2014 PORSCHE 911 TURBO ignition

120 Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display
Adapting lower status area
You can assign the current time and outside temperature to the lower status area B in the multi-function display.
Available display contents: –“ Time” –“ Temperature” –“ Time & Temp.”
Adjusting display brightness
The brightness of the multi-function display can be adjusted to suit individual requirements.
Light and visibility settings
The exterior lights, interior lighting and visual aids for reversing the vehicle can be adapted individually.
Adjusting exterior lights
You can adapt the exterior light functions on the vehicle e.g. off delays of the Welcome Home and Entry functions in the “ Exterior lights” menu.
Activating and deactivating High Beam Assistant
High Beam Assistant can be activated and deactivated. The settings remain stored when the ignition is switched on and off.
Adjusting off delay for Welcome Home and Entry functions
The off delay of the Welcome Home and Entry functions can be adapted individually.
Adjusting interior lights
Interior light functions on the vehicle can be adapted individually in the “ Interior lights” menu.
Activating or deactivating interior lights when the door is opened (depending on equipment)
You can configure the interior lights to be switched on when the door is opened.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Display”
2.“Lower line” and confirm.
3. Select the desired display contents and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Display”
2.“Brightness” and confirm.
3. Adjust to the desired display brightness and confirm the setting.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Exterior lights” and confirm.
1. Main menu: Select “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Exterior lights”
2.Select “High beam assist.”
3.Confirm your selection.
High Beam Assistant is activated.
High Beam Assistant is deactivated.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Exterior lights”
2.“Fade-out” and confirm.
3. Set desired off delay and confirm the setting.
1. Main menu: Select “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Interior lights” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Interior lights”
2.Select “by opening door” in the display.
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Adjusting reversing options
You can configure the exterior mirror to lower automatically when reverse gear is engaged.
Lowering exterior mirror on passenger’s side when parking
You can configure the door mirror on the passenger’s side to tilt downwards automatically when reverse gear is engaged to provide a better view of the curb.
Locking settings
The locking and unlocking settings on the vehicle can be adjusted.The Easy Entry function can be switched on and off.
Setting door unlocking
You can configure specific doors to unlock when the vehicle is unlocked.
Available setting options: –“ All doors” All doors are unlocked when the vehicle is unlocked.–“ Driver’s door” The driver’s door is unlocked when the vehicle is unlocked.
Setting door locking
You can configure the doors to remain unlocked or lock automatically after a delay on entering the vehicle.
Available setting options: –“ Off” The doors are not locked automatically after entering the vehicle.–“ After ign. on” The doors are locked automatically when the ignition is switched on.–“ After drive-off” The doors are locked automatically after driving off.
Switching Comfort Entry on and off
You can configure the driver’s seat and steering wheel to move back automatically and allow the driver to get in and out of the vehicle more easily.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Revers. opt.” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Revers. opt.” and confirm.
2. Select “Lowering mirr.”. in the main menu.
3. Confirm your selection.
Exterior mirror is lowered.
Exterior mirror is not lowered.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Locking” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Locking”
2.“Door unlock” and confirm.
3. Select the desired setting and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Locking”
2.“Door lock” and confirm.
3. Select the desired setting and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Locking”
2.Select “Comfort Entry”. in the main menu.
3. Confirm your selection.
Comfort Entry is activated.
Comfort Entry is deactivated.
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Assistance systems
Active Safe (PAS)
The Porsche “Active Safe” functions can be completely or partly disabled.
The settings remain stored when the ignition is switched on and off.
System on
All Porsche “Active Safe” functions can be enabled/disabled using “ System on”.
Prewarning on
The latent and prewarning functions are switched off by default. The acute warning function is active. Latent and advance warnings can be activated under “ Prewarning on”.
1.Select “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Assist. systems” > “ Active Safe (PAS)” and confirm.
1. Select “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Assist. systems” > “ Active Safe (PAS)”
2.Select “System on”.
3.Confirm selection.
Active Safe is switched on.
Active Safe is switched off.
When all Porsche “Active Safe” functions are switched off, the gray symbol appears at the bottom of the multi-function display.
1. Select “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Assist. systems” > “ Active Safe (PAS)”
2.Select “Prewarning on”.
3.Confirm selection.
Prewarning is switched on.
Prewarning is switched off.
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Low battery Consumption off The power supply to various comfort features is deactivated to prevent the battery from discharging.
Battery protection was active during parking The power supply to various features was deactivated during parking to prevent the battery from discharging.
Battery function restrictedConsult a workshop
Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
Reduced power Driving permittedConsult a workshop
Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
Engine control fault Consult a workshopDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Please start engine manually Start engine manually at the ignition.
Please switch offthe ignition
To prevent the battery from discharging, switch off the ignition when leaving the vehicle after the engine was stopped automatically.
Display of selector-lever position flashes
Engage gear selector properly PDK transmission: Selector lever may be positioned between two settings. Engage selector lever properly.
Move gear lever to position P PDK transmission: Move gear lever to position P before removing key from ignition lock or stopping and securing the vehicle.
Move gear lever to P or N PDK transmission: Engine can only be started in selector-lever position P or N.
Activate brake PDK transmission: Apply the footbrake when starting.
Display of selector-lever position flashes
Transm. fault Poss. no R gearPossible to drive on
Restricted gearshift comfort, reverse gear not available. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Display of selector-lever position flashes
Transm. failure Park vehiclesafely
No selector-lever position is displayed on the instrument panel. Vehicle can be driven only until it comes to a stop.It is not possible to continue driving. Stop the vehicle immediately in a suitable place. Read the instructions in the section “Towing”. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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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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Replace ignition key batteryReplace the battery in the driver's key.
Fault of Porsche Entry&DriveHave the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Multiple keys recognized in vehicle Information message: Several driver's keys in the vehicle, e.g. in the possession of a passenger.
Close doors to lock vehicle Close all doors and luggage compartment lids before locking the vehicle.
Operating device: turn left, pull off, insert key No key detected in the vehicle, ignition cannot be switched on or engine cannot be started. Turn control unit back to ignition lock position 0 and remove it from the ignition lock. Switch the ignition on with the ignition key (not emergency key).
PADM deactivatedService requiredDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Chassis system fault Adapteddriving permitted
Vehicle handling may be affected. Adapt your speed to the changed conditions. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Chassis system failure Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not drive off or continue driving. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Chassis system fault Adapteddriving permitted
Vehicle handling may be affected. Adapt your speed to the changed conditions. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Suspension system fault Adapteddriving permitted
The lateral inclination of the vehicle is significantly greater when cornering. Drive carefully at an appropriate speed to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
No all-wheel sys. Only rear-wh driveAdapted
driving permitted
Temporary failure of Porsche Traction Management. Reduce load.
All-wheel system temperature limitReduce load
Porsche Traction Management is overloaded. Reduce load.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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144 Personal Settings
Information
If the “ Auto Memory” function is activated, the settings stored manually on the key are overwritten each time the vehicle is locked.
Storage by pressing key button in the driver’s door
fThe ignition must be switched on.1. Press the SET button. The LED in the button lights up.2. Press key button within 10 seconds. 3. The ergonomic and comfort settings (key- specific) are stored. Storage is acknowledged acoustically and the LED in the SET button goes out.
In what situation is it useful to store the settings on key button ?
You would like to store/retrieve some of the settings when stationary or during driving and not only when locking/unlocking the vehicle. Ensure that the “ Auto Memory” function is deactivated. Otherwise, the settings will be overwritten when locking the vehicle.
Retrieving the settings from the car key
Ergonomic and comfort settings can be individually retrieved from the car key.
Automatic retrieval through unlocking of the vehicle
The settings are retrieved from the car key being used when the vehicle is unlocked and the driver's door is opened.
By pressing key button in the driver’s doorfPress and hold key button until all settings are retrievedorfWith the driver’s door open and the ignition switched off, briefly press key button . The settings are automatically retrieved.
Why do the settings on key button not correspond to the ones I have stored?
If the “ Auto Memory” function is activated in the multi-function display, all the ergonomic and comfort settings are stored on the key when locking the vehicle. Settings stored on key button are overwritten in the process.
Storing settings on buttons 1 and 2
Ergonomic settings can be individually assigned to buttons 1 and 2 in the driver’s door.fThe ignition must be switched on. 1. Press the SET button. The LED in the button lights up.2. Press button 1 or 2 or within 10 seconds. 3. The ergonomic settings are stored on the relevant button. Storage is acknowledged acoustically and the LED in the SET button goes out.
Retrieving settings with buttons 1 or 2
Retrieve ergonomic settings with buttons 1 or 2 in the driver's door.
fPress and hold button 1 or 2 until all settings are retrievedorfWith the driver’s door open and the ignition switched off, briefly press button 1 or 2. The settings are automatically retrieved or
Preventing automatic storage of settings on car key when locking
This function must be deactivated on the multi- function display.
For information on switching the automatic storage function on and off:fPlease see the chapter “SWITCHING AUTO MEMORY ON AND OFF” on page 123.
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Driving and Driving Safety
Diagnostic Socket .......................................146 Ignition Lock ...............................................146Starting and Stopping the Engine .................147Auto Start Stop function ..............................149Electric Parking Brake .................................151Brakes .......................................................152Cruise Control.............................................155Adaptive Cruise Control ...............................157Car Audio Operation/Tips ............................168Porsche Communication Management (PCM) .170USB/iPod® and AUX....................................171Voice Control ..............................................171Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ....................172Selector-lever Positions ..............................174Limp-home mode ........................................178Transmission and Chassis Control Systems ..179Porsche Traction Management (PTM)............180Porsche Stability Management (PSM) ............181HOLD function: Drive-Off Assistant, Standstill Management ................................184ABS Brake System (Anti-lock Brake System) ..184Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) ...................................185Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV Plus) ............186Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) .....187Dynamic Engine Mounting (PADM) ................188“Sport” and “Sport Plus” mode .....................188Extending Front and Rear Spoilers ................190Rear Axle Steering ......................................191
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