2015 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA S Information Manual

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Active air intake flaps.
The active air intake flaps in the front air
intakes act to reduce fuel consumption
during everyday trips and to achieve
superlative performance on sporty drives.
As on the 918 Spyder, the flaps close
automatically while the car is in motion and
thereby reduce drag. On demand or in
SPORT or SPORT PLUS mode, the flaps
open and help to provide optimum engine
cooling.
This means that cooling air is supplied only
to the extent that it is actually needed.
That ’s efficiency. Of the intelligent kind.

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7-speed manual transmission.
Pure, direct, precise. The 7-speed manual
transmission combines a high level of
sporty performance with fast gear changes.
In conjunction with the optional Sport
Chrono Package, selecting SPORT or
SPORT PLUS mode activates the dynamic
throttle-blip function, which ensures the
optimum engine speed for every downshift,
a more emotional driving experience and
an impressive sound.
A gear indicator in the rev counter reminds
you which gear has been selected. The
upshift indicator in the instrument cluster
helps you to conserve fuel.
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK).
The optimised 7-speed PDK, featuring both
a manual and an automatic mode, offers
extremely fast gear changes with no
interruption in the flow of power – together
with even faster acceleration performance
and lower fuel consumption.
A first for the 911 Carrera models: with PDK
in manual mode, the shift direction simulates
that of racing cars and the 911 GT3 models –
towards the rear to shift up, forwards to shift
down. For a racetrack driving experience
wherever you are.
Gears one to six have a sports ratio and
top speed is reached in sixth gear. Seventh
gear is ratioed primarily for fuel economy.
Always a few milliseconds ahead of time.
Transmission.
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to page 51.

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Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM).
PASM is fit ted as standard in all 911 models
for the first time. This electronic damping
control system actively and continuously
adjusts the damping force on each wheel,
based on current road conditions and
driving style.
PASM has two modes, which can be
selected using a separate button on the
centre console: ‘Normal’, which is a blend
of performance and comfort, and ‘Sport ’
where the setup is much firmer.
The results are tangible: increased driving
stability, improved comfort and enhanced
performance.
Rear-axle steering.
Rear-axle steering is available on request
for all S models. Until now reserved
exclusively for the 911 Turbo and 911 GT3
models, it enhances performance and
everyday practicality in equal measure.
For particularly nimble handling combined
with a significant increase in driving
stability.
The advantage for day-to-day driving:
during low-speed manoeuvres, the system
steers the rear wheels in the opposite
direction to that of the front wheels. This
has the virtual effect of shortening the
wheelbase. The turning circle is reduced,
cornering turn-in becomes considerably more dynamic, and parking is noticeably
easier to manage.
The advantage for sporty driving: during
high-speed manoeuvres, the system steers
the rear wheels in the same direction as
that of the front wheels. Driving stability is
increased by the virtual extension of the
wheelbase and agility is enhanced by the
simultaneous steering of the front and rear
axles. All this has an impact on maximum
driving performance: an extremely positive
one.
The road to the future has its ups and downs.

And its fair share of twists and turns.
Chassis.
Enhance driving stability and agility.
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SPORT button.
The SPORT button enables you to select a
suspension setup where the emphasis is on
either comfort or sporty performance. At
the push of a button, the electronic engine
management system switches the engine
mapping to offer an even sharper response
and engine dynamics that are more direct.
In vehicles with PDK, upshifts take place at
higher engine speeds and downshifts
happen sooner. In addition, coasting mode
and the auto start/stop function are
automatically
deactivated. If fitted, the
optional sports exhaust system is also
activated automatically.
Sport Chrono Package.
Adrenaline at the push of a button: the
optional Sport Chrono Package including
dynamic engine mounts. For an even
sportier tuning of the chassis, engine and
transmission.
What ’s new is the mode switch on the
steering wheel, derived from the
918 Spyder. Four settings are available to
choose from: Normal, SPORT, SPORT PLUS
and Custom, which enable you to adapt the
vehicle to the way you want to drive.
Another few seconds faster.
Under the skin.
High-performance systems.

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On activation of SPORT PLUS mode,
Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM) switches to a sportier damping
setting and offers more direct steering into
corners.
In combination with PDK, the Sport Chrono
Package has three additional functions.
The first is ‘Launch Control’, which can be
used to achieve the best possible standing
start – a racing start. The second function
is the motorsport-derived gearshift strategy.
In this mode, PDK is geared up for extremely
short shift times and optimum shift points
for the maximum acceleration available. The third function is brand new to the 911:
SPORT Response. Pressing the button in
the centre of the mode switch primes the
engine and transmission for the fastest
possible unleashing of power. In other
words, maximum responsiveness – not only
when overtaking.
PSM Sport.
In conjunction with the optional Sport
Chrono Package, PSM is supplemented by
a ‘Sport ’ mode. It allows a significantly
more sporty driving style, with PSM
remaining active in the background. For a
further enhancement to your driving
experience.

Comfort

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Adaptive cruise control including
Porsche Active Safe (PAS).
Available as an option in conjunction with
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), this
enhanced version of cruise control actively
regulates the speed of your vehicle in line
with the speed of the vehicle in front. A
radar sensor scans the road ahead up to a
distance of 200 m. With the new 911 models,

coasting is now possible even while adaptive
cruise control is active.
Lane Change Assist.
Optional Lane Change Assist uses radar
sensors to monitor the areas to the rear of
the vehicle and the blind spots on either
side. Above a speed of 15 km/ h, the
system issues a visual warning signal in the
door mirror panel whenever a vehicle
rapidly approaches your vehicle from
behind or enters one of your blind spots.
ParkAssist and reversing camera.
ParkAssist is fitted as standard in all
911 Cabriolet models and is available as an
option for the 911 Carrera. Featuring four
inconspicuous sensors in the rear end, the
system audibly alerts the driver to the
presence of obstacles detected behind the
vehicle. Option: ParkAssist upgrade to include
monitoring of the front end with four
additional sensors, and a reversing camera
for precise reverse parking and
manoeuvring.
Speed limit indicator.
The camera-based speed limit indicator
informs you of speed restrictions and

‘no overtaking’ zones (start and end).
Notifications appear on the display in the
instrument cluster and on the screen of
PCM.
Take the stress out of sport.
On every drive.
Assistance systems.

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Porsche Communication Management
(PCM).
Part of the 911 standard specification
for the first time: enhanced Porsche
Communication Management (PCM)
including online navigation module –
your control centre for audio, navigation
and communication functions. PCM is
operated by means of the new 7-inch
multi-touchscreen or by voice control.
Your telephone connects easily and
conveniently via Bluetooth
®. The navigation
system included as standard offers three
display modes: 3D, satellite and building
v iew.
The universal USB interface and the AUX
input in the glove compartment are fitted
as standard. Your iPod
® or USB stick can
be operated conveniently using PCM, the
steering wheel or the voice control system.
Online navigation.
Integrated as standard, the Connect Plus
module delivers real-time traffic information
to the 911 for the first time ever. Now
you can find out even before you set off
which routes are best avoided if you wish
to arrive at your destination sooner. The
online navigation package also includes
Google Street View
® and Google Earth® –
for 360° views and satellite imagery.
Apple CarPlay®.
With Apple CarPlay®, you can use the apps
of your iPhone
® even when you’re on the
move – via PCM or voice control. The voice
control system, available as standard, can
also be used to make phone calls. And with
‘Siri’, the Apple
® voice recognition interface,
you can compose text messages, have
incoming SMS read out and send your
replies – or you can listen to music and
podcasts, all the while keeping your full
concentration on the road.
Real-time traffic information, Google Street View® and Google
Earth® are available free of charge for 12 months. Please visit
www.porsche.com/connect if you wish to continue usage (subject
to charge) after this period. A data-enabled SIM card and a
separate, valid subscription to a mobile network provider (subject
to charge) are required for use of these services and wireless
Internet access.
For information on the availability of Connect Plus in your country ,
please consult your Porsche Centre.
Wireless Internet access.
Wireless Internet access gives you in-car
online access from WiFi-enabled client
devices (e. g. tablets, laptops, smartphones
or netbooks), simultaneously if necessary.
For further information on Connect Plus and
availability in your country, please visit
www.porsche.com/911 or consult your
Porsche Centre.
Do you feel there’s a special connection between you and your Porsche?
Your 911 agrees.
Infotainment.