Page 1 © Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG Porsche, the Porsche crest, Cayenne, Tiptronic and Tequipment are registered trademarks and the distinctive shapes of Porsche automobiles are trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. All rights reserved. Printed in Germany...
Page 2 Your Porsche is intended to be used in a safe man- Porsche and its performance characteristics. Al- immediately inform the National Highway Traffic...
Page 3 Building #8, Suite 200 Throughout this booklet, left is designated as the f Do not misuse your Porsche. Use it safely, and Mississauga, Ontario driver's side of the vehicle, and right as the pas- Canada L4W 4Y4 senger's side of the vehicle.
Page 4 Setting and operating vehicle Engine Exhaust Vehicles with SportDesign package components when driving Danger! Caution! Warning! Engine exhaust is dangerous if inhaled. Risk of damage. On vehicles with Sport- There is a danger of accident if you set or Engine exhaust fumes have many compo- Design package, front, rear, and side operate the on-board computer, radio, navi- nents which you can smell.
Page 5: Fuel Quality
Porsche therefore recommends the use of these fuels in your vehicle. Porsche also recognizes that these fuels may not always be available. Be assured that your vehicle will operate properly on unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON (90 CLC or AKI), since the engine's “Electronic Oktane™...
Page 6: Dear Porsche Owner
A lot has gone into the manufacture of your that restraints are properly adjusted. Check the following items first Porsche, including advanced engineering, rigid f Check all exterior and interior lights for opera- quality control and demanding inspections. These f Turn the engine off before you attempt any tion and that the lenses are clean.
Page 7: On The Road
f When parked, always put the parking brake on In the driver's seat... On the road... and put the Tiptronic selector lever in f Check operation of the horn. f Never drive after you have consumed alcohol position P. or drugs. f Position seat for easy reach of foot pedals and On hills also turn the front wheels toward the curb.
Page 8: Break In Hints For The First
The following tips will be helpful in obtaining opti- There may be a slight stiffness in the steering or f Please observe the chapter “ENGINE DATA” on mum performance from your new Porsche. other controls during the break-in period which will Page 387.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Overview Illustrations Driver’s cockpit ..........11 Steering wheel and instrument cluster .... 12 Center console, front ........13 Center console, rear ........14 Seat, rear ............ 15 Roof console ..........16 Overview Illustrations...
Page 11: Driver's Cockpit
Driver’s cockpit 1.Power Lift Gate See Page 31. 2.Power Windows See Page 101. 3.Inner door Handle See Page 36. 4.Door mirror adjustment See Page 65. 5.Engine compartment lid release See Page 37. 6.Parking brake See Page 181. 7.Diagnostic socket 8.Parking brake release See Page 181.
Page 12: Steering Wheel And Instrument Cluster
Steering wheel and instrument cluster 1.Tiptronic rocker switches See Page 69. 2.Turn signals See Page 121. 3.Cruise control See Page 187. 4.Function keys See Page 71. 5.Horn See Page 69. 6.Windshield wipers See Page 127. 7.Tachometer See Page 136. 8.Cooling system temperature gage See Page 137.
Page 13: Center Console, Front
Center console, front 1.Porsche Communication Management (PCM) See separate operating instructions. 2.Air conditioner See Page 77. 3.Ashtray/cigarette lighter See Page 252. 4.Cupholder See Page 250. 5.Reduction (Low Range), differential locks See Page 200. 6.Sport mode See Page 202. 7.Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) running-gear setup See Page 217.
Page 14: Center Console, Rear
Center console, rear 1 Cigarette lighter See Page 252. 2.Cupholder See Page 251. 3.Control panel for 4-zone air conditioning See Page 88. 4.Vents See Page 93. Overview Illustrations...
Page 15: Seat, Rear
Seat, rear 1. Safety belt height adjustment See Page 52. 2. Reading lights See Page 124. 3. Sunblind See Page 75. 4. Power windows See Page 101. 5. Ashtray See Page 252. 6. Inner door handle See Page 36. Overview Illustrations...
Page 16: Roof Console
Roof console 1.Sun visor See Page 74. 2.Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror See Page 67. 3.Light switch, interior lightning See Page 123. 4.Glasses case See Page 246. 5.ParkAssistent See Page 262. 6.Control switch for sliding/lifting roof See Page 106. Control switch for Panorama roof system See Page 111.
Page 17 Table of contents Overview Illustrations......10 Automatic Anti-Dazzle Mirror ......67 Windows and Sliding Roofs ....100 Steering Wheel ..........69 Driver’s cockpit ..........11 Power windows...........101 Multi-Functional Steering Wheel ......71 Steering wheel and instrument cluster .... 12 Brief overview - sliding/lifting roof....105 Sun Visors............74 Center console, front ........
Page 18 Displaying status of level control ....150 Height Adjustment........213 Displaying status of locks/reduction..... 150 Porsche Active Suspension Management Displaying average consumption ....151 (PASM) ............217 Setting Tire Pressure Monitoring ....151 Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)..218 Off-Road Driving ..........219 Table of Contents...
Page 19 Tail light .............372 Emission Control System......290 License Plate Lights ........375 Fuel Economy..........292 Headlight Adjustment ........376 Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ... 292 Changing headlights from left to Fuel ............293 right-hand traffic .........378 Portable Fuel Containers ......295 Bulb Chart ..........379...
Page 20 Table of Contents...
Page 21: Opening And Locking
Opening and Locking Keys ............23 Brief overview – Opening and locking from outside....25 Unlocking and locking from outside ....26 Opening and locking from inside....35 Opening and closing the engine compartment lid........... 37 Opening and Locking...
Page 22: Never Invite Car Theft
A steering wheel lock and a gong alarm are car is rolling to a stop. You will not be able to f Close sliding/lifting roof or Panorama Roof standard equipment in your Porsche. The gong steer the car. System. alarm will sound if you open the driver's door while...
Page 23: Keys
B - Release button for key bit Keys Two car keys with integrated remote control are supplied with your Porsche. The car keys are de- signed as folding keys. These keys operate all the locks on your vehicle. f Be careful with your car keys: do not part with them except under exceptional circumstances.
Page 24: Central Locking System
Any changes or modifications not expressly ap- and lids are closed. To stop the alarm proved by Porsche could void the user’s authority f Press button again. to operate this equipment. The horn becomes silent and the emergency flashers go out.
Page 25: Brief Overview - Opening And Locking From Outside
Brief overview – Opening and locking from outside The Porsche Entry & Drive option can be recog- nized by the buttons A in the door handles. This brief overview does not replace the informa- tion provided in the chapter “Opening and locking from outside”.
Page 26: Unlocking And Locking From Outside
With Porsche Entry & Drive the instrument panel. outside On vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive, you can For further information on the possible settings on unlock, lock and start the vehicle without using the Depending on your vehicle equipment, you can the multi-purpose display: key.
Page 27 As a result, the doors can be opened from inside only by pulling the inner door handle twice. Unlocking and opening doors Unlocking with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless) Unlocking driver’s door with the key The vehicle can be unlocked if you are in the area 1.
Page 28 Locking with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless) You must carry the key with you. f Close the door. f Briefly press the Porsche Entry & Drive locking button A in the door handle. The emergency flasher flashes twice and an acoustic signal will sound twice.
Page 29 Danger! Unlocking with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless) Risk of poisoning. Exhaust gases can enter the passenger compartment when the rear Warning! lid is open. f Always keep the rear lid closed when the Risk of being locked out of vehicles with Porsche Entry &...
Page 30 1. Pull down the rear lid by means of the closing handle (arrow), and press it gently into the lock. The rear lid is automatically pulled closed and locked. (only if rear lid is unlocked) 2. Lock the vehicle. Locking the rear lid Warning! Danger of crushing.
Page 31 Make sure the vehicle is unlocked if your f Always observe the opening and closing opera- Opening and closing of the rear lid are indicated vehicle is not equipped with Porsche Entry & tion so that movement can be stopped at any by three warning tones.
Page 32 Option 2 Option 3 Automatically closing the rear lid f Press the button f Pull and hold the button in the driver’s door with on the key for approx. Make sure that the load is not in the area of the 1 second.
Page 33 Interrupting the opening or closing operation Detection of obstacles during closing 4. Press and hold the button in the rear lid trim in the event of danger panel for approx. 3 seconds. The closing operation is interrupted if closing of An acknowledgement signal sounds, and the The opening or closing operation is interrupted the rear lid is blocked by an obstacle.
Page 34 The rear window is unlocked if you are in the rear window. area of the vehicle with the key. f Press the release button A and open the Unlocking with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless) window. Warning! Closing the rear window...
Page 35: Opening And Locking From Inside
Opening and locking from inside Unlocking doors Button in the armrest The factory settings of the vehicle are described in this chapter. f Press the left half of the button in the door You can change the settings and store them on panel.
Page 36 Opening doors Securing rear doors Switching child protection on/off The power windows, central locking buttons on Opening unlocked doors You can secure the rear doors to prevent uninten- f Pull inner door handle once. tional opening when driving. the rear doors and the rear control panel for the air conditioning can be disabled by means of the Switching child lock on and off safety button in the armrest of the driver’s door.
Page 37: Opening And Closing The Engine Compartment Lid
Closing f Lower lid and let it fall into the lock. If neces- sary, push the lid closed with the palm of your hand in the area of the lock. f Check that the lid has correctly engaged in the lock.
Page 38 Only one door is unlocked locking noise. radio contact between remote control and vehicle in the case of Porsche Entry & Drive), The remote control of the key may The setting for locking and unlocking the doors and rear lid has been changed on the multi- –...
Page 39 Not all vehicle doors are locked 3. Press red slide B with the key bit in the direc- 7. Lock the driver’s door with the key in the door tion of the arrow. lock. The central locking system has failed. The doors 4.
Page 40: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel
Seats, Mirrors and Steering Wheel Front seats........... 41 Front seat with memory......... 42 Easy Entry Function ........45 Headrests ............ 46 Heated Seats – Front and Rear ...... 47 Safety Belts..........49 Airbag Systems ..........53 Child Restraint Systems ........ 58 Child Restraint Anchorages......
Page 41: Front Seats
4. If necessary, correct the seat fore-and-aft senger backrests excessively reclined. adjustment. f Porsche recommends the use of L.A.T.C.H. A Front seat height adjustment. 5. Adjust the height of the headrest so that the (Lower Anchorage and Tether for Children) B Rear seat height adjustment.
Page 42: Front Seat With Memory
Warning! Risk of crushing due to uncontrolled recall of settings. f Cancel automatic adjustment by pressing any of the seat adjustment buttons. f Do not leave children in the car unattended. Memory options – Seat adjustment – Door mirror adjustment Comfort memory options –...
Page 43 Storing passenger mirror setting as a The settings are now assigned to the car key. (in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive). parking aid The stored positions for each seat are recalled automatically.
Page 44 5. Set the control switch A for the mirror setting to the passenger’s side C. The passenger’s mirror swivels downwards. 6. Adjust the passenger’s mirror to the required setting. 7. Briefly press the SET memory button and, within 10 seconds, hold down the person but- ton on which the setting is to be stored until an acknowledge tone is obtained.
Page 45: Easy Entry Function
Once the driver’s door is closed and the ignition get in and out of the car. key is inserted or, in the case of vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive, the ignition is switched on, the seat and steering wheel move into the stored position.
Page 46: Headrests
Rear seats Adjusting f Press button B and push the headrest all the The heights of the headrests for the front seats way down. and the outer headrests for the rear seats can be f Press button A and, at the same time, pull the adjusted.
Page 47: Heated Seats - Front And Rear
A - Front seat, left C - Rear seat, left B - Front seat, right D - Rear seat, right Heated Seats – Front and Rear Switching on f Turn thumb wheel until the desired position is The seat heating is ready for operation when the ignition is on.
Page 48 A - Switches seat heating on Controlling the temperature B - Switches seat heating off f Move button C or button D upwards or down- C - Temperature control for left seat D - Temperature control for right seat wards until the desired position is reached. Switching off Rear seat heating in vehicles with an f Press button B.
Page 49: Safety Belts
The shoulder belt should always rest on your f If safety belts do not work properly, see your upper body. The shoulder belt should never be authorized Porsche dealer immediately. worn behind your back or under your arm. f If the belts show damage to webbing, bindings,...
Page 50 If there is a fault in the belt tensioner system, the airbag warning light lights up. Work may be performed on the belt tensioner system only by an authorized Porsche dealer. Smoke is released when the belt tensioners are triggered.
Page 51 Note on operation The belt can be blocked if the vehicle is standing at an angle or if the belt is pulled out using a jerk- ing movement. f The belt cannot be pulled out while accelerat- ing and slowing down, when cornering and when driving uphill.
Page 52 Safety belt height adjustment Adjusting belt height electrically f Operate rocker switch B in the desired The heights of the belt deflectors for the driver’s direction until the optimal belt adjustment is seat, passenger’s seat and the outer rear seats reached.
Page 53: Airbag Systems
The front airbags are located under the padded weight sensing. authorized Porsche dealer. steering wheel panel on the driver’s side and, on f Do not hang objects (e.g., jackets, coats, coat f Always keep feet in the footwell while driving.
Page 54 Using accessories not approved by Porsche Function of the airbag system higher speed accidents where the vehicle decele- can cause the weight sensing to be impaired. rates over a longer time. Since airbag deployment Airbags are a supplemental safety system. Your...
Page 55 The backrest is in the upright position. To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- f Do not transport a load and objects in the rear bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- mends: footwell or under the passenger's seat.
Page 56 Have the fault remedied at your nearest autho- also not light up, even though the passenger's airbag is switched off. rized Porsche dealer. A - PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp Note on operation Although not desired, it can occur in the case of...
Page 57 If you sell your Porsche, notify the purchaser that the vehicle is equipped with airbags, and refer – If the warning light does not light up when the them to the chapter, “Airbag Systems“, in the...
Page 58: Child Restraint Systems
Porsche and the appropriate child age Children of this age must be transported in a re- groups. Other systems have not been tested and –...
Page 59 Porsche dealer about the possible installation To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- of a Porsche child restraint system. bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- Danger! mends: f If a child restraint system must be fastened to...
Page 60 To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- system. bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- In this case: mends: f Carry the passenger on the rear bench.
Page 61 Seek appropriate advice from your authorized f After fastening the child restraint system, do Porsche dealer about the possible installation of a not adjust the seat. Porsche child restraint system. f Check the condition of the passenger airbag system shown by the indicator lamp A in the central console.
Page 62 These systems have been tested and adjusted to airbag deployment. the interior of your Porsche and the appropriate To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- child age groups. Other systems have not been bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- tested and could entail an increased risk of injury.
Page 63: Child Restraint Anchorages
If your child restraint seat or seats require the use of a tether strap, you will want to use the anchor points A provided behind the rear bench back- rests. To ensure proper installation, see your authorized Porsche dealer. Seats, Mirrors and Steering Wheel...
Page 64: Brief Overview - Door Mirrors
Brief overview – door mirrors This brief overview does not replace the informa- tion provided in the chapter “Door mirrors”. In particular, warnings are not replaced by this brief overview. Precondition f Switch ignition on. Switch for mirror adjustment What do I want to do? What do I have to do? What do I see? Adjusting the mirror on the driver’s side...
Page 65: Door Mirrors
Warning! Adjusting the door mirrors synchronously Risk of accident. Vehicles or objects appear In the multi-purpose display of the instrument pan- el, you have the option of adjusting the door mir- smaller in convex mirrors and further away rors synchronously. than they are in reality.
Page 66 Door mirror heating Preconditions – Vehicle must be equipped with seat memory. The door mirror heater is ready for operation – Control switch A must be turned to position C when the ignition is switched on. (passenger mirror’s setting). Switching on –...
Page 67: Interior Mirror
Note on operation The incident light in the area of light sensors G must not be restricted (e.g. by stickers on the windshield). Switching off automatic anti-dazzle operation f Press button F. Light-emitting diode E goes out. Note on operation Anti-dazzle operation switches off automatically, –...
Page 68 Warning! Danger of injury. Electrolyte fluid can emerge from broken mirror glass. This fluid irritates the skin and eyes. f If the electrolyte fluid should come into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately rinse it off with clean water. See a doctor if necessary.
Page 69: Steering Wheel
Please observe the chapter “AIRBAG SYS- TEMS” on Page 53. Steering Wheel Tiptronic rocker switches The Porsche Tiptronic is a six-speed transmission and features an “automatic” and a “manual” gear- shift mode. You can change temporarily to manual mode using rocker switches A on the steering wheel.
Page 70 Steering Wheel Adjustment Warning! Risk of accident. The steering wheel may move further than desired if you attempt to adjust it when driving. You can lose control of the vehicle, causing serious personal injury or death. f Do not adjust the steering wheel when driving. Risk of crushing due to uncontrolled recall of seat memory settings.
Page 71: Multi-Functional Steering Wheel
Please observe the operating instructions sup- when driving. This could distract you from the traffic and plied for the Porsche communication systems cause you to lose control of the vehicle. before operating the function keys. f Operate the components while driving only if Note on operation the traffic situation allows you to do so safely.
Page 72 Please observe the operating instructions sup- Source selection es on automatically. Using the buttons on the back of the steering plied for the Porsche communication systems – Select available audio source. wheel (arrow), the lighting for the function keys before operating the function keys.
Page 73 Switch off the sound telephone function f Please read the operating instructions sup- Source selection plied for the Porsche communication systems – Select available audio source. before operating the function keys. Depending on the equipment in your vehicle, the following sources are avai-...
Page 74: Sun Visors
Note on operation f Please note that sun visor B must be swivelled upwards before swivelling back sun visor A. Otherwise, sun visor B can no longer be swiv- elled upwards. Sun Visors Make-up mirror The make-up mirror on the rear of the sun visor is Warning! closed with a sliding cover.
Page 75: Sun Blinds, Rear Side Windows
Pulling out sun blinds f Pull out sun blind (arrow) and engage in holders A. Retracting sun blinds f Disengage the sun blind from holders A and carefully guide it back into the retractor roller. Sun Blinds, Rear Side Windows The sun blinds in the rear door trim panels can be pulled out.
Page 76: Air Conditioning, Parking Heater And Heated Rear Window
Air Conditioning, Parking Heater and Heated Rear Window Overview of Air-Conditioning Systems ..... 77 Opening the Cover Flap of the Air-Conditioning Control Panel ......78 Brief Overview – Automatically Controlled 2-Zone Air-Conditioning System...... 79 Automatically Controlled 2-Zone Air-Conditioning..........80 Brief Overview – Automatically Controlled 4-Zone Air-Conditioning System, Front Control Panel...
Page 77: Overview Of Air-Conditioning Systems
Overview of Air-Conditioning Systems The following air-conditioning system types may be installed, depending on your vehicle equip- ment: A - Automatically controlled 4-zone air- conditioning system The air-conditioning system controls the set interior temperature completely automatically. Temperature, air quantity and air distribution can be set individually for the front left, front right, rear left and rear right air-conditioned areas.
Page 78: Opening The Cover Flap Of The Air-Conditioning Control Panel
Opening the Cover Flap of the Air-Conditioning Control Panel f Swivel cover flap on the handle downwards (arrow). Air Conditioning, Parking Heater and Heated Rear Window...
Page 79: Brief Overview - Automatically Controlled 2-Zone Air-Conditioning System
Brief Overview – Automatically Controlled 2-Zone Air-Conditioning System This brief overview does not replace the informa- tion provided in the chapter ”Automatically Controlled 2-Zone Air-Conditioning“. In particular, warnings are not replaced by this brief overview. What do I want to do? What do I have to do? Switching on automatic air-conditioning Press button C.
Page 80: Automatically Controlled 2-Zone Air-Conditioning
A - Windshield defroster B - Heated rear window C - AUTO button (automatic mode) D - Recirculated air, automatic recirculated air E - Air-conditioning display F - Temperature sensor G - Air-quantity button H - Temperature button for left side I - Air to windshield J - Air to footwell K - Air to central and side vents...
Page 81 Automatic mode Setting temperature Setting air quantity f Press button To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature f Push air quantity button G up (more) or down Indicator light in button lights up. can be adjusted between 61 °F and 85 °F (16 °C (less).
Page 82 Setting air distribution Accepting settings for driver’s side for the Switching automatic entire vehicle recirculating-air mode on Air to windshield f Press button once. The MONO function allows temperature settings Indicator light in button lights up. f Press button for the driver’s side to be accepted for the entire Control of the outside-air supply depends on vehicle.
Page 83 Switching recirculating-air mode Defrosting the windshield ECON mode f Press button Warning! Indicator light in button lights up. Risk of accident due to impaired vision, Warning! The air flows to the windshield and the front resulting in serious personal injury or death. Risk of accident due to impaired vision, side windows.
Page 84 This is normal and not a sign of leakage. – If uncooled air flows out when the lowest temperature has been set (”LO“), switch off the air-conditioning compressor and have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Air Conditioning, Parking Heater and Heated Rear Window...
Page 85: Brief Overview - Automatically Controlled 4-Zone Air-Conditioning System, Front Control Panel
Brief Overview – Automatically Controlled 4-Zone Air-Conditioning System, Front Control Panel This brief overview does not replace the informa- tion provided in the chapter ”Automatically Controlled 4-Zone Air-Conditioning“. In particular, warnings are not replaced by this brief overview. What do I want to do? What do I have to do? Switching on automatic air-conditioning Press button C.
Page 86: Brief Overview - Automatically Controlled 4-Zone Air-Conditioning System, Rear Control Panel
Brief Overview – Automatically Controlled 4-Zone Air-Conditioning System, Rear Control Panel This brief overview does not replace the informa- tion provided in the chapter ”Automatically Controlled 4-Zone Air-Conditioning“. In particular, warnings are not replaced by this brief overview. What do I want to do? What do I have to do? Switching on automatic air-conditioning Press button C.
Page 87: Automatically Controlled 4-Zone Air-Conditioning
Control panel, front A - Windshield defroster B - Heated rear window C - AUTO button (automatic mode) REST button (engine residual heat) D - Recirculated air, automatic recirculated air E - Air-conditioning display F - Temperature sensor G - Air-quantity button, left H - Temperature button, left I - Air to windshield, left J - Air to footwell, left...
Page 88 Control panel, rear C - AUTO button (automatic mode) F - Air-conditioning/seat heating display G - Air-quantity button, left H - Temperature button, left; seat heating, left I - Air to vent, left door post J - Air to footwell, left K - Air to left central vent (center console) O - Seat heating off/on P - Air to vent, right door post...
Page 89 Setting temperature Setting air quantity Setting air distribution To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature Air to windshield and side windows The air quantity can be selected individually for for each of the four air-conditioned areas can be each of the four air-conditioned areas. adjusted between 61°F and 85°F (16°C and The air quantity can be selected individually for f Push air quantity button up (more) or down...
Page 90 Air to footwell Defrosting the windshield Switching recirculating-air mode f Press button f Press button on the front control panel. The air flows to the footwell. Indicator light in button lights up. Warning! The air flows to the windshield and the front Ending air distribution functions side windows.
Page 91 (”LO“), switch off the air-conditioning compressor and have the fault Switching off ECON mode remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. f If the interior temperature is too high, press button press button The ECON logo disappears from the air-condi- tioning display panel.
Page 92 Controlling rear air-conditioned Rear seat heating areas with the front control panel The rear seats can also be heated in vehicles with f Press button four-zone air conditioning. The Symbol appears on the display. f For further information on the rear seat The rear air-conditioned areas can be heating: controlled from the front control panel.
Page 93: Vents
Changing air flow direction f Swivel vent fins B in the desired direction. Note on operation Fresh air or conditioned fresh air can be delivered from all vents depending on the air distribution setting. Fresh-air intake In order to ensure unhindered air intake: f Keep the fresh-air intake between the winds- hield and the engine compartment lid free from snow, ice and leaves.
Page 94: Heated Rear Window
Heated Rear Window Switching on f Press button B. The heated rear window is ready for operation Indicator light in button lights up. when the ignition is on. Depending on the outside temperature, the heating switches off automatically after approx. 5 to 20 minutes.
Page 95: Parking Heater
The parking heater is operated using the following buttons on the front air-conditioning control panel: Switch parking heater on and off Activate program Start programming Call memories Set ON times Activate heating function Set ON times Activate ventilating function –“ A - ”...
Page 96 Notes on operation Switching parking heater on and The parking heater runs on fuel, and it therefore cannot be switched on after the reserve warning lights up. Switching on f For further information on the fuel reserve f Press ON/OFF button warning: The most recently activated parking heating or Please observe the chapter “FUEL RESERVE...
Page 97 Programming function 1. Switch ignition off. 2. Press TIMER button on the front air-conditioning control panel. The symbols for the parking heating I or par- king ventilation E function flash on the display. 3. Select function. Press button for parking heating or button for parking ventilation.
Page 98 Programming ON times Activating the memory Example: 1. Switch ignition off. The parking heater runs for 30 minutes. It then The parking heater is to activate the parking switches itself off automatically. heating function at 9:48 a.m. 2. Press TIMER button. The program must be reactivated for every subse- To do this: 3.
Page 99 Parking heater faults Have the parking heater checked by an authorized Porsche dealer in the following cases: Initial start-up following period of non- – If the parking heater fails to ”start-up“ after the utilization 3rd switch-on attempt. If you have not used the parking heater for several –...
Page 100: Windows And Sliding Roofs
Windows and Sliding Roofs Power windows........... 101 Brief overview - sliding/lifting roof ....105 Sliding/Lifting Roof ........106 Brief overview – Panorama roof system ........ 110 Windows and Sliding Roofs...
Page 101: Power Windows
Remove the ignition key or switch ignition off in Opening window with the rocker switch f Press rocker switch until the window has vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive to shut off power to the window switches when reached the desired position.
Page 102 One-touch operation for front windows f Pull or press rocker switch to its final position in the driver’s door. Window moves to its final position. Press or pull again to stop the window in the desired position. Note on operation If a door window is blocked during closing, it will stop and open again by several centimetres.
Page 103 15 seconds of opening the door. On vehicles with and without Porsche Entry & Drive Opening/closing windows with car key Warning! Danger of injury. The window will close with its full closing force.
Page 104 1. Close window completely once by pulling rock- er switch. 2. Open window completely again by pressing rocker switch. On vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive Closing windows with button in door handle Warning! Danger of injury. The window will close with its full closing force.
Page 105: Brief Overview - Sliding/Lifting Roof
Brief overview - sliding/lifting roof This brief overview does not replace the informa- tion provided in the chapter “Sliding/lifting roof”. In particular, warnings are not replaced by this brief overview. Switch in the roof console What do I want to do? What do I have to do? What do I see? Opening roof...
Page 106: Sliding/Lifting Roof
Always withdraw ignition key when leaving the vehicle or switch ignition off in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive. Always take the ig- A - Closes sliding/lifting roof completely B - Opens sliding/lifting roof to comfort setting nition key with you when leaving the vehicle.
Page 107 A - Closing sliding/lifting roof completely C - Opening sliding/lifting roof completely Comfort function on vehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive f Turn knob to switch position A. f Turn knob beyond stop position B to switch po- sition C.
Page 108 Emergency operation of sliding/lifting roof If the sliding/lifting roof is defective, this can be closed or opened manually. Warning! Risk of serious personal injury and damage to the sliding/lifting roof during emergency operation. f Take care to ensure that nobody can be injured when the sliding/lifting roof is operated.
Page 109 To close the roof – turn to the right. To open the roof – turn to the left. 6. Remove the key and return it to the storage tray. 7. Clip in cover. f Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Windows and Sliding Roofs...
Page 110: Brief Overview - Panorama Roof System
Brief overview – Panorama roof system This brief overview does not replace the informa- tion provided in the chapter “Panorama roof system”. In particular, warnings are not replaced by this brief overview. Elements of the Panorama roof system Switch in the roof console What do I want to do? What do I have to do? What do I see?
Page 111 Panorama roof system Caution! Risk of damage when activating the The Panorama roof system of your Porsche Panorama roof system due to improperly consists of a total of four roof elements. atteched roof elements. Roof element 1 is the draft deflector. This...
Page 112 The roller blind will open automatically to the vehicle or switch ignition off in vehicles that selected opening width. have Porsche Entry & Drive. Always take the ignition key with you when leaving the vehicle. D - Raises sliding/lifting roof element Uninformed persons (e.g.
Page 113 Comfort function on vehicles without Force limiter for the Panorama roof Save final position of the Panorama roof Porsche Entry & Drive system system Opening and closing the Panorama roof All roof elements are equipped with a force limiter. After disconnecting/reconnecting the vehicle...
Page 114 Opening/closing the roller blind Roller blind cleaning position The rocker switch has a two-stage function: 1. Close Panorama roof system and roller blind completely. – If the rocker switch is pressed to the first stage, the roller blind opens or closes as long 2.
Page 115 Emergency operation of the Panorama roof system Use emergency operation only under exceptional circumstances if the electric emergency closing function cannot be implemented and the end position cannot be stored. f Before using emergency operation, please check whether the fuse is defective. After the fuse has been changed, the limit positions of the Panorama roof system will have to be stored again.
Page 116 5. Hold the key in this position and turn. To close the roof – turn clockwise. To open the roof – turn counter-clockwise. Note on operation When using emergency closing for the sliding/ lifting roof element, make sure that the roof element is completely closed (center position between sliding and lifting roof position).
Page 117: Lights, Turn Signals And Windshield Wipers
Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers Light Switch..........118 Instrument Illumination ........ 120 Automatic Headlight Beam Adjustment..120 Turn signal/High Beam/ Headlight Flasher Stalk ....... 121 Emergency flasher ........121 Interior Lighting.......... 123 Coming Home Function (Auto Shut Off Delay) ........125 Door-Surrounding Lighting......
Page 118: Light Switch
Note on operation If the ignition key is withdrawn and the door is opened while the lights (not the parking light) are on, an acoustic signal (gong) warns of possible battery discharge. In some countries, differences are possible due to provisions of law. Light switch with driving light assistant Light switch without driving light assistant Light Switch...
Page 119 Risk of accident due to driving without lights. The driving light assistant is a comfort function. f Always carefully monitor the automatic driving Your Porsche’s driving light (low beam) is switched on and off automatically, irrespective of the ambi- light control.
Page 120: Instrument Illumination
It this test item is not met, the headlight beam adjustment system must be checked by an authorized Porsche dealer. A - Instrument lighting knob Instrument Illumination When the light is switched on, the brightness of the instrument illumination can be adjusted by turning thumb wheel A.
Page 121: Turn Signal/High Beam/Headlight Flasher Stalk
Note on operation When the high beam is switched on or the head- light flasher is operated, the blue indicator light on the speedometer is lit. Parking light The parking light can only be switched on when the ignition is switched off. f Move the lever up or down to switch on the right or left parking light.
Page 122 Danger! Risk of an accident resulting in serious per- sonal injury or death. f Whenever stalled or stopped for emergency re- pairs, move the car well off the road. Switch on the emergency flasher and mark the car with road flares or other warning devices. f Do not remain in the car.
Page 123: Interior Lighting
Interior light, front Switching on f Move switch B to the left. Switching on and off automatically f Move switch B to the right. The lights are switched on when a door is un- locked or opened or when the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock.The lights are switched off with a delay of approx.
Page 124 Switching on and off automatically f Move toggle switch to center position. The lights are switched on when a door is un- locked or opened or when the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock.The lights are switched off with a delay of approx. 30 seconds after the door is closed.
Page 125: Coming Home Function (Auto Shut Off Delay)
The area in front of the vehicle is illuminated with the following lights when the vehicle is unlocked by f Hold down button A until the level of brightness remote control or by Porsche Entry & Drive: that you require is reached. – Low beam Coming Home Function (Auto Shut –...
Page 126: Brief Overview - Windshield Wipers
Brief overview – Windshield wipers This brief overview does not replace the informa- tion provided in the chapter “Windshield wiper/ washer stalk”. In particular, warnings are not replaced by this brief overview. Windshield wiper stalk Rain sensor rotary switch What do I want to do? What do I have to do? Automatic wiping at front Press the stalk to detent position 1.
Page 127: Windshield Wiper/Washer Stalk
f Always switch the windshield wipers off (posi- Windshield Wiper/Washer Stalk tion 0) before opening the engine compart- ment lid. If the wiper arms are not in end posi- Warning! tion, they will automatically move to this posi- Danger of injury when the windshield wipers tion when the engine compartment lid is operate unintentionally.
Page 128 2 – Front windshield wiper – slow f Move wiper stalk upwards to the second click. 3 – Front windshield wiper – fast f Move wiper stalk upwards to the third click. At speeds of less than approx. ca. 2.5 mph (4 km/h), rain sensor operation mode is automat- ically activated if the windshield wiper is switched on.
Page 129 When the wiper lever is released, a few drying on Page 284. wipes are executed. Maintenance Note f Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer f If heavily soiled, repeat wash. for further information. f Persistent dirt (e.g. insect remains) should be The wiper blades may be damaged.
Page 130 Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers...
Page 131: Multi-Purpose Display And Instruments
Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments Instrument Panel USA Models ......132 Switching off passenger compartment Instrument Panel Canada Models....134 monitoring and inclination sensor Oil Temperature Gage .........136 on the multi-purpose display......161 Tachometer..........136 Synchronous adjustment of door mirrors ..162 Cooling System ..........137 Changing settings for opening and Fuel Gage...........138 locking the vehicle........
Page 132: Instrument Panel Usa Models
Instrument Panel USA Models Warning and indicator lights on the A Oil temperature gage speedometer B Tachometer Warning and indicator lights on the C Clock reset button Rear fog light indicator light tachometer D Cooling system temperature gage Emission Control warning light Turn signal indicator light, right E Multi-purpose display (Check Engine)
Page 133 Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments...
Page 134: Instrument Panel Canada Models
Instrument Panel Canada Models Warning and indicator lights on the A Oil temperature gage speedometer B Tachometer Warning and indicator lights on the C Clock reset button Rear fog light indicator light tachometer D Cooling system temperature gage Emission Control warning light Turn signal indicator light, right E Multi-purpose display (Check Engine)
Page 135 Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments...
Page 136: Oil Temperature Gage
Tachometer Oil Temperature Gage The start of the red zone on the tachometer scale A warning message will appear on the multi-pur- is a visual warning of the maximum permissible en- pose display of the instrument panel if the engine gine speed.
Page 137: Cooling System
If the cooling system is in any way faulty, con- Caution! zed Porsche dealer. sult your authorized Porsche dealer. Risk of engine damage. f For further information on coolant, checking f Do not continue driving if the warning persists...
Page 138: Fuel Gage
Fuel reserve warning When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running, the warning light on the multi-purpose dis- play of the instrument panel lights up if less than 3 gallons (12 liters) of fuel remains in the tank or the range on remaining fuel falls below approx.
Page 139: Speedometer
Clock A is adjusted on the multi-purpose display in the instrument panel: f Press button B. The SETTINGS > CLOCK menu is automatical- ly opened on the multi-purpose display. f For information on setting the clock: Please observe the chapter “SETTING THE CLOCK”...
Page 140: Engine Boost Pressure
Please observe the chapter “OVERVIEW OF f Have the fault remedied at your nearest autho- WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 168. rized Porsche dealer. Danger of steering assistance failing during a long trip in the water if the drive belt slips.
Page 141: Emission Control
– the vehicle was refueled while the engine was running. f Stop immediately at a suitable and secure place and check tank cap for proper fastening. If tank cap was fastened correctly, see your au- thorized Porsche dealer for service as soon as possible. Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments...
Page 142: Operating The Multi-Purpose Display On The Instrument Panel
Operating the multi-purpose Note on operation display on the instrument panel Depending on the equipment of your vehicle, some information or functions may not be avai- On-board computer information can be displayed lable on the multi-purpose display (e.g. navigation, on the multi-purpose display. Additional functions audio system, compass or tire pressure) are also available in the main menu which allow Various menus can only be called up when the...
Page 143 Operating example: Displaying average consumption Select items with rocker switch on the wiper stalk in each case and confirm by pressing the ENTER button. 1. MAIN MENU >VEHICLE INFO Select and confirm 2. Select Ø CONSUM. 3. Confirm selection. The average consumption is now displayed.
Page 144 Menu overview of the multi-purpose display Basic display Main menu Sub-menus Displays and settings in the sub-menus Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments...
Page 145: Displaying/Resetting Average Speed
Displaying/resetting average Displaying tire pressure Displaying compass speed This display is available only in conjunction with the This display is available only in conjunction with the Tire Pressure Monitoring option. Compass or PCM option. Displaying average speed 1. Switch ignition on. 1.
Page 146: Operating The Telephone Via The Multi-Purpose Display
Operating the telephone via the Accepting, refusing, ending a call multi-purpose display Incoming calls are shown on the multi-purpose display (PHONE INFO must be activated). Note 1. Display on display screen The telephone function of the multi-purpose 1. Select ACCEPT or display is linked to both the PCM and the multi- REFUSE.
Page 147 Displaying last numbers and last-number Displaying important numbers and calling Displaying telephone book, selecting redial party and calling The IMPORTANT NOS. menu shows the entries The LAST NUMBERS menu shows the most recent stored as important numbers on the SIM card. The PHONE BOOK menu shows the entries of the entries dialled via the respective SIM card.
Page 148: Setting Speed Limit On The Multi-Purpose Display
Displaying missed calls, calling back party The telephone numbers of the rejected calls are shown in the MISSED CALLS menu. The numbers are stored on the SIM card. 4. 1. MAIN MENU > PHONE > MISSED CALLS Setting speed limit on the multi- Select and confirm.
Page 149: Displaying Warning Messages
3. Confirm selection. Danger! LIMIT ACTIVE is activated Warning messages indicate possible faults. LIMIT ACTIVE is deactivated f Go to an authorized Porsche dealer 4. Select BACK. immediately. 5. Confirm selection. Sub-menu SPEED LIMIT is displayed. Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments...
Page 150: Displaying Status Of Level Control
Note on operation The level control is adjusted by means of the rocker switch behind the Tiptronic selector lever in the center console. For information on level control and height adjustment: Please observe the chapter “AIR SUSPENSION WITH LEVEL CONTROL AND HEIGHT ADJUST- MENT”...
Page 151: Displaying Average Consumption
Ø 2. Select CONSUMPTION increases risk of a tire failure and resulting tires checked by an authorized Porsche dealer. loss of control. Furthermore, low tire f If Tire Pressure Monitoring is defective (e.g. 3. Confirm selection. pressure increases rate of wear of the...
Page 152 f If a tire pressure message is displayed, correct Functional description of Tire Pressure Note on operation the tire pressure at the next opportunity. Monitoring Settings can be made only when the vehicle is f Incomplete entries or selection of the wrong stationary.
Page 153 Note on operation tires on the multi-purpose display affect Select and confirm. correct indication of warnings and Before fitting tires approved by Porsche with a 2. Select TYRES. messages. size which is not already stored in the multi- f The settings must be updated in the TYRE purpose display, the missing information should 3.
Page 154 Setting vehicle loading and adjusting tire injury or death. 4. Confirm selection. pressure Moreover, Porsche recommends obeying all The set load status is shown. traffic laws at all times to maintain the safety The tire pressure must be adjusted according to Deviations from the required pressure are shown of yourself and all vehicle occupants.
Page 155 - Changing wheel with spare wheel or collapsible spare wheel For information on jacking up the vehicle: Please observe the chapter “LIFTING THE VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM OR GARAGE LIFT” on Page 329. For information on changing a wheel: Please observe the chapter “WHEEL CHANGE”...
Page 156 Have the tire or wheel replaced by an been corrected to the required value. authorized Porsche dealer as soon as The message is shown for 10 seconds on the possible.
Page 157 Setting spare wheel. The spare wheel and collapsible spare wheel are not equipped with wheel transmitters and are not 1. MAIN MENU monitored by Tire Pressure Monitoring. >TYRE PRESSURE >SETTINGS Wheel change (without warning) > TYRES > SPARE WHEEL The settings of the multi-purpose display must be Select and confirm.
Page 158 50 mph (80 km/h) is exceeded. f Have the collapsible spare wheel replaced by The reminder SPARE WHEEL/SEALING SET an authorized Porsche dealer as soon as OPERATION? appears each time the ignition is possible. switched on.
Page 159 Setting tire sealant/sealing set Warning! Note on spare wheel/sealing set operation Risk of accident, resulting in serious 1. MAIN MENU Each time the ignition is switched on, personal injury or death if a tire repaired with >TYRE PRESSURE the reminder SPARE WHEEL/SEALING SET tire sealant is in use.
Page 160 Faults in Tire Pressure Monitoring – at least three wheel transmitters for Tire Pressure Monitoring are faulty or not present, In the event of faults, Tire Pressure Monitoring – temporarily after changing a wheel, cannot monitor the tire pressure. A distinction is –...
Page 161: Switching Off Passenger Compartment Monitoring And Inclination Sensor On The Multi-Purpose Display
Switching off passenger compart- as a required pressure for each axle if Tire Pressure Monitoring has not yet been taught ment monitoring and inclination the corresponding values, sensor on the multi-purpose – in the front left door aperture for each wheel, display –...
Page 162: Synchronous Adjustment Of Door Mirrors
Switching inclination sensor on/off Changing settings for opening and locking the vehicle The alarm is triggered if the vehicle is raised markedly at one end with the doors locked (e.g. Note on operation theft with a breakdown truck). Comfort settings can be made only when the 1.
Page 163 – SINGLE DOOR Only the driver’s door is unlocked. The door on the access side is unlocked on vehicles equipped with Porsche Entry & Drive. – VEH. SIDE Both doors on the driver’s side are unlocked. The doors on the access side are...
Page 164 (rear lid, rear window and spare wheel bracket) is 4 mph (6 km/h) is exceeded. included in the central locking system. 1. MAIN MENU On vehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive, the Access is possible when the vehicle is stationary >SETTINGS doors are unlocked automatically when the and unlocked.
Page 165: Setting Lighting Off Delay
9. Confirm selection. 12 h mode is activated 12 h mode is deactivated Note on operation There is also a button on the instrument panel to call the CLOCK menu: f Please observe the chapter “CLOCK” on Page 139. Setting lighting off delay Setting the clock You can set the duration the lights remain on after 1.
Page 166: Setting Compass
Calibrating compass In rare cases, external disturbances may necessitate calibration of the compass. The warning message ”CAL.“ then appears on the multi-purpose display. f To calibrate the compass, follow the displayed instruction DRIVE IN A FULL CIRCLE. The display returns to the main menu after successful calibration.
Page 167: Changing Language For Displays
Changing units for displays 1. MAIN MENU >SETTINGS > UNITS Select and confirm. 2. Select the desired category (e.g. SPEEDOMETER). 3. Confirm selection. Changing language for displays Resetting display to factory 4. Select the desired unit (e.g. MPH). settings 1. MAIN MENU 5.
Page 168: Overview Of Warning Messages
Steering faulty Steering lock engaged. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Ignition lock faulty Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. System fault Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Page 169 Check bulb. Check front side lights Check bulb. Check headlight beam adjustment Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Daytime driving lights off Daytime driving lights switch off when the engine is shut off. Switch on lights if necessary.
Page 170 Airbag). Correct the seating position, set the backrest upright, do not support weight on the armrests, or lift on the handles. Airbag faulty. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Seat belt Fasten seat belt. Caution flat tyre...
Page 171 Warning battery/generator Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Start engine The battery discharges if the engine is not running and loads are switched on.
Page 172 Please observe the additional informa- tion in the ”Maintenance“ booklet. Service now Service indicator Have your vehicle serviced at an authorized Porsche dealer. Brake pads Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized Porsche dealer. Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments...
Page 173 Warning Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving. Brake proportioning Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. ABS failure Drive carefully. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. PSM failure Drive carefully. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Page 174 Warning chassis system Stop at a suitable place. Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Chassis system faulty Drive carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer. Spare wheel filling Collapsible spare wheel is being filled by level-control compressor.
Page 175 2 mph (3 km/h). Rear window open All unlocked doors and lids are displayed when the vehicle exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h). System fault Several systems may have failed. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments...
Page 176: Driving And Driving Safety
Driving Programs for On-Road and Off-Road Driving.......... 199 Power-Transmission and Running-Gear Control Systems .........204 Air Suspension with Level Control and Height Adjustment........213 Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)............217 Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)..218 Off-Road Driving.......... 219 Driving and Driving Safety...
Page 177: Ignition Lock/Steering Lock
The vehicle battery discharges if the ignition key is left inserted. Ignition lock positions: Ignition lock positions with Porsche Entry & Drive: If the vehicle battery is dead, the key cannot be 0 - Initial position 0 - Initial position pulled out of the ignition lock.
Page 178 Ignition lock position 1 Locking the steering column 10 seconds. Ignition on Vehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive If necessary, repeat the starting procedure f Turn ignition key to position 1. after a pause of approx. 10 seconds. The steering column is automatically locked Turn the ignition key to ignition lock position 3 Ignition is switched on.
Page 179: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Starting and Stopping the Engine Danger! Starting the vehicle Risk of poisoning. Exhaust gas contains f The immobilizer can be deactivated and the f Operate footbrake. colorless and odorless carbon monoxide engine started only using an authorized f Move Tiptronic selector lever to position (CO), which is toxic even in low concentrati- ignition key.
Page 180 Carry out work in these areas only with the The control unit always remains in the ignition lock in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & engine off and exercise extreme caution. Drive.
Page 181: Parking Brake
Applying the parking brake Releasing the parking brake f Press down firmly on the foot pedal. f Press on the footbrake and pull handle A of the The warning light in the instrument panel lights parking brake. The warning light and the message disappear. A message will be displayed on the multi-pur- pose display of the instrument panel if the par- king brake is not released before moving off.
Page 182: Brakes
Brake system function Parking Brake warning light USA f Make it a habit to check the operation of your Your Porsche is equipped with a power assisted Parking Brake warning brakes before driving. hydraulic dual circuit brake system with disc bra- light Canada kes at the front and rear.
Page 183 Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you With correctly adjusted brakes and a correctly floor mats of the correct size including a working brake system, the pedal travel to the securing possibility.
Page 184 Brakes will dry after a few f Do not continue to operate the vehicle. cautious brake applications. Have your authorized Porsche dealer inspect or replace the brake pads. Warning! f For information on the warning message on...
Page 185 If the braking comfort is noticeably impaired, towed. we recommend having the brake system Please observe the chapter “TOWING” on checked by experts at an authorized Porsche Page 380. dealer. In heavy rain, while driving through water or after f To relieve the braking system on downhill stret-...
Page 186: Brief Overview - Cruise Control
Brief overview – cruise control The cruise control maintains any selected speed between approx. 20 and 150 mph (30 and 240 km/h) without you having to use the accelerator. This brief overview does not replace the informati- on provided in the chapter “Cruise control”. In par- ticular, warnings are not replaced by this brief overview.
Page 187: Cruise Control
Warning! Switching cruise control readiness on Risk of accident while using cruise control in f Pull back the operating lever to position 1 until heavy traffic and consequent personal injury it clicks audibly into place. or death, on twisting roads or under unfavo- rable road conditions (e.g.
Page 188 6 mph (10 km/h) below the set vehicle speed for longer than 5 seconds (e.g. upward slopes). – If Porsche Stability Management (PSM) inter- venes for longer than 0.2 seconds. – If Low Range is switched on. Driving and Driving Safety...
Page 189 Switching cruise control readiness off f Push forward the operating lever to position 2 until it clicks audibly into place. The memory is cleared and the green readiness light goes out. When the vehicle is parked and the ignition switched off, the memory is cleared. Tip on driving On upward or downward slopes, the set speed cannot always be maintained by cruise control.
Page 190: Tiptronic S
Tiptronic S Release button The release button (arrow) on the front side of the The Porsche Tiptronic is a six-speed transmission selector lever prevents unintentional gear chan- and features an “automatic” and a “manual” gear- ges. shift mode. The release button must be pressed when shifting In automatic selection mode (selector lever po- to position R or P.
Page 191: Selector Lever Positions
The transmission no longer shifts. mechanically locked. f To remedy the fault, immediately consult an f Engage parking lock only when vehicle is authorized Porsche dealer. stationary. f Engage parking lock after applying the par- king brake and release it before releasing the parking brake.
Page 192 D - Automatic selection mode (in the road The corner is taken in the right gear, and when you The system leaves manual selection mode: driving program) accelerate out of the corner you do not have to – automatically after around 8 seconds change down.
Page 193 Kickdown Depending on the route profile, the gear-changing The system leaves manual selection mode: points are shifted towards higher or lower engine- The kickdown function is active in selector lever – Automatically after around 8 seconds speed ranges. On steep downhill stretches, position D.
Page 194 D to M. f To remedy the fault, please consult an If you change from M to D, the gear-changing map authorized Porsche dealer. suitable for your current driving style is selected and the appropriate gear is selected.
Page 195 If manual mode fails, the control electronics switch to automatic mode. In this event, the instru- ment panel will display selector lever position D. f To remedy the fault, please consult an author- ized Porsche dealer. Driving and Driving Safety...
Page 196 3rd or 5th gear in selector position D and reverse gear R are now available and will allow you to reach the nearest authorized Porsche dealer. f Please go to your authorized Porsche dealer as soon as possible. Driving and Driving Safety...
Page 197 Selector lever emergency release 3. Undo screws A with key B. 6. Unplug plug connection D. 4. Remove trim mounting F. In the event of an electrical fault, the selector lever lock in position P can be manually released (for to- 5.
Page 198 7. Press foam aside. 8. Press locking lever E aside (to the left) using a suitable object. 9. Move selector lever to position N. 10.Reassemble in reverse order. Danger! Risk of loss of control, resulting in serious personal injury or death. f Ensure that the parking brake of the vehicle is set and that vehicle does not move on its own.
Page 199: Driving Programs For On-Road And Off-Road Driving
(such as ABS, off-road ABS and PSM, etc.) are pro- of the vehicle. It features a multi-step function and vided in your Porsche, with the aim of realising the can be operated in both directions. best possible driving dynamics combined with maximum safety.
Page 200 f Push rocker switch A forward until activation of Low Range indicator light the off-road driving program is indicated on the multi-purpose display of the instrument panel If the Low Range indicator light beside the rocker and by illumination of light-emitting diode B. switch flashes when you attempt to operate The Low Range indicator light on the instru- rocker switch, the conditions for a shift have not...
Page 201 f Push rocker switch A forwards in stages until engagement of the center differential lock is indicated on the multi-purpose display of the instrument panel and by the illumination of the two light-emitting diodes B and C. The center differential lock is changed over to fully engaged state by the automatic control system.
Page 202 A sportier car set-up is obtained when Sport mode is switched on. emitting diodes B, C and if necessary, D are Interventions by the Porsche control systems are out. intentionally shifted towards greater agility and The Low Range indicator light on the instru- driving performance.
Page 203 Switching Sport mode on and off Vehicles with air suspension – PDCC (Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control) is automatically set to Sport mode, and this Sport mode can be activated when the ignition is If you wish to use the characteristics of Sport mo-...
Page 204: Power-Transmission And Running-Gear Control Systems
Power-Transmission and Running-Gear Control Systems A complex interconnection of all control systems acting in power transmission and in the running gear has been realized in your Porsche. All control systems have been linked with the aim of combining the best possible driving performance with maximum safety.
Page 205 In spite of the advantages of PTM, it is still the In spite of the advantages of four-wheel drive, it is Porsche Traction Management is a full-time all- driver’s responsibility to adapt her/his driving style still the driver’s responsibility to adapt her/his dri-...
Page 206 It it is braked so that the other wheel on the same with varying friction. operates together with the Porsche Traction axle can be driven. – The system compensates for undesired vehi- Management (PTM) system.
Page 207 Readiness for operation The events below inform the driver of PSM control – Brake system prefilling: operations and warn him to adapt her/his driving The brake system is prepared for possible sub- PSM is switched on automatically every time you style to the road conditions: sequent emergency braking if the accelerator start the engine.
Page 208 Off-road PSM PSM should always be switched on during (PSM in Low Range program) “normal” driving. However, it can be of advantage to switch off PSM When Low Range is active, an off-road PSM temporarily in exceptional situations: specially matched to off-road driving is activated to enhance traction.
Page 209 The automatic brake differential (ABD) remains on. ment panel. PSM is out of order. Switching PSM back on Consult your authorized Porsche dealer. f Press PSM OFF button A. PSM is switched on after a short delay. The light-emitting diode in the button and the multi-functional PSM light on the instrument panel go out.
Page 210 This controlled braking process is comparable to The limits set by the physics of driving cannot be extremely rapid cadence braking. authorized Porsche dealer. This is necessary overcome, even with ABS. The pulsating brake pedal and a “rattling noise” in order to prevent the occurrence of further...
Page 211 Off-road ABS Hillholder (moving-off assistant) Warning! (ABS in Low Range program) In spite of the advantages of the hillholder func- In Tiptronic selector lever positions D and M, the When Low Range is active, an ABS specially tion, it is still the driver’s responsibility to adapt hillholder function makes it easier to move off matched to off-road driving is activated automati- her/his driving style and maneuvers in line with...
Page 212 Parking brake tests on the brake tester must be f Your Porsche Cayenne vehicle must never be performed only with the ignition switched off and Conditions: the Tiptronic selector lever in position N.
Page 213: Air Suspension With Level Control And Height Adjustment
Note on operation Special terrain level Frequent level changes can cause the compressor to overheat. In this case, the compressor must This setting is intended only for extremely challen- cool for several minutes before the level adjust- ging terrain requiring maximum ground clearance. ment is fully functional again.
Page 214 Loading level Setting level manually Preconditions Caution! – Ignition on. Risk of damage to running-gear parts, units and the vehicle underbody. – Doors are closed. If the car is driven off a curb when at loading level, Setting for example, insufficent ground clearance can f Move rocker switch in the appropriate direc- cause it to bottom out.
Page 215 2nd actuation: Special terrain level 1st actuation: Low level 2nd actuation: Loading level f Press rocker switch A forward a second time. f Pull rocker switch A back a second time. Lowering the vehicle A message appears on the multi-purpose f Pull rocker switch A back once.
Page 216 Adapt your driving style to the changed condi- A message is shown on the multi-purpose tions. display of the instrument panel. f Consult an authorized Porsche dealer in order The vehicle can now be raised. to remedy a system fault. Switching level control back on f If the overload-protection function causes the 1.
Page 217: Porsche Active Suspension Management (Pasm)
Porsche Active Suspension Indication of the selected running-gear setup Management (PASM) The light-emitting diode in the button of the selec- Various messages are shown on the multi-purpose ted running-gear setup is lit. display of the instrument panel. In addition, the selected running-gear setup is indi-...
Page 218: Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (Pdcc)
VING” on Page 199. Further important information on “Maintenance” can be found in a separate chapter. Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) is a sys- Warning message f Please observe the chapter “CAR CARE IN- tem for roll stabilization of the vehicle body when driving.
Page 219: Off-Road Driving
Please read this chapter carefully before driving f Before driving through water, check the water all vehicle components to considerably more wear off road with your Porsche. than normal use, making professional inspection depth, the condition of the surface beneath it...
Page 220 – Center differential lock f Have any damage to your vehicle repaired by Vehicles with SportDesign package – Rear differential lock an authorized Porsche dealer without delay. f For further information on the function of the Caution! running-gear control systems: Risk of damage.
Page 221 f After driving for an extended period through Recommended procedure f Deactivate the Low Range off-road driving mud, sand, water or substances with a similar soiling effect, check the brake discs, brake program. pads, wheels and axle joints and have them f Clean headlights and tail lights and check them cleaned.
Page 222 Uphill driving Note on operation Traction on uphill slopes f Activate the Low Range program before taking Note on operation Danger! extreme upward or downward gradients. f Activate the Low Range program and engage Danger of serious personal injury or death Tips on driving differential locks if necessary.
Page 223 Driving downhill Note on operation Obstacles f Activate the Low Range off-road driving f Pay attention to the ground clearance of the Danger! program. The off-road ABS is switched on car. automatically. There is a danger of serious personal injury Please observe the chapter “GROUND CLEA- or death and risk of damage if the vehicle RANCE”...
Page 224 Danger! Soiling can impair the braking action. f Check and clean the brakes if they have been Danger of drowning if water enters the vehicle. Risk of damage to the engine and soiled. accessories if water penetrates. Danger of steering assistance failing during f Before driving through water, check the water a long trip in the water if the drive belt slips.
Page 225 Tips on driving Maintenance Note f Avoid high engine speeds (max. 2,500 rpm). The car requires a special check after the water crossing. f Do not perform manual gear changes when f Remove mud from the tire tread. driving, and try to avoid stopping. Moving off in the water can be difficult due to f Briefly apply the brakes in order to dry them the high resistance and the loose surface...
Page 226 Crossing obstacles Driving on sand Note on operation Caution! f Activate Low Range and engage differential Risk of damage to the underbody and locks if necessary. chassis components if obstacles are traversed improperly. Tips on driving f Always bear in mind the ground clearance of Loose sand is an especially tricky surface for off- your vehicle.
Page 227 Track ruts When driving on slopes with soft sand on vehicles with Tiptronic S: Other vehicles leave ruts in many off-road courses f Use the manual select mode M in addition to or gravel roads. the Low Range program. f Pay attention to the ground clearance of the If your vehicle becomes stuck nevertheless: car.
Page 228: Luggage Compartment, Loadspace And Storage
Luggage Compartment Cover ...... 236 Luggage safety net ........237 Ski Bag ............239 Roof Transport System ....... 241 Car Audio Operation/Tips ......242 Porsche Communication Management (PCM)............244 Fire Extinguisher .........245 Storage ............. 246 Cupholder ..........250 Ashtray, front ..........252 Cigarette Lighter.........253...
Page 229: Rear Seats
Rear Seats On vehicles with automatically controlled four-zone air conditioning: The rear seats are divided and can be folded Safety button forward individually to make the loadspace bigger. f Press the safety button in the driver's door Caution! armrest before folding the rear seats forward. Risk of damage to seat cushions, backrest, The rear control panel for the air conditioning and seat belt if only the backrest is folded...
Page 230 5. Raise seat cushion vertically. 6. Pull release lever A and fold the backrest 7. Insert mounting hook on the seat cushion in forward. the eyelet of the backrest (arrow). Luggage Compartment, Loadspace and Storage...
Page 231 8. Insert headrest into the receiver in the seat Positioning rear seats 3. Fold seat cushion forward. cushion. 4. Push seat cushion under the backrest. 1. Remove the headrests from the seat cushion. 5. Press seat cushion downward at the front. 2.
Page 232: Loadspace
Loadspace Tie-down rings 2. Unclip prop B and insert it into receiver C in the loadspace floor. The maximum permissible load on the loadspace You can secure the load in the luggage compart- floor is 400 kg or 880 lbs. The weight must be dis- ment against slipping.
Page 233: Cargo Management System
Cargo management system The cargo management system is a variable system for securing objects in the luggage compartment. It comprises two telescopic rails integrated in the loadspace, a telescopic bar, four tie-down rings as well as a strap reel and a reversible mat. The reversible mat is provided with an anti-slip structure on the underside.
Page 234 Inserting strap reel on one rail 3. Insert the two end elements of the strap reel in 2. Insert one end element of the strap reel in the the openings A of the mounting rails. opening A of a mounting rail, press down and 1.
Page 235 Inserting and adjusting tie-down rings Tie-down straps or the luggage net can be fastened to the tie-down rings. Make sure that all rings are equally loaded when securing a load. The tie-down rings are not designed to restrain loads in serious accidents. 1.
Page 236: Luggage Compartment Cover
Luggage Compartment Cover The luggage can be protected against prying eyes with the luggage compartment cover. f Always pull out the luggage compartment cov- er when transporting objects in the luggage compartment. The luggage compartment cover is not de- signed to carry objects. f Do not hang bags or objects on the support brackets A.
Page 237: Luggage Safety Net
Press the cover down into the receiver on the aged during braking or an accident, etc., have cket checked by an authorized Porsche dealer. the luggage safety net and its bracket checked right side until it can be heard and felt to en- by an authorized Porsche dealer.
Page 238 Securing passenger compartment with luggage safety net Pulling out luggage safety net f Pull the luggage safety net out and engage the fastening hooks into the fixing rings on the ceiling. The luggage safety net fastening hooks can be pulled out at the sides. f Make sure that the luggage safety net fastening hooks are properly engaged in the fixing rings.
Page 239: Ski Bag
Ski Bag 5. Pull out and unfold the ski bag. 2. Fold down the armrest of the rear seat back- rest. 6. Insert objects into the ski bag from the Long objects such as skis can be transported in luggage compartment. 3.
Page 240 Stowing ski bag 1. Empty ski bag. 2. Pull ski bag into the passenger compartment. 3. Close lid in the luggage compartment. 4. Carefully fold the ski bag and close the lid. 5. Put in the protective cover and secure it with the Velcro strap.
Page 241: Roof Transport System
Please observe the chapter “WEIGHTS” on style appropriately. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to Page 392. f Since fuel consumption and noise are in- tell you about the manifold uses of the Roof Trans- f Distribute load evenly, with heavy items as low port System.
Page 242: Car Audio Operation/Tips
Electronic accessories should only be installed by til the disturbance has passed. your authorized Porsche dealer. Equipment which has not been tested and ap- proved by Porsche may impair radio reception. Luggage Compartment, Loadspace and Storage...
Page 243 Car Telephone and Aftermarket Alarms discs. Any portable telephone or radio transmitter which is used in a Porsche must be properly installed in f Use only compact discs labeled as shown, hav- Important legal and safety information re- accordance with the technical requirements of garding the use of cellular telephones ing no dirt, damage or warpage.
Page 244: Porsche Communication Management (Pcm)
Warning! ranty. Serious tire slip (e.g. spinning wheels on snow) f Consult your authorized Porsche dealer about There is danger of accident if you set or may result in temporarily inaccurate navigation. operate the on-board computer, radio, navi- the installation of non Porsche approved equip-...
Page 245: Fire Extinguisher
Fire extinguisher under the right front seat f Take the fire extinguisher out of the drawer un- der the seat. Note f Pay attention to the final control date on the fire extinguisher. If the fire extinguisher is used after its testing interval has elapsed, it may not function properly.
Page 246: Storage
Storage Storage options – In the glasses case in the roof console Warning! – In the glove compartment, pen holder Unsecured luggage and heavy objects may come loose during braking, rapid directional – In the front and rear armrests changes or in an accident and cause serious –...
Page 247 Opening f Press button A and open cover. Locking f Always lock button A with the car key to secure the contents from unauthorized access. Glove compartment B - Thumb wheel for cooling the glove compartment C - Holder for pens Warning! Cooling the glove compartment Risk of injury by the glove compartment lid in...
Page 248 Storage trays in the armrest between the Storage tray in the rear armrest Opening the lower tray front seats Press button B and lift top tray with the cover One storage tray is located in the armrest. Two storages trays are located in the armrest. closed.
Page 249 Opening the storage compartment f Pull off the cover on the handle recess. Closing the storage compartment f First, insert the cover at the bottom and then close it until it clicks audibly into place. Caution! Risk of damage. f Because of the heat, the right-hand storage compartment cannot be used as such in vehicles that have air suspension with level control and height adjustment.
Page 250: Cupholder
Cupholder You can place drinks cans and cups in the cup- holder. f Keep the cupholder closed while driving. Warning! Risk of accident, scalding or damage due to spilling drinks. f Only use cupholder when safe to do so it is. f Only use containers which fit.
Page 251 Closing the cover Opening rear cupholder DVD player under the right front seat f Insert the four guide lugs of the cover into their f Press on the cover of the cupholder (arrow). On vehicles with DVD navigation, the DVD player is openings (arrow).
Page 252: Ashtray, Front
Emptying f Move unlocking button A to the right; the ashtray insert pops out. f Once you have emptied the ashtray, replace the insert and push it down until it clicks audibly into place. Ashtray, front Ashtray, rear Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, an Warning! ashtray can be installed in the rear door panels.
Page 253: Cigarette Lighter
Cigarette Lighter Warning! Danger of fire and burning. The cigarette lighter is ready for use, regardless of the ig- nition lock position. f Do not leave children in the car unattended. f Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter.
Page 254: Trailer Hitch
Trailer Hitch Trailer Coupling .......... 255 Loading Information ........256 Trailer Hitch...
Page 255: Trailer Coupling
Electrical connection Trailer Coupling Your Porsche is equipped with a 7-pin connector A for the electrical connection to the trailer. Warning! Risk of accident. Warning! f Follow the operating instructions for the trailer Risk of accident.
Page 256: Loading Information
Loading Information The Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum The maximum load rating is the load rating for load limit for the front or the rear axle. This infor- a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pres- mation is located on the safety comliance sticker sure.
Page 257 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five - 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
Page 258 f If the rear seats are not occupied, the back- Stowing load in the vehicle Driving rests can be additionally secured with the safe- f The car's handling changes depending on the ty belts. Simply cross the outer safety belts Warning! vehicle loading.
Page 259 Towing a trailer Distributing the load Door mirrors f If the width of the trailer obstructs your view of f Distribute the load in the trailer so that heavy Warning! the traffic behind the trailer, you must have ad- objects are as close to the axle as possible. ditional door mirrors fitted.
Page 260 f Slow down immediately if the trailer starts to Driving with a trailer sway. Do not countersteer; brake if necessary. When towing a trailer you must under all circum- Never attempt to straighten out the car-trailer stances adapt your speed to prevailing road and combination by accelerating.
Page 261: Parking
Parking Parking Aids ..........262 Swivelling down mirror glass as parking aid.. 266 Garage Door Opener ........267 Parking...
Page 262: Parking Aids
Parking Aids Tiptronic selector lever position: – P – ParkAssist is not activated. ParkAssist provides a visual and acoustic indica- – R, N – ParkAssist is activated for the front and tion to the driver of the distance between the vehicle and a large obstacle.
Page 263 Note on operation The rear ultrasound sensors may not function correctly if tires that have not been recommended by Porsche are fitted on the spare wheel bracket. If the spare wheel bracket is open, this may impair Front ultrasound sensors Rear ultrasound sensors the function of the rear ultrasound sensors.
Page 264 B - Front display – right monitoring area D - Rear display – left monitoring area justed to your own requirements at your author- ized Porsche dealer. Warning indicators, signal tones, distances If ParkAssist is activated, the green light seg-...
Page 265 All red light segments of the active warning indica- f Please have the fault remedied at an author- tors light up when there is a temporary fault in ized Porsche dealer. ParkAssist. Note Correct operation is no longer ensured if there is a temporary fault (e.g.
Page 266: Swivelling Down Mirror Glass As Parking Aid
Preconditions – Vehicle must be equipped with seat memory. – Control switch A must be turned to position C (passenger mirror’s setting). – Reverse gear must be engaged. Moving mirror to its initial position The mirror glass swivels to its initial position when: –...
Page 267: Garage Door Opener
The programable garage door opener in your gram further buttons rection of travel. Porsche replaces up to three original hand-held f Keep the two outer buttons of key pad A Otherwise, range restrictions cannot be ruled transmitters used to operate a variety of devices pressed for approx.
Page 268 Your authorized 3. Point the original transmitter at the marked Porsche dealer has a list of all garage door position. 1. Please follow the operating instructions for the opener signals that can be taught.
Page 269: Alarm System And Theft Protection
Alarm System and Theft Protection Alarm System, Passenger Compartment Monitoring, Inclination Sensor........270 Alarm System and Theft Protection...
Page 270: Passenger Compartment Monitoring, Inclination Sensor
Warning! The following alarm contacts are monitored Passenger Compartment Any changes or modifications not expressly ap- Monitoring, Inclination Sensor proved by Porsche could void the user’s authority – Doors to operate this equipment. – Engine compartment lid USA: KR55WK45032 – Rear lid Avoiding false alarms –...
Page 271 Switching on The rocker switch to switch off the inclination sen- sor and the passenger compartment monitoring f Lock the vehicle. system is located next to the driver's seat under The alarm system, passenger compartment the seat belt height adjustment. monitoring system and inclination sensor are Note on operation switched on.
Page 272 Unlock the vehicle and lock it again. 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Remove ignition key. Fault indication On vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive: If the monitoring system and the inclination sensor Switch off the ignition. could not be deactivated the symbol on the rocker 3.
Page 273 The passenger compartment monitoring and Immobilizer inclination sensor are switched on There is a transponder (an electronic component), – The light-emitting diodes flash for 2 seconds, containing a stored code, in each key. rapidly, then slowly. Before the ignition is switched on, the ignition lock checks the code.
Page 274: Maintenance And Car Care
Manual Transmission Oil ......286 Wiper Blades ..........287 Emission Control System......290 Fuel Economy..........292 Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ... 292 Fuel ............293 Portable Fuel Containers ......295 Fuel Recommendations ....... 296 Fuel Evaporation Control ......297 Car Care Instructions ........
Page 275: Exercise Extreme Caution When Working On Your Vehicle
If you are not thorized Porsche dealer. f Your Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig- fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do Improper maintenance during the warranty pe- not attempt the adjustments described on the nition system.
Page 276: Engine Oil
Radiator fans Engine Oil If the vehicle is driven at a high rate of speed, cli- matic conditions are warm, and the load is high, The radiator and radiator fans are in the front of the oil should be checked more frequently, as driv- Engine oil consumption the car.
Page 277: Engine Oil Level
Engine Oil Level Conditions for measuring the oil level Oil-level warning correctly f Check the oil level regularly. It is best to do this – Vehicle must be level. If the oil level is too low, this is indicated by the oil- when refueling and before extended journeys.
Page 278 4. Push oil dipstick in as far as the stop. 5. Carefully close cap of the oil filler opening. MAX - marking Topping off engine oil f Do not top up engine oil. Warning! MIN - marking Fire hazard if engine oil comes into contact f Top up engine oil immediately.
Page 279: Engine Oil Recommendation
Suitable oils are: f Use only engine oils tested and approved by Porsche (Porsche approval list). Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you. f You will find a sticker in the engine compartment which provides information (manufactrer) about the initial factory filling of your engine.
Page 280 “W“ (as in winter), for hot viscosity the SAE class We recommend that you have the engine oil is given only as a number. changed at your Porsche dealer, who has the re- Engine oil performance class The viscosity of an oil is, therefore, always the quired oils and the necessary filling equipment.
Page 281: Coolant Level
The coolant provides year-round protection from corrosion and freezing down to -31 °F (-35 °C) (Nordic countries -40 °F (-40 °C). f Use only anti-freeze authorized by Porsche. f Check the coolant level regularly. Further important information concerning “mainte- nance” can be found in a separate chapter.
Page 282 4. Screw the cap closed firmly and put on the cover. 5. Have the cooling system checked by an author- ized Porsche dealer. Maintenance Notes If in an emergency pure water has been added, the mixture ratio must be corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Page 283: Brake-Fluid Level
Brake-Fluid Level f Use only new (unused) Original Porsche brake fluid. Further important information concerning “mainte- nance” can be found in a separate chapter. f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE” on Page 275.
Page 284: Washer Fluid
Porsche. Your authorized the instrument panel indicate Washer Fluid Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you. – indicate the brake level fluid is too low or, The washer fluid reservoir for windshield, rear Warning message on the multi-purpose –...
Page 285: Power Steering
Exercise great care when on tow. f Have the fault remedied at your nearest author- ized Porsche dealer. The flow noise heard at full steering lock is design- related and does not indicate a defect in the steer- ing system.
Page 286: Changing Air Cleaner
We recommend that you have the transmission oil may be damaged by even a tiny speck of dirt, only changed at your Porsche dealer, who has the re- f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE a clean funnel or spout must be used when adding...
Page 287: Wiper Blades
Maintenance Notes We recommend the Porsche window cleaner. If they are very dirty (e.g. with insect remains), Wiper blades that are in perfect condition are vital they can be cleaned with a sponge or cloth.
Page 288 6. Unclip cap A. 7. Turn wiper blade at right angles (arrow 1). 8. Pull off wiper blade towards the windshield (arrow 2). 9. Push on new wiper blade. Note on operation f Make sure that the wiper blade is pushed onto the wiper arm up to the stop.
Page 289 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Switch ignition off. 3. Carefully fold the wiper arm away from the rear window until it reaches its locking position (approx. 60°). 4. Carefully unclip the wiper blade from the wiper arm (arrow). Hold the wiper arm with your other hand when doing this.
Page 290: Emission Control System
Do not alter or remove any device, such as by attempting to put out the fire. Your Porsche is equipped with such a system. heat shields, switches, ignition wires, valves, Porsche warrants the Emission Control System in etc., which are designed to protect your vehi-...
Page 291: How Emission Control Works
To reduce these pollutants, your Porsche is equipped with a precisely calibrated fuel injection Catalytic converters system to assure a finely balanced air/fuel mixture under all operating conditions.
Page 292: Fuel Economy
All electrical accessories contribute to in- If you plan to take your Porsche outside the conti- f Have your vehicle tuned to specifications. Air creased fuel consumption. nental limits of the United States or Canada, there...
Page 293: Fuel
Fuel The emission control system can be damaged in various ways (e.g. fueling incorrectly, shortage of fuel, tow-starting). Warning! f Please observe the chapter “HOW EMISSION Fuel is highly flammable and harmful to CONTROL WORKS” on Page 291. health. f Please observe the chapter “DISPLAYING STA- f Fire, open flame and smoking are prohibited TUS OF LEVEL CONTROL”...
Page 294 Locking the filler flap the arrow. (on vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive). The filler flap is locked by activating the remote The filler flap pops open. control or the button in the outer door handle (on Opening the filler flap vehicles with Porsche Entry &...
Page 295: Portable Fuel Containers
Refueling Maintenance Note If you lose the tank filler cap, you must replace it f Total capacity approx. 26.4 gallons only with an original part. (100 liters), including approx. 3 gallons Portable Fuel Containers (12 liters) reserve Danger! Danger! The RF energy from a cellphone can cause a Portable fuel containers, full or partially sparking on bare metal, much like aluminum empty, may leak causing an explosion, or re-...
Page 296: Fuel Recommendations
For example: 95 RON corresponds 90 CLC or converters and make it ineffective as an “AKI“ emission control device. f Do not use fuel additives without Porsche ap- Cars with catalytic converters have a smaller fuel proval. tank opening, and gas station pumps have smaller nozzles.
Page 297: Fuel Evaporation Control
Fuel Evaporation Control Fuel tank venting The evaporation chamber and the carbon canister prevent fuel from escaping to the atmosphere at extreme high outside temperatures, when driving abruptly around curves and when the car is parked at an incline or in any other nonlevel position. Vapor control system and storage When the fuel tank is filled, vapors are collected in the evaporation chamber by a vent line leading the...
Page 298: Car Care Instructions
Do not use fuel, kerosene, naphtha, nail polish A Porsche that is well-cared for can look like new remover or other volatile cleaning fluids. They for years. It all depends on the amount of care the may be toxic, flammable or hazardous in other owner is willing to give the car.
Page 299 Never point the cleaning f When washing by hand, use abundant water, a jet directly at the lid. soft sponge or wash brush and Porsche car f When cleaning with a flat-jet nozzle or the like, shampoo.
Page 300 Warning!! Automatic car washes Note f Please observe the chapter “WIPER BLADES” Moisture which gets on the brakes during a Automatic car washes spray water at odd angles on Page 287. and high pressures, which are not seen in normal car wash can reduce braking efficiency or driving.
Page 301 Paint Polishing Cleaning the engine compartment Do not resort to using Porsche polish until it be- f Never rub a dusty car with a dry cloth since Caution! comes evident that the normal preservatives no dust particles are abrasive and could dull and longer produce the desired finish.
Page 302 Page 287. with Porsche window cleaner. Your authorized Porsche dealer is familiar with the f Periodically clean the wiper blades with f Make sure not to damage the TV antenna in the bodyseal treatment procedures and has the nec- window cleaner, especially after the vehicle side window when cleaning.
Page 303 Paying attention to any road users behind you, tions on the container!). to soiling, strong heat, and combustion residues. We recommend the Porsche interior window dry the brake discs by applying the brakes. cleaner. The original polish can be achieved again using...
Page 304 All types of leather should be cleaned regularly loosely in the vehicle. to remove fine dust using a soft, damp, white Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you woollen cloth or a commercially available floor mats of correct size including a securing microfibre cloth.
Page 305 Cleaning when lightly soiled the roof pillars and the rooflinings. f Wet a soft cloth with water or a neutral soap f Let your authorized Porsche dealer clean solution and wipe off the dirt. these components. Cleaning when heavily soiled...
Page 306 Storing your Porsche Electrical system f Remove the battery from the vehicle and store If you intend to store your Porsche for a prolonged it in a cool dry place, not on a cement floor. period, please consult your authorized Porsche When the battery is disconnected, the alarm dealer.
Page 307: Minor Repairs
Minor Repairs Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your Vehicle......308 Tires/Wheels ..........309 Jack............321 Tool Kit ............. 321 Spacers ............ 322 Wheel Bolts ..........322 Changing Wheels........324 Flat Tire............. 325 Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage lift ..........
Page 308: Exercise Extreme Caution When Working On Your Vehicle
If in doubt following pages. about any servicing, have it done by your f Your Porsche is equipped with an electronic This caution applies to the entire vehicle. authorized Porsche dealer. ignition system. When the ignition is on, high...
Page 309: Tires/Wheels
(e.g. “N0“, “N1“...) can be est Porsche or tire dealer to have your vehicle mounted. or tire(s) inspected. – The use of wheel rims and wheel bolts that do...
Page 310 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating Quality grades can be found where applicable on based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un- the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and max- der controlled conditions on a specific govern- imum section width.
Page 311 Traction AA, A, B, C Temperature A, B, C Tire pressures The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and Danger! AA, A, B, and C and they represent the tire's ability C, representing the tire's resistance to the gener- to stop on wet pavement as measured under con- ation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when...
Page 312 f Please observe the chapter “TIRE PRESSU- Overloading For further information on the tire pressure moni- RES, COLD” on Page 391. toring: f Please observe the chapter “SETTING TIRE Danger! Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked every 2 weeks when cold (68°F/20°C) PRESSURE MONITORING”...
Page 313 Tire life B Vehicle load limit Is the maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the vehi- Tire life depends on various factors, i.e., road sur- faces, traffic and weather conditions, driving hab- cle. This is the maximum weight of passengers its, type of tires and tire care.
Page 314 Driving on worn tires can result in loss of con- f Avoid damaging tires and wheel rims. The original equipment tires on your Porsche have trol of the vehicle and could cause serious built-in tire wear indicators. They are molded into f If you must drive over a curb or other obstacle, personal injuries or death.
Page 315 Please adjust your driving style accordingly. If you do not use a Porsche recommended eign objects stuck in the tread. Replace a dam- replacement tire, make sure that you pur- Installation of new tires should only be done by a aged tire if necessary.
Page 316 Stop the vehicle and check the tires. Example f If no cause for the fault can be found, drive FR (front right), FL, RR and RL. f Wheels must always be fitted in accordance carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer. with their marking. Minor Repairs...
Page 317 Danger! Danger! Risk of serious personal injury or death. Risk of accident and serious personal injury The installation of Porsche approved winter tires is Driving the vehicle with low tire pressure or death due to excessive speed. recommended. increases increases risk of a tire failure and...
Page 318 Use only the fine-link snow chains recom- the rear axle when snow chains are to be fitted. mended and authorized by Porsche so that f For information on the spacers: sufficient clearance between the wheel well Please observe the chapter “SPACERS” on and the chain is assured.
Page 319 – first two-digit code means manufacture’s iden- tification mark. – second two-digit code means tire size. – third four-digit code means tire type code. – fourth four-digit code means date of manufac- ture. If, for example, the last four numbers read 1204, the tire was produced in the 12th week of 2004.
Page 320 Speed code letter The speed code letter indicates the maximum per- missible speed for the tire. This code letter is shown on the tire sidewall. T = up to 118 mph (190 km/h) H = up to 131 mph (210 km/h) V = up to 150 mph (240 km/h) W = up to 167 mph (270 km/h) Y = up to 186 mph (300 km/h)
Page 321: Jack
Warning! The jack must be used only to raise the car for wheel changing. The jack must never be used as a support to work underneath the vehicle. If the jack is accidentally dislodged, you or bystanders could suffer severe personal injury. f Never jack up other vehicle or other loads with the jack.
Page 322: Spacers
Replace damaged wheel bolts. f 17 mm spacers must always be removed from Only use the original Porsche wheel bolts spe- the rear axle when snow chains are to be fitted. cially designed for this vehicle type.
Page 323 Tightening torque Tightening torque of the wheel bolts and wheel nuts 118 ftlb. (160 Nm). Security wheel bolts The adapter (wrench socket) for the security wheel bolts is located in the tool box. To loosen or tighten the wheel bolt with anti-theft protection, the adapter must be used between the wheel bolt and the wheel bolt wrench.
Page 324: Changing Wheels
Changing Wheels While operating the jack Sequence of operation f The jack is only to be used for changing a Warning! Warning! wheel. Do not use it as a support to work under the car. The jack must be used only to raise the car Failure to follow these instructions may result f The car must be jacked up only at the illus- for wheel changing.The jack must never be...
Page 325: Flat Tire
Flat Tire 1. Stop the vehicle as far away from the driving lane as possible. The car must be parked on a firm and flat surface offering adequate grip. 2. Switch on the emergency flashers. 3. Fully apply the parking brake. 4.
Page 326 Tire sealant The tire sealant can be used to seal small cuts, especially in the tire tread. Sealing the tire with the tire sealant is only an emergency repair, so you can drive to the next workshop. Even with the tire air-tight, it may be used only for short trips in an emergency.
Page 327 Danger! In case of contact with the sealant: f If sealant gets on the skin or in the eyes, Risk of accident, resulting in serious per- thoroughly rinse the affected part of the body sonal injury or death. off immediately. f Use the tire sealant only in the case of cuts or f Change soiled clothing immediately.
Page 328 4.Screw filler hose B onto the filler bottle. 15.Please consult your authorized Porsche The filler bottle is now open. dealer. 5.Unscrew valve cap from tire valve F. The settings for Tire Pressure Monitoring must be update on the multi-purpose display after filling the 6.Remove valve insert E from the tire valve with...
Page 329: Lifting The Vehicle With A Lifting Platform Or Garage Lift
Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage lift f The car must be raised only at the illustrated jacking points. Please observe the chapter “LIFTING THE VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM OR GARAGE LIFT” on Page 329. Please observe the chapter “RAISING VEHICLE WITH THE JACK”...
Page 330 Lifting the vehicle with a jack Maintenance Note The jacking point on the vehicle must be free of Danger! dirt. Danger of serious personal injury or death. 1. Slightly loosen the wheel bolts of the wheel to The car may slip off the jack. be changed.
Page 331 Rear jacking point Vehicles with running board Vehicles with running board Front jacking point Rear jacking point The rear jacking point is accessible after removing Jacking points for vehicles with a running the covering cap B from the sill cover. board Removing covering cap: f Set up jack only at the points provided D or E.
Page 332 Vehicles with side member panels Vehicles with side member panels Front jacking point Rear jacking point Jacking points for vehicles with side member 2. Attach jack only at the points provided G or I . panels Fitting covering cap: The jacking points are accessible after removing f Insert the covering cap F or H completely in the plastic covering caps F or H from the side the slots of the side member panel with both...
Page 333 5. Insert wheel bolts and tighten by hand. Remove assembly aid and screw in remaining wheel bolt. Initially tighten bolts in diagonally opposite sequence so that the wheel is centered. 6. Inflate the tire if necessary. Please observe the chapter “TIRE PRESSU- RES, COLD”...
Page 334 Changing a wheel with removal of 17 mm spacer Danger! Risk of accident if the spacers are not re- moved before mounting 18 inch tires or col- lapsible spare wheel. f 17 mm spacers are always to be removed be- fore mounting 18 inch tires or a collapsible spare wheel, because the wheel cannot be fit- ted correctly.
Page 335 Fitting the 17 mm spacer 8.Inflate the tire if necessary. Please observe the chapter “TIRE PRESSU- RES, COLD” on Page 391. 1. Remove wheel. On vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring: 2. Fit the spacer with the wheel bolts A used to Please observe the chapter “SETTING THE fasten the wheel.
Page 336 (webs in the tire rear axle always remove the corresponding grooves, 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) high). spacer. f Never deactivate the Porsche Stability Man- For information on the spacers: agement (PSM) system. Please observe the chapter “SPACERS” on f Avoid hard acceleration and high cornering Page 322.
Page 337 This information can be found on the tire pres- f Please consult your authorized Porsche dealer sure plate in the left door aperture. if the collapsible spare wheel is defective.
Page 338 Warning! Danger of injury and risk of damage if the operating unit is used improperly. f Use this operating unit only to inflate or to bleed air from the tires of this vehicle. 5.Switch ignition on. 6.Press hand valve D until the correct tire pres- sure is achieved.
Page 339 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) high). 2. Remove the top wheel bolt. Remove assembly aid from the tool kit and f Never deactivate the Porsche Stability screw in instead of the wheel bolt. Management (PSM) system. Remove the remaining wheel bolts.
Page 340 Precondition The central locking system must be unlocked. f Press button B and swing the spare wheel bracket open. Notes on operation – If the opening angle exceeds 30°, the spare wheel bracket automatically moves to final position. The rear lid may be opened only when the spare wheel bracket is in final position.
Page 341 Closing spare wheel bracket 1. Remove cover of left towing lug D. 2. Pull emergency release cable E in the direction Warning! of the arrow. The spare wheel bracket is now unlocked and Danger of injury and risk of accident if the can be operated.
Page 342 Minor Repairs...
Page 343: Electrical System
Electrical System In order to avoid damage and faults in electrical or electronic systems, electrical accessories should be installed at your authorized Porsche dealer. f Use only accessories authorized by Porsche. Warning! Risk of short circuit and fire, resulting in se- rious personal injury or death.
Page 344 If a fuse blows repeatedly, please consult an au- thorized Porsche dealer immediately, so that the short circuit can be located and corrected. f Never try to “repair“ fuses: you may cause se- rious damage to other parts of the electrical system.
Page 345 Opening fuse-box lid in the dashboard A - Fuse puller 1. Carefully pry off the plastic cover with a screw- 2. Remove the fuses carefully with the fuse driver (arrow) and remove. puller A. The fuse plan is located on the inside of the cover.
Page 346 Fuse assignment – fuse box in left side of dashboard Designation Rating in A Center console socket, cigarette lighter Parking heater radio receiver Socket in passenger footwell Parking heater Sockets in luggage compartment not used Diagnostic socket, rain sensor, light sensor Wiper motor for windshield Vehicle electrical system control unit, pump for washer fluid Power window, rear left...
Page 347 Electrical seat adjustment, left not used not used Heated rear window Instrument panel, diagnosis Steering column lock, ignition lock, central locking system, Porsche Entry & Drive Sliding/lifting roof or Panorama roof system Subwoofer Electrical seat adjustment, left; electrical steering column adjustment Minor Repairs...
Page 348 Designation Rating in A Seat heating, rear not used Rear differential lock not used Servotronic not used Air conditioner, diagnosis, moving-off assistant Rear wiper Vehicle electrical system control unit, automatic low beam, steering column module Headlight beam adjustment not used Fan, front air-conditioning system Fan, rear air-conditioning system RES 1...
Page 349 Transfer box (center-differential lock), telephone preparation Vehicle electrical system control unit, left side marker light, right turn signal, right low beam CD changer, DVD navigation TV tuner, satellite receiver Radio or Porsche Communication System (PCM) Amplifier for sound package not used Tail light, left...
Page 350 Central locking system, right doors not used Power window, front right Electrical seat adjustment, right Roof console, telephone, compass Xenon headlight, left Porsche Stability Management Diagnosis Transfer box (center-differential lock) Trailer coupling Roof module Reversing light Heatable washer nozzles, air suspension, seat heating...
Page 351 Designation Rating in A not used not used Telephone preparation Level control Telephone, anti-dazzle interior mirror not used Tiptronic transmission Tiptronic selector lever switch not used not used Reversing camera Porsche Stability Management (PSM) Transfer box (center-differential lock) Minor Repairs...
Page 352 Fuse assignment – fuse box in engine compartment Designation Rating in A not used not used not used not used Ignition coils Tank vent, air-conditioning compressor, intake pipe switchover, crankcase vent Quantity control valve, camshaft adjuster, valve lift adjuster Engine components: Cooling air output stages, carbon canister shut-off valve, pressure sensor for air conditioner, tank leakage detection, exhaust flap control valve, Hall sensor, oil-level sensor Engine control unit, high-pressure fuel injectors, throttle adjusting unit not used...
Page 353: Battery
Spilled electrolyte must be rinsed off at once switch ignition off in vehicles with Porsche En- across the battery terminal. try & Drive. with a solution of baking soda and water to...
Page 354 (distances, loads). was disconnected, the alarm will be triggered With the car on a level surface, the fluid level f Only use an original Porsche battery, with the when the battery is reconnected. should meet the indicator mark in each cell.
Page 355 To do this, turn the ignition key or the control f Have the battery removed and installed only by unit (on vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive) to ignition lock position 2 twice. a qualified professional.
Page 356 4. Fold sections of floor carpet forward. 5. Tilt the seat all the way back. Removing battery Unscrew both screws B of the seat mounting. With the seat tilted back, use the fore-and-aft 1. Switch off all electrical loads and withdraw the adjustment to move the seat forward again.
Page 357 12.Unscrew screw F of the bracket. 6. Open the 4 clamps C of the battery-box lid with 10.Pull off vent hose D on the battery Remove bracket. a screwdriver. 11.Unscrew screw E of the battery fastening 7. Remove the battery-box cover with ventilation plate.
Page 358 f Always tighten all screws to the Installing the battery Danger! prescribed torque. 1.Danger of caustic burns! Risk of short circuit and explosion, resulting Place battery in the battery box without tipping 3.Fasten the battery fastening plate with screw in serious personal injury and death. it if possible.
Page 359 9.Engage the 4 clamps C on the battery-box lid and close them with a screwdriver. 10.With the seat tilted back, use the fore-and-aft adjustment to move the seat back. Tilt the seat forward. 11.Clean threaded holes on the seat mounting. 12.Use only new bolts B (the bolts are micro-en- capsulated).
Page 360: Replacing The Remote Control Battery
2. Replace battery (observe polarity). A replacement battery is available from your authorized Porsche dealer. 3. Replace cover and press together firmly. Replacing the remote control battery Note f Please dispose of batteries in compliance with any and all government regulations.
Page 361: Emergency Starting With Jumper Cables
Emergency Starting with Jumper Danger! Danger of gas explosion. f Improper use of booster battery to start a ve- Cables Risk of short circuit, damage and explosion, resulting in serious personal injury or death. hicle may cause an explosion, resulting in seri- If the battery is discharged, e.g.
Page 362 8. Disconnect the positive jumper cable from the positive terminal of the donor battery first, then from the positive terminal for jump start- ing (+). 9. Close the cap of the positive terminal for jump starting (+). Connecting jumper cables + = Positive terminal for jump starting –...
Page 363 INSTALLING BATTERY” on Page 355. cold water for several minutes and call a doc- tor. Note Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you about a suitable charger. Minor Repairs...
Page 364 4. After the warnings disappear: Stop the vehicle in a suitable place. After the battery is connected or the completely Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to 5. Perform adaptation of the power windows: advise you about a suitable charger.
Page 365: Replacing Bulbs
Replacing Bulbs Caution! Risk of damage to headlights due to exces- Warning! sive temperatures and abrasion. f Attach no coverings (e.g. films, “stone Danger of short circuit. f Always switch off the relevant consumer when guards”) in the area of the headlights. f Use soapy water only to clean light lenses and changing bulbs.
Page 366: Headlights
Headlights Note The headlights can mist up depending on the temperature and humidity. f To ensure optimum ventilation, do not cover the gap between headlight and body. Removing headlights B - Headlight release C - Socket wrench 1. Switch off ignition and withdraw the ignition 4.
Page 367 4. Remove socket wrench C and replace in tool kit. 5. Fit cover A and fold it down. 6. Close lid. 6. Pull the headlight forward out of the fender by A - Cover C - Socket wrench approx. 4 inch (10 cm). D - Plug 7.
Page 368 Bi-xenon headlights with cornering light 2. Turn gas discharge lamp counter-clockwise 3. Press the release tab on the plug and pull plug and remove. off. Changing gas discharge lamp for low beam/ 4. Connect plug to new gas discharge lamp. high beam/dynamic cornering light 5.
Page 369 2. Turn bulb socket B counter-clockwise and 3. Remove defective bulb and replace. Changing bulb for additional high beam remove. 1. Press down both release tabs A and remove 4. Insert bulb socket and turn in clockwise direc- cover. tion. Make sure that the bulb is installed in the correct position.
Page 370 2. Turn bulb socket B counter-clockwise and 3. Pull both release tabs on the plug apart, and Changing lamp for static cornering light remove. pull plug out of lamp socket. 1. Press down both release tabs A and remove cover. 4.
Page 371 Changing bulb for turn signal 1. Open lid. 2. Remove headlight. Please observe the chapter “REMOVING HEADLIGHTS” on Page 366. Changing bulb of turn signal 3. Turn socket counter-clockwise and remove. 4. Replace the defective bulb (bayonet fitting). 5. Insert socket and turn in clockwise direction. Make sure that the bulb is installed in the correct position.
Page 372: Tail Light
Tail light Removing tail light As a result of the design, a relatively large amount of effort is required to remove the tail light. In case of doubt, please consult a qualified specialist workshop. 1. Switch ignition off. 4. Unscrew the two fastening screws B with the socket wrench from the tool kit.
Page 373 Installing tail light 5. Pull out the light unit to the side in the direc- 3. Screw in the fastening screws B. tion of the arrow and additionally pull it out in When screwing in the fastening screws, make 1. Push on plug D until the plug is felt to click into the area of the ball head C.
Page 374 Replacing bulbs at rear E - Rear fog light F - Turn signal light G - Tail light 1. Unscrew fastening screws D with the cross- head screwdriver from the tool kit. 3. Replace the defective bulb (bayonet fitting). 2. Remove lamp bracket C. Insert lamp bracket and screw in fastening screws.
Page 375: License Plate Lights
License Plate Lights Changing bulb for license plate light 1. Unscrew both screws A and remove the light. 2. Push the bulb holder apart and pull the bulb out. 3. Replace defective bulb. 4. Insert light, initially tighten both screws A and then screw in uniformly.
Page 376: Headlight Adjustment
Headlight Adjustment Adjustment Lateral adjustment of the headlights should be carried out at a specialist workshop with an optical The adjustment is made with the vehicle ready to f Check tire pressure and adjust if necessary. adjustment unit. drive and the fuel tank completely filled. f Please observe the chapter “TIRE PRESSU- Distance The driver's seat must be loaded by a person or a...
Page 377 Screen The screen upon which headlamp beams are pro- jected is perpendicular to the floor and the vehi- cle's longitudinal axis, flat, uniformly light in color, unobstructed, and wide and high enough to ac- commodate the vehicle beam patterns to be aimed.
Page 378: Changing Headlights From Left To Right-Hand Traffic
Changing headlights from left to right-hand traffic If you travel to a country where traffic uses the other side of the road, the headlights must be repositioned when you cross the border. The low beam then lights symmetrically and drivers of oncoming vehicles are not dazzled.
Page 379: Bulb Chart
Bulb Chart Exterior lights Type, rating Interior lights Type, rating Xenon low beam and high beam Interior light, front Side marker lights, front Reading light Turn signal light, rear P21W Footwell light Turn signal light, front PY21W Glove compartment light License plate light Center console Fog light...
Page 380: Towing
Never use the towing hook to tow this or any other vehicle. Flat bed towing is the preferred type of towing to be used on Porsche vehicles. Under certain cir- Screwing in rear towing hook cumstances, wheel lifts may be used when the ve- 1.
Page 381 Screwing in front towing hook 2.Screw in towing hook B as far as the stop (left- 2.Screw in towing hook B as far as the stop (left- hand thread) and tighten hand-tight. hand thread) and tighten hand-tight. 1. Carefully lever out the appropriate plastic cover A in the bumper with the screwdriver.
Page 382 Fitting plastic cover at front Pulling vehicle onto flat bed Tying down vehicle on flat bed First engage the upper locking tabs of the plastic 1. Position wooden ramps at the base of the flat 1. Carefully feed towing straps through the open- cover, and then press in the bottom tabs and side bed to reduce the angle of the pull.
Page 383 Recovering the vehicle 4. Carefully feed towing straps through the open- ing in the front wheels. Make sure metal parts of straps do not dam- Depending on the vehicle equipment, the spare- wheel well contains one or two towing lugs. age rim.
Page 384: Tire Pressure And Technical Data
Tire Pressure and Technical Data Vehicle Identification........385 Engine Data..........387 Transmission..........388 Tires, Rims, Tracks ..............389 Tire Pressures, Cold ........391 Weights............392 Ground Clearance ........393 Capacities ..........394 Dimensions ..........395 Driving Performance ........396 Tire Pressure and Technical Data...
Page 385: Vehicle Identification
This label contains the following information: 1. Vehicle Identification No. 2. Type/Type description 3. Engine code/Transmission code 4. Paint No./Interior 5. Optional equipment A duplicate of this label is in your Maintenance Booklet. Note The data bank cannot be reordered when lost or damaged.
Page 386 Tire pressure plate The safety compliance sticker is your assurance The tire pressure plate is attached to the left-hand- that your new Porsche complies with all applicable door aperture. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards which The pressures shown on the tire pressure plate re- were in effect at the time the vehicle was manufac- fer to a fully loaded vehicle.
Page 387: Engine Data
Engine Data Type 8-cylinder V-engine Number of cylinders Bore 3.78 in. (96 mm) Stroke 3.27 in. (83 mm) Displacement 293.3 cu. in. (4806 cm Net-horsepower, SAE J 1349 368 kW (500 HP) at engine speed 6000 rpm Net. torque, SAE J 1349 516 ftlb.
Page 388: Transmission
Transmission Transmission ratio Tiptronic S 1st gear 4.15 : 1 2nd gear 2.37 : 1 3rd gear 1.56 : 1 4th gear 1.16 : 1 5th gear 0.86 : 1 6th gear 0.69 : 1 Reduction gear 2.70 : 1 Reverse gear 3.39 : 1 Final drive ratio...
Page 389: Tires, Rims, Tracks
When fitting new tires or changing tires: Please observe the chapter “TIRES/WHEELS” on Page 309. Extensive tests are performed before specific tires and wheels are approved by Porsche. Your Porsche dealer has infor- mation about approved tires and wheels and is happy to assist you.
Page 390 It is also possible to fit snow chains on only one axle (preferably the rear axle). Maximum speed 30 mph (50 km/h). f Observe the respective road traffic regulations. f Use only Porsche-authorized fine-link cross-type or edge chains. Tire Pressure and Technical Data...
Page 391: Tire Pressures, Cold
Tire Pressures, Cold These tire filling pressures apply only to the tire makes and types approved by Porsche. Please observe the chapter “TIRES/WHEELS” on Page 309. Partially loaded (up to 3 people and 46 lbs./21 kg of luggage) Summer tires...
Page 392: Weights
Empty weight includes 165 lbs. (75 kg) driver and baggage share. The maximum gross weight must not be exceeded. Note: If additional equipment is installed, the useful load will be correspondingly less. Use only Original Porsche Roof Transport System. Tire Pressure and Technical Data...
Page 393: Ground Clearance
Ground Clearance Air suspension – normal level Ramp angle 20.0° Overhang angle, front 28.5° Overhang angle, rear 22.3° Ground clearance (center of axles) 8.46 in. (215 mm) Air suspension – low level Ramp angle 17.6° Overhang angle, front 27.3° Overhang angle, rear 20.6°...
Page 394: Capacities
Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you. Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels. Engine oil change quantity without oil filter approx.
Page 395: Dimensions
Dimensions Length 188.8 in. (4795 mm) Length with external spare wheel 197.9 in. (5026 mm) Width 75.9 in. (1928 mm) Height at DIN empty weight 66.7 in. (1694 mm) Height at DIN empty weight (rail) 68.3 in. (1735 mm) Height at DIN empty weight (basic carrier of Roof Transport System) 70.2 in.
Page 396: Driving Performance
Driving Performance The specifications refer to a vehicle with DIN kerb weight and max. 441 lbs. (200 kg) load without performance-reducing additional equipment (e.g. special tires) Top track speed 171 mph (275 km/h) Acceleration 0 - 60 mph (96 km/h) 4.9 seconds Acceleration 0 - 62 mph (100 km/h) 5.1 seconds...
Page 397 Index 2-zone air conditioning ABS (anti-lock brake system) Disposal .............54 Air-conditioning sensors ........84 Functional description ........210 Function .............54 Defrosting windshield .......... 83 Off-road ABS functional description .....211 Functional description ..........53 Operating overview ..........80 Warning light on the tachometer ......210 Installation location ..........53 REST mode ............
Page 398 Pads ............184, 185 General information ........... 353 Seat belts ............305 Parking brake test ..........212 Procedure after battery connection ....355 Storing your Porsche ........305 Test stand ............212 Putting vehicle into operation ......355 Undercoating ........... 302 Warning light ..........182, 183 Removing and installing ........
Page 399 Child restraint anchorages ..........63 Checking level ..........281 Opening/closing windows Child seat Cooling system (without Porsche Entry & Drive) ......103 Installing with LATCH system ........62 Engine coolant level warning ......137 Unlocking the vehicle door ........27 LATCH restraint system ........62 Engine coolant temperature warning ....
Page 400 De-icing ............299 Checking ............277 Door locking, automatic ..........28 Entry & Drive Door mirrors Locking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive ... 28 Easy Entry function Activating synchronous adjustment ....65, 162 Opening/closing Panorama roof system Functional description ..........45 Activating synchronous mirror adjustment ..
Page 401 Washer fluid ............. 394 Fuel Headlights ............366, 368 Folding wedges ............325 Economy ............292 Adjusting ............376 Footbrake ..............182 Evaporation control ...........297 Before driving with a trailer ....... 259 Warning light ............ 183 Fuel level gage ..........138 Care instructions ..........303 Footwell lightning Fuel reserve warning .........138 Changing bulb for high beam ......
Page 402 Immobilizer ..............273 Headlight flasher ..........121 Inclination sensor Switching on Coming Home function ....125 Deactivating/Activating ........272 Switching on when leaving the vehicle ....125 Changing battery ..........360 Function ............270 Light alloy wheels Locking the vehicle door ........28 Function indication ..........
Page 403 Opening floor ............ 232 Setting compass ..........166 Overview ............232 Setting language for displays ......167 Make-up mirror .............74 Locking Setting lighting off delay ........165 Manual transmission Locking vehicle door from inside ......35 Setting the clock ..........165 Transmission ratios ...........388 Vehicle door with car key (remote control) ....
Page 404 Uphill driving ............. 222 Engine compartment lid ........37 Activating the memory ........98 Water crossing ..........224 Locking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive ...28 Faults ..............99 Off-road PSM functional description ......208 Opening and locking vehicle door from inside ..35 Programming .............
Page 405 Switching on/off automatically ......123 Opening/closing windows with car key Swivelling down mirror glass ......266 Rear differential lock ...........201 (without Porsche Entry & Drive) ......103 Swivelling down the mirror glass ......66 Rear fog light Opening/closing windows with vehicle key Reversing light Changing bulb ...........374...
Page 406 Roof Transport System ..........241 Seat with memory ............66 Shock absorber adjustment ........204 Height .............. 395 Swivelling down mirror glass ......266 Shock absorbers ............204 Load ..............392 Seats Short trip counter Running in Adjusting rear seats to vertical position ....231 Display ............
Page 407 Brake test ............212 Steering column Sunblind ...............75 Performance test ..........212 Locking with Porsche Entry & Drive ....178 Cleaning position ..........114 Theft protection ............22 Locking without Porsche Entry & Drive ....178 Opening/closing for Panorama roof system ..114...
Page 408 Operating overview ..........80 Vehicle door Towing ..............197 REST mode ............84 Locking with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless) ..28 Capacity ............256 Setting air distribution .........82 Locking with the car key (remote control) ..... 28 General information ........... 380 Setting air quantity ..........81...
Page 409 Care instructions ..........302 Changing bulb ..........368 Voltmeter Opening/closing with car key Installing headlights .......... 367 Battery/alternator warning ......... 140 (without Porsche Entry & Drive) ......103 Removing headlights ......... 366 Opening/closing with rocker switch ....101 Windshield Washer fluid ............284 Windshield washer system Warning - brake proportioning ........

Porsche Cayenne Owner's Manual

Overview Illustrations

Table of Contents

Seats, Mirrors and Steering Wheel

Air Conditioning, Parking Heater and Heated Rear Window

Windows and Sliding Roofs

Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers

Multi-Purpose Display and Instruments

Driving and Driving Safety

Luggage Compartment, Loadspace and Storage

Trailer Hitch

Parking

Alarm System and Theft Protection

Maintenance and Car Care

Minor Repairs

Quick Links

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