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  • Page 1 ® 911 Turbo Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 The orientation guides in the Owner’s Manual are Porsche, the Porsche crest, 911, PCCB, PCM, highlighted in yellow. PDK, PSM and Tequipment are registered trade- marks and the distinctive shapes of Porsche auto- Overall Table of Contents mobiles are trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG.
  • Page 3 Remember however, as with any vehicle, you If you believe that your vehicle has a fault which Your Porsche is intended to be used in a safe should take time to familiarize yourself with your could cause a crash, injury or death, you should manner obeying the local laws and in the Porsche and its performance characteristics.
  • Page 4 Suite 420 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 L4V 1W1 senger’s side of the vehicle.
  • Page 5: Sport Tires

    Sport Tires Driving on Race Circuit (e.g. – The driver’s skill level must be commensurate with the vehicle performance levels in the up- Sports Driving Schools, Club Sport Sport tires (ultra high performance tires) are ap- per range limits, due to increased safety risks Events) proved for use on public highways and comply in the upper range limits.
  • Page 6: Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (Pccb)

    Carry out any complicated operating or setting cannot be expressed in actual miles on the road. procedures only with the vehicle stationary. The values communicated by Porsche are based on normal operation adapted to traffic. Wear Portable Fuel Containers...
  • Page 7: Engine Exhaust

    Engine Exhaust Hot exhaust pipes Warning! Danger! Risk of burn injury when standing near or Engine exhaust is dangerous if inhaled. coming into contact with the exhaust pipe. Engine exhaust fumes have many compo- nents which you can smell. They also contain The exhaust pipe is hot when the vehicle is running carbon monoxide (CO), which is a colorless and remains hot for some time after the vehicle is...
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Cupholder........... 90 Schools, Club Sport Events) ......3 LATCH System Ashtray............91 Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)..4 Child seat bracket on the passenger’s seat ..54 Cigarette Lighter ......... 92 Setting and Operating Vehicle Components Child Restraint Anchorages ......55 Storage in the Passenger Compartment ..
  • Page 9 High Beam Indicator Light......121 Headlights ..........272 Fuel Economy ..........212 Cooling System ......... 121 Number Plate Light........280 Operating your Porsche in other Countries ... 212 Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ....123 Changing Light-Emitting Diodes and Fuel Recommendations ......214 Fuel ............124 Long-Life Bulbs .........
  • Page 10: Before Driving Off

    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 Do not install a child restraint system in quality control and demanding inspections. f Turn the engine off before you attempt any the Sports bucket seat.
  • Page 11: On The Road

    f When parked, always set the parking brake. In the driver’s seat... On the road... Move the PDK selector lever to ”P“ or the gear- f Check operation of the horn. f Never drive after you have consumed alcohol shift lever to reverse or first gear. or drugs.
  • Page 12: Break In Hints For The First

    The following tips will be helpful in obtaining opti- There may be a slight stiffness in the steering, mum performance from your new Porsche. gear-shifting or other controls during the break-in As always, the rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which period which will gradually disappear.
  • Page 13 1 Inner door handle, Page 18 2 Power windows, Page 25 3 Door mirror control, Page 27 4 Hands-free microphone 5 Seat memory, Page 33 6 Diagnostic socket (OBD) 7 Front and rear lid release, Page 95 8 Steering-wheel adjustment, Page 37 9 Seat height adjustment, Page 30 10 Backrest angle adjustment, Page 30 11 Lumbar support adjustment, Page 30...
  • Page 14 13 Seat heating/Seat ventilation left/right, Page 35 14 Operating panel for air conditioning, Page 108 15 Sport/Sport Plus program, Page 65 Rear spoiler, Page 71 Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), Page 70 Porsche Stability Management (PSM), Page 67 Before driving off...
  • Page 15: Operation, Safety

    Trunk Entrapment ........98 (Antilock Brake System)........ 61 Porsche Communication Management Clutch Pedal ..........62 (PCM)............99 Porsche Traction Management (PTM)..... 63 Car Telephone and Aftermarket Alarms ..101 Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) ....64 iPod, USB and AUX ........102 Operation, Safety...
  • Page 16 A steering wheel lock and a gong alarm are car is rolling to a stop. You will not be able to f Close lifting/sliding roof standard equipment in your Porsche. steer the car. f Close convertible top (with the convertible top The gong alarm will sound if you open the driver’s...
  • Page 17: Keys

    The key codes of new keys have to be “reported” f Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock. f Be careful with your car keys: do not part with to the car control unit by your authorized Porsche them except under exceptional circumstances. dealer.
  • Page 18: Key With Radio Remote Control

    Switching off the alarm system if it is Note triggered accidentally f Press button 1. Your authorized Porsche dealer can program fur- ther types of unlocking. Type 1 The relocking time of the doors can be adjusted to suit your individual requirements:...
  • Page 19 The remote-control standby function Operational readiness of the remote switches off after 7 days control interrupted If the vehicle is not started or unlocked with the re- Encoded data is transmitted to the vehicle each mote control within 7 days, the remote control time the wireless remote control is operated.
  • Page 20: Doors

    Door storage tray Opening storage tray f Open the cover C. Keep the door storage tray C closed while driving for safety reasons. Doors Opening unlocked doors from inside f Slowly pull door handle B. If the door windows are closed, they will be auto- matically opened by a few millimeters when the doors are opened and, when the doors are closed, Opening locked doors from inside...
  • Page 21: Central Locking

    On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Any changes or modifications not expressly ap- Turbo, the PCM can be used to activate auto- proved by Porsche could void the user’s authority matic door locking. to operate this equipment. Please observe the chapter “Individual Memo- f Please see the chapter “LOAD SWITCH-OFF AF-...
  • Page 22 Lock the vehicle with the key in the door. The passenger compartment monitoring is The fault should be remedied immediately at an switched off. authorized Porsche dealer. Emergency operation – opening Unlocking the door with the inner door f Unlock the driver’s door with the key at the handle door lock.
  • Page 23 A double horn signal during locking indicates a defect in the central locking or alarm system. Central locking button Have the defect remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. The central locking button on the dashboard lets you lock and unlock both doors electrically. Overload protection...
  • Page 24 Warning! Doors lock automatically when the ignition is In an emergency situation where you need to Your authorized Porsche dealer can program di- switched on. If doors are opened with the engine exit the car through an automatically locked verse types of automatic door locking in the con-...
  • Page 25: Alarm System

    Any changes or modifications not expressly ap- Additionally, a brief horn signal sounds. proved by Porsche could void the user’s authority When the doors are unlocked, the alarm system to operate this equipment.
  • Page 26 If a person or animal remains in the car while it is f Have the defect remedied at an authorized – Luggage compartment lid locked, the passenger compartment monitoring Porsche dealer. – Engine compartment lid system must be switched off. f Quickly lock car twice.
  • Page 27: Power Windows

    Power Windows Readiness for operation of power windows – When the ignition is switched on Warning! (engine switched on or off) or Risk of injury when the door windows close. – with doors closed and ignition key withdrawn, This applies especially if the windows are but only until door is first opened.
  • Page 28 Opening/closing windows Anti-crushing protection Automatic window lowering f For the Cabriolet, select front or rear power f Please see the chapter “DOORS” on Page 18. If a side window is blocked during closing, it will windows with rocker switch C. stop and open again by about an inch.
  • Page 29: Door Mirrors

    Warning! Risk of an accident, resulting in serious per- sonal injury or death. f Do not put anything on or near the windows or the mirrors that may interfere with the driver’s vision. Risk of damage to the door mirrors when washing the vehicle in a car wash.
  • Page 30 Note The incident light in the area of the sensors must not be restricted, e.g. by stickers on the wind- shield. Switching off the automatic anti-glare operation f Press switch B. Light-emitting diode C goes out. Switching on the automatic anti-glare operation f Press switch B.
  • Page 31: Rear Window Defogger, Door Mirror Heating

    Switching on f Press button. The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. After approx. 15 minutes, the heater switches off automatically. The heater can be switched back on by pressing the button again. Switching off f Press button. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out. Rear Window Defogger, Door Mirror Heating The mirror heater is ready for operation when the...
  • Page 32: Seat Adjustment And Head Restraints

    The rear seats tion. do not provide head restraints. Vehicles with Porsche Doppelkupplung The backrest locks must be engaged at all (PDK): times while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 33 C Backrest angle f Operate switch C until the desired backrest angle is reached. Seat backrest Folding forward f Pull up lever H in the side part of the backrest and fold the backrest forward. Folding back f Tilt back and engage the backrest so that it cannot tip forward when the car is braked.
  • Page 34 E Lumbar support B Backrest (pelvis and spinal column support) Folding forward To permit a relaxed sitting posture, the backrest f Pull loop B in the side part of the backrest and curvature is continuously adjustable in vertical and fold the backrest forward. horizontal directions for individual pelvis and spinal column support.
  • Page 35: Seat Memory

    Warning! Recalling seat position Risk of crushing due to uncontrolled recall of The seat position can only be called up when the vehicle is stationary. a seat setting. f Cancel automatic adjustment by pressing any 1. Switch on the ignition or open the driver’s door.
  • Page 36 Operating with the remote control of the Storing individual lowered position of the Recalling seat position vehicle key passenger’s door mirror as a parking aid f Unlock the locked vehicle or the luggage Once the driver's seat setting has been stored, an compartment with the remote control.
  • Page 37: Heated Seats

    Switching on High heating power f Press button once. Both light-emitting diodes in the button light up. Low heating power f Press button twice. One light-emitting diode in the button lights up. Switching off f Press button as often as necessary until the light-emitting diodes go out.
  • Page 38: Seat Ventilation

    Seat Ventilation Switching off seat ventilation f Press button as often as necessary until all The three-stage seat ventilation is ready for opera- tion when the engine is running and from an light-emitting diodes go out. ambient cabin temperature of 58 °F (15 °C). The three stages are controlled with the buttons on the control panel for the air conditioning.
  • Page 39: Rear Seat Backrests

    Cabriolet f Do not fold up the rear seat backrests with the windstop installed. 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.
  • Page 40: Steering Wheel Heating

    Switching on steering wheel heating f Press button. The message “Steering wheel heating ON” is displayed on the on-board computer for 2 seconds. Switching off steering wheel heating f Press button. The message “Steering wheel heating OFF” is displayed on the on-board computer for 2 seconds.
  • Page 41: Multi-Functional Steering Wheel

    Depending on the equipment in your vehicle, you upward or downward. can use the function keys of the multi-functional Readiness for operation of multi- Press rotary knob steering wheel to operate the following Porsche functional steering wheel To activate selected function. communication systems: Press screen button The multi-functional steering wheel is ready for –...
  • Page 42: Sun Visors

    Sun Visors f Swing the sun visors down to prevent glare from the front. f To prevent glare from the side, unclip the sun visor from the inner bracket and swivel round so that it is in front of the door window. Vanity mirror The vanity mirror on the rear of the sun visor is covered by a lid.
  • Page 43: Safety Belts

    Work may be performed on the belt-tensioner sys- low as possible across the pelvis. Make sure it to ensure safe operation. tem only by an authorized Porsche dealer. is not pressing against the abdomen. f Do not modify or disassemble the safety belts Smoke is released when the belt tensioners are triggered.
  • Page 44 Fastening the safety belt Safety Belt Warning System f Assume a comfortable sitting position. An audio-visual warning system is interconnect- f Please see the chapter “SEAT POSITION” on ed with the driver’s safety belt. Page 30. Every time the ignition is turned on, the gong will f The shoulder belt should always rest on your sound for about 6 seconds to remind driver and passenger to buckle up.
  • Page 45 Cleaning the safety belts If it becomes necessary to clean the belts, you can use any mild washing agent. Allow the belts to dry prior to retracting, but avoid direct sunlight. f Only use suitable cleaners. If unsuitable cleaners are used or any attempt is made to dye or bleach the belts, the webbing may be weakened and thus constitute a safety risk.
  • Page 46: Airbag Systems

    Porsche dealer. the passenger's side, in the dashboard. weight sensing. f Always keep feet in the footwell while driving.
  • Page 47 These instructions injury from the airbag deployment could exeed any Improper handling of the weight sensing can be obtained at any authorized Porsche dealer. protective benefits, such as in low speed acci- system can unintentionally impair switching dents or higher speed accidents where the vehicle the passenger's airbag off and on.
  • Page 48 Page 47. ing. f Porsche recommends the use of L.A.T.C.H. f Before transporting a child on the passenger’s If the passenger's seat is warped significantly, a (Lower Anchorage and Tether for Children)
  • Page 49 Have the fault remedied at your nearest author- deactivated. also not light up, even though the passenger's airbag is switched off. ized Porsche dealer. The condition of the passenger’s front airbag is shown by the indicator lamp. If in doubt: f Please see the chapter “PASSENGER AIRBAG...
  • Page 50 Maintenance Booklet. f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer. Important information Warning light and warning If you sell your Porsche, notify the purchaser that message the vehicle is equipped with airbags, and refer them to the chapter, “Airbag Systems“, in the Faults are indicated by a warning light in the instru- Owner's Manual (safety and disposal rules).
  • Page 51 Switch position AUTO – passenger’s front airbag is occupants. active bracket are not installed at the factory. They can be retrofitted (not on vehicles with Sports bucket Switch position OFF – passenger’s front airbag is seats). switched off f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer. Operation, Safety...
  • Page 52: Child Restraint Systems

    Please see the chapter “PASSENGER AIRBAG of your Porsche and the appropriate child weight groups. Other systems have not been tested and – Children too big for child restraint systems OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP”...
  • Page 53 Direction of installation for child restraint Group III: Children in between 49 lbs (22 kg) – Your authorized Porsche dealer will be glad to advise you about the installation possibility for systems and 80 lbs (36 kg) a Porsche child restraint system which allows...
  • Page 54 Make sure that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indi- To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- tionally. cator lamp does not light up. bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- When the ignition is on and the up to one- mends: Danger! year old child is seated in the child restraint f Please see the chapter “PASSENGER AIRBAG...
  • Page 55 To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- Releasing the safety belt mends: 1. Unbuckle the safety belt latch.
  • Page 56: Latch System

    They can be retrofitted (not on vehicles with Sports bucket seats). f Please see your authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche recommends the use of a Porsche Child Seat with Lower Anchorage and Tether for Chil- dren system (LATCH).
  • Page 57: Child Restraint Anchorages

    To ensure proper installation, see your authorized Porsche dealer. Note Warning! If a child seat with top tether is adapted for use on the front seat, the rear right (passenger’s side) an-...
  • Page 58: Rollover Protection System

    See your authorized Porsche dealer immedi- possible to guarantee that occupants will be pro- impact the car occupants at high speed.
  • Page 59: Parking Brake

    Setting the parking brake Parking brake warning light USA f Pull the lever all the way up (arrow). Parking brake warning light With the ignition on, the parking brake warning Canada lights in the instrument panel and on-board computer will come on if the lever is even The warning lights in the instrument panel and on- slightly raised.
  • Page 60: Brakes

    Brake system warning light You can check the functionality of the brake f Make it a habit to check the operation of your Your Porsche is equipped with a power assisted system warning light by switching the ignition to brakes before driving.
  • Page 61 This could cause the brakes to get hot and not operation of your vehicle. washed down thoroughly about every 2 weeks. An function properly. Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you automatic carwash facility cannot do this job prop- nonskid floor mats of the correct size. erly.
  • Page 62 Do not continue to operate the vehicle. Have your authorized Porsche dealer inspect or replace the brake pads. Operation, Safety...
  • Page 63: Abs Brake System (Antilock Brake System)

    ABS Brake System Warning! Operation of the ABS system (Antilock Brake System) The increased control that is provided should A wheel speed sensor is mounted to each of the not induce you to take greater risks with your four wheels. If wheel lock-up of either of the front The ABS system represents a major contribution safety.
  • Page 64: Clutch Pedal

    ABS, operation of your vehicle. is still retained. Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you nonskid floor mats of the correct size. The ABS system should, however, be examined at an authorized Porsche dealer immediately to pre- To avoid damage to the clutch and transmis- vent the occurrence of further faults.
  • Page 65: Porsche Traction Management (Ptm)

    Handbrake tests on the roller test stand must only In combination with the Porsche Stability Manage- be carried out with the ignition switched off. Warning! ment (PSM) and Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV),...
  • Page 66: Porsche Torque Vectoring (Ptv)

    Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) Danger! Risk of an accident, resulting in serious PTV consists of a control system for driving- personal injury or death. dynamics relevant brake interventions enabling The increased control that is provided should variable drive-torque distribution at the rear axle not induce you to take greater risks with your and a mechanical rear-axle differential lock.
  • Page 67: Sport Mode

    A sportier car set-up is obtained when Sport mode performance limits are reached (only in manual is switched on. Interventions by the Porsche selection mode and without kickdown control systems are intentionally shifted towards actuation for vehicles with PDK transmission).
  • Page 68 Switching Sport mode on and off Switching Sport mode on and off simultaneously activates and deactivates the Sport mode in PASM. If PASM Sport mode was activated with the PASM button, PASM remains active. After the ignition is switched off, Sport mode is automatically reset to Normal mode.
  • Page 69: Porsche Stability Management (Psm)

    Porsche Stability Management PSM uses these values to determine the direction of travel indicated by the driver. (PSM) PSM intervenes and helps to correct the course if the actual direction of motion deviates from the PSM is an active control system for stabilization of...
  • Page 70 Examples of PSM control operations – The system compensates for undesired lateral vehicle reactions when the driver releases the – If the front wheels of the vehicle drift on a accelerator pedal or brakes when cornering. bend, the rear wheel on the inside of the bend This compensation functions up to the is braked and the engine power is reduced if maximum lateral acceleration.
  • Page 71 Please have the fault remedied at an author- Sport mode The following functions stabilize the vehicle in emergency situations, even with PSM switched ized Porsche dealer. off: A sportier car set-up is obtained when Sport or f Please see the chapter “PUTTING VEHICLE Sport Plus mode is switched on.
  • Page 72: Porsche Active Suspension Management (Pasm)

    Porsche Active Suspension Dynamic Engine Mounting (PADM) Management (PASM) Dynamic Engine Mounting with variable damping is a system designed to enhance both driving PASM makes two running-gear setups available to dynamics and driving comfort. Depending on the the driver: “Normal” and “Sport”.
  • Page 73: Retractable Rear Spoiler

    37 mph/60 km/h. f Have the fault remedied at an authorized Engine compartment temperature Porsche dealer. over 140 °F/60 °C Risk of injury during manual retraction or Spoiler extends at 50 mph/80 km/h and retracts extension of the rear spoiler with the vehicle at 19 mph/30 km/h.
  • Page 74 Retracting a manually extended rear spoiler f at speeds between 0 and 20 mph (0 and 30 km/h) Press and hold button until the rear spoiler has reached its final position. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out. The rear spoiler changes to automatic mode. f at speeds between 20 and 60 mph (30 and 100 km/h) Press button briefly.
  • Page 75: Interior Lights

    For vehicles with automatic anti-dazzle Orientation light mirrors f Switch off the automatic anti-dazzle operation A light-emitting diode at the bottom of the interior mirror improves orientation in the passenger com- of the mirrors before you switch on the interior partment when it is dark.
  • Page 76: Parking Aids

    Parking Aids Note The sensors must always be kept free of dirt, ice Parking assistant and snow in order to ensure that they are fully functional. When the driver backs up, the parking assistant system indicates the distance between the car Caution! and a large obstacle behind it, by means of signal To avoid damaging the sensors:...
  • Page 77 – When reverse gear is engaged, the mirror This indicates a general system fault. glass on the passenger’s side swivels down Please have the fault remedied at an author- slightly to show the curb area. ized Porsche dealer. Operation, Safety...
  • Page 78: Ignition/Starter Switch With Anti-Theft Steering Lock

    f Please see the chapter “KEY WITH RADIO RE- Switch position 1 MOTE CONTROL” on Page 16. Ignition on f Turn ignition key to position 1. Before starting the engine Ignition is switched on. f Apply the footbrake. f Manual transmission: Note on operation Move the gearshift lever into neutral.
  • Page 79 Switch position 2 Locking the steering column Automatic unlocking The steering column is unlocked when the vehicle Start engine Automatic locking is unlocked with the radio remote control. f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2. The steering column is automatically locked when Note the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock.
  • Page 80 Emergency operation – pulling out the 3. Use metal hook A to remove the plastic lid B 4. Turn ignition key counter-clockwise as far as it ignition key from the ignition lock. Make sure that plastic lid will go. B is not lost. 5.
  • Page 81: Starting Procedures

    Starting Procedures Starting the engine longed periods with the engine on and the car not moving. f Please see the chapter “IMMOBILIZER” on f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2. An unattended vehicle with a running engine Page 15. f As soon as the engine starts, release the igni- is potentially hazardous.
  • Page 82: Stopping Engine

    Stopping Engine Engine-compartment blower, radiator fan f Turn key back to position 3. The radiator and radiator fans are in the front of f Do not stop engine immediately after hard or the car. extended driving. The engine-compartment blower is mounted on Keep engine running at increased idle for the engine compartment lid.
  • Page 83: Emergency Flasher Switch

    Warning! 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 84: Light Switch

    Daytime driving lights Low beam, high beam Only the LED lights integrated into the front auxil- Only with ignition on, iary headlights come on in light switch setting OFF daytime driving lights switched off or HOME only when the engine is running. Low beam headlights must be switched on when Rear fog light driving through tunnels or at dusk, for example.
  • Page 85: Welcome Home Lighting

    Memory” in the separate PCM operating adjustment system must be checked by an author- instructions. ized Porsche dealer. – The lights are turned on for approx. 30 seconds when the vehicle is unlocked. The lights go out if the ignition is switched on or when leaving the Welcome Home lighting.
  • Page 86: Turn Signal/Headlight Dimmer/Parking Light/Flasher Lever

    Individual Light Functions The turn signal lever turns off automatically when the steering wheel is straightened out after com- pleting a turn. Further individual light functions are available in vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Turbo. f Please refer to the chapter “Individual Memory” Lane changer in the separate PCM operating instructions.
  • Page 87: Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever

    f Always switch off windshield wipers in car 5 – Windshield wipers and washer system: f Pull wiper lever towards the steering wheel. wash to prevent them wiping unintentionally (intermittent or sensor operation). The washer system sprays and wipes while the lever is pulled towards the steering wheel.
  • Page 88 The rear wiper is automatically switched off when a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h) is exceeded. It is switched on again when the speed falls below 124 mph (200 km/h). On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Turbo, further rear wiper functions can be selected via the PCM.
  • Page 89 We recommend f Operate windshield washer system 5 or Porsche window cleaner. If they are very dirty f Change the sensitivity of the rain sensor with (e.g. with insect remains), they can be cleaned with a sponge or cloth.
  • Page 90: Automatic Speed Control

    Vehicles with PDK Hold and store speed Downshifts are also carried out to help maintain f Bring the car to the desired speed with the the pre-selected speed (especially when driving accelerator. downhill). f Then briefly push the operating lever forward (position 1).
  • Page 91 The stored speed should only be recalled when f Switch PDK to selector lever position N. traffic conditions and the road surface so permit. f Please see the chapter “PORSCHE DOPPEL- Option 2 f Briefly move lever towards the steering wheel KUPPLUNG (PDK)”...
  • Page 92: Cupholder

    Cupholder (holder for drink cans and cups) f Keep the cupholder closed while driving. Warning! Risk of scalding or damage due to spilling drinks. f Only use beverage containers which fit. f Never put overfull containers in the cupholder. f Never place hot drinks in the cupholder. f Press the symbol for the respective cupholder.
  • Page 93: Ashtray

    Closing cupholder f Push cupholder drawer in. f Open panel in the middle. f Close and engage the cupholder. f Close panel in the middle. Ashtray Pulling cupholder out f Pull out holder (arrow). Opening f Insert container. f Open ashtray lid. f Carefully slide holder inwards to adjust it to the container size.
  • Page 94: Cigarette Lighter

    Emptying Heating lighter f Open ashtray and carefully pull out ash insert. f Open ashtray lid. f Leave ashtray lid open. f Push in knob of the cigarette lighter. Push in ash insert. When ready for use, the lighter will snap back. Note on operation Warning! The lighter receptacle is not to be used for...
  • Page 95: Storage In The Passenger Compartment

    Storage in the Passenger Additional storage possibilities Compartment – in the doors, – in the door sill next to the passenger’s seat, Warning! – in the center console, Unsecured luggage and heavy objects may come loose during braking, rapid directional –...
  • Page 96: Glove Compartment

    Glove compartment Warning! Risk of injury by the glove compartment lid in case of an accident. f Keep the glove compartment closed while driving. Opening CD holder f Pull the catch and open the lid. Occupied drawers are indicated by a red window. Locking Opening drawers f Lock the catch to secure the contents against...
  • Page 97: Luggage Compartment Lid And Engine Compartment Lid

    The luggage compartment lid can also be un- locked with the radio remote control. f Please see the chapter “KEYS” on Page 15. Important Note If the vehicle battery is discharged, the luggage compartment lid can be opened only by connect- ing an external electrical power source.
  • Page 98 Closing luggage compartment lid and engine compartment lid f Lower the lid and close it. f Push the lid closed with the palm of your hand in the area of the lock. Check that the lid has correctly engaged in the lock.
  • Page 99: Luggage Compartment

    Tools The tools are located under the floor plate of the luggage compartment. f Lift the floor plate on the opening and take out. Luggage Compartment C - Access cover for tire sealant D - Tire filling compressor Access cover A E - Tool kit F - Towing lug G - Adapter for security wheel bolts...
  • Page 100: Trunk Entrapment

    At the same time, the lid is unlocked and the latch period. A person trapped in the luggage compartment striker pops into the catch-hook position. f Please consult your authorized Porsche can release the lid from the inside using the un- locking handle. dealer.
  • Page 101: Porsche Communication Management (Pcm)

    Porsche Communication Car Audio Operation/Tips Accessories which have not been tested and approved by Porsche may impair radio function Management (PCM) For radio operation see your radio manual and reception. f Refer to the separate operating instructions which is included with your on-board litera- ture.
  • Page 102 f When not in use, take the disc out of the player, Fading and drifting Station swapping put the disc back into its case and store it FM range is limited to about 25 miles (40 km), When two FM stations are close to each other, and away from dust, heat, damp and direct except for some high power stations.
  • Page 103: Car Telephone And Aftermarket Alarms

    Important legal and safety information Any portable telephone or radio transmitter which regarding the use of cellular telephones is used in a Porsche must be properly installed in accordance with the technical requirements of Some states may prohibit the use of cellular tele- Porsche.
  • Page 104: Ipod, Usb And Aux

    Installation of aftermarket equipment is not covered under the New Car War- ranty. f Consult your authorized Porsche dealer about the installation of non Porsche approved equip- ment. Reception quality The reception quality of your car telephone will change constantly when you are driving.
  • Page 105: Fire Extinguisher

    Note f Pay attention to the final control date on the fire extinguisher. If the fire extinguisher is used after its expira- tion date has elapsed, it may not operate properly. f Follow the operating instructions on the fire extinguisher. f The functional ability of the fire extinguisher should be checked by a specialist workshop every 1-2 years.
  • Page 106: Homelink

    Warning! Note on operation f Always use the HomeLink opener in the Risk of accident when using the HomeLink if direction of travel. persons, animals or objects are within the Otherwise, range restrictions cannot be ruled range of movement of the equipment that is being operated.
  • Page 107 You then have approx. 5 minutes to perform be repeated from the beginning. steps 2 and 3. f Please consult your authorized Porsche dealer 2. Hold the original hand-held transmitter approx. if you have not been able to successfully 0 to 12 in. (0 to 30 cm) in front of the marked allocate signals for the garage door opener to position (figure) on the vehicle.
  • Page 108 Operation, Safety...
  • Page 109: Automatic Air Conditioning System, Heated Rear Window/Door Mirror Heating

    Automatic Air Conditioning System, Heated Rear Window/Door Mirror Heating Automatic Air Conditioning System ..... 108 Central and Side Vents....... 111 Fresh-air Intake ......... 111 Heated Rear Window/Door Mirror Heating ... 112 Automatic Air Conditioning System, Heated Rear Window/Door Mirror Heating...
  • Page 110: Automatic Air Conditioning System

    A - Defrosting the windshield B - Heated rear window C - Temperature sensor D - AC OFF button (air-conditioning compressor off/on) E - Recirculating-air button F - Temperature button G - AUTO button (automatic mode) H - Air distribution to footwell I - Air distribution to central and side vents J - Air distribution to windshield K - Blower speed button...
  • Page 111 Setting temperature Defrosting the windshield Adjusting blower speed f Press button F upwards or downwards f Press button A (switch on or off). f Press button K upwards or downwards respec- respectively. The windshield is defogged or defrosted as tively. To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature quickly as possible.
  • Page 112 On vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package Recommended setting in Summer: conditioning compressor and have the fault Turbo, individual air conditioning settings can repaired at an authorized Porsche dealer. Air distribution to central and side vents. be stored on your vehicle key. Recommended setting in Winter: Please observe the chapter “Individual...
  • Page 113: Central And Side Vents

    Fresh-air Intake To ensure proper air intake: f Keep the fresh-air inlet between the luggage compartment lid and the windshield free from snow, ice and leaves. A - Continuous opening and closing Changing air flow direction B - Setting vent direction f Move the vanes to make the air flow in the Central and Side Vents desired direction.
  • Page 114: Heated Rear Window/Door Mirror Heating

    Switching on f Press button. The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. After approx. 15 minutes, the heating switches off automatically. The heater can be switched back on by pressing the button again. Switching off f Press button. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out. Heated Rear Window/Door Mirror Heating The heated rear window/door mirror heating is...
  • Page 115: Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings

    (in vehicles with manual transmission) ..120 Tachometer ..........121 Turn Signal Indicator Light......121 High Beam Indicator Light ......121 Cooling System......... 121 Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ....123 Fuel............124 Clock ............125 Outside Temperature ......... 125 Engine Oil Pressure ........126 Check Engine (Emission Control) ....
  • Page 116: Instrument Panel Usa Models

    1.Engine oil temperature gage appropriate control unit memory and can be read 18.Central warning light 2.Speedometer with analogue display out at an authorized Porsche dealer. 19.On-board computer display 3.Tire pressure warning light This information can help to warn you about situa- 20.Porsche Stability Management...
  • Page 117 Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings...
  • Page 118: Instrument Panel Canada Models

    1.Engine oil temperature gage appropriate control unit memory and can be read 18.Central warning light 2.Speedometer with analogue display out at an authorized Porsche dealer. 19.On-board computer display 3.Tire pressure warning light This information can help to warn you about situa- 20.Porsche Stability Management...
  • Page 119 Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings...
  • Page 120: Engine Oil Temperature

    Instrument Illumination The illumination is automatically adjusted to the ambient brightness by the light sensor in the tachometer. In addition, when the car lights are switched on, the instrument and switch symbol brightness can be manually adjusted. Warning! Risk of loss of control or accident, resulting in serious personal injury or death.
  • Page 121: Trip Odometer

    Resetting to zero f Press adjustment button A for approximately one second or f Reset the distance in the “SET” menu of the on- board computer. Please see the chapter “SET BASIC SETTING ON ON-BOARD COMPUTER” on Page 156. After exceeding 6,213 miles or 9,999 kilometers, the counter returns to “0”.
  • Page 122: Speedometer

    Gear Shift Indicator Speedometer Changing over between Miles / Kilometers (in vehicles with manual transmission) The digital speedometer is integrated in the on- The consumption-orientated gear shift indicator A board computer. The units of the distance and speed displays can The indication changes from mph to km/h when on the display panel of the on-board computer be changed in the “SET”...
  • Page 123: Tachometer

    Caution! To avoid severe engine damage. f Always observe the engine rpm before down- shifting to a lower gear, so you do not exceed the maximum engine rpm. Turn Signal Indicator Light Flashes in synchronism with the turn signals. Left arrow – left turn signals Right arrow –...
  • Page 124 Check coolant level. thorized Porsche dealer. If necessary, add coolant and have fault reme- Please see the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” on died at an authorized Porsche dealer. Page 205. Please see the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” on Note Page 205.
  • Page 125: Porsche Doppelkupplung (Pdk)

    It is not possible to continue driving. Immedi- warning “Selector lever not engaged” appears ately stop the vehicle in a suitable place. Have on the on-board computer. the vehicle towed to an authorized Porsche Remedy: dealer. Operate the footbrake and engage the Warning “Transmission temperature too high”...
  • Page 126: Fuel

    There will then be no reserve warning. will also be incorrect. f To remedy the fault, go to an authorized Porsche dealer. Warning light “A” When the engine is running, the warning light of the level gage lights up if less than approx.
  • Page 127: Clock

    Setting the time Leaving adjustment mode Automatically after one minute or: Warning! f Press adjustment button again. Risk of loss of control or accident, resulting When adjustment mode is deliberately left by in serious personal injury or death. pressing the button, the time begins precisely to f Do not reach through the steering-wheel the second.
  • Page 128: Engine Oil Pressure

    Do not continue driving. come on even though oil level is correct. f Have the fault remedied at the nearest author- f Have the fault remedied at the nearest ized Porsche dealer. authorized Porsche dealer. Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings...
  • Page 129: Check Engine (Emission Control)

    If tank cap was fastened correctly, see your au- Brake Warning Light Canada thorized Porsche dealer for service as soon as The warning light in the instrument panel lights up possible. when the ignition is switched on as a bulb check The warning light on the instrument panel lights and goes out after the engine starts.
  • Page 130: On-Board Computer (Bc)

    Readiness for operation f Please refer to the separate operating You can restore the factory default settings at any instructions for Porsche Communication – With ignition switched on, time by using the “SET” menu. Management (PCM).
  • Page 131 Basic setting – Central display: ..Radio station The central line B of the on-board computer can be selected in the SET menu. Calling on-board computer functions in display “C” f Push operating lever up or down (selection field D must be switched off). The following displays can be called step by step: –...
  • Page 132 The following menus are available, depending on D - Switching selection field “D” on or off E - Arrow symbol for continuation vehicle equipment: f Push operating lever forward or back. Arrow symbol: 1. LIMIT f Push operating lever down in order to page 2.
  • Page 133 LIMIT Acoustic warning signal for speed limit The acoustic warning signal can be activated for speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h). The signal sounds when the preset speed is ex- ceeded. For the signal to sound again, the driving speed must fall below the preset speed by at least 3 mph (5 km/h).
  • Page 134 f Select “xx mph” with the operating lever. Option 1: Option 2: Accepting current speed Presetting speed f Push operating lever forward. f Push operating lever forward. f Select “LIMIT active” with the operating lever: The acoustic warning signal is activated for the not active current speed.
  • Page 135 Switching the acoustic warning signal off f Select “LIMIT active” with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forward. Display: f Push operating lever slightly up or down until the desired speed is reached. upwards: speed is increased downwards: speed is decreased Note Holding the lever up or down for a longer period will adjust the speed in steps of 6 mph (10 km/h).
  • Page 136: Warning Messages

    f Push operating lever forward. f Push operating lever forward. INFO f Select “Messages” with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forwards or pull back- Warning messages wards. f Push operating lever forward. Switching on selection field “D” The display returns to the Info menu. f Push operating lever forward.
  • Page 137 f Push operating lever forward. Service Telephone information Switching on selection field “D” f Push operating lever forward. Switching on selection field “D” f Push operating lever forward. Recalling service information f Select INFO with the operating lever. Recalling telephone information f Select TEL with the operating lever.
  • Page 138 f Push operating lever forward. Note Example: Selecting from the telephone book and f Select a person to call and push the operating You can recall phone calls, e.g. calls that arrived calling during your absence, via the menu item “Missed lever forward.
  • Page 139 f Push the operating lever forward to end the Incoming call call. f Select “Accept” or “Refuse” and push the operating lever forward. Note Rejected phone calls can be recalled with the menu item “Missed calls”. Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings...
  • Page 140 Starting/stopping stopwatch journeys. Measured lap times can be stored and All stopwatch displays are started and stopped via evaluated if the vehicle is equipped with Porsche the on-board computer menu CHRONO. Communication Management (PCM). f Please observe the chapter “Sport display” in the separate PCM operating instructions.
  • Page 141 f Push operating lever forward. f Push operating lever forward. Starting the timing The time runs on all stopwatch displays. f Push operating lever forward. The on-board computer display changes to the The selection field is switched on. “Stop timing/Intermediate time” selection. f Select CHRONO with the operating lever.
  • Page 142 f Push lever forward. Stopping the timing Continue timing The time is stopped in all stopwatch displays, After time measurement is started, the on-board After timing has been stopped, the on-board com- and the on-board computer display changes to computer display changes to the “Stop timing/In- puter display changes to the “Continue/Reset”...
  • Page 143 f Push operating lever forward. f Push operating lever forward. Resetting the time The stopwatch displays continue the timing. The display returns to the “Start timing” After timing has been stopped, the on-board com- selection. puter display changes to the “Continue/Reset” se- The on-board computer display returns to the The stopwatch displays in the instrument panel lection.
  • Page 144 The interme- diate times B are for your information. Measured lap times A can be stored and evaluat- ed if the vehicle is equipped with Porsche Commu- nication Management (PCM). Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings...
  • Page 145 The on-board computer display then returns to the The new lap is displayed on the on-board compu- In order to start timing a new lap: “Stop timing/Intermediate time” selection. ter and the PCM. Timing on the on-board computer The “New lap?” selection appears for 5 seconds f You can stop the stopwatch or measure anoth- and on the PCM begins from zero.
  • Page 146 f The on-board computer display returns to the AUDIO NAVI “Stop timing/Intermediate time” selection after Switching on selection field “D” Switching on selection field “D” a short period. f Push operating lever forward. f Push operating lever forward. f You can stop the stopwatch or measure anoth- er intermediate time or a new lap.
  • Page 147 Sealing the tire with tire sealant is only an However, you must still adjust the tire pressure on emergency repair, so you can drive to the next the wheel. authorized Porsche dealer. The maximum per- mitted speed is 50 mph (80 km/h). Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings...
  • Page 148 Warning! This display is for informational purposes only. Under no circumstances should the tire pressures be changed based on this display. Changing the tire pressure to incorrect pressures could adversely affect the perfor- mance, driving characteristics, and safety of your vehicle. f Maintain tire pressures according to the units indicated on the tire pressure plate, located on the drivers side door of the vehicle.
  • Page 149 The tire pressure to be corrected (refill pressure) is indicated on the displayed wheel. Example: If “ –1.5 psi (–0.1 bar)” is displayed, 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) must be added to this tire. Note The tire pressure menu can only be called up when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 150 f Push operating lever forward. f Select “Set” with the operating lever. f Push the operating lever forward. The display changes to the tire pressure menu. f Select desired tire type: summer or winter. f Push operating lever forward. A display for confirming the selected type of tire appears.
  • Page 151 Please consult your authorized Porsche dealer. f Select “Continue” and push the operating lever The tire selection has only been successfully f Use only tires approved by Porsche. completed when the message “Process forward. complete” is displayed by the on-board computer.
  • Page 152 Tire pressure warnings The tire pressure warning light on the instrument panel and a corresponding message on the on- board computer warn about loss of pressure in two stages, depending on the amount of pressure loss. Driving with insufficient tire pressure reduces the road safety of the vehicle and destroys the tire and wheel.
  • Page 153 This tire pressure warning also appears when driving and can be acknowledged. The tire pressure warning light on the instrument panel goes out only when the tire pressure has been corrected. This tire pressure warning appears Stage 2 – Flat tire –...
  • Page 154 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a Tire nizes the tires and their locations. checked at an authorized Porsche dealer. Pressure Monitoring (TPM) malfunction indicator The on-board computer displayes the message f Switch the ignition off when changing a wheel.
  • Page 155 No monitoring Pressure increase as the result of The warning light in the speedometer lights up: temperature increase – When a loss in pressure has been detected. In the event of faults the Tire Pressure Monitoring – When learning newly mounted wheels/wheel cannot monitor the tire pressure.
  • Page 156 Display and measurement of the engine oil level Caution! Risk of engine damage. f Regularly check the oil level each time before refueling. f Do not allow the oil level to fall below the minimum mark. Conditions for measuring the oil level 1.
  • Page 157 f Add engine oil if necessary. Switch off ignition before adding engine oil. Do not start engine when oil filler cap is open. f Please see the chapter “ENGINE OIL LEVEL” on Page 206. f Never add more engine oil than required to reach the maximum mark.
  • Page 158 Basic setting on on-board computer Switching on selection field “D” f Push operating lever forward. Changing the basic setting of the on-board computer f Select “SET” with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forward. Reset f Select the desired function with the operating –...
  • Page 159 Display (Select central line of the on-board computer) – Change display Audio information (set radio station) Range on remaining fuel Empty – Telephone Info When Telephone information is active, incom- ing telephone calls are displayed on the on- board computer. Navigation 12/24h mode –...
  • Page 160 General information regarding the Average consumption and average speed Engine boost pressure on-board computer functions The values displayed are based on the distance The engine boost pressure is regulated by the en- travelled since the last reset to “zero”. gine control unit. The maximum boost pressure is Range on remaining fuel approx.
  • Page 161 Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings...
  • Page 162: Warnings On The Instrument Panel And The On-Board Computer

    Replace the remote-control battery. in ignition key Ignition lock faulty, Have the fault remedied at an authorized please go to workshop Porsche dealer. Ignition lock faulty, Have the fault remedied at an authorized visit workshop now Porsche dealer. Relieve steering Relieve the steering lock by moving the steering wheel to the left or right.
  • Page 163 Check left/right dipped beam (low The reported light is faulty. Check bulb. beam) Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. also applies to: direction indicator, high beam, side in- dicator light, reversing light, side marker Daytime...
  • Page 164 Stop immediately at a suitale place and check tank cap for proper fastening. If the tank cap was fastened correctly, consult your authorized Porsche dealer. Reduced engine power Consult your authorized Porsche dealer. Temperature gage Failure of Consult your authorized Porsche dealer. warning light flash-...
  • Page 165 Warning – Brake fluid level Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Warning – Brake circuit division Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
  • Page 166 INTO OPERATION“. PASM Normal/Sport Indicator for selected PASM mode PASM failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. PASM indicator faulty Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Sport mode failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
  • Page 167 It is not possible to continue driving. Immedi- ately stop the vehicle in a suitable place. Have the vehicle towed to an authorized Porsche dealer. Transmission Jerking can be felt when driving off, and the engine power may be restricted.
  • Page 168 Failure Activate convertible top in opposite direction. Convertible-top control If there is a failure: Consult an authorized Porsche dealer. Convertible top not in limit position Fully open or close convertible top Opening convertible top Message goes out in final position...
  • Page 169 TPM inactive The Tire Pressure Monitoring is faulty. Consult an authorized Porsche dealer. TPM partial monitoring 1 or 2 wheel transmitters are faulty. The tyre pressures of these wheels are not monitored.
  • Page 170 Acknowledging warning messages Warning messages can be deleted from the on-board computer display. f Push the on-board computer operating lever forward. You can recall erased warning messages in the “INFO” menu. Warnings...
  • Page 171: Shifting Gears

    Shifting Gears Manual Transmission, Clutch ...... 170 Drive-Off Assistant........171 Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ....172 Shifting Gears...
  • Page 172: Manual Transmission, Clutch

    Risk of accident, resulting in serious person- al injury or death. f Do not obstruct the pedal travel with floor mats or other objects. Nonskid floor mats of the correct size are available at your authorized Porsche dealer. Shifting Gears...
  • Page 173: Drive-Off Assistant

    Drive-Off Assistant Driving off with the Drive-Off Assistant Driving off with the Drive-Off Assistant (vehicles with manual transmission) (vehicles with PDK transmission) The Drive-Off Assistant assists the driver when 1. Hold the vehicle securely on the slope with the 1. Hold the vehicle securely on the slope with the moving off on hills.
  • Page 174: Porsche Doppelkupplung (Pdk)

    Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) Starting The Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) is a seven- The engine can be started only if the brake speed transmission with an “automatic” and a pedal is depressed and the selector lever is in “manual” selection mode. position P or N.
  • Page 175 PROGRAM” on Page 178. selector lever from P or N into the required gear again. f Have the fault repaired immediately at an authorized Porsche dealer. Selector lever position R or D is flashing in the instrument cluster – Effects: There is no power transmission.
  • Page 176: Selector Lever Positions

    Selector lever positions D - Automatic selection mode sportiest gear-changing map, i.e. to the highest possible gear-changing points, if the accelerator Select position D for “normal” driving. The gears pedal is pressed quickly. The transmission accor- P – Parking lock are shifted automatically according to the acceler- dingly shifts down immediately by one or two ator position and speed.
  • Page 177 Driving with Launch Control Use of Launch Control will inevitably reduce For example: the life of the engaged engine and transmis- Driving with Launch Control allows you to achieve – Shifting down before bends and on entering sion components. maximum acceleration from a standing start. It is built-up areas.
  • Page 178 M – Manual selection mode + Shift up shift paddle Shift buttons - Shift down shift paddle A - Sport/Sport Plus display A - Sport/Sport Plus display B - Launch Control display The currently selected gear is retained when you B - Launch Control display change from D to M.
  • Page 179 Stopping Driving in winter You can shift up or down by the corresponding number of gears by quickly operating the selector f For a brief stop (e.g. at a traffic light), leave the lever, the shift buttons or the shift paddles several In wintry road conditions it is advisable to take selector lever in drive position and hold the steep inclines in manual mode.
  • Page 180 It is not possible to continue driving. Immedi- Warning “Transmission emergency run” white ately stop the vehicle in a suitable place. Have – Effect: – Effects: the vehicle towed to an authorized Porsche No selector lever position is displayed on the Restricted gearshift comfort, dealer. instrument cluster.
  • Page 181: Mobile Roofs

    Mobile Roofs Lifting/Sliding Roof........180 Convertible Top......... 183 Emergency operation of the convertible top 185 Windstop ..........192 Hardtop............ 196 Roof Transport System ......202 Mobile Roofs...
  • Page 182: Lifting/Sliding Roof

    Lifting/Sliding Roof A - Opening the lifting/sliding roof f Press rear of rocker switch A until lifting/slid- Warning! ing roof reaches the desired position. Risk of injury when operating or automatical- One-touch operation ly closing the lifting/sliding roof. f Touch rear of rocker switch A. f Take care to ensure that nobody can be injured Lifting/sliding roof opens to its end position.
  • Page 183 B - Closing the lifting/sliding roof Emergency operation f Press front of rocker switch B until lifting/slid- Warning! ing roof reaches the desired position. Risk of serious personal injury and damage to the lifting/sliding roof during emergency C - Lifting the lifting/sliding roof operation.
  • Page 184 Risk of damage to the lifting/sliding roof. f After emergency operation, do not operate the lifting/sliding roof using the rocker switch. f Drive slowly to an authorized Porsche dealer in order to have the fault remedied. 3. Fold down the cover of the lifting/sliding roof 5.
  • Page 185: Convertible Top

    f Avoid frequent operation of the convertible top Convertible Top Door windows and side windows with the engine off; the vehicle battery would Brief operating instructions can be found on the be unintentionally discharged rapidly. The side windows are lowered automatically when back side of the driver’s sun visor.
  • Page 186 Preconditions for operation of the convertible top – The ignition must be switched on (engine running or off), – the engine compartment lid must be closed, – the speed must be below approx. 30 mph (50 km/h). If this maximum speed is exceeded, the open- ing/closing procedure of the convertible top will be interrupted.
  • Page 187: Emergency Operation Of The Convertible Top

    Messages in on-board computer Emergency operation of the convertible top Rear lid f Before performing emergency operation, please check: If the engine compartment lid is open when acti- vating the convertible top, a message appears in Was the ignition switched on and was the en- the on-board computer.
  • Page 188 Removing rear wall lining Opening convertible top compartment Warning! lid “D” 1. Unscrew screws A from the rear wall lining. The Allen key can rotate or fly out and there- Pull out and reposition the screwdriver insert if 1. Take red Allen key B out of its holder. by cause serious personal injury if the con- necessary.
  • Page 189 Warning! The Allen key can rotate or fly out and there- by cause serious personal injury if the con- vertible top is actuated. f Always remove the Allen key B from the drive axle of the side flap before operating the con- vertible top.
  • Page 190 2. Get behind the front seats and grasp the con- 3. Close the convertible top until it reaches its Closing convertible top vertible top in the middle. highest position. 1. Insert Allen key B through hole G and into the hydraulic valve.
  • Page 191 2. Take the Allen key K out of the oddments tray The convertible top lock with the locking hook is Extending the locking hook “H” fitted on the convertible top. between the front seats. 1. Pull the plastic lid J down on the front corners. Perform the work on the convertible top lock when 3.
  • Page 192 5. Pull the convertible top all the way forward to 1. Insert the Allen key again. Mounting the plastic lid Turn in the direction of arrow “close” until you the windshield. f Push the plastic lid over the convertible top can feel marked resistance and the convertible locking mechanism from behind.
  • Page 193 Risk of damage to the convertible top. f After emergency operation, do not operate the convertible top using the switch. f Drive slowly to an authorized Porsche dealer in order to have the fault remedied. Closing the convertible-top compartment lid...
  • Page 194: Windstop

    Caution! Installing the windstop Risk of damage to the windstop 1. Open zipper of the protective bag. f Make sure that the windstop is not damaged Take the windstop out of the luggage compart- ment. by items of luggage or objects in the luggage compartment.
  • Page 195 2. Fold the rear seat backrests forward. 4. Check whether the lock of the windstop lower A - Lock open B - Lock closed Please see the chapter “REAR SEAT BACK- section is engaged. RESTS” on Page 37. Press lock together if necessary (arrows). 5.
  • Page 196 6. Insert fastening tabs C of the windstop into the 7. Push red locking handles inward and swivel 8. Lift upper section of windstop if required. guides of the safety belts. downward. Make sure that the plastic peg E engages in Spring force pushes the square pins of the the center guide of the windstop.
  • Page 197 4. Fold the windstop together so that the split A - Lock open B - Lock closed windstop lower section is on the outside. 5. Place windstop in the protective bag in the lug- Removing the windstop gage compartment and seal the zipper of the protective bag.
  • Page 198: Hardtop

    Hardtop Your authorized Porsche dealer will be glad to give advice about correct hardtop storage. Since the convertible top stays open for a long time, it must be absolutely dry and clean before being opened to install the hardtop. This prevents damp stains and abrasion damage.
  • Page 199 4. Take unlocking handle D from the storage tray 6. Insert unlocking handle D into one of the rear 9. Together with a second person on the other side, grasp the hardtop at points E and F. between the front seats. hardtop locks.
  • Page 200 Putting on the hardtop 11.Carefully remove both protection covers J to 1. Open all four side windows and convertible the rear. top. Caution! 12.Fit both plastic covers C into the trim panel. 2. Take unlocking handle D from the storage tray The marking point must point to the rear.
  • Page 201 4. Pull off plastic cover of the front hardtop lock. 5. Press red lock button of the front locking lever. Fully open locking lever. Mobile Roofs...
  • Page 202 Caution! Danger of damage due to inadvertent opera- tion of the convertible top with the hardtop fitted. f Make sure that the front locking lever G is al- ways correctly locked. This disables the convertible top drive. 6. Check whether the rear screw connections on Warning! the hardtop are loosened (turn it 2 turns clock- Danger of pinching fingers or hands at the...
  • Page 203 10.Swivel front locking lever G to the rear. 12.Tighten the fastening screw by hand. 14.Fit both plastic covers C into the trim panels of The latching hook H must engage in the wind- Then tighten the fastening screw with the un- the rear hardtop locking elements so that the locking handle D (tightening torque 34 ftlb.
  • Page 204: Roof Transport System

    Items of luggage must not project beyond the to carry various sports and hobby equipment. side of the load area. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to f Fix and secure every item to the basic carrier tell you about the various different uses of the with a rope or lashing strap (do not use elastic Roof Transport System.
  • Page 205: Maintenance, Car Care

    Engine Oil Level ........206 Engine Oil Recommendation....... 208 Brake Fluid Level........210 Fuel Economy ........... 212 Operating your Porsche in other Countries .. 212 Fuel Recommendations......214 Portable Fuel Containers......215 Fuel Evaporation Control ......215 Emission Control System ......216 How Emission Control Works......
  • Page 206: Exercise Extreme Caution When Working On Your Vehicle

    Your Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig- ventilated area. f Some countries require additional tools and Never start or let the engine run in an en- nition system.
  • Page 207: Coolant Level

    –31 °F/–35 °C . They can be attracted to it should there be a f Only use antifreeze authorized by Porsche. spill, or to used coolant left in an open contain- er. Coolant can be deadly to pets if consumed.
  • Page 208: Engine Oil

    Engine-compartment blower, Engine Oil If the vehicle is driven at a high rate of speed, radiator fan climatic conditions are warm, and the load is high, It is important to perform oil changes regularly in the oil should be checked more frequently, as The radiator and radiator fans are in the front of accordance with the intervals specified in the driving conditions will determine the rate of oil...
  • Page 209 Topping off engine oil Warning! Risk of burning from hot parts in engine com- partment. Risk of injury by rotating parts. The engine compartment blower on the en- gine compartment lid can start up even with engine off. f Exercise extrem caution when working in the engine compartment.
  • Page 210: Engine Oil Recommendation

    Engine Oil Recommendation Always observe the following points: Oil change – Use engine oils approved by Porsche only. This Porsche recommends The engine oil has to be changed regularly at the is a precondition for optimum and problem-free intervals listed in your Maintenance Schedule.
  • Page 211 Single-grade oils can not be used in your engine. The efficiency of an oil is expressed, for example, The viscosity of the engine oil for your Porsche by the API, ILSAC or ACEA classifications. has to be chosen according to the ambient tem- perature given in the engine oil recommendation table.
  • Page 212: Brake Fluid Level

    Brake Fluid Level f Please see the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE” on Page 204. f Use only new (unused) Original Porsche brake fluid. Warning! Brake fluid is hazardous to your health, and may be fatal if swallowed.
  • Page 213 If the warning lights should light up when driving: f Stop immediately in a suitable place. f Do not continue driving. Consult an authorized Porsche dealer. Maintenance, Car Care...
  • Page 214: Fuel Economy

    Only switch on the air conditioning when neces- fuel economy. If you plan to take your Porsche outside the conti- f Have your vehicle tuned to specifications. sary. nental limits of the United States or Canada, there...
  • Page 215 Fuel Warning! Fuel is highly flammable and harmful to health. f Fire, open flame and smoking are prohibited when handling fuel. f Avoid contact with skin or clothing. f Do not inhale fuel vapors. To prevent damage to the emission control system and engine: f Never drive the tank completely out of fuel.
  • Page 216: Fuel Recommendations

    Fuel tank capacity is listed under “Capacities”. f Avoid driving at full throttle. Porsche does not recommend the use of fuel ad- possibility of a fire in the event of a collision. ditives.
  • Page 217: Portable Fuel Containers

    Fuel Evaporation Control leaded fuel into cars with catalytic converters. Fuels containing ethanol Unleaded fuels may not be available outside the Do not use any fuels containing more than 10 per- continental U.S. and Canada. Therefore, we Fuel tank venting cent ethanol by volume.
  • Page 218: Emission Control System

    Do not alter or remove any device, such as Do not endanger your life by attempting to put Your Porsche is equipped with such a system. heat shields, switches, ignition wires, valves, out the fire.
  • Page 219: 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 220: Washer Fluid

    – Suitable for plastic headlight lenses. We recommend window cleaner concentrates If less than 0.53 quarts (0.5 liter) remains, a approved by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche warning message appears on the on-board dealer will be pleased to advise you. computer.
  • Page 221: Power Steering

    CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE” When the engine is stopped (e.g. when being on Page 204. towed) or the hydraulic system fails, there is f Only use hydraulic fluid authorized by Porsche. no assistance for steering. Specification: Therefore, substantially more force will have to be exerted in order to steer.
  • Page 222: Air Filter

    We recommend that you have the fluids/oils changed at your Porsche dealer, who has the re- A dirty filter can be the cause of reduced air flow: quired lubricants and the necessary filling equip- f Have filter replaced by your authorized ment.
  • Page 223: Wiper Blades

    Replace the wiper blades twice per year (be- shield. These wax residues can be removed fore and after the cold season) or whenever Porsche dealer to replace the wiper blades. only by using window cleaner concentrate. wiper performance deteriorates.
  • Page 224: Car Care Instructions

    Moisture and road salt on brakes may affect brak- cm). A Porsche that is well-cared for can look like new ing efficiency. f Never use high-pressure cleaning units or for years. It all depends on the amount of care the f Test the brakes after each vehicle washing.
  • Page 225 When washing by hand, use abundant water, a by design features (e.g. brushes) of automatic car door sills. soft sponge or wash brush, and Porsche car washes. Note shampoo.
  • Page 226 If there is leakage in the convertible-top cover Convertible top Cleaning f Never remove snow and ice using a sharp or at its seams or folds, the special Porsche convertible-top care product can be used. Caution! edged object. f Please note the information on the container.
  • Page 227 Do not point the cleaning jet directly at the al- Polishing – preserve it regularly, ternator, or cover the alternator. Do not resort to using Porsche polish until it be- – polish it if necessary, comes evident that the normal preservatives no Effective rust-proofing is particularly important longer produce the desired finish.
  • Page 228 Your authorized Porsche dealer is familiar with the wiper performance deteriorates or the blades f Clean all windows regularly, inside and outside, bodyseal treatment procedures and has the nec- are damaged.
  • Page 229 Please see the chapter “WASHING” on plastic parts and surfaces. We recommend Porsche cleaner for alloy rims. Page 223. Use a soft sponge or a soft, lint-free cloth. f If possible, wash the wheels every two weeks with a sponge or washing brush.
  • Page 230 The leather will be damaged by the use of covers of the steering wheel, passenger side Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you unsuitable cleaning and care agents and by instrument panel, the front seats and the door nonskid floor-mats of the correct size.
  • Page 231 Climate control The air conditioning system should be in good f Do not use a leather care product to clean If you intend to store your Porsche for a prolonged working condition and fully charged. Alcantara. period, please consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
  • Page 232 Maintenance, Car Care...
  • Page 233: Practical Tips, Emergency Service

    Practical Tips, Emergency Service Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your Vehicle ......... 232 Tires/Wheels ..........233 Loading Information........243 Wheel Bolts ..........245 Changing a wheel ........246 Wheels with Central Locking....... 248 Flat Tire............ 255 Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform, Garage Lift or Jack........
  • Page 234: Exercise Extreme Caution When Working On Your Vehicle

    Your Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig- ventilated area. f Some countries require additional tools and Never start or let the engine run in an en- nition system.
  • Page 235: Tires/Wheels

    Only tires with the same make and with the turbance, have your vehicle towed to the near- same specification code (e.g. “N0”, “N1”...) est Porsche or tire dealer to have your vehicle can be mounted. or tire(s) inspected. – The use of wheel rims and wheel bolts that do...
  • Page 236 Do not use commercially available sealant or surfaces of asphalt and concrete. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive A tire marked C may have poor traction perform- tire inflating bottles. Only use Porsche loading, either separately or in combination, can ance. approved tire sealant.
  • Page 237 f Never let air out of hot tires. Each tire, should be checked every 2 weeks when cold (68 °F/20 °C) and inflated to the inflation This could cause the tire pressure to fall below pressure recommended in this Owner's Manual or the prescribed value.
  • Page 238 These values are for cold tires (68 °F/20 °C). performance sedan. The original equipment tires on your Porsche have E Tire size for the rear axle Therefore, it is important to check your tire built-in tire wear indicators.
  • Page 239 30%. f Check wheel rims for corrosion. Porsche dealer. Handling inconsistencies may result. f Remove road salt, if driving in winter. f Perform a visual inspection if necessary. Practical Tips, Emergency Service...
  • Page 240 If you do not use a Porsche recommended f Please adjust your driving style accordingly. later. Such damage can result in accidents at...
  • Page 241 The age of the tire can be obtained from the “DOT” code number. If, for example, the last four num- Unbalanced wheels may affect car handling and f Check this with your authorized Porsche bers read 1209, then the tire was produced in the tire life.
  • Page 242 Before mounting snow tires, consult with Danger! Snow chains your Porsche dealer. He has the technical Risk of accident and serious personal injury information necessary to advise you on Caution! or death due to excessive speed. wheel and tire compatibility.
  • Page 243 B TIN (Tire Identification Number) Example: DOT xx xx xxxx xxxx – DOT The DOT symbol indicates that the tires com- ply with the requirements of the US Depart- ment of Transportation and provides informa- tion about: – first two-digit code means manufacturer’s iden- tification mark.
  • Page 244 E Maximum Load rating Tip on driving Tires with a maximum speed rating that is lower The maximum load in kilograms and pounds can than the specified maximum vehicle speed may be be carried by the tire. If you replace tires always mounted only if they bear an M+S identification on use a tire that has the same maximum load rating as the factory installed tire.
  • Page 245: Loading Information

    Loading Information The Gross Combined Weight Rating is the Danger! maximum total weight rating of vehicle, passen- Risk of loss of control, damage to the vehicle gers and cargo. Definitions and serious personal injury or death. The Vehicle Capacity Weight - Load Limit - is f Never exceed the specified axle loads.
  • Page 246 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and Example for determining the combined weight of Determining the combined weight of passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX occupants and cargo occupants and cargo: pounds. f Add the weight of all occupants and then add 4.
  • Page 247: Wheel Bolts

    The wrench socket for the wheel securing bolts is f Replace damaged wheel bolts. in the tool box. Only use the Original Porsche wheel bolts spe- cially designed for this vehicle type. To loosen or tighten the wheel bolt with anti-theft...
  • Page 248: Changing A Wheel

    Please see the chapter “LIFTING THE VEHICLE Note WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM, GARAGE LIFT OR Screw in assembly aid for vehicles without Porsche JACK” on Page 258. The tools required for changing a wheel (e.g. jack, Ceramic Composite Brake wheel bolt wrench, assembly aids) are not sup- 7.
  • Page 249: Checking Tire Pressure With A Pressure Gage

    COLD TIRES (68 °F / 20 °C)” on Page 292. f Please see the chapter “TPM TIRE PRESSURE Screw in two assembly aids for vehicles with Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake 4. Remove the pressure gage.
  • Page 250: Wheels With Central Locking

    Replace damaged central bolts. inserted into the wheel hub with spring-mounted locking bolt. Only use the genuine Porsche central bolts allocated specifically to this vehicle model. f The conical surface and trapezoidal thread on the central bolt must be free of any contamination.
  • Page 251 Your authorized 2. Carefully secure the car against rolling away Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you. in both directions, e.g. by placing wedges under the wheels on the opposite side.
  • Page 252 f The central bolt must always be opened using A very high torque is required to loosen the Caution! the original tool (stored in the luggage central bolt. Risk of damage due to scratches. compartment). f Turn in the correct direction! f Be careful when removing the wheel-hub cap.
  • Page 253 There must be no scratches or cracks on Risk of damage to brake discs or brake discs the cone area, trapezoidal thread or inner of the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake teeth of the bolt. (PCCB). f The lock must not be removed from the wheel f Make sure not to tilt the wheel when fitting.
  • Page 254 9. Insert the central bolt into the socket (until it engages), fit the central bolt at right angles to the wheel hub and screw it on without tilting. 10.Tighten the central bolt once to at least 370 ftlb. (500 Nm) using a suitable torque wrench and then loosen again slightly (by approx.
  • Page 255 Using wheel cleaning agents: Wheel cleaning agents can bleach the anodised surface of the central bolt. f Only use wheel cleaning agents approved by Porsche and use these sparingly and in accordance with instructions for use. Emergency procedure for securing central bolt...
  • Page 256 Only use wheel cleaning agents approved by Porsche and use these sparingly and in 5. Fit the wheel-hub cap in the central bolt so that accordance with instructions for use. the position finger is in the groove. Then press the cap into position.
  • Page 257: Flat Tire

    Please observe the safety and operating in- structions on the special sealant bottle with a special Porsche part number and on the com- pressor – these are essential. Practical Tips, Emergency Service...
  • Page 258 Warning! The tire sealant and a compressor with pressure tester can be found in the luggage compartment. The sealant is highly flammable and harmful The tire sealant comprises: to health. f Fire, naked flame and smoking are prohibited – A filler bottle when handling tire sealant.
  • Page 259 5.Screw filler hose B onto the filler bottle. 16.Please consult your authorized Porsche The filler bottle is now open. dealer. f Please also make sure to follow the separate 6.Unscrew valve cap from tire valve F. instructions for use for the tire sealant.
  • Page 260: Lifting The Vehicle With A Lifting Platform, Garage Lift Or Jack

    Platform lift Before the car is driven on to a lifting platform, it must be ensured that there is enough space be- tween the lifting platform and the vehicle. Garage lift A garage lift must be used only at the illustrated jacking points.
  • Page 261: 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 Only use accessories authorized by Porsche. Warning! Risk of short circuit and fire, resulting in serious personal injury or death.
  • Page 262 Alarm system, central locking Load switch-off after 2 hours or 7 days The status of the central locking and alarm system If the ignition key is removed, loads which are is not changed by disconnecting the battery. switched on or are in standby mode (such as the When the battery is disconnected, the alarm luggage compartment light, interior light) are automatically switched off after approx.
  • Page 263 4. Replace only with fuses of the same rating. We recommend using genuine Porsche fuses for replacement. Note f If a fuse blows repeatedly consult an author- ized Porsche dealer. f Never try to “repair” fuses: you may cause se- rious damage to other parts of the electrical system.
  • Page 264 Emergency unlocking of the luggage compartment lid If the battery is discharged, the luggage compart- ment lid can be opened only with the aid of a donor battery. Note The engine cannot be started with this method. f Please see the chapter “EMERGENCY STARTING WITH JUMPER CABLES”...
  • Page 265: Battery

    Avoid frequent operation of the convertible top f Disconnect the negative terminal on the bat- ly with soap and water. and operation of the Porsche Communication tery during all work on the electrical system. Risk of explosion as a result of static charge,...
  • Page 266 We recommend that the battery voltage be tested by your authorized Porsche dealer who has the ap- Reconnect the leads in reverse order. propriate equipment. 2. Before charging, cold batteries must be If the car is not driven for prolonged periods, the warmed up indoors.
  • Page 267 PSM light lights up on the instrument winter months, e.g. by the heated rear window, panel and a message appears on the on-board f Only use an original Porsche battery, with the more frequent use of additional lights, the fans computer to indicate a fault.
  • Page 268 Removing the battery The required tool is in the tool kit. The battery is located in the luggage compart- ment under a black plastic lid. Warning! Risk of damage to alternator and electronic control units. f Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is running.
  • Page 269 Installing the battery 1. Put battery in and push it all the way to the stop. 2. Screw in fastening screw B. Danger! Risk of short circuit and explosion, resulting in serious personal injury or death. f Important: connect the positive (+) cable first, and then the negative (–) ground wire.
  • Page 270: Replacing The Remote-Control Battery

    3. Replace the cover and press together firmly. Please observe the disposal instructions for batteries. Note f Please dispose batteries in compliance with any and all government regulations. Replacing the remote-control battery The battery should be changed when the range of the radio remote control becomes smaller or when the light-emitting diode no longer flashes when the remote control is operated.
  • Page 271: Emergency Starting With Jumper Cables

    Emergency Starting with Jumper Warning! Danger of caustic burns from escaping acid. f Do not lean over the battery. Cables Risk of short circuit, damage and explosion, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Danger of gas explosion. If the battery is discharged, e.g. in winter or after f Use only jumper cables of adequate diameter f Improper use of booster battery to start a the car has been parked for a long time, the bat-...
  • Page 272 Connect jumper cables in the following 4. Start the engine. sequence: An attempted start using jumper cables should not last more than 15 seconds. Then allow a Always observe the sequence below: waiting period of at least one minute. f Note 1.
  • Page 273: Bulb Chart

    Bulb chart Lights, Replacing Bulbs Type, rating Warning! Low beam Philips, D2S 35W Risk of short circuit. f Always switch off the relevant consumer when Additional high beam without cornering light H11 LL, 55W changing bulbs. Additional high beam with cornering light H7 LL, 55 W Risk of serious personal injury or death.
  • Page 274: Headlights

    Headlights Caution! Risk of damage to headlights due to exces- sive temperatures and abrasion. f To ensure optimum ventilation, do not cover the gap between headlight and body (e.g. “stone guards” or films). f Use soapy water only to clean light lenses and plastic headlight lenses.
  • Page 275 Installing 1. Insert headlight into the guide rails and push fully into the fender. 2. Push headlight to the rear and at the same time turn the socket wrench until it points horizontally to the rear C. The headlight locking device must perceptibly and audibly engage.
  • Page 276 2. Disengage both fixing loops A. Changing bulb for low beam and high beam (without cornering light) 3. Replace defective bulb B. 1. Turn the plug counter-clockwise (bayonet lock) When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly. and pull it off. 4.
  • Page 277 Closing lid of headlight housing 1. Push on lid until it perceptibly engages. 2. Fasten lid with the 4 screws. 2. Pull both plug release tabs apart. Changing bulb for additional high beam (without cornering light) Pull plug out of the bulb holder. 1.
  • Page 278 2. Turn the plug counter-clockwise and pull it off. 3. Disengage both fixing clips. Changing bulb for low beam and high beam (with cornering light) 4. Replace defective bulb. 1. Undo the 3 screws on the control unit and When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly. remove the control unit.
  • Page 279 2. Pull off plug. 3. Disengage fixing clip. Changing bulb for additional high beam (with cornering light) 4. Replace defective bulb. 1. Turn cover counter-clockwise and take off. 5. Engage fixing clip, insert plug and close housing cover. Practical Tips, Emergency Service...
  • Page 280 Changing bulb for parking light 3. Turn holder towards the left and pull it out to the rear. 1. Undo fastening screw. 4. Pull out and replace defective bulb. 2. Slide light housing slightly to outside of vehicle 5. Push holder back in and turn towards the right. and then remove to the front.
  • Page 281 Changing bulb for side marker light 3. Swivel out the indicator light and undo bulb holder (bayonet lock). 1. Remove the cap in the wheel housing liner with 4. Remove the bulb from the holder and replace a screwdriver. it. Insert holder. 2.
  • Page 282: Number Plate Light

    – Daytime driving lights, – Tail lights and – Additional brake lights f Have the defective light replaced at an autho- rized Porsche dealer. Number Plate Light Changing bulb 1. Unscrew both screws A and take off the light lens.
  • Page 283: Adjusting Headlights

    Adjusting Headlights For checking the headlight adjustment, the verti- Lateral adjustment of the headlights should be cal position of the cutoff of the lowbeam (see fig.) carried out at a specialist workshop with an optical f Please see the chapter “LIGHTS, REPLACING has to be projected on a vertical screen (wall) in adjustment unit.
  • Page 284 Floor The surface upon which the vehicle rests is flat and approximately level. 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 285: Towing

    In addition, damage to your vehicle may result from improper procedures. Caution! Consult your authorized Porsche dealer for de- Risk of damage to the vehicle. tails. f Use the towing hook only for an emergency to remove the vehicle off the road. The towing...
  • Page 286 Fitting towing hook Removing towing hook When fitting on the rear of the vehicle, the license 1. Unscrew the towing hook A. plate must be removed. 2. Insert plastic cover at the lower edge of the 1. Press the lower edge of the appropriate opening.
  • Page 287 4. Carefully feed towing straps through the open- ing in the front wheels. Make sure metal parts of straps do not dam- age rim. Make sure the strap is flat over the rim bead. Make sure brake backing plate is not dam- aged.
  • Page 288 Practical Tips, Emergency Service...
  • Page 289: Vehicle Identification, Technical Data

    Vehicle Identification, Technical Data Vehicle Identification ........288 Technical Data .......... 290 Vehicle Identification, Technical Data...
  • Page 290: Vehicle Identification

    The safety compliance sticker is your assurance 3. Engine code/Transmission code the vehicle identification number of your car is lo- that your new Porsche complies with all applicable cated at the bottom left of the windshield frame Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards which 4.
  • Page 291 Tire pressure plate The tire pressure plate is attached to the left-hand door aperture. Vehicle Identification, Technical Data...
  • Page 292: Technical Data

    Technical Data Engine data Type MA 170 Horizontally opposed engine, liquid cooled Number of cylinders Bore 4.016 in./102 mm Stroke 3.051 in./77.5 mm Cubic capacity 231.9 cu. in./3800 cm Net-horsepower 500 hp/368 kW at crankshaft speed 6000 rpm Net torque 480 ft.
  • Page 293 Snow chain clearance can be guaranteed only on the tire + rim combination marked*. Tire and rim sizes Extensive tests are performed before specific tires and wheels are approved by Porsche. Your Porsche dealer has informa- tion about approved tires and wheels and is happy to assist you.
  • Page 294 Capacities Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will gladly 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 with oil filter approx. 7.9 quarts / 7.5 liters Please see the chapter “ENGINE OIL”...
  • Page 295 Maximum axle load, rear* 2689.6 lbs./1220 kg 2733.7 lbs./1240 kg The maximum gross weight must not be exceeded. Note: If additional accessories are installed, the useful load will be correspondingly less. Use only Original Porsche Roof Transport System. Technical Data...
  • Page 296 Driving Performance At DIN empty weight and half load, without performance-inhibiting extra equipment Manual transmission Porsche Doppelkupplung Coupé Top track speed 194 mph (312 km/h) 194 mph (312 km/h) Acceleration 0 - 60 mph 3.5 seconds 3.4 seconds Acceleration 0 - 60 mph with Sport 3.4 seconds...
  • Page 297 Pads ........... 10 Alcantara, cleaning ........229 Removing ...........266 Parking brake........57 Antenna ..........101, 223 Replacing ...........265 Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake Antifreeze ..........205 Warning light........126 (PCCB) ..........4 Antifreeze in coolant ........205 Winter operation........265 Roller brake tester......60, 63 Antilock brake system (ABS) ......
  • Page 298 Clothes hook ..........93 Clutch ..........62, 170 Cabriolet ............ 183 Data bank...........288 Clutch pedal ..........62 Capacities ..........292 Daytime driving lights ........82 Combination filter........220 Car care ............ 222 Changing bulbs ........280 Comfort seat ..........31 Car telephone..........101 On-board computer ......157 Coming home mode........83 Car washes ..........
  • Page 299 Emergency operation Recommendation ........208 Fuses, replacing......... 261 Central locking........20 Topping off .........207 Convertible top ........185 Viscosity..........209 Ignition key ........... 78 Exhaust Garage Lids ........... 262 Pipes .............5 Door opener ........104 Lifting/Sliding roof ......181 Tailpipes, stainless steel ......227 Lift ............
  • Page 300 Horn ..........12, 19, 21 Lids .............96 Maximum permitted engine speeds ....10 Hot exhaust pipes ........... 5 Emergency unlocking ......262 Manual transmission ......170 Lifting vehicle ..........258 Mirror Lifting/sliding roof........180 Folding in..........27 Light Heating ........29, 112 Ignition key........... 76 Daytime driving ........82 Mirrors ...........27, 75 Emergency operation ......
  • Page 301 Transmission fluid .......220 Race circuit ........... 3 Operating voice control ....... 128 Warning messages......178 Radiator fan ......... 80, 206 Operating your Porsche in other Countries..212 Pen holder............94 Radio reception..........99 Orientation light ..........73 Plastic parts ..........227 Rain sensor ........... 85, 87 Outside temperatur indicator .......
  • Page 302 Roof Transport System ....... 202, 293 Drive-Off Assistant.......171 Starting engine ..........79 Running in ............ 10 Manual transmission......170 Steam cleaners...........222 Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ....172 Steering column Side light, front ...........280 Locking ..........77 Side marker light ........82, 279 Steering lock ..........76 Safety belts..........41 Side vents ..........111...
  • Page 303 Fluid...........220 Wear..........236 Voice control, button ........128 Manual transmission......170 Tire filling compressor ........97 Voice control, PCM........128 Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ..170, 172 Tire pressure Trip Odometer ..........119 Compressor ......... 97 Trunk entrapment .........98 Tire pressure monitoring Warning lights and messages...... 160 Turn signal Warning light ........
  • Page 304 Wheel .......... 10, 233, 291 Windshield wipers .........85, 221 Alignment ........... 239 Replacing ...........221 Balancing ........... 239 Windstop............192 Bolts..........245 Installing..........192 Care ..........233 Removing ...........195 Central bolts........248 Winter operation Changing........249, 255 Battery ..........265 Checking pressure ......247 Coolant ..........205 Inscription ..........

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