2014 PORSCHE 911 TURBO warning light

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Porsche recommends safety belt usage and observance of traffic laws at all times.
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Orientation guides in the Owner’s Manual
The orientation guides in the Owner’s Manual are highlighted in yellow.
Overall Table of Contents
At the start of the Owner’s Manual you will find an overview of the overall contents of the Owner’s Manual.
Section Contents
There is a summary of topics with the corresponding page numbers at the beginning of each main chapter.
Index
There is a detailed, alphabetical index at the end of this Owner’s Manual.
Safety instructions in the Owner’s Manual
For your own protection and longer service life of your car, please heed all operating instructions and special warnings. These special warnings contain important messages regarding your safety and/or the potential for damage to your Porsche. Ignoring them could result in serious mechanical failure, serious personal injury or death.
Various types of safety instructions are used in this Owner’s Manual.
Failure to observe safety instructions in the “Danger” category will result in serious injury or death.
Failure to observe safety instructions in the “Warning” category could result in serious injury or death.
Failure to observe safety instructions in the “Caution” category can result in moderate or minor injury.
Possible Vehicle Damage
Failure to observe safety instructions in the “Notice” category could result in damage to the vehicle.
Information
Additional information, tips and instructions are indicated by the word “Information”. Please read this information carefully and follow the instructions.
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Serious Injury or Death
Possible Serious Injury or Death
Possible Moderate or Minor Injury
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WARNINGh
CAUTIONh
NOTICE
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Dear Owner,
Thank you for choosing a Porsche 911 Turbo. No other car embodies such a unique blend of legendary heritage and cutting edge innovation.
For maximum safety and pleasure, we encourage you to read the Owner´s Manual and take time to familiarize yourself with the operation of your Porsche vehicle before you drive it.
Always drive within your own unique capabilities as a driver and ensure that anyone else driving your Porsche vehicle does the same. To prevent or minimize injury, always use your safety belts and always lawfully operate your Porsche vehicle.
Always keep your Owner´s Manual in the car. If you sell your Porsche vehicle, pass the Owner´s Manual and other operation manuals on to the new owner.
Should you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your vehicle, please call 1-800-PORSCHE or contact your authorized Porsche dealership.
A separate Maintenance Booklet explains how you can keep your Porsche in top driving condition by having it serviced regularly. A separate Warranty and Customer Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Porsche.
For U.S. only:
If you believe that your vehicle has a fault which could cause a crash, injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche Cars N.A.).
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety problem exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you and your dealer, or Porsche Cars N.A..
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);
go to
http://www.safercar.gov;
or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
Your car has thousands of parts and components which have been designed and manufactured in accordance with Porsche’s high standards of engineering quality and safety.
Any alteration of the vehicle may negate or interfere with those safety features built into the vehicle. Modifications may be carried out on your vehicle only if approved by Porsche.Your Porsche is intended to be used in a safe manner obeying the local traffic laws and in the light of driving conditions faced by you, and in accordance with the instructions provided in this Owner’s Manual. fDo not misuse your Porsche by ignoring those laws and driving conditions, or by ignoring the instructions in this manual. fDo not alter your Porsche. Any alteration could create dangerous conditions or defeat safety engineering features built into your car.
Risk of damage to the engine due to inadequate supply of oil.
The fitting of racing tires (e.g. slicks) for sporting events is not approved by Porsche. Very high cornering speeds can be achieved with racing tires. However, the resulting transverse acceleration values would jeopardize the adequate supply of oil to the engine. Porsche therefore will not accept any warranty or accept any liability for damage occurring as a result of non-compliance with this provision.fDo not fit racing tires (e.g. slicks) for sporting events on your vehicle.
Alteration or Misuse of Vehicle
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NOTICE
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Dear Porsche Owner,
A lot has gone into the manufacture of your Porsche sports car, including advanced engineering, rigid quality control and demanding inspections. These engineering and safety features will be enhanced by you…
the safe driver…
– who knows her/his car and all controls,– who maintains the vehicle properly,– who uses driving skills wisely and always drives within her/his own capabilities and the level of familiarity with the vehicle.
You will find helpful hints in this manual on how to perform most of the checks listed on the following pages. If in doubt, have these checks performed by your authorized Porsche dealer.
Before driving off…
Check the following items first
fTurn the engine off before you attempt any checks or repairs on the vehicle.fBe sure the tires are inflated correctly. Check tires for damage and tire wear.fSee that wheel bolts are properly tightened and not loose or missing.fCheck engine oil level, add if necessary. Make it a habit to check the engine oil with every refueling.fCheck all fluid levels such as windshield washer and brake fluid levels.
fBe sure the vehicle battery is well charged and cranks the engine properly.fCheck all doors and lids for proper operation and latch them properly.fCheck and if necessary replace worn or cracked wiper blades.fSee that all windows are clear and unobstructed.fCheck air intake slots and area between luggage compartment lid and windshield. Ensure that these areas are free of snow and ice, so the heater and the windshield wipers work properly.fIf a child will be riding in the vehicle, check child seat/child seat restraint system to ensure that restraints are properly adjusted.fCheck all exterior and interior lights for operation and that the lenses are clean.fCheck the headlights for proper aim, and if necessary, have them adjusted.fCheck under the vehicle for leaks.fBe sure all luggage is stowed securely.
Emergency equipment
It is good practice to carry emergency equipment in your vehicle. Some of the items you should have are: window scraper, snow brush, container or bag of sand or salt, emergency light, small shovel, first-aid kit, etc.
In the driver’s seat…
fCheck operation of the horn.fPosition seat for easy reach of foot pedals and controls. To reduce the possibility of injury from the air bag deployment, you should always sit back as far from the steering wheel as is practical, while still maintaining full vehicle control.fAdjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.fBuckle your safety belts.fCheck operation of the foot and electric parking brake.fCheck all warning and indicator lights with ignition on and engine not running.fStart engine and check all warning displays for warning symbols.fNever leave an idling car unattended.fLock doors from inside, especially with children in the car to prevent inadvertent opening of doors from inside or outside.Drive with doors locked.
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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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14 Overview Illustrations
Overhead Console
AButton for interior/reading lights See page 84.B PASS AIR BAG OFF warning light See page 45.C Interior light See page 84.D Reading lights See page 84.E ParkAssist See page 207.F Garage door opener (HomeLink®) See page 211.G Button for interior/reading lights See page 84.
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Door lock under door handle (driver‘s side)
The vehicle cannot be locked
This is recognizable by the fact that the emergency flasher does not flash and there is no locking noise.
The remote control of the key may – fail due to a fault,– due to a flat key battery,– not function correctly due to radio waves(e.g. mobile phone) in the vicinity of the vehicle (even radio contact between remote control and vehicle in the case of Porsche Entry & Drive).
Emergency locking if the central locking system has failed
If the vehicle cannot be locked, then: 1. Remove the emergency key from the car key. Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY KEY” on page 17.2. Open the driver’s door.
3. Lift the door handle on the driver’s door ( illustration). Insert the emergency key in the door lock, turn 90° clockwise and remove the emergency key again.Successful locking is indicated by the hazard warning lights flashing twice.4. Release the door handle and shut the door. The driver’s door is now locked.5. To use the emergency locking function on the passenger’s door , insert the emergency key into the door lock on the driver’s door again, turn 90° clockwise and remove the emergency key again.The passenger’s door is now locked.
Information
Emergency locking of the passenger’s door is not possible if the central locking system is defective.
Information
If the central locking system is defective, operating the lock cylinder in the driver’s door will lock all functioning locking elements of the central locking system.fHave faults in the central locking system repaired by an authorized Porsche dealer.
Emergency key
Removing emergency key
1. Push the release button to the side. 2. Pull out the key.
Insert emergency key
fPush in the key until the release button engages audibly.
Information
Different vehicle settings are stored on the respective key when the vehicle is locked, provided the vehicle is fitted with the relevant equipment.
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Trunk Entrapment
Your vehicle is equipped with an internal trunk release mechanism.
A person trapped in the luggage compartment can release the lid from the inside using the unlocking handle.The handle is fluorescent and glows in the dark.
Information
fWhen loading the luggage compartment, make sure that items of luggage or other objects cannot become caught on the handle.This could cause the luggage compartment to open unintentionally.
Function
If the luggage compartment lid is unlocked with unlocking the handle, the latch striker pops into the catch-hook position and the lid can be opened from the inside immediately.
A warning message in the multi-purpose display lights up when unlocking handle is operated.fStop the vehicle immediately when the warning message lights up.fCheck the luggage compartment.fClose the lid.
If the warning message in the multi-purpose display lights up when the vehicle is in motion, the lid may impact in front of the windshield and can tear off. Stop the vehicle immediately when the warning message lights up.fCheck the luggage compartment.fClose the lid.
Information
The lid cannot be opened from the inside if the battery is disconnected or empty.Safety reasons require that you unscrew the latch striker of the lid lock if you plan to put the vehicle out of operation for an extended period.fPlease consult your authorized Porsche dealer. They will advise you about the necessary measures.Unsecured Luggage Compartment LidDANGERh
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