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Your Porsche is intended to be used in a safe man- immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Porsche and its performance characteristics. Al-...
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5045 Orbitor Drive f Do not misuse your Porsche. Use it safely, and Throughout this booklet, left is designated as the Building #8, Suite 200 driver’s side of the vehicle, and right as the pas-...
Porsche therefore recommends the use of these fuels in your vehicle. Porsche also recognizes that these fuels may not always be available. Be assured that your vehicle will operate properly on unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON (90 CLC or AKI), since the engine’s “Electronic Oktane™...
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36 psi (2.5 bar) f Please observe the chapter “TPC TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING” on Page 103. These tire pressures are valid only for Porsche approved tires. For replacement tires it is imperative that you consult the Technical Data and Tires, Wheels...
Porsche and the Environment California Proposition 65 Warning Production Whether in production or repair, Porsche always Warning! Environmental guidelines relies on environmentally friendly technology. Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and cer- An example of this is the water-based paint used...
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Environmentally friendly vehicles Recycling – for a Porsche, this is virtually Emission control is built in an academic question Modern environmental technology ensures compli- Innovative engine technology combines high engi- ance with all emission laws applicable worldwide. More than two-thirds of all Porsches ever built are ne performance and environmental compatibility.
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Carry out any complicated operating or setting The values communicated by Porsche are based not moving. procedures only with the vehicle stationary.
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Controls, Instruments 11 – 160 Shifting Gear 161 – 168 Mobile Roofs 169 – 182 Maintenance, Car Care 183 – 218 Practical Tips, Emergency Service 219 – 275 Vehicle Identification, Technical Data 277 – 291 Index 292 – 296...
A lot has gone into the manufacture of your that restraints are properly adjusted. Check the following items first Porsche, including advanced engineering, rigid f Check all exterior and interior lights for opera- quality control and demanding inspections. f Turn the engine off before you attempt any tion and that the lenses are clean.
f When parked, always set the parking brake. In the driver’s seat... On the road... Move the Tiptronic selector lever to ”P“ or the f Check operation of the horn. f Never drive after you have consumed alcohol gearshift lever to reverse or first gear. or drugs.
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.
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8 For vehicles with Tiptronic: Toggle switches for Tiptronic 9 Horn 10 Emergency flasher switch, central locking switch 11 Switches for rear spoiler, Porsche Activ Suspension Management (PASM), Sport mode, Porsche Stability Management (PSM) 12 Cupholder 13 Switch for seat memory...
A steering wheel lock and a gong alarm are stan- car is rolling to a stop. You will not be able to f Close convertible top dard equipment in your Porsche. steer the car. (with the convertible top open, the passenger The gong alarm will sound if you open the driver’s...
The key codes of new keys have to be “reported” f Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock. them except under exceptional circumstances. to the car control unit by your authorized Porsche f To avoid battery run-down, always remove the dealer.
Note 4 - Light-emitting diode Leave the door closed in order to prevent the B - Spare key Your authorized Porsche dealer can program alarm system from being triggered. further types of unlocking. Key with Radio Remote Control 2. Press button 1 on the remote control.
– Locking – double flash. Warning! Any changes or modifications not expressly appro- Overload protection ved by Porsche could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. If the central locking system is operated more than ten times within a minute, further operation is f Please observe the chapter “LOAD SWITCH-...
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Automatic door locking the inside door handle twice. On vehicles with the Sport Chrono package Plus, Your authorized Porsche dealer can program di- the PCM can be used to activate automatic door verse types of automatic door locking in the cont- locking.
Warning! Note Any changes or modifications not expressly appro- On vehicles with the Sport Chrono package plus, ved by Porsche could void the user’s authority to the PCM can be used to activate automatic door operate this equipment. locking. f Please observe the chapter “Individual Memo- f Please observe the chapter “LOAD SWITCH-...
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If the door is not opened within approx. The fault should be remedied immediately at an switched off. 20 seconds, automatic relocking takes place. authorized Porsche dealer. The alarm system will be triggered by the next Unlocking the door with the inner door unlocking of the door:...
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Indication by emergency flasher and Locking alarm horn f Press the rocker-switch. Indicator light lights up if ignition is on. If the remote control is used for unlocking or lo- cking, a response is provided by the emergency Unlocking flasher: f Press the rocker-switch.
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Automatically locked doors can be unlocked with A double horn signal during locking indicates a Your authorized Porsche dealer can program di- the central locking button or opened by pulling on verse types of automatic door locking in the cont- defect in the central locking or alarm system.
Door storage tray Opening storage tray f Open the cover. Always keep the door storage tray C closed, so that the side airbag is not obstructed in the event of an accident. 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,...
When the doors are unlocked, the alarm system Any changes or modifications not expressly appro- and passenger compartment monitoring system ved by Porsche could void the user’s authority to are switched off and the light-emitting diode goes operate this equipment.
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If a person or animal remains in the car while it is f Have the defect remedied at an authorized – Front and rear lids locked, the passenger compartment monitoring Porsche dealer. – Convertible-top lock system must be switched off. f Quickly lock car twice.
Power Windows Opening/closing windows The two rocker switches in the driver’s door and Warning! the switch in the passenger’s door have a two- stage function. Risk of an accident. f Do not put anything on or near the windows Opening window with the rocker switch that may interfere with the driver’s vision.
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Closing door windows Anti-crushing protection Automatic window lowering f Press rocker switch A until the door window f Please observe the chapter “DOORS” on Page If the door window is blocked during closing, it will has reached the desired position. stop and open again by about an inch.
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.
Adjusting Automatically swivelling down mirror on the passenger’s side 1. Switch on ignition. f Please observe the chapter “SEAT MEMORY” 2. By turning the control switch A, select the driv- on Page 36. er’s side or the passenger’s side. f Please observe the chapter “PARKING ASSIS- 3.
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Folding in door mirrors Warning! Danger of injury to fingers if the mirror accidentally flips back when being folded in. f Exercise extreme caution when folding in mirror by hand. Do not let go of the mirror before the locking lever is locked or the mirror is fully unfolded.
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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. Heated rear window/ Door mirror heating The heated rear window/door mirror heater is rea-...
Seat Adjustment 2. Rest your outstretched arm on the steering wheel. Set the backrest angle and the steering-wheel Warning! position so that your wrist rests on the outer The seat may move unexpectedly if you rim of the steering wheel. At the same time, attempt to adjust while driving.
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E Lumbar support (pelvis and spinal column support) To permit a relaxed sitting posture, the backrest curvature is continuously adjustable in vertical and horizontal directions for individual pelvis and spinal column support. f Press the switch in the direction indicated by the arrow until the desired backrest curvature is reached.
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.
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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.
Switching on High heating power f Press button. Both light-emitting diodes in the button light up. Low heating power f Press the rocker-switch symbol again. One light-emitting diode in the button lights up. Switching off f Press button. Light-emitting diodes go out. A - Seat heating, left B - Seat heating, right Heated Seats...
Adjusting steering wheel height and longitudinal direction 1. Push the locking lever downwards. 2. Adjust steering wheel to fit the chosen back- rest angle and your seat position by moving the steering wheel up or down and longitudinal- 3. Swivel locking lever back until you feel it enga- If necessary, move the steering wheel slightly up or down and longitudinally.
Depending on the equipment in your vehicle, you Press Back button can use the function keys of the multi-functional steering wheel to operate the following Porsche Readiness for operation of multi- To move back in the PCM menu. communication systems: functional steering wheel –...
Vanity mirror The vanity mirror on the rear of the sun visor is co- vered by a lid. Warning! Risk of injury or risk of damage to mirror lid and convertible top. f Keep the lid closed while driving and when clo- sing the convertible top.
Pregnant women should position the belt as f If the belts show damage to webbing, bindings, tem only by an authorized Porsche dealer. low as possible across the pelvis. Make sure it buckles or retractors, they should be replaced Smoke is released when the belt tensioners are is not pressing against the abdomen.
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Fastening the safety belt Safety Belt Warning System f Assume a comfortable sitting position. An audio-visual warning system is interconnec- The shoulder belt should always rest on your ted with the driver’s safety belt. upper body. The shoulder belt should never be Every time the ignition is turned on, the gong will worn behind your back or under your arm.
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Airbag Systems The front airbags are located under the padded Danger! steering wheel panel on the driver’s side and, on To provide optimal occupant protection, air- The airbags in combination with the safety belts the passenger's side, in the dashboard. bags must inflate at very high speed.
Only have seats removed and installed by an instructions must be followed. These instructions can be obtained at any authorized Porsche dealer. to the steering wheel or in the area of the pas- authorized Porsche dealer so that weight sens- senger airbag, side airbags and head airbags.
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Function of the airbag system Advanced Airbag Your vehicle is equipped with a weight sensing sys- The front airbags are triggered during a frontal col- tem for the passenger's seat in accordance with lision of sufficient force and direction. U.S. Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan- In the event of a side impact of corresponding dard 208.
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f Correct the seat adjustment. Seat adjustment for the passenger's seat f Please observe the chapter “WARNINGS ON If the seat is in an extreme position (e.g., the back- rest is in contact with the engine compartment THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE ON- wall), the backrest can warp.
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Automatic deactivation of the passenger’s The condition of the passenger airbag system is airbags shown by the indicator lamp A. If in doubt: Danger! f Please observe the chapter “PASSENGER AIR- The use of a child restraint system in the BAG OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT passenger seat can result in serious UP”...
Important information also not light up, even though the passenger's airbag is switched off. Warning light and warning If you sell your Porsche, notify the purchaser that message the vehicle is equipped with airbags, and refer Danger! 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).
Have the fault remedied immediately. If in doubt about the status of the airbag, you can Danger! Please see your authorized Porsche dealer. switch off the passenger’s airbag on the key Risk of serious personal injury or death for switch.
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The key switch for switching off the passenger’s – Your authorized Porsche dealer will be glad to The use of infant or child restraints is required by airbag and the LATCH attachment bracket are not advise you about the installation possibility for law in all 50 states of the U.S.
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Direction of installation for child restraint Children aged between 6 and 12 years systems Children of this age are held in child restraint systems facing forward. Children up to 9 months old f The passenger’s airbag must be deactivated Children of this age must be transported in a when these systems are used on the restraint system which is installed on the passenger’s seat.
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To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- Small adult passengers Risk of serious personal injury or death due bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- to the passenger airbag triggering uninten- mends: Make sure that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indi- tionally.
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Seek appropriate advice from your authorized f After fastening the child restraint system, do Porsche dealer about the possible installation not adjust the seat. of a Porsche child restraint system. f Check the condition of the passenger airbag system shown by the indicator lamp A in the central console.
LATCH attachment bracket are not installed at the factory. They can be retrofitted. 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).
Secure the floor mat to prevent it from sliding into positions that could interfere with the safe operation of your vehicle. Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you nonskid floor mats of the correct size. To avoid damage to the clutch and transmis-...
Setting the parking brake Parking brake warning light USA f Pull the lever all the way up (see 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 parking brake warning lights will go out after slightly raised.
Brake system function Brake warning light USA f Make it a habit to check the operation of your Your Porsche is equipped with a power assisted Brake warning light brakes before driving. hydraulic dual circuit brake system with disc bra- Canada kes at the front and rear.
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This could cause the brakes to get hot and not Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you function properly. floor mats of the correct size including a secu- ring possibility.
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Do not continue to operate the vehicle. pensated for by pressing the brake pedal harder. Warning! Have your authorized Porsche dealer inspect This also applies whenever the brake pads and or replace the brake pads. brake discs are replaced.
ABS Brake System With the ABS system in your vehicle, the fol- Warning! lowing areas are enhanced: (Antilock Brake System) The increased control that is provided should Steering, vehicle remains steerable under all bra- not induce you to take greater risks with your The ABS system represents a major contribution king forces when ABS is engaged.
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The ABS system should, however, be examined at The proper operation of ABS is perceived by the an authorized Porsche dealer immediately to pre- driver as a pulsating brake pedal in conjunction vent the occurrence of further faults.
Sport Mode A sportier car set-up is obtained when Sport mode is switched on. Interventions by the Porsche control systems are intentionally shifted towards greater agility and driving performance. – PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Manage- ment) is automatically changed to Sport mode, resulting in a stiffer suspension setup.
Porsche Stability Management Readiness for operation The events below inform the driver of PSM control operations and warn him to adapt his driving style (PSM) PSM is switched on automatically every time you to the road conditions: start the engine.
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Examples of PSM control operations The following functions stabilise the vehicle in emergency situations, even with PSM switched – If the “front wheels of the vehicle drift” on a off: bend, the rear wheel on the inside of the bend is braked and the engine power is reduced if –...
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Please go to a qualified specialist workshop. PSM interventions are later than in Normal mode; We recommend a Porsche partner for this the vehicle can be manoeuvred with greater agility work as they have trained workshop personnel at its performance limits, without the need to and the necessary parts and tools.
Porsche Active Suspension Switching off PASM Sport mode Management (PASM) Press PASM button in the center console. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out and PASM makes two running-gear setups available to the on-board computer displays a message for a the driver: “Normal”...
(120 km/h) and retracts at approx. 50 mph at more than 75 mph (120 km/h). Porsche dealer. (80 km/h). Risk of injury during manual retraction or ex- If automatic control fails, the warning light lights...
Fixed rear spoiler Caution! Risk of damage to rear spoiler. f Please consult the operator before using auto- matic car washes. f Do not push the vehicle by the spoiler. Manual control When the ignition is on, the spoiler can be extended and retracted manually using the button.
Parking Aids Caution! To avoid damaging the sensors: Parking Assistant (ParkAssistant) f Maintain sufficient distance when cleaning with steam-jet units. When the driver backs up, the parking assistant system indicates the distance between the car Signal tones/function and a large obstacle behind it, by means of signal tones.
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This indicates a general system fault. Please on Page 36. have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. – When reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on the passenger’s side swivels down slightly to show the curb area.
15 Control panel for heating, ventilation and air 5 Horn conditioning system 6 Windshield wiper/washer lever 16 Buttons for rear spoiler, 7 Porsche Communication Management/Radio Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), 8 Interior temperature sensor, GPS antenna Sport Mode, 9 Emergency flasher switch...
Before starting the engine Switch position 1 f Apply the footbrake. Ignition on f Turn ignition key to position 1. f Manual transmission: Ignition is switched on. Move the gearshift lever into neutral. The clutch pedal must be depressed fully Note on operation before the starter will engage.
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Switch position 2 Locking the steering column Automatic unlocking The steering column is automatically unlocked Start engine Automatic locking when the ignition key is inserted into the ignition f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2. The steering column is automatically locked when lock.
Starting Procedures Starting the engine Danger! Engine exhaust fumes have many compon- f Please observe the chapter “IMMOBILIZER” on f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2. ents which you can smell. They also contain Page 17. f As soon as the engine starts, release the igni- carbon monoxide (CO), which is a colorless f Please observe the chapter “EMISSION CONT- tion key.
Do not stop engine immediately after hard or the car. f To check this, drive your Porsche close to the extended driving. The engine-compartment blower is mounted in the Keep engine running at increased idle for garage door.
2 Tire pressure warning light 17 Porsche Stability Management out at an authorized Porsche dealer. Multifunctional PSM light 3 Turn signal indicator light left/right This information can help to warn you about situa- 18 Brake warning light tions which may be hazardous to you or your car.
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2 Tire pressure warning light 17 Porsche Stability Management out at an authorized Porsche dealer. Multifunctional PSM light 3 Turn signal indicator light left/right This information can help to warn you about situa- 18 Brake warning light tions which may be hazardous to you or your car.
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. Dimming instrument illumination f Turn adjustment button A in the appropriate di- Warning! rection and hold it until the desired brightness...
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 observe the chapter “SET BASIC SET- TING ON ON-BOARD COMPUTER” on Page 113. After exceeding 6,213 miles or 9,999 kilometers, the counter returns to “0”.
Speedometer Changing over between Miles / Kilometers The digital speedometer is integrated in the on- board computer. The units of the distance and speed displays can The indication changes from mph to km/h when be changed in the “SET” menu of the on-board the units are changed from miles to kilometers.
Caution! Turn Signal Indicator Light To avoid severe engine damage. f Always observe the engine rpm before down- Flashes in synchronism with the turn signals. shifting to a lower gear, so you do not exceed Left arrow – left turn signals the maximum engine rpm.
Check coolant level. authorized Porsche dealer. If necessary, add coolant and have fault reme- Temperature gauge (ignition on) died at an authorized Porsche dealer. Engine compartment blower fan Please observe the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” USA: Display in °F on Page 186.
Please observe the chapter “EMERGENCY PROGRAM” on Page 168. f Have the fault repaired immediately at an Tiptronic authorized Porsche dealer. f Please observe the chapter “TIPTRONIC S” on Indicator for selector lever position and Page 163. engaged gear When the engine is running, the selector lever position and engaged gear are indicated.
There will then be no reserve warning. maining is impossible. 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 gauge lights up if less than approx.
Setting the time Leaving adjustment mode Automatically after one minute or: Warning! f Press adjustment button again. Risk of an accident and loss of control. When adjustment mode is deliberately left by f Do not reach through the steering-wheel pressing the button, the time begins precisely to spokes while driving.
Central warning light The central warning light on the instrument panel lights up if there are warning messages in the INFO menu. The messages can be called in the on-board computer INFO menu: f Please observe the chapter “INFO WARNING MESSAGES”...
Operating lever The on-board computer is operated with the lower left lever on the steering column. Selecting functions of the on-board computer f Push lever up 3 or down 4. Confirming selection (Enter) f Push the lever forward 1. Moving back one or several selection levels f Pull the lever back 2 once or several times or Select the arrow on the on-board computer display with the operating lever and push the...
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Functions and display possibilities 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: – Average speed (ø mph), – Average consumption (ø mpg), –...
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LIMIT Setting the speed Option 1: Acoustic warning signal for speed limit f Select LIMIT with the operating lever. Accepting current speed f Push operating lever forward. 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.
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Option 2: Presetting speed f Select “LIMIT active” with the operating lever: not active active f If “not active”, push the operating lever for- ward. 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 pressed up or down for a...
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f Push operating lever forward. INFO Warning messages Switching on selection field “D” f Push operating lever forward. Calling warning messages f Select INFO with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forwards or pull back- wards. The display returns to the Info menu. f Push operating lever forward.
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f Select a person to call and push the operating Note Telephone information lever forward. You can recall phone calls, e.g. calls that arrived The connection is established. during your absence, via the menu item “Missed Switching on selection field “D” calls”.
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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.
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f Push operating lever forward. f Push lever forward. Starting the timing f Push operating lever forward. The time runs on all stopwatch displays. The time is stopped in all stopwatch displays, The on-board computer display changes to the and the on-board computer display changes to The selection field is switched on.
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Continue timing Resetting the time After timing has been stopped, the on-board com- After timing has been stopped, the on-board com- puter display changes to the “Continue/Reset” se- puter display changes to the “Continue/Reset” se- lection. lection. f Select “Reset” with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forward.
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The interme- er intermediate time. 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). Controls, Instruments...
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f The on-board computer display returns to the In order to start timing a new lap: “Stop timing/Intermediate time” selection after The “New lap?” selection appears for 5 seconds a short period. after selection of “Intermediate time”. f You can stop the stopwatch or measure anoth- f Select “New lap?”...
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(e.g. the on-board computer. authorized Porsche dealer. The maximum per- flat tire due to abrupt external effects). The tire pressure monitoring offers the following mitted speed is 50 mph (80 km/h).
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Calling up the “Info pressure” display f Push operating lever forward in order to switch on the selection field. f Select “TPC” with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forward. The display changes to the Tire pressure menu. f Select “Info pressure” with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forward.
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f Select “Set” with the operating lever. Tire selection in the “Set” menu f Push operating lever forward in order to switch on the selection field. f Select “TPC” with the operating lever. Tire type info in Tire pressure menu f Push the operating lever forward.
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“Process complete” is displayed by the on-board computer. computer. f Consult a qualified specialist garage. We recommend that you use a Porsche partner for this work since these are staffed with trained personnel and have the necessary parts and tools.
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Tire pressure warnings The tire pressure monitoring warns about loss in pressure in two stages, depending on the amount of pressure loss: Stage 1 – Add air (3 to 6 psi (0.2 to 0.4 bar) loss in pressure) Stage 2 – Flat tire (from 6 psi (0.4 bar) loss in pressure) Stage 1 –...
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The wheel learning process takes place state of the wheel transmitters should be exclusively when the vehicle is being driven. checked at an authorized Porsche dealer. f Manually check the tire pressure at all wheels f Switch the ignition off when changing a wheel.
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No monitoring Warning light In the event of faults the tire pressure monitoring The warning light in the speedometer lights up: cannot monitor the tire pressure. The warning light on the instrument panel lights up – When a loss in pressure has been detected and a corresponding message appears on the –...
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Tire pressure specifications In accordance with physical principles, the air pressure changes as the temperature changes. The tire pressure increases or decreases by Information on tire pressure for public roads can be found in this Owner's Manual or on the tire-pres- around 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) for every 50°F (10°C) sure plate in the left door aperture.
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Oil return time Initiating oil level measurement Display and measurement of the engine f Switch ignition on (do not start the engine). Before the oil level is measured, the engine oil has oil level to have flowed back into the oil pan. The engine-oil level measurement display ap- The time taken for the engine oil to flow back de- pears in the on-board computer.
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Oil level measurement during refuelling The oil level measurement can also be initiated in the “OIL” menu: The oil level is automatically measured during re- fuelling. Switching on selection field “D” f Push operating lever forward. Preconditions 1. Ignition is switched off. Initiating measurement f Select “OIL”...
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f Push operating lever forward. Reset Basic setting on on-board computer – Reset all, Reset average consumption, Switching on selection field “D” Reset average speed, f Push operating lever forward. Reset trip counter Changing the basic setting of the on-board Units computer –...
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Navigation General information regarding the Average consumption and average speed on-board computer functions – Integrated in the BC The values displayed are based on the distance (Navigation instructions can be recalled on the travelled since the last reset to “zero”. Range on remaining fuel on-board computer display) You can set the starting time for a measurement...
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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.
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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: front side lights, direction indicator, high beam, fog lights, side indicator light, brake light, tail light, rear fog...
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Switch engine off and let it cool. ge warning light Check coolant level and, if necessary, add flashes coolant. Engine diagnostics – workshop Consult your authorized Porsche dealer. Reduced engine power Consult your authorized Porsche dealer. Temperature gau- Failure of Consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
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Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. ABS failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. PSM off Porsche Stability Management has been swit- ched off. PSM on Porsche Stability Management has been swit- ched on. PSM failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
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Airbag system fault Airbag is faulty. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Check passenger’s seat setting Weight sensing is impaired on the passenger's seat (Advanced Airbag). When the backrest is in contact with the engine compartment wall, the backrest can warp.
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System fault Several systems may have failed. Adjust your Go to workshop driving style. Reduce speed. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Failure of fuel level indicator Have the fault remedied at an authorized Workshop Porsche dealer.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.* Failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Convertible-top control Porsche dealer Convertible top not in limit position Fully open or close convertible top. Opening convertible top Message goes out in final position.
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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. Controls, Instrument...
Fog lights in addition to parking lights or Welcome Home Lighting low beam: Pull switch to first click. Switching on Indicator light on. The fog lights will go out automatically f Move light switch to the HOME position. when the high beams are switched on. For improved visibility and security when you get in and out of the car, the fog lights and the tail Rear fog light in addition to the fog...
Turn signals, low beam and high beam are ready Parking light for operation when the ignition is on. Porsche dealer. The parking light can only be switched on when 1 – Turn signal left the ignition is switched off.
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.
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Move wiper lever to position 0 and then to Wipe interval control Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer position 1 or for further information. On vehicles without a rain sensor, the wiping f Operate windshield washer system 5 or –...
Automatic Speed Control Hold and store speed f Bring the car to the desired speed with the The automatic speed control maintains any selected speed between 15 mph and 145 mph/ accelerator. 30 km/h and 240 km/h without you having to use f Then briefly push the operating lever forward the accelerator.
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Decelerating Interrupting automatic speed control Resuming the stored speed operation f Briefly push operating lever upwards Option 1 f Pull operating lever downwards briefly f Pull operating lever towards the steering wheel (position 4). (position 3) or The speed control accelerates/decelerates (position 2) until the desired speed is reached.
Setting temperature f Press button G upwards or downwards respectively. The selected temperature is shown on the display by a bar display. If a bar cannot be seen, the temperature is set to maximum cold. If all bars can be seen, the temperature is set to maximum warm.
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Defrost windshield ECO – switching the air-conditioning Air distribution compressor on and off f Press button B (switch on or off). The individual air distributions can be combined as The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. The air conditioning compressor switches off desired.
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This is normal and not a sign of leakage. – If uncooled air flows out when the lowest temperature has been set, switch off the air conditioning compressor and have the fault remedied. Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer for further information. Controls, Instruments...
A - Seat heating, left B - Defrosting the windshield C - Circulating-air button D - Temperature sensor E - ECO button (air-conditioning compressor off/on) F - Heated rear window/door mirror heating G - Seat heater, right H - Temperature button I - AUTO button (automatic mode) J - Air distribution to footwell K - Air distribution to central and side vents...
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Setting temperature Defrost windshield Adjusting blower speed f Press button H upwards or downwards f Press button B (switch on or off). f Press button M upwards or downwards respectively. The windshield is demisted or defrosted as respectively. quickly as possible. The preset blower speed is increased or To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature Air flows to the windshield only.
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The individual air distributions can be combined as remedied. desired. Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer for further information. Recommended setting in Summer – Air distribution to central and side vents Recommended setting in Winter –...
Fresh-air intake In order to ensure unhindered air intake: f Keep the fresh-air intake between the windshield and the luggage compartment lid free from snow, ice and leaves. A - Continuous opening and closing Changing air flow direction B - Setting vent direction f Swivel the vent fins in the desired direction.
Warning! Risk of an accident. 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. Someone approa- ching from the rear may not realize your vehic- le is stopped and cause a collision.
Warning! Danger of fire. f Never use ashtray for waste paper disposal, as it could pose a fire hazard. Ashtray Danger! Danger of fire in engine compartment due to Opening burning cigars or cigarettes. f Open ashtray lid. f Do not throw any lit cigars or cigarettes out of Emptying the vehicle.
Heating lighter f Open ashtray lid. f Push in knob of the cigarette lighter. When ready for use, the lighter will snap back. Note on operation The lighter receptacle is not to be used for electri- cal accessories (except for the tire filling compres- sor).
In storage tray between the front seats In the passenger’s footwell Sockets Note on operation The sockets and thus the connected electrical Electrical accessories should preferably be accessories function even if the ignition is connected to the 12 V sockets. switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn.
Interior light, footwell lights Orientation light Switching off The light-emitting diode in the interior light impro- f Press left half of switch. ves your orientation inside the vehicle when it is dark. Switching to continuous illumination Note on operation f Press right half of switch. On vehicles with Sport Chrono package, the brightness of the orientation light can be changed Switching on and off automatically...
Storage in the passenger compartment Warning! Danger of injury during braking, rapid direction changes or in an accident. f Do not carry items of luggage or objects in the passenger compartment unsecured. f Do not transport any heavy objects in the oddments trays.
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Opening f Pull the catch and open the lid. Locking f Lock the catch to secure the contents against unauthorized access. Glove compartment CD holder Occupied drawers are indicated by a red window. Warning! Danger of injury by the glove compartment Opening drawers lid in case of an accident.
Cupholder (holder for drinks cans and cups) f Keep the cupholder closed while driving. Warning! Risk of scalding or damage due to spilling drinks. f Only use containers which fit. f Never put overfull containers in the cupholder. f Never use hot drinks. f Press the symbol for the respective cupholder.
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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. Pulling cupholder out f Pull out holder (arrow). f Insert container. f Carefully slide holder inwards to adjust it to the container size.
Luggage Storage on Engine Compartment Lid Warning! Unsecured luggage and heavy objects may come loose during braking, rapid directional changes or in an accident and cause serious personal injury or death. f Do not carry items of luggage or objects in the passenger compartment unsecured.
Notes f Pay attention to the expiration date on the fire extinguisher. If the fire extinguisher is used after its expira- tion date has elapsed, it may not function properly. f Follow the operating instructions for the fire extinguisher. f The functional ability of the fire extinguisher should be checked by a specialist workshop every 1 - 2 years.
Front luggage compartment lid Function with vehicle stationary If the luggage compartment lid is unlocked with unlocking handle A, the lid can be opened from the inside immediately. Function with vehicle in motion If the luggage compartment lid is unlocked with unlocking handle A when a speed of 3 km/h (2 mph) is exceeded, the warning message in the on-board computer lights up.
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You can lose control of the vehicle. Please consult your authorized Porsche dealer. f Stop the vehicle immediately when the warning They will advise you about the necessary measu- message lights up.
The luggage compartment lid can also be un- locked with the radio remote control. f Please observe the chapter “KEYS” on Page Important Note If the vehicle battery is discharged, the front lug- gage compartment lid can be opened only by con- necting an external electrical power source.
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Closing front and rear luggage 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.
Caution! Risk of damage. f Do not store any heavy, damp or heat-sensitive objects behind the access covers. Tool box Opening f Unlock turn-locks C. f Open tool box and place it on the floor of the luggage compartment. Luggage Compartment E - Adapter for security wheel bolts F - Tire filling compressor G - Towing hook...
Accessories which have not been tested and the fine-calibration process. Warning! approved by Porsche may impair radio reception. If the vehicle has been transported (e.g. ferry, car There is a danger of accident if you set or train), the system may take a few minutes after...
Note Electronic accessories should only be installed by your authorized Porsche dealer. Equipment which has not been tested and appro- ved by Porsche may impair radio reception. Controls, Instruments...
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f If the disc gets dirty, clean the disc by wiping Compact disc player the surfaces from the center to the outside in a radial direction with a soft cloth. Do not use a conventional record cleaner or anti-static record preservative. Disc cleaners are available in audio stores.
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Any portable telephone or radio transmitter which regarding the use of cellular telephones: ranty. is used in a Porsche must be properly installed in f Consult your authorized Porsche dealer about Some states may prohibit the use of cellular tele- accordance with the technical requirements of phones while driving a vehicle.
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.
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Several attempts with different distances between Note the vehicle and the original hand-held transmitter f Please consult an authorized Porsche dealer if Allocating signals to the buttons might be necessary. you have not been able to successfully allocate...
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To reprogram a single button: Deleting programmed signals of the HomeLink 1. Press the desired button until the light-emitting diode begins to flash slowly (e.g., when selling the vehicle) (approx. 20 seconds). Keep the two outer buttons 1 and 3 depressed You then have approx.
Risk of engine damage (overrevving) when Nonskid floor mats of the correct size are on, the backup lights are illuminated. available at your authorized Porsche dealer. shifting down to a lower gear. f Take care not to exceed the maximum permit-...
Tiptronic S Release button The release button (arrow) in the selector lever The Porsche Tiptronic is a five-speed transmission prevents unintentional gear changes. with an “automatic” and a “manual” selection mode. The release button must be pressed when shifting to position R or P.
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PROGRAM” on Page 168. – The selector lever position is displayed imme- – Have the fault remedied at an autorized diately after the correct position has been de- Porsche dealer. tected. – The current gear is shown after a brief detec- tion period.
Selector Lever Positions D – Automatic selection mode Sport mode switched on f Please observe the chapter “SPORT MODE” on f Select position D for “normal” driving. The ge- P – Parking lock Page 63. ars are shifted automatically according to the accelerator position and speed.
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Shifting gear on the steering wheel Temporary change-down Kickdown With the toggle switches on the steering wheel, Conditions: The kickdown function is active in selector lever you can change temporarily from automatic Speed is higher than approx. 33 mph (54 km/h). position D, even if you temporarily change to ma- selection mode D to manual mode M.
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Shifting up f To remedy the fault, please consult an authori- f Press upper part (+) of a toggle switch. zed Porsche dealer. Shifting down PSM switched off and/or Sport mode f Press lower part (–) of a toggle switch.
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Have the fault remedied. Damage to the vehicle may result as well as loss of control, if the vehicle is moving for- Consult an authorized Porsche dealer. Driving in winter ward fast enough to cause rear wheel lockup. f Do not shift into R while the vehicle is moving...
Convertible Top Do not operate convertible top: Door windows – At temperatures below 32°F/0°C. Brief operating instructions can be found on the If the door windows are closed, they will automati- back side of the driver’s sun visor. – When one side of the car is on a curb, a hoist cally be lowered a few centimeters before the con- or a jack.
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Releasing convertible top Caution! Risk of damage by the locking hooks on the roof frame when the latching lever is not engaged correctly. f Make sure that the latching lever is felt to engage when opening. f Swivel latching lever B to the rear until it is felt to engage.
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Closing the convertible top Warning! Danger of injury and damage. f When closing the convertible top, make sure that nobody can be injured by the convertible- top mechanism or the convertible-top compartment lid. f In order to abort convertible top operation in the event of danger: up to 6 mph (10 km/h), release the button immediately,...
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Emergency operation Warning! There is a danger of injury and risk of dama- f Before performing emergency operation, ple- ge during emergency operation. ase check: There is a danger of crushing or pinching Was the ignition switched on and the handbra- body parts at all moveable convertible top ke applied? parts which could cause serious personal in-...
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Warning! Danger of crushing or pinching. f Lever off joint rods only with the greatest care. f If the convertible top is not in the rearward final position, the convertible-top compartment lid or the convertible top could fall down when the joint rods are levered off.
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Example: Convertible top in rearward final position 4. Lever joint rod D (black fastening) off the ball D - Joint rod for convertible-top compartment cover head with blade of lever B. (black ball head fastening) As the connection is under spring tension, a E - Joint rod for convertible top corresponding amount of force is required to (white ball head fastening)
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Danger of damage at the convertible top. f After emergency operation, do not operate the convertible top with the rocker switch. f Drive slowly to an authorized Porsche dealer in order to have the fault remedied. 6. Grasp convertible-top compartment cover in 9.
Windstop f Make sure that all windstop parts are fastened securely, especially when driving with the convertible top open. Note When the convertible top is closed, it is a good idea to remove the center section of the windstop to permit good ventilation of the interior or for demisting the rear window.
This prevents damp stains and abrasion damage. Your autorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you about correct hardtop storage. Note The inserts for locking of the pivot locks are not installed on vehicles delivered without a hardtop.
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4. Remove the connector of the convertible top 5. Remove cover from front locking lever (arrow). 6. Press red locking button of the front locking lever (arrow A). heated rear window and insert into the rear empty socket. Open latch completely (arrow B). Mobile Roofs...
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7. Put both pivot locks in the opening position on 8. With one person on each side, grasp hardtop 10.Lower hardtop at rear. and carefully lift over the car. the hardtop. The pivot locks must be completely sunken The handles must point inwards. into the locks (arrow A).
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Caution! Risk of damage due to inadvertent operation of the convertible top when the hardtop is fitted. f Make sure that front locking lever A is always correctly locked. This disables the convertible-top drive. 13.Fit cover on the front locking lever. 14.Insert the plug of the hardtop heated rear window into the socket.
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Removing the hardtop 1.Make sure that the hardtop is placed on a clean, soft surface. 2.Open doors. 3.Remove cover from the front locking lever. 4.Open front latch. 5.Open rear pivot locks (swivel inwards). Unplug plug of the hardtop heated rear window.
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Engine Oil ..........188 Engine Oil Level ........189 Engine Oil Recommendation ....... 190 Brake Fluid Level ........192 Fuel Economy ........... 194 Operating Your Porsche in other Countries ........195 Fuel ............196 Fuel Recommendations ......198 Portable Fuel Containers ......199 Emission Control System ......
Your Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig- This caution applies to the entire vehicle. Keep these fluids out of children’s reach and nition system. When the ignition is on, high vol-...
Ensure that the new wiper blade is inserted special cleaning solution. into the wiper arm in the same position: Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer – direction of the spoiler on the driver side, for further information. – curvature on the passenger side.
ME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VE- HICLE” on Page 184. The cooling system is filled at the factory with a permanent coolant. It provides year-round protection from corrosion and freezing down to –31°F/–35°C. Only use antifreeze authorized by Porsche. Maintenance, Car Care...
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If in an emergency pure water has been added, the mix ratio must be corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer. Marked loss of coolant indicates leakage in the cooling system. The cause should immediately be remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Maintenance, Car Care...
Engine Oil If the vehicle is driven at a high rate of speed, cli- matic conditions are warm, and the load is high, the oil should be checked more frequently, as dri- Engine oil consumption ving conditions will determine the rate of oil con- It is normal for your engine to consume oil.
Engine Oil Level Topping off engine oil f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE EXTRE- Warning! ME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VE- Engine oil is hazardous to your health and HICLE” on Page 184. may be fatal if swallowed. f Regularly check the oil level using the on-board f Keep engine oil out of children’s reach.
–13°F/–25 °C SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 approved by Porsche generally below –13°F/–25 °C SAE 0W-40 approved by Porsche f Use only engine oils approved by Porsche. If in doubt ask your authorized Porsche dealer for Porsche tested and approved all-season oils. Maintenance, Car Care...
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SAE class is given as a number and the letter ”W“ We recommend that you have the engine oil chan- (as in winter), for hot viscosity (measured at ged at your Porsche dealer, who has the required 212°F/100°C) the SAE class is given only as a Engine oil performance class oils and the necessary filling equipment.
Brake Fluid Level f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE EXTRE- ME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VE- HICLE” on Page 184. f Use only new (unused) Original Porsche brake fluid. Warning! Brake fluid is hazardous to your health, and may be fatal if swallowed.
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– in conjunction with large pedal travel, braking- circuit failure. If the warning lights should light up while driving: f Stop immediately in a suitable place. f Do not continue driving. Please have the fault remedied at your nearest authorized Porsche dealer. Maintenance, Car Care...
f Any additional weight carried in the vehicle re- Fuel Economy duces fuel economy. Always keep cargo to a Fuel economy will vary depending on where, minimum and remove all unnecessary items. when and how you drive, optional equipment f Organize your trips to take in several errands installed, and the general condition of your in one trip.
There- fore, cars built for the U.S. and Canada differ from vehicles sold in other countries. If you plan to take your Porsche outside the conti- nental limits of the United States or Canada, there is the possibility that –...
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.
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Fuel tank capacity is listed under “Capacities”. sibility of a fire in the event of a collision. Porsche does not recommend the use of fuel ad- ditives. Note Fuel is highly flammable and harmful to The oil level is automatically measured during health.
98 RON Under normal conditions, the amount of these (93 CLC or AKI) . Porsche therefore recom- compounds in the fuel will not affect driveability. Octane rating indicates a fuel’s ability to resist de- mends the use of these fuels in your vehicle.
Never carry additional fuel in portable contai- The check engine warning light on your instrument ners in your vehicle. panel may turn on. If this occurs, Porsche recommends you stop using fuels containing MMT. Maintenance, Car Care...
Do not alter or remove any device, such as out the fire. Your Porsche is equipped with such a system. heat shields, switches, ignition wires, valves, Porsche warrants the Emission Control System in etc., which are designed to protect your vehic-...
They, too, are formed during the combustion pro- with the intake air and are later burned in the engi- cess and discharged into the exhaust system. To reduce these pollutants, your Porsche is equip- ped with a precisely calibrated fuel injection sys- Catalytic converters tem to assure a finely balanced air/fuel mixture un- der all operating conditions.
Fuel Evaporation Control Adding washer fluid Clean water is generally not enough to clean the Fuel tank venting windshield and headlights. It is advantageous to add a winter cleaner giving The evaporation chamber and the carbon canister antifreeze protection or a suitable summer clea- prevent fuel from escaping to the atmosphere at ner, depending on the season.
Opening Engine Compartment Lid 3. Pull off the two upper ball heads of the tension 4. Unclip fabric covering from the two holders (ar- ropes (arrow). row) downwards. Moving convertible top to service position 1. Open or close the convertible top far enough so that it is approximately 60 cm away from the windshield frame.
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5. Fold rear part of the convertible top forward 6. Undo Velcro fastening strip of the restraining 7. Engage restraining strap in the convertible top (arrow). Press upper part of the rear window strap. guide. down when doing this. Maintenance, Car Care...
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f Open turn-locks A of the storage box and pull Disengaging luggage net Removing storage box out by approx. 1.5 cm until they engage. f On vehicles with luggage net, unhook the f On vehicles with BOSE High End sound pa- Take out storage box to the rear.
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Closing Engine Compartment Lid 6.Disengage the retaining strap and fasten it at the rear part of the convertible top with the Vel- 1. Withdraw the ignition key so that the convertib- cro fastening strip. le top cannot be operated unintentionally. 7.Fold down rear part of the convertible top.
HICLE” on Page 184. The hydraulic fluid reservoir is located in the engi- ne compartment. f Only use hydraulic fluid authorized by Porsche. f Please observe the chapter “CAPACITIES” on Page 286. f Check the fluid level with the engine stopped and cold (approximately 68°F/20°C).
We recommend that you have the transmission oil in the transmission. The automatic transmission changed at your Porsche dealer, who has the re- f In dusty conditions, check the filter element may be damaged by even a tiny speck of dirt, only quired lubricants and the necessary filling equip- more frequently and replace if necessary.
A Porsche that is well-cared for can look like new f Do not use fuel, kerosene, naphtha, nail polish for years. It all depends on the amount of care the remover or other volatile cleaning fluids.
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Do not wash your car in bright sunlight or while the bodywork is still hot. f When washing by hand, use abundant water, a soft sponge or wash brush, and Porsche car shampoo. f Begin by spraying the body thoroughly with wa- ter to rinse away loose dirt.
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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.
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Automatic car washes Note Door locks Optional add-on parts or parts which project Automatic car washes spray water at odd angles f To prevent the door locks from freezing during beyond the contours of the vehicle may be and high pressures, which are not seen in normal the cold season, the lock cylinders should be damaged by design features (e.g.
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Polishing f Do not treat matt-painted components with Do not resort to using Porsche polish until it beco- preservatives or polishes as this will spoil the mes evident that the normal preservatives no lon- matte effect.
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The underside of your car is durably protected Risk of damage to the alternator. f Remove dead insects with the Porsche insect against chemical and mechanical influences. f Do not point the cleaning jet directly at the al- remover.
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Once it has The Porsche inside window cleaner is also sui- In order to prevent damage to the anti-fric- table for cleaning plastic surfaces. Follow the dried, the new undercoating compound forms...
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Warning! f Remove heavy contamination with Porsche le- because they break down the oxide film of Danger of accident if cleaning agents (e.g. ather cleaner. the protective coating and will cause dis-...
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- do not lay them loo- sely in the vehicle. Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you nonskid-floor mats of the correct size. Maintenance, Car Care...
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The air conditioning system should be in good wor- The interior must be dry, especially in the area of If you intend to store your Porsche for a prolonged king condition and fully charged. the floor carpets. The use of drying agents (Silica-...
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Practical Tips, Emergency Service Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your Vehicle ......220 Tires/Wheels ..........221 Loading Information ........235 Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage Lift ........... 237 Flat Tire ............ 238 Wheel Bolts ..........241 Spacers ...........
Your Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig- This caution applies to the entire vehicle. Keep these fluids out of children’s reach and nition system. When the ignition is on, high vol-...
(e.g. “N0”, “N1”...) turbance, have your vehicle towed to the near- can be mounted. est Porsche or tire dealer to have your vehicle or tire(s) inspected. – The use of wheel rims and wheel bolts that do...
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating Quality grades can be found where applicable on based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un- the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maxi- der controlled conditions on a specific govern- mum section width.
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Traction AA, A, B, C Temperature A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and AA, A, B and C and they represent the tire’s ability C, representing the tire’s resistance to the genera- to stop on wet pavement as measured under con- tion of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when trolled conditions on specified government test...
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TPC low tire pressure mes- f Do not use commercially available sealant or sage. tire inflating bottles. Only use Porsche f On vehicles with tire pressure monitoring: approved tire sealant. Please observe the chapter “TPC TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING”...
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Overloading Danger! Risk of personal injury, loss of control and damage to vehicle parts. f Do not overload your vehicle. Be careful about the roof load. f If loading the vehicle also correct the tire pres- sure. Tire pressure for loaded vehicle can be found on the tire pressure plate and in the chapter technical data.
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Please observe the chapter “LOADING INFOR- MATION” on Page 235. C Tire size for the front axle Check with your authorized Porsche dealer about the current release status. D Recommended tire pressure for the front axle These values are for cold tires (68°F/20 °C).
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Tire traction Tire wear Danger! Driving on worn tires can result in loss of con- The original equipment tires on your Porsche have Warning! trol of the vehicle and could cause serious built-in tire wear indicators. They are molded into personal injuries or death.
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Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing f In cases of doubt, have the wheel (particularly the wheels. the inner side) checked by an authorized f Check wheel rims for corrosion. Porsche dealer. f Remove road salt, if driving in winter. Practical Tips, Emergency Service...
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If you do not use a Porsche recommended f Please adjust your driving style accordingly. later. Such damage can result in accidents at replacement tire, make sure that you high speeds causing severe personal injury.
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Under no circumstances should tires older than 6 f After changing, adjust tire pressure and torque As a precaution, have wheels with summer tires years be used on your Porsche. balanced in the spring, and those with mud and wheel bolts diagonally to 94 ftlb (130 Nm).
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Fit winter tires to both axles well before the tions, and may not prove favorable for snow these conditions. conditions. cold season begins. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased f Therefore install M+S tires before driving in to advise you. such conditions. Maintenance note...
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Technical Data. To ensure adequate clearance between chain f To permit the fitting of snow chains, have the and body, Porsche recommends only the use 5 mm spacers removed on all 4 wheels. of fine-link chains such as those approved by Porsche.
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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 manufacture’s iden- tification mark.
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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.
Loading Information The Gross Combined Weight Rating is the Danger! maximum total weight rating of vehicle, passen- Risk of personal injury, loss of control and gers and cargo. Definitions damage to vehicle. The Vehicle Capacity Weight - Load Limit - is f Never exceed the specified axle loads.
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Determining the combined weight of 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and occupants and cargo: passenger from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. f Add the weight of all occupants and then add 4. The resulting figure equals the available the total luggage weight (figure).
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.
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...
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Warning! The tire sealant and a compressor with pressure tester can be found in the tool box in the luggage The sealant is highly flammable and harmful compartment. to health. The tire sealant comprises: f Fire, naked flame and smoking are prohibited –...
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5.Screw filler hose B onto the filler bottle. 16.Please consult your authorized Porsche The filler bottle is now open. dealer. 6.Unscrew valve cap from tire valve F. Care Instructions 7.Remove valve insert E from the tire valve with After drying, any sealant that emerges can be valve turner D.
1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. f Replace damaged wheel bolts. 2. Press the pressure gauge onto the valve stem. Only use the Original Porsche wheel bolts specially designed for this vehicle type. Note on operation f Do not press too hard or force the valve stem Tightening torque sideways, or air will escape.
Always place the car on stable supports if work has to be carried out under the car. Risk of damage to the brake discs of the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB). f Always screw in both assembly aids when changing a wheel.
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6. Take the wheel off and put a new wheel on. 7. Please observe the chapter “WHEEL BOLTS” on Page 241. Screw in wheel bolts; remove assembly aids and screw in the remaining wheel bolts. Initially tighten bolts in diagonally opposite sequence so that the wheel is centered.
Spacers Note on operation f To fit/remove the spacers: f Use the spacers only together with wheels and Please consult an authorized Porsche dealer. fastening parts approved by Porsche. Before having spacers fitted, find out about the Removing the spacers current authorisation status.
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The short wheel bolts are not marked in colour. The short wheel bolts must only be used without 5 mm spacers fitted. Tightening torque for both wheel bolts: 130 Nm (96 ftlb.). Long wheel bolt X - bolt length approx. 50 mm Arrows - marks Wheel bolt identifying features The long wheel bolts are identified on the face...
(such as the be installed at your authorized Porsche dealer. When the battery is disconnected, the alarm sys- luggage compartment light, interior light and tem ceases to function.
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4. Replace only with fuses of the same rating. Note f If a fuse blows repeatedly consult an author- ized Porsche dealer. f Never try to “repair” fuses: you may cause se- A - Diagnostic socket A - Plastic gripper...
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Emergency unlocking of the front luggage compartment lid If the battery is discharged, the lid can be opened only with the aid of a donor battery. Unlocking lid 1. Use the key to unlock the vehicle at the door lock. 2.
f If you get electrolyte, which is an acid, in your Battery eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with cold water for several minutes and call a doc- Warning! tor. Risk of short circuit and fire. f Spilled electrolyte must be rinsed off at once f Observe all warning notes on the battery.
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Switch off unnecessary electrical loads in city Your Porsche partner will be pleased to advise you f If you get electrolyte, which is an acid, in your about a suitable charger. traffic, on short trips and in queues.
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Withdraw the ignition key and, if necessary, f Have the battery checked before winter meets all the specific requirements of Porsche. disconnect the battery. begins. f Use only a battery that meets the specific...
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Putting vehicle into operation Ignition key/ignition lock f Do not insert the ignition key into the ignition After the battery is connected or after an exhaus- lock if the vehicle battery is discharged. tively discharged battery is charged, the multi- The ignition key can no longer be removed.
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Warning! Risk of damage to generator and electronic control units. f Do not disconnect battery while the engine is running. Risk of caustic burns from escaping acid. f Do not tilt the battery when removing it. Removing the battery 3. Pull off vent hose C. 4.
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Installing the battery 1. Insert battery and push it all the way to the stop. 2. Tighten fastening screw B. 3. Important: connect the positive cable first and then the negative cable – risk of short circuit! 4. Push on vent hose C. 5.
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1. Using your finger nail or a small screwdriver, carefully lift off the cover of the key grip (ar- row). 2. Replace battery (observe polarity). Replacement battery – Lithium CR 2032, 3 volts 3. Replace cover and press together firmly. Please observe the disposal instructions for batteries.
Jump lead starting Warning! Connecting jump leads Risk of damage and injury due to short f Please observe the chapter “EMERGENCY Always observe the sequence below: circuit. UNLOCKING OF THE FRONT LUGGAGE 1. Connect the red positive lead to the positive f Use only standard jump leads with sufficient COMPARTMENT LID”...
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3. Run the engine of the donor car at a higher speed. 4. Start the engine. An attempted start using jump leads should not last more than 15 seconds. Then allow a waiting period of at least one minute. 5. Note Before disconnecting the jump leads, electrical loads such as the heated rear window and the heating fan blower should be switched on (the...
Replacing bulbs Caution! Risk of damage to headlights due to exces- Warning! sive temperatures and abrasion. f Attach no coverings (e.g. films, “stone Risk of short circuit. f Always switch off the relevant load when guards”) in the area of the headlights. f Use soapy water only to clean light lenses and changing bulbs.
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Bulb chart Type, rating Halogen low beam H7, 55 W Low beam with Bi-Xenon headligh Philips, D2S 35W Halogen high beam H 9, 65W Additional high beam with Bi-Xenon headlight H 11, 55W Fog light H8, 35W Tail light, rear fog light, brake light, tail light P21, 4W Tail light, reflector P21, 5W...
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Warning! Caution! Risk of short circuit. Risk of damage to headlights due to exces- sive temperatures and abrasion. f Always switch off the relevant load when f Attach no coverings (e.g. films, “stone changing bulbs. guards”) in the area of the headlights. Risk of injury.
Headlights Caution! Risk of damage to headlights due to abrasion and excessive temperatures. f Do not affix any coverings (e.g. “stone guards” or films) in the area of the headlights. Note The headlights can mist up depending on the temperature and humidity. f To ensure optimum ventilation, do not cover the gap between headlight and body (e.g.
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Installing 1. Insert the headlight into the guide rails and push it fully into the wing. 2. Push headlight to the rear and at the same time the turn socket wrench until it points horizontally to the rear C. The headlight locking device must perceptibly and audibly engage.
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Halogen headlights Bi-Xenon headlight 2. Disengage both fixing loops A. Changing bulb for low beam Changing bulb for low beam and high beam 3. Replace defective bulb B. 1. Pull off plug A. 1. Turn the plug counter-clockwise (bayonet lock) When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly.
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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 high beam or additional high beam (Bi-Xenon headlight) Pull plug out of the bulb holder. 1.
Turn signal light 3. Replace the defective bulb (bayonet fitting). 4. Insert lamp holder and turn it clockwise. Changing bulb 5. Replace lid and close. 1. Turn lid counter-clockwise and pull it off. 2. Turn bulb holder counter-clockwise (bayonet lock). Practical Tips, Emergency Service...
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2. Lower headlight slightly downward and A - Fog light height adjustment A - Parking light B - Fastening screw B - Fog light disengage locating cam in cover projection. Unscrew light downwards at an angle. Fog light/parking light 3. Turn the holder counter-clockwise and pull it out.
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4. Put guide pin of headlight on the guide rail, engage locating cam in cover projection, press headlight to the rear and push upward until it can be felt to engage. 5. Screw in both screws. 6. Check operation of the headlight. Practical Tips, Emergency Service...
Side marker light 3. Remove indicator light and undo bulb holder (bayonet lock). Changing bulb 4. Remove the bulb from the holder and replace 1. Remove cap in the wheel housing liner with the it. Insert holder. screwdriver. 5. Insert the direction indicator’s retaining lugs A 2.
License plate lights A - Turn signal light Tail light, left B - Reversing light C - Rear fog light, rear light Tail light Changing bulb D - Tail light E - Brake light, rear light 1. Unscrew both screws A and remove the lens. Changing bulbs 3.
The light-emitting diodes of the additional brake light cannot be replaced individually. f Have the defective brake light replaced in a qualified specialist workshop. We recommend a Porsche partner for this work as they have trained workshop personnel and the necessary parts and tools. Luggage compartment/footwell...
Interior light Door guard/curb light Changing bulb Changing bulb 1. With a screwdriver (arrow), carefully press light 1. With a screwdriver (arrow), carefully push out out of the cutout in the lining. the light. 2. Undo bulb holder (bayonet mount). 2.
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 observe the chapter “REPLACING BUL- has to be projected on a vertical screen (wall) in adjustment unit.
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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.
In addition, damage to your vehicle may result from improper procedures. Consult your authorized Porsche dealer for de- tails. Vehicle towing Flat bed towing is the preferred type of towing to be used on Porsche vehicles.
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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.
The safety compliance sticker is your assurance 4. Paint No./Interior 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 and can be seen from the outside.
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Tire pressure plate Engine number The tire pressure plate is attached to the left-hand The engine number is stamped on the underside door aperture. of the crankcase. Vehicle Identification, Technical Data...
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Tires, Rims, Tracks Boxster Tires Rim offset Track Summer tires front 205/55 ZR 17 91Y 6.5 J x 17 H2 55 mm 58.7 in./1490 mm rear * 235/50 ZR 17 91Y 8 J x 17 H2 40 mm 60.4 in./1534 mm front 235/40 ZR 18 91Y 8 J x 18 H2...
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Tire and rim sizes Extensive tests are performed before specific tires and wheels are approved by Porsche. Your Porsche dealer has information about approved tires and wheels and is happy to assist you. If aftermarket tires and/or wheels are installed which are not approved by Porsche, the vehicle’s roadability and handling characteristics might be impaired.
36 psi (2.5 bar) f These tire pressures apply only to the tire makes and types approved by Porsche. Please observe the chapter “WHEEL BOLTS” on Page 241. f Please observe the chapter “TPC TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING” on Page 103.
Driving Performance* Boxster Manual transmission Tiptronic S Maximum speed 5-speed transmission 159 mph/256 km/h 155 mph/250 km/h 6-speed transmission 160 mph/258 km/h Acceleration 0 – 60 mph 5.9 seconds 6.8 seconds Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) 6.2 seconds 7.1 seconds Boxster S Manual transmission...
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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 without oil filter approx. 1.98 U.S.gallons/7.5liters Oil change quantity with oil filter approx.
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Weights Boxster Manual transmission Tiptronic S Empty weight (depending on equipment) 2855 lbs. to 3109 lbs. 2987 lbs. to 3208 lbs. 1295 kg to 1410 kg 1355 kg to 1455 kg Maximum gross weight 3549 lbs./1610 kg 3649 lbs./1655 kg Maximum axle load, front* 1709 lbs./775 kg 1709 lbs./775 kg...
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Diagrams Boxster S: Engine diagram at full power Acceleration diagram Values have been determined at DIN empty weight and with a 50 % load without additional equipment. Transmission diagram The transmission diagram is based on standard values on the basis of a mean effective scrub radius.
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Index Car care.............184 Car telephone ..........157 ABS (antilock brake system) ......61 Backrest Car washes ..........210 Advanced Airbag........... 46 Adjustment ...........34 Catalytic converters ........201 Air conditioning........130 Release ..........34 Cautions..........184 Air distribution ........130 Battery............249 Central locking........19 Air filter............208 Care ..........250 Emergency operation .....
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