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A statement by the seat manufacturer of compliance with this federal standard can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint.
The use of a child restraint system in the front passenger’s seat can result in serious personal injury or death to the child from an airbag deployment.
To reduce risk of injury from an inflating airbag in an accident, Porsche strongly recommends:fPlease see the chapter “PASS AIR BAG OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP” on page 42.
fFollow all child restraint instructions and warnings in this manual.
fWhen using an infant or child restraint system, be sure to follow all manufacturer's instructions on installation and use.fInfants and small children should neither be held on the lap, nor should they share a safety belt with another occupant while the vehicle is in motion.fChildren too big for child restraint systems must use regular safety belts. A shoulder belt can be used providing it does not cross the face or the neck of the child.fChoose a child restraint system according to the weight of the child.fChild restraint systems that are damaged or have been heavily stressed in an accident must be replaced immediately.fChildren could be endangered in a crash if their child restraints are not properly secured in vehicle.fDo not affix objects to child restraint systems or cover them with other materials.fFor maximum safety and protection, do not use a child restraint system in the front passenger seat.
Direction of installation for child restraint systems
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
Under all normal circumstances, the forward facing child seat must be placed in the rear. fDo not use a child restraint system in the front passenger seat.
Group 0 and 0+: Children up to 29 lbs (13 kg)
Children of this weight must be transported in a restraint system which is installed on the passenger‘s seat facing rearward.
Group I: Children in between 20 lbs (9 kg) and 40 lbs (18 kg)
Children of this weight are transported in child restraint systems facing forward. Whenever possible, these child restraint systems should be installed on the rear seats.
Group II: Children in between 33 lbs (15 kg) and 55 lbs (25 kg)
Children of this weight are transported in child restraint systems facing forward. Whenever possible, these child restraint systems should be installed on the rear seats.
Group III: Children in between 49 lbs (22 kg) and 80 lbs (36 kg)
Children of this weight are transported in child restraint systems facing forward. Whenever possible, these child restraint systems should be installed on the rear seats.If a child restraint system must be fastened to the passenger’s seat, the passenger’s seat must be adjusted to the upper rear position.
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Information
If a child seat with top tether is adapted for use on the front seat, do not use Toptether in the rear.
Using child restraint systems in the front passenger seat
The use of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat can result in serious personal injury or death to the child from an airbag deployment.To reduce risk of injury from an inflating airbag in an accident, Porsche strongly recommends:fPlease see the chapter “PASS AIR BAG OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP” on page 42.
However, there may be serious situations where it might be necessary to place a child in the front seat so that he/she can be kept under direct observation to prevent an immediate risk to the child (for example, while driving to the doctor or hospital). The following instructions are provided to you solely for that purpose.fSeek appropriate advice from your authorized Porsche dealer about the possible installation of a Porsche child restraint system.fIf a child restraint system must be fastened to the passenger's seat, adjust the passenger's seat as far away from the airbag as possible.fIf emergency or other serious conditions require a child to be placed in the front seat, exercise extreme caution and defensive driving of your vehicle.
Child restraint system for up to one-year old children
If the child restraint system must be fastened to the passenger’s seat in exceptional cases:– When an up to one-year old child is seated in the child restraint system, the front airbag is automatically deactivated on the passenger side.fMake sure that the “PASS AIR BAG OFF” indicator lamp lights up.fAdjust the passenger’s seat as far away from the airbag as possible.
When the ignition is on and the up to one-year old child is seated in the child restraint system on the passenger seat the indicator lamp “PASS AIR BAG OFF” must be on.
If the “PASS AIR BAG OFF” indicator lamp does not light up, it could indicate a fault in the system, and the airbag could inflate in a collision, placing the child at risk of death or severe injury from the inflating airbag.In this case:fChild restraint systems facing forwards: Install on the rear seats.fChild restraint systems facing rearwards: Do not drive with a rearward facing child restraint system.fHave the fault remedied at your nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
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Child restraint system for children older than one year
Your vehicle is equipped with occupant sensing for the passenger's seat in accordance with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208. Depending on the weight, body positioning and shape acting on the passenger's seat, the passenger's airbag will automatically be switched on or off.fIn case of doubt, fasten the child restraint system on the rear bench.
Small adult passengers
fMake sure that the PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp does not light up.
When the ignition is on and the small adult passenger is seated on the passenger seat, the indicator lamp “PASS AIR BAG OFF” must be off.
If the “PASS AIR BAG OFF” indicator lamp lights up, it could indicate a fault in the system.In this case:fHave the fault remedied at your nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
Automatic locking retractor
The safety belts for the front passenger and rear seats are equipped with an automatic locking retractor for securing the child restraint system. When activated, this retractor allows you to securely fasten the child restraint system in place so that inadvertent movements will not occur.
The use of a child restraint system on the front passenger seat can result in serious personal injury or death to the child from an airbag deployment.To reduce risk of injury from an inflating airbag in an accident, Porsche strongly recommends:fUnder all normal circumstances, the child seat must be placed in the rear. Do not use a child restraint system on the front passenger seat.
If there are emergency reasons for transporting a child in the front passenger seat, use a child restraint seat and the automatic locking retractor function. Follow the other safety instructions on the previous pages in this section.
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
fAfter fastening the child restraint system, do not adjust the seat in any direction.
Moving the seat could adjust the safety belt against the child restraint and cause the “PASS AIR BAG OFF” indicator lamp to go off and activate the airbag system.fCheck the condition of the passenger airbag system shown by the indicator lamp in the overhead operating console.
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Activating the automatic locking retractor
1. If a child restraint system must be fastened to the passenger's seat, adjust the passenger's seat as far away from the airbag as possible.2. Position child seat according to the child seat’s manufacturer instructions.3. Pull the safety belt retractor completely out. At this point the locking mechanism is activated.4. Insert the safety belt tongue into the buckle and make certain that it is properly latched. Make no more adjustments to the seat. 5. Allow the safety belt to retract until it is tight on the child restraint system. You may further tighten the belt by pulling on it to allow more of it to retract.Make sure that excessive safety belt forces do not occur by moving the seat with the child seat installed.
Releasing the safety belt
1. Unbuckle the safety belt latch. 2. Then make certain that the belt has fully retracted. At this point the automatic locking feature will be disengaged.Seek appropriate advice from your authorized Porsche dealer about the possible installation of a Porsche child restraint system.
LATCH Child Seat System
LATCH child seats are the best option for mounting a child seat in your Porsche. Such LATCH child seats can be installed only using the LATCH system in the rear seats.
Use only child restraint systems with the LATCH system ( Lower Anchorage and Tether for Ch ildren) recommended by Porsche. These systems have been tested and adjusted to the interior of your Porsche and the appropriate child weight groups. Other systems have not been tested and could entail an increased risk of injury.
You can obtain child seats that are LATCH- compatible at your authorized Porsche dealer.
Always observe the separate installation instructions for your child seat.Using a LATCH child seat system
The rear seats are equipped with the LATCH system (lower anchorage and anchor points for tether straps on the back of the backrests).
Removing the backrest lower section
Detach the backrest lower section at the top center (Velcro strap) and disengage from the ISOFIX brackets.
Markings on the right and left for the LATCH child seat anchorage can be found on the backrest lower section of the rear seats.
The anchor bars A for the LATCH child seat anchorage can be found under the backrest lower section.
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Roll-Over Protection
On the Cabriolet, a roll-over protection system installed behind the rear seats is extended within fractions of a second in the event of an accident. This generates a loud noise. If necessary, the seat-belt tensioners for the front seats will be activated.fPlease see the chapter “SAFETY-BELT PRETENSIONER” on page 37.
The roll-over protection system consists of two extendable assemblies which, together with the windshield frame, ensure sufficient headroom for all occupants if the vehicle rolls over.
Risk of damage to the convertible top and roll-over protection when opening and closing the convertible top.
Extended roll-over protection will obstruct the movement of the convertible top.fDo not open or close the convertible top with the roll-over protection extended.
A roll-over protection system that has been tampered with or obstructed in its movement may malfunction, resulting in serious or fatal injury.
A roll-over protection system that has been tampered with does not offer any protection. It may be triggered inadvertently, or not respond when needed. fDo not modify the wiring or components of the roll-over protection system.fKeep body parts and objects out of the area of movement of the extendable assemblies.fDo not open the covers of the extendable assemblies.fMake sure that no water or cleaning agents get into the roll-over protection system when cleaning the vehicle.
fIf the roll-over protection system is in any way faulty, please contact an authorized Porsche dealer to do this work.
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If the roll-over protection is triggered when the convertible top is closed, the rear window is destroyed.
Airbag Warning light
If the roll-over protection system is faulty, the airbag warning light on the instrument cluster will light up. Extension of the extendable assemblies is not ensured.fHave the fault repaired immediately at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Triggered roll-over protection system
fNever press the extendable assemblies back into the original position.fPlease contact an authorized Porsche dealer.
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Instrument Panel USA Models
AEngine oil temperature gauge B Speedometer C Tachometer D Multi-function display E Coolant temperature gauge
F Engine oil pressure gauge G Reset button for trip counter display/ brightness setting for instrument panelH Odometer I Digital speedometer J Upshift indicator K Indicator for selector-lever position Gear displayL Fuel gauge M Marking showing position of filler flap
Warning and indicator lights on the tachometer
Warning and indicator lights on the speedometer
Emission control warning light (Check Engine)
Airbag warning light
Safety belt warning light
PSM warning light
PSM OFF warning light
ABS warning light
Turn signal, left
Turn signal, right
Brake warning light
High beam indicator light
Electric parking brake warning light
Rear fog light indicator light
HOLD function indicator light
Low beam indicator light
High Beam Assistant indicator light
PDLS warning light
Tire pressure warning light
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Instrument Panel Canada Models
AEngine oil temperature gauge B Speedometer C Tachometer D Multi-function display E Coolant temperature gauge
F Engine oil pressure gauge G Reset button for trip counter display/ brightness setting for instrument panelH Odometer I Digital speedometer J Upshift indicator K Indicator for selector-lever position Gear displayL Fuel gauge M Marking showing position of filler flap
Warning and indicator lights on the tachometer
Warning and indicator lights on the speedometer
Emission control warning light (Check Engine)
Airbag warning light
Safety belt warning light
PSM warning light
PSM OFF warning light
ABS warning light
Turn signal, left
Turn signal, right
Brake warning light
High beam indicator light
Electric parking brake warning light
Rear fog light indicator light
HOLD function indicator light
Low beam indicator light
High Beam Assistant indicator light
PDLS warning light
Tire pressure warning light
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Fuel gauge warning light onMind remaining distance Refuel at the next opportunity.
Fault tank displayservice necessary
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Check gas cap Position tank cap correctly and screw on until it locks securely.
Refill washer fluid
Fasten seat belt All vehicle occupants must fasten their safety belts.
Loss of airbag Pilot lampService required
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Passenger airbag on/off The passenger airbag is switched on/off.
Power steering fail. Increased effortDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Power steering restrictedConsult a workshopDriving permitted
Steering assistance is temporarily reduced. Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
Rear-wh steering failure. Careful continuation possible
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Rear-wh steering fault Adapted driving permitted Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Remove key from ignition
Remove keyfrom trunk
Key not found / Key malfunction Change key position
Make sure that you have the driver's key with you.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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