Porsche 911 911 Catalog page 37

Launch Control is operated via Launch Mode and revs the engine
the Sport Plus button with the to an optimum speed of approxi-
'D' or 'M' drive position selected. mately 6,500 rpm. Engine torque
Whilst the driver depresses the increases and the clutch closes
brake pedal with the left foot, slightly. The message 'Launch
the right foot depresses the Control active' appears on the
accelerator pedal to the floor. instrument cluster display. The
With the accelerator in the kick- driver now quickly releases the
down position, the system brake – and prepares for
detects the driver's request for maximum acceleration.
The second new function is the
'motorsport-derived gearshift
strategy'. Using this, Porsche
Doppelkupplung (PDK) is geared
up for the shortest possible shift
times and optimum shift points
for maximum acceleration – ideal
for the racetrack.
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A key component of the Sport times recorded so far. You can
Chrono Package Plus is the view the current fastest lap and
timer mounted on the dashboard. the remaining range until empty.
The Porsche Communication Travelled distances can be
Management (PCM, p. 100) has recorded and benchmark times
a special performance display defined.
to view, store and evaluate lap
times or other driving times. The personal memory function
It shows the total driving time, lap of the Sport Chrono Package
distance, lap number and the lap Plus can also be used to store
The new 911 |
personalised settings for a
range of systems, including
the orientation lighting or air
conditioning.
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Chassis
911 Targa 4