34 Seats, Mirrors and Steering Wheel
Seat backrest
Folding forward
fPull up lever in the side part of the backrest and fold the backrest forward.
Folding back
fTilt back and engage the backrest so that it cannot tip forward when you brake.
Storing seat settings
For information on storing and retrieving the seat settings: fPlease see the chapter “STORING PERSONAL SETTINGS” on page 143.
Comfort Entry Function
The Easy Entry function makes it easier for you to get in and out of the vehicle.
If persons or animals are within the range of movement of the seat, they could be trapped or crushed when the seat moves into or out of easy entry position.fSwitch off the Easy Entry function if a person is behind the driver’s seat.
Prerequisite
– The function must be activated on the multi- function display.
For information on switching the Easy Entry function on and off:fPlease see the chapter “SWITCHING COMFORT ENTRY ON AND OFF” on page 122.
Leaving the vehicle
The steering wheel moves upwards: – After the ignition key is removed or after the ignition is switched off and the driver’s door is opened on vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive.
The driver’s seat moves to the rear: – After opening the driver's door and removing the car key or after opening the driver's door on vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive.
Entering the vehicle
Driver’s seat and steering wheel are in their Comfort Entry positions.
Once the ignition key is inserted or once the ignition is switched on in the case of vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive, the seat and steering wheel move to the stored position.
Information
When the key is changed, the seat may move to its new, key-specific entry position.
Information
Manual intervention in the seat setting interrupts the Easy Entry function.The driving position must then be set manually.
Easy Entry FunctionCAUTIONh
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fSit back as far from the dashboard or steering wheel as is practical, while still maintaining full vehicle control.fAlways hold the steering wheel by the outer rim. Never rest your hands on the center of the steering wheel where the airbag module is located.fAlways keep feet in the footwell while driving. Do not put feet on the dashboard or the seat area. Do not lean against the inside of the door or outside the window while the vehicle is moving.
Objects and load have to be stored securely to keep from causing injury.fDo not transport heavy objects on or in front of the passenger seat. These could impair the function of the airbags, the safety belts, and occupant sensing.fDo not hang objects (e.g., jackets, coats, coat hangers) over the backrest.fObjects must not protrude out of the door storage compartment.fDo not add any additional coverings or stickers to the steering wheel or in the area of the passenger airbag, side airbags, knee airbags, and head airbags. Doing so may adversely affect the functioning of the airbag system or cause harm to the occupants if the airbag system should deploy.Do not use protective seat covers.
fNo objects should be placed over or near the airbag on the instrument panel, because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a crash severe enough to cause the airbag to inflate.fGive your passenger all of the information in this chapter.
A modified airbag system cannot offer protection. They may not trigger or could trigger in an uncontrolled way. An uncontrolled triggering of the airbag system can result in serious personal injury or death.fDo not modify the seat coverings, since such changes can block the seat-mounted side airbag. Do not attach additional cushions, protective coverings, or pillows to the seats. Do not affix things to the seats or cover them with other materials. Do not cover the back of the backrest. Do not make changes to the seats, the cushion or foam, the occupant sensor, and to the seat base frame.fNo changes must be made to the wiring or components of the airbag system. Doing so may disable the airbag system or cause inadvertent inflation.fDo not install any wiring for electrical accessory equipment in the vicinity of the airbag wiring harnesses. Doing so may disable the airbag system or cause inadvertent inflation.
fIf the warning light comes on, the airbag system should be repaired immediately by your authorized Porsche dealer.fUsing accessories not approved by Porsche can cause the occupant sensing to be impaired.fDo not squeeze objects, such as the fire extinguisher, or first aid kit under the seat.fOnly have seats removed and installed by an authorized Porsche dealer so that occupant sensing components will not be damaged.
Information
Airbag components (e.g. steering wheel, door lining, seats) may be disassembled only by an authorized Porsche dealer.fWhen disposing of a used airbag unit, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions can be obtained at any authorized Porsche dealer.
Function of the airbag system
Airbags are a supplemental safety system. Your primary protection comes from your safety belts.
The front airbags are triggered during a frontal collision of sufficient force and direction.In the event of a side impact of corresponding force, the side airbag on the impact side is triggered.
Safe Storage of ObjectsDANGERh
Modification to Airbag SystemDANGERh
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Information
The anti-dazzle function switches off automatically if:– Reverse gear is engaged or– Interior lighting is switched on.
Switching on automatic anti-dazzle function
fPress button B. The indicator light A lights up.
Electrolyte fluid may escape from broken mirror glass. This fluid irritates the skin and eyes.fIf the electrolyte fluid should come into contact with the skin or eyes, rinse it off immediately with clean water.Seek medical attention if necessary.
Risk of damage to paintwork, leather, plastic parts and clothing.
Electrolyte fluid can be removed only while it is still wet.fClean the affected parts with water.
Automatic anti-dazzle exterior mirror
The exterior mirrors change to anti-dazzle position automatically in synchronization with the interior mirror.
Steering Wheel Heating
The steering wheel heating can be switched on and off using the button on the rear of the steering wheel when the ignition is switched on.
Switching steering wheel heating on/off
fPress button.The message “ Steering wheel heating switched on ” or “Steering wheel heating switched off ” appears on the multi-function display for 2 seconds.
Steering Wheel Adjustment
The steering wheel can be adjusted electrically in four directions depending on the vehicle equipment.
The steering wheel may move further than desired if you attempt to adjust it when driving.You may lose control of the vehicle.fDo not adjust the steering wheel when driving.
If persons or animals are in the movement range of the steering wheel during adjustment or if the person buttons are pressed unintentionally when the vehicle is at a standstill, parts of the body could get trapped or crushed.fDo not leave children in the vehicle unattended.
Electrolyte fluid may escape if the mirror glass is broken
CAUTIONh
NOTICE
Steering Wheel Adjustment While Driving
Memory Steering Wheel Movement
WARNINGh
CAUTIONh
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Storage, Luggage Compartment and Roof Transport System 197
Socket in the oddments tray between the front seats
Information
The sockets and thus the connected electrical accessories function even if the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is removed.
If the engine is not running and the accessories are switched on, the vehicle battery will be discharged. The power supply is interrupted after 30 minutes to protect the vehicle battery. If the load is to be switched on again, the ignition must be switched on once.
A - Suitable charging adapter B - Unsuitable charging adapter
Using charging adapter for 12 volt socket/cigarette lighter
Risk of damage to the electrical system.fOnly use a suitable charging adapter ( A) that meets the following requirements:The distance 1 between the ground connection and the upper edge of the charging adapter must be less than approx. 0.63 in. (16 mm).
Unsuitable charging adapters ( B) with a larger distance 1 than 0.63 in. (16 mm) between the ground connection and the upper edge can destroy the sockets.
Luggage Compartment
fPlease see the chapter “OPENING AND CLOSING THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LID AND ENGINE COVER” on page 24.
NOTICE
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236 Maintenance and Car Care
If cleaning agents (e.g. wheel cleaning agents) come into contact with the brake disks, the resulting film on the brake disks can impair braking performance.fMake sure that no cleaning agent comes into contact with the brake disks.fIf cleaning agent has come into contact with the brake disks, clean the brake disks thoroughly with a strong jet of water.fPaying attention to any road users behind you, dry the brake disks by applying the brakes.
Stainless steel tailpipes
Stainless steel tailpipes can discolor due to soiling, strong heat and combustion residues.
The original shine can be achieved again using commercially available metal luster paste or metal polish.
Cleaning door, roof, lid and window seals
The lubricant coating on the inner door seals may be damaged by unsuitable cleaning and care agents.fDo not use any chemical cleaning agents or solvents.fDo not use any preservative agents.
fWash dirt (e.g. abrasion, dust, road salts) from all seals regularly using warm soapy water.fIf there is a risk of frost, protect the outer door seals and the lid and flap seals against freezing into place with a suitable care product.
Leather care
The natural surface markings of leather, e.g. creases, healed scars, insect sting marks, structural differences and slight variations in shade and grain add to the attractiveness of the high-quality natural leather product.
Observe the following care instructions:
The leather will be damaged by the use of unsuitable cleaning and care agents and by inappropriate treatment.fDo not use caustic cleaners or hard cleaning objects!fMake sure that perforated leather does not get wet on its reverse side.fRemove water drops from the leather without delay.
fClean all types of leather regularly to remove fine dust using a soft, damp, white woolen cloth or a commercially available microfiber cloth.fRemove heavy contamination (not water or moisture stains) with a leather cleaner.Always read the instructions for use given on the containers.We recommend Porsche leather care liquid.fTreat cleaned leather only with a leather care product.We recommend Porsche leather care liquid.
Seats with seat ventilation
Care instructions for water or moisture stains.
Rain water or moisture can stain the perforated leather.
Removing water and moisture stains
Preconditions: – Seat heating and seat ventilation must be switched off.– No direct sunlight.– Do not use leather cleaners or care products to remove water and moisture stains.fBlot the entire seat or backrest surface using a clean, absorbent sponge and distilled water.Make sure that the perforated leather does not get wet on its reverse side.fAllow the seat covering to dry completely at room temperature out of direct sunlight.Do not dry the seat covering by switching on the seat heating and seat ventilation.fOnce dry, wipe the seat covering with a dry, lint-free cloth.
Cleaning carpet, floor mats
fUse a vacuum cleaner or a brush (not too soft) for cleaning.fHeavy dirt and stains can be removed with a stain remover.We recommend Porsche stain remover.
To protect carpets, the Porsche range of accessories includes mats of the correct size and with the appropriate fastening.
Cleaning Agents on Brake Disks
WARNINGh
NOTICE
NOTICE
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