
approximately 70 km/ h (45 mph).
The integrated ABS can further
reduce the braking distance.
For an even sportier drive, PSM
can be deactivated. However, forces exerted onto the bodyshell
in the event of an impact
and minimises deformation of

the passenger cell. Our patented
body work structure with a rigid
bulkhead cross member (2) made
of ultra high -strength steel
absorbs the forces introduced
into the system of longitudinal
members which prevents deforma -
tion of the foot well. The reinforced
doors (3) contribute to the overall
Cayman
Cayman | Safet y
7273
1
1
1
23
4
1

Cayman S dashboard with optional equipment, including PCM, cordless handset, Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM), Sport Chrono Package Plus and PDK
Doppel
kupplung (PDK), as well as
the selected gear. The dial on the
left contains the analogue speed -
ometer with digital trip meter and
total distance display. The design
and legibilit y of the dials are also
enhanced by the white backlight
illumination. of this steering wheel is of fered

as an option. Also available as an
option is the three-spoke sports
steering wheel with gearshift
paddles (p. 52). For extra comfort
on those cold days, steering
wheel heating is also available

on
request for all steering wheels
(steering wheel heating available
only in conjunction with heated
seats).
Instruments.
Each black circular dial in the
instrument cluster – aluminium-
coloured in the Cayman S model
– provides important information
at a glance. In the centre is the
analogue rev counter with digital
speedometer and a customisable
display of key data from the
Steering wheels.
The Cayman models feature as
standard a three-spoke sports
steering wheel with full-size airbag.
The steering wheel is adjustable
for height and reach and the
rim is in smooth -finish leather.
As an option, you can specif y a
three-spoke multifunction steering
wheel in leather with integrated
but tons for the most essential
standard on -board computer.

Additional data, such as average
fuel consumption, fuel range
or the data of the optional TPM
can be shown as desired.
The right-hand dial displays a
range of information, including
the outside temperature and shif t
pat tern of the optional Porsche audio and, where applicable,

navigation and telephone functions.
Alternatively, the multifunction
steering wheel is available in
smooth -finish leather, Aluminium
Look, carbon or macassar wood.
Fit ted as standard in conjunction
with Porsche Doppelkupplung
(PDK) is the three-spoke sports
steering wheel with gearshift
switches. A multifunction version
Cayman | Comfort
8081

Rear screenCayman with Park Assist
Water-repellent side windows.
The surfaces of the side windows
are treated with a water-repellent
coating so that not only water
but also dirt runs away more
easily, thereby providing optimum
visibilit y even in poor weather.
Windscreen wipers.
The windscreen wipers with
an adjustable intermit tent wipe
speed are aerodynamic and
ParkAssist.
As soon as reverse gear is
engaged, the optional Park Assist
is activated automatically. If you
move too close to an obstacle,
a warning signal begins to sound,
becoming faster until the car
stops. The sensors of the optional
Park Assist are neatly concealed in
the rear bumper.
‘Welcome Home’ lighting.
When the vehicle is opened
or closed using the key remote,
the standard automatic locator
lighting automatically switches on
the fog lights and LED day time
running lights. This is particularly
convenient at night. In conjunction
with the optional PCM (p. 92) and
Sport Chrono Package Plus (p. 63),
the delayed lighting switch - of f
period can be adjusted as desired. inconspicuous. The windscreen
washer system has t wo heated
and filtered nozzles. An integrated
rain sensor is available as

an option (in conjunction with
auto-dimming mirrors).
Rear screen.
The rear screen is tinted and has
heating functionalit y. Its generous
size af fords excellent rearward
visibilit y. A detachable fabric
screen on the inside of the rear lid
HomeLink® (programmable
garage door opener).
The optional programmable
garage door opener is integrated
into the overhead console and
remotely controls up to three dif -
ferent garage doors, gates, home
lighting and/or alarm systems. provides additional privacy for

the main luggage area.
Rear wiper.
The Cayman models can be
equipped with an effective and
streamlined rear wiper on request.
It is st yled to blend seamlessly into
the overall design of the vehicle.
Cayman | Comfort
8485

Top marks for cleanliness.
1) Not in markets with leaded fuel.
In short, the Cayman is not only
extremely sport y, it is also very
clean.
This at tribute is achieved by
means of a t wo -stage cascade-
t ype cataly tic converter
which comprises t wo monolith
substrates on each of the t win
exhaust tracts. These specially
coated substrates contain
ultra-fine honeycomb channels in
which pollutants are converted
as exhaust gas passes through.
The stereo Lambda control
circuitry controls and monitors
each cylinder bank separately,
while another Lambda sensor
on each cylinder bank monitors
pollutant conversion in the respec -
tive cataly tic converter (p. 44).
1)
In an era of intensif ying debate
about global climate change and
CO
2 emissions, every automotive
manufacturer is asking itself
what it has to of fer in terms
of environmental protection. Our
answer has long been the same:
maximum ef ficiency.
Over the last 15 years, Porsche
has managed to reduce the
fuel consumption of its vehicles
by an average of 1.7 % each year.
Improvements in fuel economy
also have a beneficial impact
on CO
2 emissions. In relation to
power output (g / km per hp),
Porsche is already among those
manufacturers achieving the
lowest CO
2 emissions. This has
been achieved through an ef ficient
drive concept (DFI), light weight
construction, optimum aerody -
namics and low rolling resistance. This high level of environmental
responsibilit y is clearly demon
-
strated by our approach to
environmental management at the
Porsche development centre in
Weissach. Here, all technological
developments are carried out
with environmental protection in
mind. The goal? Pure perform -
ance – but not at the expense of
the environment. A goal achieved
by the Cayman models.
Exhaust emission control.
Both engines comply with stringent
emission standards, including Euro 5
in Europe and LEV II/ ULEV in
the USA. Vehicles manufactured
by Porsche demonstrate that even
high -performance sportscars
can achieve moderate emission
values in their respective category.
Cayman | Environment
100 101

Noise.
The Cayman models comply with
all applicable noise regulations
without any form of engine encap-
sulation. To achieve this, noises
are eliminated at source. Engine
parts are stif f, moving parts are
light weight and tolerances are
kept to a minimum. Large-volume
silencers and resonators in the
air intake system minimise noise
further. For the entire service life
of the vehicle.
Servicing.
Long service intervals of fer
clear advantages. For you: lower
costs and saved time. For the
environment: the use of fewer
consumables and replacement
parts. For full details of service
intervals, please refer to the
separate price list.
Fuel economy and recycling.
At Porsche, a fundamental aspect
of design is intelligent light weight
construction. For both economical
and ecological reasons. This
forms the basis for low fuel con -
sumption values in conjunction
with outstanding performance.
It is economical thanks to the
high proportion of aluminium cast
alloys, plastics and super high-
strength sheet steel used. This
is substantially lighter and more
stable than conventional steel. In
the Cayman models approximately
20 % of components are made
from light weight alloys. We use
only innovative and environmen -
tally friendly components,
and each material is labelled to
facilitate its separation for
recycling. Recycled plastics are
used where they meet exacting
technical requirements. In all, the
Cayman models are approximately
95 % recyclable. In addition, Porsche uses only
environmentally friendly water-
based paints. The Cayman is
absolutely free of asbestos, CFCs
and components manufactured
using CFCs. This is because,

here at Porsche, environmental
protection does not begin at
the end of a vehicle’s life. It starts
at the planning and development
stage.
Fuel.
The Cayman models are already
designed to operate on fuels with
an ethanol content of up to 10 %.
Ethanol has a positive impact on
the CO
2 balance since the plants
cultivated for the production of
this biofuel also absorb CO
2 from
the atmosphere.
The active carbon filter and
a special coating on the fuel tank
reduce the amount of hydrocar -
bons released from the fuel
system. All fuel lines are made of
aluminium, while vapour- carrying
lines are made from multi-layered
plastic.
Cayman | Environment
102103