Overview Illustrations 11
Steering Wheel and
Instrument Panel
A PDK shift buttons See page 176.B Turn signal lights See page 82.C Engine oil pressure gauge See page 93.D Engine oil temperature gauge See page 92.E Speedometer See page 92.F Tachometer See page 95.G Multi-function display See page 96.H Coolant temperature gauge See page 92.I Fuel gauge See page 94.J Windshield wipers See page 86.K Cruise control See page 157.L Diagnostic socket (OBD) M Telephone controls, multi-function display See page 103.N Horn
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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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F – Engine oil pressure gauge
The oil pressure is controlled as required and should be at least 51 psi (3.5 bar) at an engine speed of 5000 rpm.
The engine oil pressure varies depending on the engine speed, oil temperature and engine load.
If oil pressure drops abruptly and a message is displayed on the multi-function display when the engine is running or while driving:fStop immediately in a suitable place.fSwitch off the engine.fCheck whether there is an obvious oil leak on or under the car.fSelect “ Oil measurement” on the multi- function display.fPlease see the chapter “DISPLAY AND MEASUREMENT OF THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL” on page 101.fAdd engine oil if necessary.
Risk of engine damage.fDo not continue driving if there is an obvious oil leak.fDo not continue driving if the warning message appears even when the oil level is correct.fHave the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
G – Reset button for trip counter display/ brightness setting for instrument lighting
Resetting trip counter display
fPress rotary switch G for approx. 1 second. The trip counter display is reset to “0”.
Adjusting brightness of instrument lighting
For information on adjusting the brightness of the instrument lighting:fPlease see the chapter “INTERIOR/READING LIGHTS” on page 84.
H – Odometer
The displays for the total mileage and individual trips are integrated in the speedometer on the instrument panel.
The upper display counts the total mileage, the lower display shows individual trips.
After exceeding 6,213 miles or 9,999 kilometers, the trip counter returns to 0.
I – Digital speedometer
The digital speedometer I is integrated in the tachometer on the instrument panel.
J – Upshift prompt indicator
The consumption-oriented shift indicator to the right of the digital speed display on the tachometer helps you to develop a fuel-saving driving style. The upshift indicator lights up – prompting you to shift up to the next-higher gear – depending on the selected gear, engine speed and accelerator pedal position.fChange to the next-higher gear when the upshift indicator lights up.
NOTICE
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Operating the Multi-Function
Display on the Instrument Panel
On the multi-function display, you can view information relating to the relevant vehicle equipment, operate the audio source (radio, CD, iPod, etc.), check the oil level, check the tire pressure, use the stopwatch or operate the navigation system.You can also modify different vehicle settings in the “ Vehicle” menu.
It is not possible to describe all details of the functions in this Owner’s Manual. The examples clearly demonstrate the functional principle and clarify the menu structure.
You may be distracted from paying attention to the road if you set or operate the multi-function display, radio, navigation system, telephone or other equipment when driving. You may lose control of the vehicle.fOperate the equipment while driving only if the traffic situation allows you to do so safely.fCarry out any complicated operating or setting procedures only when the vehicle is stationary.
Multi-function display
Information
The multi-function display is only active when the ignition is on.Certain menus are only available when the vehicle has stopped, e.g. the adjustment menu for tire pressure monitoring.
Operating principle on vehicles without multi-function steering wheel
The multi-function display is operated with the lower lever on the right of the steering column.
Selecting menu, function, setting option
fPush the lever downwards (position 3) or upwards (position 4).
Confirming selection (Enter)
fPush the lever forward (position 1).
Moving back one or several selection levels
fPull the lever towards the steering wheel (position 2) once or several times.
Operation of the multi- function display, radio, navigation system, telephone etc. during driving.
WARNINGh
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Info
Oil measurement LimitsSettings
Station/Track
Answer/Reject/End
Phonebook
Previous calls
Received calls
Manual zoom Auto zoom3D map North up
Show destination/position
Destination input
Start/Stop route guidance
Since
Total
To destination
Fill info Tire typePartial/full load Comfort/standard pressure
Start StopRoundInt.
Torque
Current speed
Setting the speed
Menu scope
Audio
Vehicle menu
Upper line
PCM display
Lower line
Shift request
Brightness
Exterior lights
Interior lights
Wiper
Revers. opt.
Door lock/unlock
Comfort Entry
Auto Memory
Air flow
Vent. panel
Auto air circ.
Time
Date
DST (+01:00)
Time Chrono
Speedometer
Temperature
Tire pressure
Consumption
German/French...
ParkAssist
Warn. tones
◊ button
Messages
Service interval
Limit 1/Limit 2
Display
Light & Visibility
Locking
Air conditioning
Date & Time
Units
Language
Volume
Steering wheel op.
Fact. settings
Last destination
Stored destinations
POIs
Cont.
Reset
Vehicle
Audio
Telephone
Map
Navigation
Trip
Tire pressure
Allwheel
Chrono
G-Force
Performance
ACC
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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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