2014 PORSCHE 911 TURBO oil temperature

Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display 101
Display and measurement of the engine oil level
Risk of engine damage due to inadequate lubrication.fRegularly check the oil level each time before refueling.fDo not allow the oil level to fall below the minimum mark.
Prerequisites for the oil-level gauge:
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Switch off engine, which is at operating temperature.3. Wait for approx. 1 minute. 4. Select the “Oil measurement” function on the multi-function display.
Selecting the Oil measurement function on the multi-function display
fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES” on page 129.
Example displays for oil level A - Maximum oil level reached B - Minimum oil level reached C - Oil level below minimum D - Oil level above maximum
Measured oil level
The oil level reading is shown on the segment display in the Oil measurement menu.
If the segments are filled in green up to the top line (illustration A), the oil level has reached the maximum mark.fUnder no circumstances add engine oil.
If the bottom segment is shown in yellow (illustration B), the oil level has reached the minimum mark.
The message “ Oil level minimum reached Refill oil ” appears on the multi-function display.fAdd engine oil immediately.
If the bottom segment is red (illustration C), the oil level has dropped below the minimum mark.
The message “ Oil level below min. Refill oil at once Do not drive on ” appears on the multi- function display.fAdd engine oil immediately.
Top-up quantity
The difference between the minimum and maximum marks on the segment display is approx. 1.8 quarts (1.7 liters).fNever add more engine oil than required to reach the maximum mark.
If the segments are shown in yellow up to the top edge (illustration D), this indicates that the maximum engine filling capacity has been exceeded. Exceeding the maximum capacity may result in blue smoke formation and cause long-term damage to the catalytic converters depending on the overfill quantity and various external influences.
If too much engine oil was added, the message “ Oil level above maximum Consult a workshop Driving permitted ” appears on the multi-function display.fHave the oil quantity corrected at the next opportunity.Please contact an authorized Porsche dealer.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” Select > “ Oil measurement” and confirm.
NOTICE
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Measuring the oil level after topping up engine oil or opening the engine compartment lid
The oil level can be checked after waiting for approx. 1 minute with the vehicle parked on a level surface and the engine at operating temperature.
If the engine compartment lid is opened when the engine is cold (e.g. in order to top up engine oil), the oil level cannot be displayed for a certain time.The message “ No information about oil level available at present ” appears on the multi- function display.fEngine oil should therefore only be topped up with the engine at operating temperature. This ensures short waiting times for the soonest possible oil level display.
Failure
If the oil-level indicator fails, the message “ Oil level measurement fault Consult a workshop Driving permitted ” appears on the multi-function display.
Setting speed limits
If a speed limit is preset and activated on the multi-function display, a warning message appears if the speed limit is exceeded.A speed limit can be used to remind the driver to keep to the maximum speed permitted for the tire type fitted to the vehicle, for example.
Setting a speed limit
You can either adopt the current speed of the vehicle or specify your own speed limit.
Activating and deactivating speed limits
Adjusting vehicle settings
Various vehicle settings can be modified in the “ Settings” submenu.
For information on modifying vehicle settings:fPlease see the chapter “VEHICLE SETTINGS ON THE MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY” on page 117.
Audio Menu
In the “ Audio” main menu, you can select a radio station either from the station list or the list of stored stations, depending on the settings, or a track from the active audio source, e.g. disk.
For information on adjusting audio menu settings:fPlease see the chapter “ADAPTING DISPLAY CONTENTS OF AUDIO MAIN MENU” on page 118.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Limits” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Limits”
2.Select “Limit 1: ---” or “ Limit 2: ---“ and confirm.
3. Select “Current speed” or „ ---“ and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Limits”
2.Select “Limit 1: ---” or “ Limit 2: ---“ and confirm.
3. Select “Active”
4.Confirm your selection.
Limit is active.
Limit is not active.
1. Select “Audio” in the main menu and confirm.
2. Select the desired radio station or track and confirm.
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Available display contents: –“ Veh. voltage” –“ Oil pressure” –“ Oil temperature” –“ Boost pressure” –“ Coolant temp.” – Coolant temperature –“ Fuel Range” –“ Dst: Arrival” – Arrival time at destination –“ Int.: Arrival” – Arrival time at intermediate destination –“ Dst: Trip time” – Driving time to destination –“ Int.: Trip time” – Driving time to intermediate destination–“ Compass” –“ GPS height” –“ Time” –“ Date”. –“ Station/Track” – Current radio station/ music track–“ Phone info” – Network strength/network name–“ Blank line” – Line remains empty
Information
One item of information cannot be assigned to several areas or one area and the “Upper line”.
Adapting upper status area
You can assign various items of information to the upper status area A in the multi-function display.
Available display contents: –“ Station name” –“ Fuel Range” –“ Compass” –“ Blank line” No information is displayed in the upper status area A.
Displaying PCM information on the multi-function display
You can configure the multi-function display to temporarily display different items of information relating to Porsche Communication Management (PCM).
Available PCM information: –“ Map info” Navigation map appears automatically when navigation information is available.–“ Phone info” Information on incoming and outgoing calls is displayed.–“ Voice control” Help text appears when the voice control button is pressed.–“ Arrow info” Navigation arrow appears automatically when navigation information is available.–“ Speed limit” Speed limits marked on the map in the navigation system are displayed.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Display”
2.“Vehicle menu” and confirm.
3. Select “1:” or “ 2:” or “ 3:” or “ 4:” and confirm.
4. Select the desired display contents and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Display”
2.“Upper line” and confirm.
3. Select the desired display contents and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Display”
2.Select “PCM display” and confirm.
3. Select the PCM information in the main menu.
4. Confirm your selection.
Information is displayed.
Information is not displayed.
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Overview of Warning and Information Messages
If a warning message appears, always refer to the corresponding sections in this Owner’s Manual. Warning messages are issued only if all measurement prerequisites are met. Therefore, check all fluid levels regularly – in particular, always check the engine oil level before refueling.
Warning and information message categories
fVisit or consult an authorized Porsche dealer immediately.
fVisit an authorized Porsche dealer at the next opportunity.
fVisit an authorized Porsche dealer at the next opportunity or remedy yourself.
Red System failure or warning
Yellowfault or system failure warning
WhiteInformation/message
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
Oil press. too low Park vehiclesafely
Stop immediately in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving. Select “Oil measurement” on the multi-function display. Add engine oil if necessary.Do not continue driving if the warning message is displayed despite the oil level being correct.Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Oil pressure measurement faultDriving permittedConsult a workshop
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Oil temperature too high Reduce load Switch engine off and let it cool. Check oil level and, if necessary, add oil.
Oil temperature indicator faultConsult a workshopDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Oil level measurement faultConsult a workshopDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
No information about oil levelavailable at present
The oil level can be checked after waiting for approx. 1 minute with the vehicle parked on a level surface and the engine at operating temperature. If the rear luggage compartment lid is opened when the engine is cold (e.g. to top up engine oil), the oil level cannot be displayed for a certain time.
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Oil level minimum reachedRefill oil
Top up engine oil immediately.
Oil level below min. Refill oil at once Do not drive on
Top up engine oil immediately.
Oil level above maximumConsult a workshopDriving permitted
Visit an authorized Porsche dealer at the next opportunity and have the oil drained to the correct level.
Gauge moves to maximum markEngine too hot Park vehicle to cool down Coolant or engine oil temperature is too high. Switch off engine and let it cool.Check coolant or engine oil level. If necessary, top up coolant / engine oil.
Refill coolant Observeengine temperature
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Gauge moves to maximum markRefill coolant immediatelyDo not drive on
Switch engine off and let it cool. Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Cooling system faultConsult a workshopService required
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Coolant temp indicator faultDriving permittedConsult a workshop
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Engine fan failure Avoid full loadDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Generator fault Park vehiclesafely
Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving.Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Low battery Start the engine and run for extended period
Start the engine immediately so that the battery can be charged.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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Distance Please brake Insufficient distance from vehicle in front.
ACC/PAS unavailable Service required Adaptive cruise control (ACC): Sensor at the front of the vehicle may be adversely affected by dirt, snow, ice or adverse weather conditions. Adjust your speed and driving style. Have the adaptive cruise control (ACC) or Porsche “Active Safe” fault rectified at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Limit 1/2 exceeded Selected speed limit 1 or 2 exceeded.
Warning light on the coolant temperature gauge flashes
Fault of the engine controlsystem
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Outside temp. display defectiveService required
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Aerodynamic rear spoilerClose sunroof
Close the sunroof.
Close sunroof completely
Decrease speedMove roof cover to end position
Open or close convertible top fully.
Top is opening/closing Message goes out in limit position.
Roof cover in service positionCar not ready
Roof control faultService required Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Place down wind deflector Message goes out in limit position.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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Maintenance and Car Care 221
Radiator fan, engine compartment blowers
The engine-compartment blowers are mounted under the engine compartment lid.After the engine is switched off, the engine compartment temperature is monitored for approx. 30 minutes.During this period, and depending on temperature, the engine-compartment blowers may continue to run or start to run.fCarry out work in this area only with the engine off and exercise extreme caution.
The radiators and radiator fans are in the front of the vehicle.The radiator fans in the front of the vehicle may be operating or unexpectedly start operating when the engine is switched on.fCarry out work in these areas only with the engine switched off.fTake great care to ensure that parts of the body, items of clothing or jewelery cannot be drawn in by the radiator fan, engine-compartment blower, drive belt or other moving parts.
Measurements on test stands
Performance test
Performance tests on roller-type test stands are not approved by Porsche.
Brake tests
Brake tests must be performed only on roller-type test stands.
The following limit values must not be exceeded on roller-type test stands: – Test speed 4.7 mph (7.5 km/h)– Test duration 20 seconds
Testing the electric parking brake
Electric parking brake tests on the brake test stand must only be performed with the ignition switched on and with the Porsche Doppelkupplung selector lever in position N. The vehicle switches automatically to brake test stand mode, in which the electric parking brake can be tested.The message “ Electric parking brake in service mode ” appears on the multi-function display in the instrument panel.
Balancing wheels on the vehicle
During finish balancing of the wheels, the entire vehicle must be lifted and the wheels must be free to turn.
Engine Oil
It is important to perform oil changes regularly in accordance with the intervals specified in your Maintenance Schedule .
Engine oil consumption
It is normal for your engine to consume oil. The rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which the engine is operated, the climate, road conditions as well
as the amount of dilution and oxidation of the lubricant.
If the vehicle is used for repeated short trips, and consumes a normal amount of oil, the engine oil measurement may not show any drop in the oil level at all, even after 600 miles (1000 km) or more. This is because the oil is gradually becoming diluted with fuel or moisture, making it appear that the oil level has not changed. The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is driven at high speeds, as on an expressway, making it then appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving at high speeds.
If the conditions you drive your vehicle in are dusty, humid, or hot, the frequency of the oil change intervals should be greater.
If the vehicle is driven at a high rate of speed, climatic conditions are warm, and the load is high, the oil should be checked more frequently, as driving conditions will determine the rate of oil consumption.– The engine in your vehicle depends on oil to lubricate and cool all of its moving parts. Therefore, the engine oil should be checked regularly and kept at the required level.– Make it a habit to have the engine oil level checked with every refueling.– The oil pressure warning light is not an oil level indicator. The oil pressure warning light indicates serious engine damage may be occurring when lit, if engine rpm is above idle speed.
Radiator Fans, Engine Compartment Blowers
WARNINGh
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222 Maintenance and Car Care
Checking Engine Oil Level
fCheck the oil level on the multi-function display at regular intervals before refueling.fPlease see the chapter “DISPLAY AND MEASUREMENT OF THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL” on page 101.
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.
If you suspect an oil leak in the engine have your authorized Porsche dealer check it out immediately.
Top-up quantity
The difference between the minimum and maximum marks on the segment display is approx. 1.8 quarts (1.7 liters).fNever add more engine oil than required to reach the maximum mark.
If the oil level is too low, this is indicated by the oil-warning light on the multi-function display.fAdd engine oil immediately.fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES” on page 129.
Measuring the oil level after topping up engine oil or opening the engine compartment lid
The oil level can be checked after waiting for approx. 1 minute with the vehicle parked on a level surface and the engine at operating temperature.
If the engine compartment lid (Cabriolet convertible-top compartment lid) is opened when the engine is cold (e.g. in order to top up engine oil), the oil level cannot be displayed for a certain time.The message “ No information about oil level available at present ” appears on the multi-function display.fEngine oil should therefore only be topped up with the engine at operating temperature. This ensures short waiting times for the soonest possible oil level display.
Hands, fingers, items of clothing (ties, sleeves, etc.), necklaces or long hair can be drawn in by moving parts, e.g. the engine-compartment blowers, drive belt, etc., when working in the engine compartment.
The engine-compartment blowers are mounted under the engine compartment lid.After the engine is switched off, the engine compartment temperature is monitored for approx. 30 minutes.During this period, and depending on temperature, the engine-compartment blowers may continue to run or start to run.fCarry out work in this area only with the engine off and exercise extreme caution.
Risk of burns from hot parts in the engine compartment.fExercise extreme caution when working in the engine compartment.fPlease see the chapter “MEASUREMENTS ON TEST STANDS” on page 221.
Information
The “Check Engine” warning light may come on if the cap of the oil filler opening is opened while the engine is running.
Topping Up Engine Oil
Porsche recommends .
The right oil for your vehicle:
1) Generally, you can find details on the manufacturer approvals on the oil containers or as a notice displayed by the retailer.The current approval status is also available from your authorized Porsche dealer.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 the temperature range above –13 °F(–25 °C).
Swallowing Engine Oil
Engine Oil Cancer Risk
Oil-level warning
DANGERh
WARNINGh
Engine-compartment blowers or other moving parts in the area of the engine
WARNINGh
Hot Engine Parts
Complies with approval1)Viscosity class2)
Porsche A40 SAE 0W - 403)
SAE 5W - 404)
SAE 5W - 504)
WARNINGh
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