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On the road…
fNever drive after you have consumed alcohol or drugs.fAlways have your safety belt fastened.fAlways drive defensively. Expect the unexpected.fUse signals to indicate turns and lane changes.fTurn on headlights at dusk or when the driving conditions warrant it.fAlways keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, depending on traffic, road and weather conditions.fReduce speed at night and during inclement weather.Driving in wet weather requires caution and reduced speeds, particularly on roads with standing water, as the handling characteristics of the vehicle may be impaired due to hydro-planing of the tires.fAlways observe speed limits and obey road signs and traffic laws.fWhen tired, get well off the road, stop and take a rest. Turn the engine off. Do not sit in the vehicle with engine idling. Please see the chapter “ENGINE EXHAUST” on page 4.fWhen parked, always put the electric parking brake on and put the PDK selector lever in position P. On hills also turn the front wheels toward the curb.fWhen emergency repairs become necessary, move the vehicle well off the road. Turn on the emergency flasher and use other warning devices to alert other motorists. Do not park or operate the vehicle in areas where the hot exhaust system may come in contact with dry
grass, brush, spilled fuel or other flammable material.fMake it a habit to check the engine oil with every refueling.
Break in hints for the first
2,000 miles (3,000 kilometers)
The following tips will be helpful in obtaining optimum performance from your new Porsche.
Despite the most modern, high-precision manufacturing methods, the moving parts must still wear in with each other. This wearing-in occurs mainly in the first 2,000 miles (3,000 km).
Therefore:
fPreferably take longer trips.fAvoid frequent cold starts with short-distance driving whenever possible.fAvoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops.fDo not exceed maximum engine speed of 4,200 rpm (revolutions per minute).fDo not run a cold engine at high rpm either in Neutral or in gear.fDo not let the engine labor, especially when driving uphill. Shift to the next lower gear in time (use the most favorable rpm range).fNever lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. This rule applies at all times, not just during the break-in period.fDo not participate in motor racing events, sports driving schools, etc. during the first 2,000 miles (3,000 kilometers).
There may be a slight stiffness in the steering, gear-shifting or other controls during the break-in period which will gradually disappear.
Break in brake pads and brake disks
New brake pads and disks have to be ”broken in“, and therefore only attain optimal friction when the car has covered several hundred miles or km.The slightly reduced braking ability must be compensated for by pressing the brake pedal harder. This also applies whenever the brake pads and brake disks are replaced.
New tires
New tires do not have maximum traction. They tend to be slippery.fBreak in new tires by driving at moderate speeds during the first 60 to 120 miles (100 to 200 km). Longer braking distances must be anticipated.
Engine oil and fuel consumption
During the break-in period oil and fuel consump-tion may be higher than normal.
As always, the rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which the engine is operated, the climate and road conditions, as well as the amount of dilution and oxidation of the lubricant.fMake a habit of checking engine oil with every refueling, add if necessary.
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8 Contents
Performance Menu ..................................... 116 ACC Menu .................................................. 117Vehicle Settings on theMulti-Function Display .................................. 117Overview of Warning and Information Messages ............................. 129
Personal Settings ............................. 141
Brief Overview – Personal Settings ............ 142 Storing personal settings ............................ 143
Driving and Driving Safety ................ 145
Diagnostic Socket....................................... 146Ignition 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 .....................188 Extending Front and Rear Spoilers ................190Rear Axle Steering ......................................191
Storage, Luggage Compartment and Roof Transport System ..................... 192
Storage......................................................193 Drinks Holder/Cupholder .............................194Ashtray ......................................................195Cigarette Lighter .........................................196Sockets .....................................................196Luggage Compartment................................197Roof Transport System................................200Loading Information ....................................204
Parking ........................................... 206
ParkAssist ..................................................207Reversing Camera.......................................209Swivelling Down Mirror Glass as Parking Aid..210Garage Door Opener HomeLink®
(Universal Remote Control)...........................211
Alarm System and Theft Protection ... 215
Alarm System and Passenger Compartment Monitoring.............216Immobilizer.................................................217Theft Protection ..........................................217
Maintenance and Car Care ............... 218
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your vehicle...............................219Engine Oil ...................................................221Checking Engine Oil Level ............................222Topping Up Engine Oil .................................222Washer Fluid windshield ...............................224Wiper Blades ..............................................224Emission Control System .............................225
How Emission Control Works....................... 226 Fuel Economy ............................................ 226Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ... 227Fuel........................................................... 227Portable Fuel Container............................... 229Fuel Recommendations............................... 230Fuel Evaporation Control ............................ 231Car Care Instructions.................................. 231
Minor Repairs .................................. 239
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your vehicle .............................. 240Checking the Coolant Level and Adding Coolant .......................................... 242Brake Fluid ................................................ 243Electromechanical Power Steering............... 244Changing Air Cleaner .................................. 244Changing Particle Filters ............................. 244Tires and Wheels........................................ 244Changing Wheels........................................ 254Wheel Attachment Faces............................. 257Wheel Bolts ............................................... 257Wheels with Central Lock ............................ 258Central Bolts .............................................. 258Changing a Wheel....................................... 258Rim Cleaner ............................................... 263Central Bolt Emergency Fastening ............... 263Flat Tire ..................................................... 265Electrical System ....................................... 267Battery (12 volt) ......................................... 271External Power Supply, Emergency starting with jumper cables ......................... 273Changing Car Key (Remote Control) Battery . 275Replacing bulbs.......................................... 276Headlights ................................................. 276Headlight Adjustment.................................. 277Towing ...................................................... 278Fire extinguisher......................................... 282
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Overview Illustrations 13
Control Panel
ASeat heating/seat ventilation See page 35.B Operating panel for air conditioning See page 55.C Central locking button See page 18.D Front/rear spoiler See page 190.E Auto Start-Stop function/coasting mode See page 151.F Emergency flasher switch See page 83.G Sport mode See page 188.H Sport Plus mode See page 188.I Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)See page 185.J Porsche Stability Management (PSM) See page 180.K Operating panel for lifting/sliding roof See page 63.Control panel for convertible topSee page 67.
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66 Windows, Sunroof and Cabriolet
1.Carefully lever off the cap from the roof liner using a screwdriver, for example.2. Take the hexagon key out of the tool kit in the luggage compartment.
For information on the tool kit:fPlease see the chapter “TOOLS” on page 198.
3. Insert the hexagon key all the way into the opening.4. Applying continuous upward pressure, turn the key clockwise until the roof is fully closed.5. Remove the key. 6. Refit the cap. 7. Stow the key in the tool kit.fHave the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Storing end position of the sunroof
The end positions of the roof are lost after disconnection/connection of the vehicle battery, if the vehicle battery is exhausted or after jump lead starting, after emergency operation or after changing the fuse for the roof.
The roof closes with its full closing force when storing the end position.fEnsure that nobody is injured when closing the roof.
The vehicle must be stationary in order to store the end position of the roof.1. Switch on ignition. 2. Pull and hold button C in the first setting until the roof closes and stops in the closed position.The process for storing the end position begins after approximately 10 seconds. The roof now opens and closes once automatically. Storage is now complete.If this process is not executed, please perform the following procedure:Pull and hold button C in the first setting until the roof closes fully and stops. If necessary, repeat the closing operation until the roof has stopped moving completely.The process takes a maximum of 15 seconds.Start the storing process again if the button is released before the roof has stopped moving completely.
Storing the end positionWARNINGh
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Windows, Sunroof and Cabriolet 67
Storing end position of the roll-up sunblind
The end positions of the sunblind are lost after disconnecting/connecting the vehicle battery,
if the vehicle battery is exhausted or after jump lead starting, after emergency operation or after changing the fuse for the sunblind.
The sunblind closes with its full closing force when storing the end position.fEnsure that nobody is injured when closing the sunblind.
To store the end position for the sunblind, the vehicle must be stationary and the end position for the roof must already be stored.1. Switch on ignition. 2. Press and hold button A in the first setting until the sunblind closes and stops in the closed position.The process for storing the end position begins after approximately 10 seconds. The sunblind now opens and closes once automatically. Storage is now complete.If this process is not executed, please perform the following procedure:Press and hold button A in the first setting until the sunblind closes fully and stops. If necessary, repeat the closing operation until the sunblind has stopped moving completely.The process takes a maximum of 15 seconds.Start the storing process again if the button is released before the sunblind has stopped moving completely.
Cleaning the air deflector
Cleaning the air deflector with the roof open.
1. Switch on the ignition and open the roof fully with button B. If the air deflector is not fully extended, drive the vehicle for a short distance with the roof open until it is fully extended.2. Clean the air deflector and net using a damp sponge.
Convertible Top
Brief operating instructions can be found on the back of the driver’s sun visor.fPlease see the chapter “CAR CARE INSTRUCTIONS” on page 231.
Risk of damage to convertible top and convertible- top mechanism.fDo not operate convertible top:– At temperatures below 20 °F (0 °C).– When one side of the vehicle is on a curb, a lifting platform or a jack.– When items of luggage or other objects hinder the movement of the convertible top.– With the roll-over bars extended.fAvoid frequent operation of the convertible top with the engine off; the vehicle battery will rapidly discharge.fOnly drive with the convertible top fully open or closed (end positions).fBefore opening the convertible top, ensure that there are no objects in the area behind the rear seats.fWhen opening or closing the convertible top, ensure that there is sufficient clearance above it (e.g. in the garage).fTo prevent damp stains and abrasion damage, open the convertible top only when it is in a dry, clean state.fPark the vehicle in the shade if possible, since continuous exposure to the sun attacks textiles, rubber and colors.fThe convertible top may only be operated when driving on a level surface.fThe convertible top must not be operated in a strong head wind (above approx. 50 mph (80 km/h)).
Storing the end positionWARNINGh
NOTICE
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Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers 87
Rain sensor operation, windshield wipers
In rain sensor mode, the amount of rain on the windshield is measured. The wipe interval is automatically controlled accordingly.
Rain sensor operation is activated automatically at speeds of less than approx. 2.5 mph (4 km/h) when the windshield wipers are switched on.
If a speed of approx. 5 mph (8 km/h) is exceeded, the system switches to the preselected wiper speed.
Information
fIf the wiper stalk is in position 1 when the ignition is switched on, the rain sensor is activated as soon as the vehicle speed exceeds approx. 2.5 mph (4 km/h).fIf the wiper stalk is in position 2 or 3 when the ignition is switched on, the windshield wipers remain switched off until the wiper stalk is actuated.
Information
The wiper is stopped when the luggage compartment lid is opened.
After closing the luggage compartment lid, the wiper stalk must be operated in order to switch the wiper back on.
Adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity
fMove switch A upwards – high sensitivity . The setting is confirmed by one wipe of the windshield.fMove switch A downwards – low sensitivity .
Activating and deactivating automatic rain sensor operation on the multi-function display
For information on automatic rain sensor operation:fPlease see the chapter “ACTIVATING AND DEACTIVATING RAIN SENSOR OPERATION” on page 121.
Headlight washer system
The washer sprays only while low beam or high beam is activated. fPress button B under the wiper stalk.
After every 10 wipes on the windshield, the headlights are cleaned automatically as well. The wipe count starts from zero again when the low beam is switched off.
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Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display 95
Battery/Alternator
The warning message “Generator fault Park vehicle safely ” will appear on the multi-function display in the instrument panel if the vehicle electrical system voltage drops significantly.fStop at a safe place and switch the engine off.
For information on warning messages on the multi-function display:fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES” on page 129.
Possible causes
– Defect in the battery charging system– Broken drive belt
Risk of engine damage.
The engine cooling does not function if the drive belt is torn.fDo not continue driving.fHave the fault corrected.fPlease contact an authorized Porsche dealer.
Check Engine
(Emission Control)
Warning light
The emission control system detects malfunctions that could cause increased pollutant emissions or consequential damage etc. well in advance.Faults are indicated by the warning light on the instrument panel which then either lights up continuously or flashes.The faults are recorded in the control unit’s fault memory.
The warning light on the instrument panel lights up when the ignition is switched on as a lamp check and goes out approx. 1 second after the engine starts.
The warning light on the instrument panel flashes to indicate operating states (e.g. engine misfiring) which may cause damage to certain parts of the emission control system.fIn this case, immediately reduce the engine load by easing off the accelerator pedal.
In order to avoid consequential damage to the engine or the exhaust-gas cleaning system (e.g. catalytic converter):fPlease contact an authorized Porsche dealer.
Risk of damage to the emission control system.
If the warning light on the instrument panel continues flashing even when you have eased off the accelerator pedal, the emission control system may overheat.fStop as soon as possible in a safe place.Make sure that combustible materials, such as dry grass or leaves, cannot come into contact with the hot exhaust system.fSwitch off the engine.fHave the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Acoustic Signals
A speaker in the instrument panel generates acoustic signals.The warning message “ Instrument cluster/ Park Assist audio fault Service required ” will appear on the multi-function display in the instrument panel if a speaker fault occurs.The speaker cannot generate acoustic signals.fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES” on page 129.
Warning message
NOTICE
NOTICE
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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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