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WKD 948 021 06
04/05
© Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG
Porsche, the Porsche crest, Cayenne, Tiptronic
and Tequipment are registered trademarks and
the distinctive shapes of Porsche automobiles are
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  • Page 1 © Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG Porsche, the Porsche crest, Cayenne, Tiptronic and Tequipment are registered trademarks and the distinctive shapes of Porsche automobiles are trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. All rights reserved. Printed in Germany...
  • Page 2 If you believe that your vehicle has a fault which Remember however, as with any vehicle, you Your Porsche is intended to be used in a safe man- could cause a crash, injury or death, you should should take time to familiarize yourself with your...
  • Page 3 5045 Orbitor Drive f Do not misuse your Porsche. Use it safely, and Building #8, Suite 200 Throughout this booklet, left is designated as the Mississauga, Ontario...
  • Page 4: Porsche And The Environment

    The water used in the paint shop is recirculated. Our environmental policy is based on the certain products of component wear contain or Waste water leaves the Porsche factory only after following principles: emit chemicals known to the State of California to being appropriately treated.
  • Page 5 Environmentally friendly vehicles Recycling – Emission control is built in for a Porsche, this is virtually an Modern environmental technology ensures compli- academic question Innovative engine technology combines high ance with all emission laws applicable worldwide. engine performance and environmental compati- More than two-thirds of all Porsches ever built are bility.
  • Page 6 Setting and operating vehicle Portable Fuel Containers Engine Exhaust components when driving Danger! Danger! Warning! Portable fuel containers, full or partially Engine exhaust is dangerous if inhaled. There is a danger of accident if you set or empty, may leak, causing an explosion, or Engine exhaust fumes have many compo- operate the on-board computer, radio, navi- result in fire in case of an accident.
  • Page 7 Vehicles with SportDesign package Caution! Risk of damage. On vehicles with Sport- Design package, front, rear, and side member trim are painted and located lower on the vehicle. Off-road driving can seriously damage these trim parts. f When driving off-road, make sure these parts are not damaged.
  • Page 8: Fuel Quality

    Porsche therefore recommends the use of these fuels in your vehicle. Porsche also recognizes that these fuels may not always be available. Be assured that your vehicle will operate properly on unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON (90 CLC or AKI), since the engine's “Electronic Oktane™...
  • Page 9 Controls, Safety, Instruments 11 - 218 Shifting Gear, Traction Systems 219 - 258 Maintenance, Car Care 259 - 294 Practical Tips, Minor Repairs 295 - 376 Vehicle Identification, Technical Data 377 - 391 Index 392 - 401...
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Controls, Safety, Instruments Porsche and the Environment ......4 Oil Temperature Gauge .........86 Sliding/Lifting Roof........169 Never invite car theft! ........16 Cooling System ..........87 Parking Aids ..........179 Keys ............17 Fuel .............88 Garage Door Opener ........184 Remote Control ..........20 Odometer.............88...
  • Page 12: Dear Porsche Owner

    A lot has gone into the manufacture of your that restraints are properly adjusted. Check the following items first Porsche, including advanced engineering, rigid f Check all exterior and interior lights for opera- quality control and demanding inspections. These f Turn the engine off before you attempt any tion and that the lenses are clean.
  • Page 13: On The Road

    f When parked, always put the handbrake on In the driver's seat... On the road... and put the gearshift lever in neutral or the se- f Check operation of the horn. f Never drive after you have consumed alcohol lector lever in position P. or drugs.
  • Page 14: Break In Hints For The First

    The following tips will be helpful in obtaining opti- There may be a slight stiffness in the steering or mum performance from your new Porsche. other controls during the break-in period which will As always, the rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which gradually disappear.
  • Page 15 1 Power windows 2 Inner door handle 3 Door mirror adjustment 4 Engine compartment lid release 5 Parking brake 6 Diagnostic socket (OBD) 7 Parking brake release 8 Ignition lock/steering lock 9 Steering wheel adjustment 10 Seat adjustment 11 Instrument lighting knob 12 Light switch 13 Turn signal/high, low beam/headlight flasher stalk...
  • Page 16: Never Invite Car Theft

    A steering wheel lock and a gong alarm are car is rolling to a stop. You will not be able to f Close sliding/lifting roof or Panorama Roof standard equipment in your Porsche. The gong steer the car. System. alarm will sound if you open the driver's door while...
  • Page 17: Keys

    B - Release button for key bit Keys Two car keys with integrated remote control are supplied with your Porsche. The car keys are de- signed as folding keys. These keys operate all the locks on your vehicle. f Be careful with your car keys: do not part with them except under exceptional circumstances.
  • Page 18 Panic button In dangerous situations or when one's own safety is threatened, it is possible to draw attention to the situation by triggering an alarm. To trigger an alarm f Press button. The horn sounds and the emergency flashers flash. To stop the alarm f Press button again.
  • Page 19 Emergency operation – locking the doors 3. Using the key bit, press red slide control B in the direction indicated by the arrow. If the central locking system fails, the doors can 4. Fit cover A again. only be locked if the emergency operation is performed.
  • Page 20: Remote Control

    Unlocking vehicle doors Note on operation The vehicle doors remain locked after unlocking Unlocking the driver’s door the rear lid. f Briefly press button 1 on the remote control If the rear window is not opened, both the rear lid once.
  • Page 21 Locking vehicle doors Switching off the alarm system if it is All vehicle doors, the rear lid and the rear window cannot be opened from the outside. triggered f Briefly press button 2 on the remote control. f Unlock vehicle doors or Malfunction of the remote control The emergency flasher flashes twice and an acoustic signal will sound twice.
  • Page 22: Porsche Entry & Drive

    Close rear lid, rear window and spare wheel control. f Please observe the chapter “COMFORT” on bracket. Porsche Entry & Drive facilitates keyless unlock- If the car key with remote control is out of ing and locking of vehicle doors, rear lid and rear Page 118.
  • Page 23 If the vehicle is not unlocked within 3 days the cannot be opened from the outside. Porsche Entry & Drive readiness for operation is switched off. Porsche Entry & Drive malfunction f Pull the door handle once, to reactivate the Porsche Entry &...
  • Page 24: Central Locking System

    Any changes or modifications not expressly ap- you must switch the ignition on within 15 seconds proved by Porsche could void the user’s authority of opening the door. to operate this equipment. Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 25 – The hazard warning lights flash once. Each door can be opened by pulling the inner door handle twice. Unlocking by pressing the button in the door handle on vehicles with Porsche Entry & Unlocking Drive f Press the button A symbol.
  • Page 26 The fault should be remedied immediately at f Unlock the doors by pressing the central lock- an authorized Porsche dealer. ing button or f pull the inside door handle twice to open the Note on operation door.
  • Page 27: Doors

    Doors Opening unlocked doors from inside Childproof rear door locks f Pull inner door handle. Childproof locks are fitted to the rear doors. Opening unlocked doors from outside The doors cannot be opened from inside once f Pull door handle. these locks are engaged.
  • Page 28: Alarm System

    Warning! The following alarm contacts are monitored Passenger Compartment Any changes or modifications not expressly ap- Monitoring, Inclination Sensor proved by Porsche could void the user’s authority – Doors to operate this equipment. – Engine compartment lid USA: KR5KESSY – Rear lid Avoiding false alarms –...
  • Page 29 Switching on The rocker switch to switch off the inclination sen- sor and the passenger compartment monitoring f Lock the vehicle. system is located next to the driver's seat under The alarm system, passenger compartment the seat belt height adjustment. monitoring system and inclination sensor are Note on operation switched on.
  • Page 30 3. Remove ignition key. inside by pulling the inner door handle twice. On vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive: f Inform any persons remaining in the vehicle Switch off the ignition.
  • Page 31 3. Remove ignition key. If the monitoring system and the inclination sensor On vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive: could not be deactivated the symbols on the rock- Switch off the ignition. er switch will flash (e.g. the rocker switch is pressed with the ignition on).
  • Page 32 The passenger compartment monitoring and inclination sensor are switched on – The light-emitting diodes flash for 2 seconds, rapidly, then slowly. The passenger compartment monitoring and inclination sensor are switched off – The light-emitting diodes flash for 2 seconds, rapidly, then slowly. The passenger compartment monitoring and inclination sensor are switched off in the multi-purpose display in the instrument panel...
  • Page 33: Power Windows

    Make sure nobody can be injured when the win- dows close. f Remove the ignition key or switch ignition off in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive to shut off power to the window switches when the vehicle is not attended by a responsible person.
  • Page 34 One-touch operation for front windows Comfort function for vehicles without f Pull or press rocker switch to its final position Porsche Entry & Drive in the driver’s door. Opening and closing windows Window moves to its final position. Press or pull again to stop the window in the Warning! desired position.
  • Page 35 Comfort function for vehicles with Storing final position of the door windows Safety button Porsche Entry & Drive The end positions of the door windows are lost The power windows, the central locking buttons when the battery is disconnected and reconnect-...
  • Page 36: Front Seats

    Front seats Seat position A correct sitting position is important for safe and Danger! fatigue-free driving. We recommend the following The seat may move unexpectedly if you at- procedure for adjusting the driver’s seat to suit tempt to adjust while driving. This could individual requirements: cause sudden loss of control or personal in- 1.
  • Page 37: Front Seat With Memory

    A and car keys. (in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive). The stored positions for each seat are recalled automatically. Cancelling setting Automatic settings can be cancelled immediately by pressing any seat adjustment button.
  • Page 38 A - Control switch for door mirror adjustment within 10 seconds, hold down one of the per- C - Passenger mirror setting cles that have Porsche Entry & Drive. son buttons (1, 2 or 3) until an acknowledge 7. Press the SET memory button within tone is obtained.
  • Page 39: Easy Entry Function

    Porsche Entry & Drive, the ignition is switched on, the seat and steering wheel move into the stored position.
  • Page 40: Headrests

    Rear seats Adjusting f Press button B and push the headrest all the The heights of the headrests for the front seats way down. and the outer headrests for the rear seats can be f Press button A and, at the same time, pull the adjusted.
  • Page 41: Rear Seats

    Rear Seats On vehicles with automatically controlled four-zone air conditioning: The rear seats are divided and can be folded Safety button forward individually to make the loadspace bigger. f Press the safety button in the driver's door Caution! armrest before folding the rear seats forward. Risk of damage to seat cushions, backrest, The rear control panel for the air conditioning and seat belt if only the backrest is folded...
  • Page 42 5. Raise seat cushion vertically. 6. Pull release lever A and fold the backrest 7. Insert mounting hook on the seat cushion in forward. the eyelet of the backrest (arrow). Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 43 Positioning rear seats 8. Insert headrest B into the receiver in the seat 3. Fold seat cushion forward. cushion (arrow). 4. Push seat cushion under the backrest. 1. Remove the headrests from the seat cushion. 5. Press seat cushion downward at the front. 2.
  • Page 44: Heated Seats - Front And Rear

    A - Front seat, left C - Rear seat, left B - Front seat, right D - Rear seat, right Heated Seats – Front and Rear Switching on f Turn thumb wheel until the desired position is The seat heating is ready for operation when the ignition is on.
  • Page 45 A - Switches seat heating on Controlling the temperature B - Switches seat heating off f Move button C or button D upwards or down- C - Temperature control for left seat D - Temperature control for right seat wards until the desired position is reached. Switching off Rear seat heating in vehicles with an f Press button B.
  • Page 46: Safety Belts

    The shoulder belt should always rest on your f If safety belts do not work properly, see your upper body. The shoulder belt should never be authorized Porsche dealer immediately. worn behind your back or under your arm. f If the belts show damage to webbing, bindings,...
  • Page 47 If there is a fault in the belt tensioner system, the airbag warning light lights up. Work may be performed on the belt tensioner system only by an authorized Porsche dealer. Smoke is released when the belt tensioners are triggered.
  • Page 48 f The belt cannot be pulled out while accelerat- ing and slowing down, when cornering and when driving uphill. f Insert the belt tongue into the appropriate buckle on the inboard side of the seat, until it locks securely with an audible click. f Make sure that belts are not trapped or twist- ed, and that they are not rubbing on sharp edg- f The horizontal section of the belt should al-...
  • Page 49 Safety belt height adjustment Adjusting belt height electrically f Operate rocker switch B in the desired The heights of the belt deflectors for the driver’s direction until the optimal belt adjustment is seat, passenger’s seat and the outer rear seats reached.
  • Page 50: Airbag Systems

    Airbag Systems The airbags in combination with the safety belts make up a safety system which offers the driver and the passenger the greatest known protection from injuries in case of accident. Your vehicle is equipped with weight sensing for the passenger's seat in accordance with U.S.
  • Page 51 These instructions ger's seat and to the seat base frame. can be obtained at any authorized Porsche dealer. rim. Never rest your hands on the airbag panel. f Do not undertake any wiring for electrical ac-...
  • Page 52 Function of the airbag system Advanced Airbag Seat adjustment for the passenger's seat Your vehicle is equipped with weight sensing for If the seat is in an extreme position (e.g., the back- The front airbags are triggered during a frontal col- the passenger's seat in accordance with U.S.
  • Page 53 To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- f Please observe the chapter “WARNING LIGHTS bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- AND WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 124. mends: f Under all normal circumstances, the child seat PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp must be placed in the rear.
  • Page 54 AND WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 124. airbag is switched off. If you sell your Porsche, notify the purchaser that f In the following cases you should immedi- the vehicle is equipped with airbags, and refer...
  • Page 55: Child Restraint Systems

    Porsche and the appropriate child age Children of this age must be transported in a re- groups. Other systems have not been tested and –...
  • Page 56 Porsche dealer about the possible installation To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- of a Porsche child restraint system. bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- Danger! mends: f If a child restraint system must be fastened to...
  • Page 57 If the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” indicator lamp lights up, it could indicate a fault in the system. In this case: f Carry the passenger on the rear bench. f Have the fault remedied at your nearest author- ized Porsche dealer. Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 58 Before transporting a child on the passenger seat: To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- f Please observe the chapter “CHILD RES- mends: TRAINT SYSTEMS” on Page 55.
  • Page 59 2. Then make certain that the belt has fully re- tracted. At this point the automatic locking fea- ture will be disengaged. Seek appropriate advice from your authorized Porsche dealer about the possible installation of a Porsche child restraint system. Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 60 These systems have been tested and adjusted to airbag deployment. the interior of your Porsche and the appropriate To reduce risk of injury from an inflating air- child age groups. Other systems have not been bag in an accident, Porsche strongly recom- tested and could entail an increased risk of injury.
  • Page 61: Child Restraint Anchorages

    If your child restraint seat or seats require the use of a tether strap, you will want to use the anchor points A provided behind the rear bench back- rests. To ensure proper installation, see your authorized Porsche dealer. Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 62: Steering Wheel

    10 and more bars. The steering wheel heating switches itself off The Porsche Tiptronic is a six-speed transmission again after a warm-up phase, or is switched off, and features an “automatic” and a “manual” gear- when the interior temperature setting in the dis- shift mode.
  • Page 63 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. f Do not adjust the steering wheel when driving. Risk of crushing due to uncontrolled recall of seat memory settings.
  • Page 64: Multi-Functional Steering Wheel

    Please observe the operating instructions sup- when driving. This could distract you from the traffic and plied for the Porsche communication systems cause you to lose control of the vehicle. before operating the function keys. f Operate the components while driving only if Note on operation the traffic situation allows you to do so safely.
  • Page 65 Please observe the operating instructions sup- es on automatically. Using the buttons on the back of the steering plied for the Porsche communication systems – Select available audio source. Depending on the equipment in your wheel (arrow), the lighting for the function keys before operating the function keys.
  • Page 66: Interior Mirror

    Please read the operating instructions sup- Initial position – lever forward Source selection Anti-dazzle setting – lever back plied for the Porsche communication systems before operating the function keys. – Select available audio source. Note on operation Depending on the equipment in your...
  • Page 67: Door Mirrors

    Warning! Adjusting the door mirrors synchronously Risk of accident. Vehicles or objects appear In the multi-purpose display of the instrument pan- el, you have the option of adjusting the door mir- smaller in convex mirrors and further away rors synchronously. than they are in reality.
  • Page 68 Door mirror heating Preconditions – Vehicle must be equipped with seat memory. The door mirror heater is ready for operation – Control switch A must be turned to position C when the ignition is switched on. (passenger mirror’s setting). Switching on –...
  • Page 69: Automatic Anti-Dazzle Mirror

    Warning! Note on operation The incident light in the area of light sensors G Danger of injury. Electrolyte fluid can must not be restricted (e.g. by stickers on the emerge from broken mirror glass. This fluid windshield). irritates the skin and eyes. f If the electrolyte fluid should come into contact Switching off automatic anti-dazzle with the skin or eyes, immediately rinse it off...
  • Page 70: Ignition Lock/Steering Lock

    1 - Ignition on pulled out of the ignition lock. 2 - Start engine For vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive 3 - Ignition off you do not need to insert the key into the ignition lock again but merely keep it with you. The ignition...
  • Page 71 Ignition lock position 1 Locking the steering column 10 seconds. Ignition on Vehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive If necessary, repeat the starting procedure af- f Turn ignition key to position 1. ter a pause of approx. 10 seconds. The steering column is automatically locked Turn the ignition key to ignition lock position 3 Ignition is switched on.
  • Page 72: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    f Do not warm up the engine when stationary. Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting vehicles with manual transmission Drive off immediately. f Please observe the chapter “IMMOBILIZER” on Avoid high revolutions and full throttle until the f Operate footbrake. Page 21.
  • Page 73 In vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive: Please observe the chapter “EMERGENCY correct starting mixture. STARTING WITH JUMPER CABLES” on 1. Remove the Porsche Entry & Drive control unit f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2. Page 355. from the ignition lock.
  • Page 74 The control unit always remains in the ignition f Carry out work in these areas only with the en- lock in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & gine off and exercise extreme caution. Drive.
  • Page 75: Parking Brake

    Applying the parking brake Releasing the parking brake f Press down firmly on the foot pedal. f Press on the footbrake and pull handle A of the The warning light in the instrument panel lights parking brake. The warning light and the message disappear. A message will be displayed on the multi-pur- pose display of the instrument panel if the parking brake is not released before moving...
  • Page 76: Brakes

    Therefore, always maintain a safe distance driving the car. recommend having the brake system checked by from the car in front of you. experts at an authorized Porsche dealer. Caution! A partially engaged brake will overheat the rear brakes, reduce their effectiveness and cause excessive wear.
  • Page 77 Brake system function Warning! Brake warning light USA Risk of an accident. In the unlikely event of Your Porsche is equipped with a power assisted Brake warning light hydraulic failure of one brake circuit: hydraulic dual circuit brake system with disc...
  • Page 78 Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you erly. Brakes will dry after a few cautious brake ap- floor mats of the correct size including a secur- plications.
  • Page 79 Do not continue to operate the vehicle. Have your authorized Porsche dealer inspect or replace the brake pads. f Please observe the chapter “WARNING LIGHTS AND WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 124.
  • Page 80 Page 374. we recommend having the brake system In heavy rain, while driving through water or after checked by experts at an authorized Porsche leaving a car wash, the braking action may be de- dealer. layed and increased pressure may be required.
  • Page 81 Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 82: Instrument Panel Usa Models

    Instrument Panel USA Models Warning and indicator lights on the A Oil temperature gauge speedometer B Tachometer Warning and indicator lights on the C Clock Trailer turn signal tachometer Indicator light D Clock reset button Emission Control warning light E Cooling system temperature gauge Rear fog light indicator light (Check Engine) F Multi-purpose display...
  • Page 83 Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 84: Instrument Panel Canada Models

    Instrument Panel Canada Models Warning and indicator lights on the A Oil temperature gauge speedometer B Tachometer Warning and indicator lights on the C Clock Trailer turn signal tachometer Indicator light D Clock reset button Emission Control warning light E Cooling system temperature gauge Rear fog light indicator light (Check Engine) F Multi-purpose display...
  • Page 85 Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 86: Oil Temperature Gauge

    Tachometer Oil Temperature Gauge The start of the red zone on the tachometer scale A warning message will appear on the multi-pur- is a visual warning of the maximum permissible en- pose display of the instrument panel if the engine gine speed.
  • Page 87: Cooling System

    If the cooling system is in any way faulty, con- ized Porsche dealer. ized Porsche dealer. f Please observe the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” sult your authorized Porsche dealer. on Page 267. Temperature gauge Note on operation USA: Display in °F To prevent excessive temperatures, the cooling Canada: Display in °C...
  • Page 88: Fuel

    Fuel reserve warning When the engine is running, the warning light on the multi-purpose display of the instrument panel lights up if less than 3 gallons (12 liters) of fuel re- Odometer Fuel mains in the tank or the range on remaining fuel falls below approx.
  • Page 89: Clock

    Clock A is adjusted on the multi-purpose display in the instrument panel: f Press button B. The SETTINGS > CLOCK menu is automatical- ly opened on the multi-purpose display. f Please observe the chapter “CLOCK” on Page 116. Clock Danger! Risk of an accident and loss of control.
  • Page 90: Voltmeter

    If the steering assistance fails, more effort will If the indicator is continually below 12 volts be required to steer. when the engine is running: f Please have the battery charging system checked at an authorized Porsche dealer. Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 91: Emission Control

    The faults are recorded in the control unit's fault lytic converter) go immediately to the nearest memory. f Contact your nearest authorized Porsche deal- authorized Porsche dealer to have the fault The warning light in the instrument panel lights up diagnosed and rectified.
  • Page 92: Multi-Purpose Display

    Multi-Purpose Display To call selected menu line f Press RESET switch. Warning! To scroll in the menu There is a danger of accident if you set or Arrows at the top and bottom of the menu indicate operate the on-board computer, radio, navi- additional entries.
  • Page 93: Basic Screens

    Basic Screens Changing basic screens Information in the basic screen f Operate the rocker switch. The following basic screens are available once the The selected basic screen shows the following: ignition has been switched on: – Top display A: Resetting basic screens –...
  • Page 94: Main Menu

    General information The submenus are listed: – Telephone Range on remaining fuel – MPH limit The range on remaining fuel is continuously recomputed while driving based on fuel level, – Vehicle info current consumption and average consumption. – Tire pressure Average speed –...
  • Page 95 Telephone No net, Phone off, Enter PIN, Insert SIM The PHONE menu offers a choice of five card submenus: MAIN MENU > PHONE f Select PHONE with the rocker switch. If the link to the network is lost, no PIN is entered, –...
  • Page 96 Last numbers Important numbers Phone book MAIN MENU > PHONE > LAST NUMBERS MAIN MENU > PHONE > IMPORTANT NUMBERS MAIN MENU > PHONE > PHONE BOOK The LAST NUMBERS menu shows the most recent The IMPORTANT NUMBERS menu shows numbers The PHONE BOOK menu shows the entries of the entries dialled via the respective SIM card.
  • Page 97 Missed calls Phone info Accepting, refusing, ending a call MAIN MENU > PHONE > MISSED CALLS MAIN MENU > PHONE > PHONE INFO Incoming calls are shown on the multi-purpose display (PHONE INFO must be activated). The telephone numbers of the rejected calls are Automatic indication of an incoming call on the f Select ACCEPT or REFUSE with the rocker shown in the MISSED CALLS menu.
  • Page 98: Mph Limit

    MPH limit Accepting current speed Preset speed MAIN MENU > MPH LIMIT To accept the current speed as the limit: To accept a target speed as the limit: f Select CURRENT MPH with the rocker switch. f Select XXX MPH SET with the rocker switch. A speed limit can be entered to monitor the driving speed.
  • Page 99 The following information can be displayed: Vehicle info Activating/deactivating the limit – Warnings f Select LIMIT ACTIVE with the rocker switch. MAIN MENU > VEHICLE INFO All current warnings and messages pertaining f Select VEHICLE INFO with the rocker switch. f Press RESET switch.
  • Page 100 The level is set using the rocker switch behind Warning messages indicate possible faults. Any warning messages are displayed. f Go to an authorized Porsche dealer the selector lever in the center console. f Select warnings one after the other with the f Please observe the chapter “AIR SUSPENSION...
  • Page 101 Note on operation f The driving program is set using the rocker switch behind the selector lever in the center console. f Please observe the chapter “DRIVING PROGRAMS FOR ON-ROAD AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING” on Page 229. Locks/reduction Average consumption MAIN MENU > VEHICLE INFO > MAIN MENU >...
  • Page 102: Tire Pressure

    Defective tires must be immediately replaced f Before fitting tires approved by Porsche which by a specialist repair shop. are not stored in the on-board computer, the Tire repairs are not permissible under any missing information should be supplemented circumstances.
  • Page 103 The values displayed on the basic screen there- fore do not allow conclusions to be drawn about possible pressure deviations. f Use the pressure differences shown in the TIRE PRESSURE menu or from tire pressure mes- sages or warnings when correcting the tire pressure.
  • Page 104 Note The spare wheel and collapsible spare wheel do not contain a wheel transmitter and are not monitored by the tire pressure monitoring. The tire pressures for cold tires (68 °F/20 °C) are shown in the TIRE PRESSURE menu (filling informa- tion) during the learning phase.
  • Page 105 The following settings made in this menu serve as the basis on which the tire pressure monitoring determines the correct pressure. – Tires Select the type and size of the tires on the vehicle. – Load Select the type of loading. –...
  • Page 106 Note Before fitting tires approved by Porsche which are not stored in the multi-purpose display, the missing information should be supplemented in the multi-purpose display. f Go to an authorized Porsche dealer immediately. Speed limits for tires Danger! Risk of accident due to excessive speed.
  • Page 107 Spare wheel Collapsible spare wheel Tire sealant/sealing set Warning! Warning! Warning! Risk of accident. Risk of accident. Risk of accident. The spare wheel does not contain a wheel The spare wheel does not contain a wheel f Have the tire replaced by a specialist repair transmitter and is not monitored by the tire transmitter and is not monitored by the tire shop as soon as possible.
  • Page 108 Selecting load f Select type of load with the rocker switch. f Press RESET switch. The set load status is shown. Deviations from the required pressure are shown in the menu TIRE PRESSURE > SETTINGS (filling information). f Correct the pressure. Load MAIN MENU >...
  • Page 109 Switching on tire pressure monitoring f Select ON with the rocker switch. f Press RESET switch. The display automatically returns to the menu TIRE PRESSURE > SETTINGS. f Check whether the settings in the menu agree with the tires mounted on the vehicle. Correct any incorrect settings before driving the vehi- cle.
  • Page 110 Tire pressure warnings and messages The tire pressure monitoring warns about loss in pressure in two stages, depending on the amount of pressure loss: Stage 1 – Tire pressure too low message (3 to 6 psi (0.2 to 0.4 bar) loss in pressure) Stage 2 –...
  • Page 111 Message indicating a flat tire while the Message indicating a flat tire after the system is learning learning phase has been completed This warning message indicates a flat tire with a This warning message indicates a flat tire with a pressure loss of at least 6 psi (0.4 bar).
  • Page 112 Adding air Sealing set 1. Inflate the tire. 1. Remedy the tire damage with a tire sealant. Please observe the chapter “TIRE SEALANT” For vehicles without air suspension: Please ob- on Page 317. serve the chapter “REDUCING FILLING PRES- 2. After filling in the flat with the tire sealant, se- SURE ON VEHICLES WITHOUT AIR SUSPENSI- lect menu item SEALING SET.
  • Page 113 Warning “When vehicle stops: Wheel change message Message “Spare wheel or sealing set Hit selection” operation” The WHEEL CHANGE? CHECK SETTINGS If you drive off after changing a wheel or inflating message appears after a wheel change, if the tire The message SPARE WHEEL OR SEALING SET the tires and neglect to make a selection in the type and tire size of the new tires have not been...
  • Page 114 Yes: No monitoring Tire pressure monitoring warning light – In case of sealing-set operation, the menu In the event of faults the tire pressure monitoring f All warnings and messages in the tire pressure changes directly to the basic screen. All cannot monitor the tire pressure.
  • Page 115 In accordance with physical principles, the air Insufficient tire pressure can cause tires to pressure changes as the temperature changes. overheat and thus be damaged – even invisibly. The tire pressure increases or decreases by Hidden tire damage is not eliminated by subse- around 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) for a temperature change quently correcting the tire pressure.
  • Page 116 Settings Clock To select 12 h mode: f Select 12 h MODE with the rocker switch. MAIN MENU > SETTINGS MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > CLOCK f Press RESET switch. The following functions can be selected in the To set the clock: main menu SETTINGS: f Select time with the rocker switch.
  • Page 117 Compass MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > COMPASS If you drive your vehicle across the magnetic field zone set on the multi-purpose display, you must Calibrating enter your current zone in the COMPASS menu (see illustration). In rare cases, external disturbances may necessi- tate calibration of the compass.
  • Page 118 Alarm Passenger compartment Comfort MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > COMFORT > ALARM The alarm is triggered if motion is detected in the MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > COMFORT interior with the doors closed (e.g. if a window is The passenger compartment monitoring system broken in a theft).
  • Page 119 Only the driver's door is unlocked. control. The door of the access side is unlocked in vehicles equipped with Porsche Entry & Drive. Therefore: 1. Select the desired setting with the rocker Vehicle side switch.
  • Page 120 AUTO LOCK on and AUTO UNLOCK on independent of the setting for door unlocking. On vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive, the doors Doors lock automatically when a speed of approx. are unlocked when the ignition is switched off 6 km/h (4 mph) is exceeded.
  • Page 121 Signal Mirrors Lighting MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > COMFORT > DOOR MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > COMFORT > MIRRORS MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > LIGHTS OPENING > SIGNAL When this function is active, the mirrors move You can set the duration the lights remain on after If the function TURN SIGNALS is active, opening of simultaneously and in the same direction.
  • Page 122 f Select the desired item with the rocker switch and the RESET switch. f Activate or deactivate the desired units with the RESET switch. Units Language MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > UNITS MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > LANGUAGE f Select language with the rocker switch. The UNITS menu offers the following options: f Press RESET switch.
  • Page 123 Factory settings Resetting f Select RESET with the rocker switch. MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > FACTORY SETTINGS f Press RESET switch. All settings made (Clock, Comfort, Lights, Units, Language) can be reset to the factory settings. Note This will delete all personal settings selected up to this point.
  • Page 124: Warning Lights And Warning Messages

    Meaning/measures panel display Steering faulty Steering lock engaged. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Ignition lock faulty Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. System fault – Workshop Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
  • Page 125 Instrument Multi-purpose Text display Meaning/measures panel display Immobiliser active Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Check left cornering light Check bulb. Check right cornering light Check bulb. Check dipped beam Check bulb. Check trailer lights Check bulb.
  • Page 126 Instrument Multi-purpose Text display Meaning/measures panel display Passenger airbag switched on Advanced Airbag - displays when the passenger's airbag switches on or displays for approx. 10 seconds with the passen- ger's airbag switched on after switching on the ignition Passenger's airbag deactivated Advanced Airbag - displays when the passenger's airbag deacti- vates or displays for approx.
  • Page 127 Battery/generator warning Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Starting engine The battery discharges if the engine is not running and loads are switched on.
  • Page 128 Please refuel Topping up washer fluid Oil level monitoring – Failure – Workshop Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Checking the oil level Oil pressure too low Immediately stop in a suitable place and switch engine off.
  • Page 129 Current setting of Porsche Active Suspension Management. Warning – Air suspension Stop in a suitable place. Do not continue driving. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Air suspension faulty – Workshop Drive carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
  • Page 130 Warning – Parking lock! Do not continue driving. Apply the parking brake. Operate footbrake. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Warning – off-road anti-roll bar The anti-roll bars cannot be engaged; the system is faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest workshop. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 131 Instrument Multi-purpose Text display Meaning/measures panel display Passenger’s door open All unlocked doors and lids are displayed when the vehicle exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h). Rear left door open All unlocked doors and lids are displayed when the vehicle exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h). Rear right door open All unlocked doors and lids are displayed when the vehicle exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h).
  • Page 132: Light Switch

    Note on operation If the ignition key is withdrawn and the door is opened while the lights (not the parking light) are on, an acoustic signal (gong) warns of possible battery discharge. In some countries, differences are possible due to provisions of law. Light switch with driving light assistant Light switch without driving light assistant Light Switch...
  • Page 133 Risk of accident due to driving without lights. The driving light assistant is a comfort function. f Always carefully monitor the automatic driving Your Porsche’s driving light (low beam) is switched The Bi-Xenon main headlights are equipped with on and off automatically, irrespective of the ambi- an additional light in vehicles with a cornering light control.
  • Page 134: Instrument Illumination

    A - Instrument lighting knob system must be checked by an authorized Porsche dealer. Instrument Illumination When the light is switched on, the brightness of the instrument illumination can be adjusted by turning thumb wheel A.
  • Page 135: Turn Signal/High Beam/Headlight Flasher Stalk

    Note on operation When the high beam is switched on or the head- light flasher is operated, the blue indicator light on the speedometer is lit. Parking light The parking light can only be switched on when the ignition is switched off. f Move the lever up or down to switch on the right or left parking light.
  • Page 136: Emergency Flasher

    Danger! 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 approach- ing from the rear may not realize your vehicle is stopped and cause a collision.
  • Page 137: Windshield Wiper/Washer Stalk

    f Always switch the windscreen wipers off (posi- Windshield Wiper/Washer Stalk tion 0) before opening the engine compart- ment lid. If the wiper arms are not in position Warning! 0, they will automatically move to this position Danger of injury when the windshield wipers when the engine compartment lid is opened.
  • Page 138 Changing the sensitivity of the rain sensor 5 – Front windshield wipers and washer sys- Sensitivity can be set with switch A in 4 stages: f Pull wiper stalk towards the steering wheel. f Adjust switch A upwards – The washer system sprays and wipes while the high sensitivity.
  • Page 139 These residues can only be removed using a operation special cleaning solution. f Push wiper stalk forward briefly. The washer Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer system sprays and the rear window wiper goes for further information. through three wipe cycles.
  • Page 140: Cruise Control

    Warning! Switching cruise control readiness on Risk of accident while using cruise control in f Pull back the operating lever to position 1 until heavy traffic and consequent personal injury, it clicks audibly into place. on twisting roads or under unfavorable road conditions (e.g.
  • Page 141 Cruise control operation is automatically interrupt- slopes). ed if the speed is increased by more than approx. – If Porsche Stability Management (PSM) inter- 16 mph (25 km/h) for longer than 20 seconds. venes for longer than 0.2 seconds. – If Low Range is switched on.
  • Page 142 Resuming the stored speed f Pull back the operating lever to position 1. Note on operation The stored speed should only be recalled when traffic conditions and the road surface so permit. Switching cruise control readiness off f Push forward the operating lever to position 2 until it clicks audibly into place.
  • Page 143: Vents

    Changing air flow direction Fresh-air intake f Swivel vent fins B in the desired direction. In order to ensure unhindered air intake: f Keep the fresh-air intake between the wind- Note on operation shield and the engine compartment lid free Fresh air or conditioned fresh air can be delivered from snow, ice and leaves.
  • Page 144: Heated Rear Window

    Cover Flap of the Air-Conditioning Control Panel Opening the cover flap f Swivel cover flap on the handle (arrow) down- wards. Other buttons for operating the air-con- ditioning system are uncovered. Sensors To avoid damaging the air-conditioning system: f Do not cover the sun sensor on the instrument panel and temperature sensor E on the front control panel of the air-conditioning system.
  • Page 145: Manual Air Conditioning

    A - Windscreen defroster B - Heated rear window C - Recirculated air D - Air-conditioning display E - Air-quantity button F - Air to windscreen G - Air to central and side vents H - Air to footwell I - ECON button (air-conditioning compressor off/on) J - REST button (engine residual heat) K - Temperature button Manual Air Conditioning...
  • Page 146 Setting temperature Setting air quantity Defrost windscreen f Use button K to select the interior temperature f Push button E or K up or down for air quantity. f Press button A. to suit personal comfort. The selected air quantity is shown in a bar Indicator light lights up.
  • Page 147 Switching circulating-air mode on Air to windscreen f Press button F. The air flows to the windscreen. Warning! Air to central Risk of accident due to hampered vision. In and side vents circulating-air mode, the windows may mist f Press button G. f Only select circulating-air mode for short The air flows from the central and side vents.
  • Page 148: Automatically Controlled Two-Zone Air Conditioning

    A - Windshield defroster B - Heated rear window C - AUTO button (automatic mode) D - Recirculated air, automatic recirculated air E - Temperature sensor F - Air-conditioning display G - Air-quantity button, for the left or right side H - Temperature button, left side I - Air to windshield K - Air to central and side vents...
  • Page 149 Automatic mode Setting temperature Setting air quantity f Press AUTO button C. To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature f Push button G up or down to adjust the air Indicator light in button lights up. can be adjusted between 61°F and 85°F (16°C quantity.
  • Page 150 Defrosting the windshield Switching circulating-air mode on Air to windshield f Press button A. f Press button I. Indicator light in button lights up. The air flows to the windshield. Warning! The air flows to the windshield and the front Risk of accident due to hampered vision.
  • Page 151 (“LO”), switch off the air-condi- The air-conditioning compressor is switched tioning compressor and have the fault remedied at off. an authorized Porsche dealer. Switching air-conditioning compressor on f If the interior temperature is too high: Press ECON button M or Press AUTO button C.
  • Page 152: Automatically Controlled Four-Zone Air Conditioning

    Control panel for air-conditioned areas – front and rear A - Windshield defroster B - Heated rear window C - AUTO button (automatic mode) REST button (engine residual heat) D - Recirculated air, automatic recirculated air E - Temperature sensor F - Air-conditioning display G - Air-quantity button, left H - Temperature button, left...
  • Page 153 Control panel for air-conditioned areas at the rear C - AUTO button (automatic mode) F - Air-conditioning/seat heating display G - Air-quantity button, left H - Temperature button, left; seat heating, left I - Air to vent, left door post K - Air to left central vent (center console) L - Air to footwell, left O - Air to vent, right door post...
  • Page 154 Switching MONO function on Setting temperature Automatic mode The temperature and air quantity settings for the To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature You can switch to automatic mode for the front driver’s side can be accepted for the entire for each of the four air-conditioned areas can be and rear air-conditioned areas, independently of vehicle.
  • Page 155 Setting air quantity Defrosting the windshield Switching circulating-air mode on f Press button A on the front control panel. The air quantity can be selected individually for each of the four air-conditioned areas. Indicator light lights up. Warning! The air flows to the windshield and the front f Push button for air quantity up or down.
  • Page 156 Press button L. f If the interior temperature is too high: an authorized Porsche dealer. The air flows to the footwell. Press ECON button N or Press the AUTO button C.
  • Page 157 REST mode Controlling rear air-conditioned areas with the front control panel f Press button M. Using engine residual heat The Symbol appears on the display. The residual heat of the engine can be used to The rear air-conditioned areas can be control- heat the interior up to 20 minutes after the ignition led from the front control panel.
  • Page 158: Parking Heater

    The parking heater is operated using the following buttons on the front air-conditioning control panel: Switch parking heater on and off Activate program Start programming Call memories Set ON times Activate heating function Set ON times Activate ventilating function – A - “...
  • Page 159 Notes on operation Switching parking heater on and The parking heater runs on fuel, and it therefore cannot be switched on after the reserve warning Switching on lights up. f Press ON/OFF button C. f Please observe the chapter “FUEL RESERVE The programed parking heating or parking ven- WARNING”...
  • Page 160 Programming function 1. Switch ignition off. 2. Press TIMER button on the front air-conditioning control panel. The symbols for the parking heating H or parking ventilation E function flash on the display. 3. Select function. Press “+” button for parking heating or “–”...
  • Page 161 Programming ON times Activating the memory Example: 1. Switch ignition off. The parking heater runs for 30 minutes. It then The parking heater is to activate the parking switches itself off automatically. heating function at 9:48 a.m. 2. Press TIMER button. The program must be reactivated for every subse- To do this: 3.
  • Page 162 The parking heater is not ready for operation. f Please consult an authorized Porsche dealer. If the temperature rises, the overheating protec- tion switches the parking heater off automatically. The parking heater is not ready for operation.
  • Page 163 Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 164: Sun Visors

    Note on operation Please note that sun visor B must be swivelled upwards before swivelling back sun visor A. Otherwise, sun visor B can no longer be swivelled upwards. Sun Visors Make-up mirror The make-up mirror on the rear of the sun visor is Warning! closed with a sliding cover.
  • Page 165: Sun Blinds, Rear Side Windows

    Pulling out sun blinds f Pull out sun blind (arrow) and engage in holders A. Retracting sun blinds f Disengage the sun blind from holders A and carefully guide it back into the retractor roller. Sun Blinds, Rear Side Windows The sun blinds in the rear door trim panels can be pulled out.
  • Page 166: Interior Lighting

    Interior light, front Switching on f Move switch C to the left. Switching on and off automatically f Move switch C to the right. The lights are switched on when a door is un- locked or opened or when the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock.The lights are switched off with a delay of approx.
  • Page 167 Switching on and off automatically f Move toggle switch to center position. The lights are switched on when a door is un- locked or opened or when the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock.The lights are switched off with a delay of approx. 30 seconds after the door is closed.
  • Page 168: Comfort Lighting

    – Side marker light the following lights when the vehicle is unlocked by A - Button for dimming the comfort lighting – Lincense plate lights. remote control or by Porsche Entry & Drive: Comfort Lighting – Low beam Note on operation f Set light switch to auto.
  • Page 169: Sliding/Lifting Roof

    Always withdraw ignition key when leaving the vehicle or switch ignition off in vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive. Always take the ig- A - Closes sliding/lifting roof completely B - Opens sliding/lifting roof to comfort setting nition key with you when leaving the vehicle.
  • Page 170 A - Closing sliding/lifting roof completely C - Opening sliding/lifting roof completely Comfort function on vehicles without Porsche Entry & Drive f Turn knob to switch position A. f Turn knob beyond stop position B to switch po- sition C.
  • Page 171 Emergency operation of sliding/lifting roof If the sliding/lifting roof is defective, this can be closed or opened manually. Warning! Risk of serious personal injury and damage to the sliding/lifting roof during emergency operation. f Take care to ensure that nobody can be injured when the sliding/lifting roof is operated.
  • Page 172 To close the roof – turn to the right. To open the roof – turn to the left. 6. Remove the key and return it to the storage tray. 7. Clip in cover. f Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 173: Panorama Roof System

    Panorama roof system Caution! Risk of damage when activating the The Panorama roof system of your Porsche Panorama roof system due to improperly consists of a total of four roof elements. atteched roof elements. Roof element 1 is the draft deflector. This...
  • Page 174 The roller blind will open automatically to the vehicle or switch ignition off in vehicles that selected opening width. have Porsche Entry & Drive. Always take the ignition key with you when leaving the vehicle. D - Raises sliding/lifting roof element Uninformed persons (e.g.
  • Page 175 Comfort function on vehicles without Force limiter for the Panorama roof Save final position of the Panorama roof Porsche Entry & Drive system system Opening and closing the Panorama roof All roof elements are equipped with a force limiter. After disconnecting/reconnecting the vehicle...
  • Page 176 Opening/closing the roller blind Roller blind cleaning position The rocker switch has a two-stage function: 1. Close Panorama roof system and roller blind completely. – If the rocker switch is pressed to the first stage, the roller blind opens or closes as long 2.
  • Page 177 Emergency operation of the Panorama roof system Use emergency operation only under exceptional circumstances if the electric emergency closing function cannot be implemented and the end position cannot be stored. f Before using emergency operation, please check whether the fuse is defective. After the fuse has been changed, the limit positions of the Panorama roof system will have to be stored again.
  • Page 178 4. Hold the key in this position and turn. To close the roof – turn clockwise. To open the roof – turn counter-clockwise. Note on operation When using emergency closing for the sliding/ lifting roof element, make sure that the roof element is completely closed (center position between sliding and lifting roof position).
  • Page 179: Parking Aids

    Parking Aids Gearshift lever position: – R – ParkAssist is activated for the front and ParkAssist rear areas. – In all other gearshift positions – ParkAssist ParkAssist provides a visual and acoustic indica- is activated for the front area. tion to the driver of the distance between the vehicle and a large obstacle.
  • Page 180 Note on operation The rear ultrasound sensors may not function correctly if tires that have not been recommended by Porsche are fitted on the spare wheel bracket. If the spare wheel bracket is open, this may impair Front ultrasound sensors Rear ultrasound sensors the function of the rear ultrasound sensors.
  • Page 181 B - Front display – right monitoring area D - Rear display – left monitoring area justed to your own requirements at your author- ized Porsche dealer. Warning indicators, signal tones, distances If ParkAssist is activated, the green light seg-...
  • Page 182 All red light segments of the active warning indica- f Please have the fault remedied at an author- tors light up when there is a temporary fault in ized Porsche dealer. ParkAssist. Note Correct operation is no longer ensured if there is a temporary fault (e.g.
  • Page 183 Preconditions – Vehicle must be equipped with seat memory. – Control switch A must be turned to position C (passenger mirror’s setting). – Reverse gear must be engaged. Moving mirror to its initial position The mirror glass swivels to its initial position when: –...
  • Page 184: Garage Door Opener

    B - Light-emitting diode for status identification signal transfer. Garage Door Opener The programable garage door opener in your Porsche replaces up to three original hand-held transmitters used to operate a variety of devices (e.g. garage door, gate to the property, alarm system).
  • Page 185 Note Allocating garage door opener signals to f Please consult your authorized Porsche dealer the keys if you have not been able to successfully allo- f Please follow the operating instructions for the cate signals for the garage door opener to the original hand-held transmitter.
  • Page 186 Reprogramming an individual button of keypad A 1. Press the button of keypad A to be repro- gramed. Do not release the buttons before step 4 is executed. 2. When the light-emitting diode B flashes slowly (after approximately 20 seconds), point the original transmitter at the position marked.
  • Page 187: Ashtray

    Ashtray Warning! Danger of fire. f Never use ashtray for waste paper disposal, as it could pose a fire hazard. Ashtray, front Ashtray, rear Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, an Opening ashtray can be installed in the rear door panels. f Press ashtray lid briefly.
  • Page 188: Cigarette Lighter

    Cigarette Lighter Warning! Danger of fire and burning. The cigarette lighter is ready for use, regardless of the ig- nition lock position. f Do not leave children in the car unattended. f Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter.
  • Page 189: Car Audio Operation/Tips

    Electronic accessories should only be installed by til the disturbance has passed. your authorized Porsche dealer. Equipment which has not been tested and ap- proved by Porsche may impair radio reception. Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 190 Car Telephone and Aftermarket Alarms discs. Any portable telephone or radio transmitter which is used in a Porsche must be properly installed in f Use only compact discs labeled as shown, hav- Important legal and safety information re- accordance with the technical requirements of garding the use of cellular telephones ing no dirt, damage or warpage.
  • Page 191: Porsche Communication Management (Pcm).191

    Warning! ranty. Serious tire slip (e.g. spinning wheels on snow) f Consult your authorized Porsche dealer about There is a danger of accident if you set or may result in temporarily inaccurate navigation. operate the on-board computer, radio, navi-...
  • Page 192: Fire Extinguisher

    Fire extinguisher under the right front seat f Take the fire extinguisher out of the drawer un- der the seat. Note f Pay attention to the final control date on the fire extinguisher. If the fire extinguisher is used after its testing interval has elapsed, it may not function properly.
  • Page 193: Storage

    Storage Storage options – In the glasses case in the roof console Warning! – In the glove compartment, pen holder Unsecured luggage and heavy objects may come loose during braking, rapid directional – In the front and rear armrests changes or in an accident and cause serious –...
  • Page 194 Opening f Press button A and open cover. Locking f Always lock button A with the car key to secure the contents from unauthorized access. Glove compartment B - Thumb wheel for cooling the glove compartment C - Holder for pens Warning! Cooling the glove compartment.
  • Page 195 Storage trays in the armrest between the Storage tray in the rear armrest Opening the lower tray front seats f Press button B and lift top tray with the cover One storage tray is located in the armrest. closed. Two storages trays are located in the armrest. Opening the storage tray in the armrest Opening the top tray 1.
  • Page 196 Opening the storage compartment f Pull off the cover on the handle recess. Closing the storage compartment f First, insert the cover at the bottom and then close it until it clicks audibly into place. Caution! Risk of damage. f Because of the heat, the right-hand storage compartment cannot be used as such in vehicles that have air suspension with level control and height adjustment.
  • Page 197: Cupholder

    Cupholder You can place drinks cans and cups in the cup- holder. f Keep the cupholder closed while driving. Warning! Risk of accident, scalding or damage due to spilling drinks. f Only use cupholder when safe to do so it is. f Only use containers which fit.
  • Page 198 Closing the cover Opening rear cupholder DVD player under the right front seat f Insert the four guide lugs of the cover into their f Press on the cover of the cupholder (arrow). On vehicles with DVD navigation, the DVD player is openings (arrow).
  • Page 199: Rear Lid

    Rear Lid The equipment features “Porsche Entry & Drive” and “spare wheel bracket” affect operation of the rear lid. f Please observe the chapter “UNLOCKING VE- HICLE DOORS” on Page 22. f Please observe the chapter “SPARE WHEEL” on Page 331.
  • Page 200 Warning! Emergency operation of rear lid Danger of crushing. The rear lid is auto- If the rear lid cannot be opened with the radio matically pulled into the lock and locked. remote control (e.g., if the battery of the remote f Make sure that your fingers are not under the control is dead), the emergency operation must rear lid.
  • Page 201: Rear Window

    Always keep the rear window closed while f Press button 3 of the remote control for ap- driving. prox. 2 seconds. The rear window pops open. f Please observe the chapter “PORSCHE ENTRY & DRIVE” on Page 22. Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 202: Loadspace

    Loadspace Tie-down rings 2. Unclip prop B and insert it into receiver C in the loadspace floor. The maximum permissible load on the loadspace You can secure the load in the luggage compart- floor is 400 kg or 880 lbs. The weight must be dis- ment against slipping.
  • Page 203: Luggage Compartment Cover

    Luggage Compartment Cover The luggage can be protected against prying eyes with the luggage compartment cover. f Always pull out the luggage compartment cov- er when transporting objects in the luggage compartment. The luggage compartment cover is not de- signed to carry objects. f Do not hang bags or objects on the support brackets A.
  • Page 204: Engine Compartment Lid

    Engine Compartment Lid Opening Caution! Risk of damage to engine compartment lid or windshield wipers. f Make sure that the windshield wipers are not pulled out forwards when opening the engine compartment lid. f Always switch the windshield wipers off (posi- tion 0) before opening the engine compart- ment lid.
  • Page 205 Closing Danger! Risk of loss of control or an accident, result- ing in serious personal injury or death. f Should you notice at any time while driving that one of the lids is not secured properly, please stop immediately in a suitable place and close The front lid may fly up impairing vision.
  • Page 206: Luggage Safety Net

    Please observe the chapter “FOLDING REAR by an authorized Porsche dealer. f Pull the luggage safety net out and engage the SEATS FORWARD” on Page 41. fastening hooks on the left and right sides into the rings on the ceiling.
  • Page 207 Removing luggage safety net assembly from the rear seat backrest 1. Open both rear doors. 2. Fold down the left seat backrest first, followed by the right seat backrest. The seat cushions need not be folded for this purpose. f Please observe the chapter “FOLDING REAR SEATS FORWARD”...
  • Page 208: Ski Bag

    Ski Bag 2. Fold down the armrest of the rear seat back- 5. Pull out and unfold the ski bag. rest. 6. Insert objects into the ski bag from the Long objects such as skis can be transported in 3. Pull protective cover B off the Velcro strap at luggage compartment.
  • Page 209 Stowing ski bag 1. Empty ski bag. 2. Pull ski bag into the passenger compartment. 3. Close lid in the luggage compartment. 4. Carefully fold the ski bag and close the lid. 5. Put in the protective cover and secure it with the Velcro strap.
  • Page 210: Roof Transport System

    Please observe the chapter “WEIGHTS” on style appropriately. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to Page 387. f Since fuel consumption and noise are in- tell you about the manifold uses of the Roof Trans- f Distribute load evenly, with heavy items as low port System.
  • Page 211 Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 212: Trailer Coupling

    Trailer Coupling Electrical connection Warning! Your Porsche is equipped with a 7-pin connector A Risk of accident. for the electrical connection to the trailer. f Follow the operating instructions for the trailer recommended by the trailer manufacturer.
  • Page 213: Loading Information

    Loading Information The Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum The maximum load rating is the load rating for load limit for the front or the rear axle. This infor- a tire at the maximum permissble inflation pres- mation is located on the safety comliance sticker sure.
  • Page 214 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five - 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
  • Page 215 f If the rear seats are not occupied, the back- Stowing load in the vehicle Driving rests can be additionally secured with the safe- f The car's handling changes depending on the ty belts. Simply cross the outer safety belts Warning! vehicle loading.
  • Page 216 Towing a trailer Distributing the load Door mirrors f If the width of the trailer obstructs your view of f Distribute the load in the trailer so that heavy Warning! the traffic behind the trailer, you must have ad- objects are as close to the axle as possible. ditional door mirrors fitted.
  • Page 217 f Slow down immediately if the trailer starts to Driving with a trailer sway. Do not countersteer; brake if necessary. When towing a trailer you must under all circum- Never attempt to straighten out the car-trailer stances adapt your speed to prevailing road and combination by accelerating.
  • Page 218 Controls, Safety, Instruments...
  • Page 219: Shifting Gear, Traction Systems

    Selector Lever Positions ......222 Driving Programs for On-Road and Off-Road Driving........229 Power-Transmission and Running-Gear Control Systems ....235 Off-Road Driving ......... 245 Air Suspension with Level Control and Height Adjustment........ 254 Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) ............257 Shifting Gear, Traction Systems...
  • Page 220: Manual Transmission, Clutch

    Manual transmission, clutch Warning! Risk of accident. f Do not obstruct the pedal travel with floor mats or other objects. Floor mats of the correct size and with the appropriate fasteners are available from your authorized Porsche dealer. Shifting Gear, Traction Systems...
  • Page 221: Tiptronic S

    Tiptronic S Release button The release button (arrow) on the front side of the The Porsche Tiptronic is a six-speed transmission selector lever prevents unintentional gear chang- and features an “automatic” and a “manual” gear- shift mode. The release button must be pressed when shifting In automatic selection mode (selector lever po- to position R or P.
  • Page 222: Selector Lever Positions

    The transmission no longer shifts. mechanically locked. f To remedy the fault, immediately consult an au- f Engage parking lock only when vehicle is thorized Porsche dealer. stationary. f Engage parking lock after applying the park- ing brake and release it before releasing the parking brake.
  • Page 223 D - Automatic selection mode (in the road The corner is taken in the right gear, and when you The system leaves manual selection mode: driving program) accelerate out of the corner you do not have to – automatically after around 8 seconds change down.
  • Page 224 Kickdown Depending on the route profile, the gear-changing The system leaves manual selection mode: points are shifted towards higher or lower engine- The kickdown function is active in selector lever – Automatically after around 8 seconds speed ranges. On steep downhill stretches, up- position D.
  • Page 225 The currently selected gear is retained if you f To remedy the fault, please consult an author- change from D to M. ized Porsche dealer. If you change from M to D, the gear-changing map suitable for your current driving style is selected and the appropriate gear is selected.
  • Page 226 Push selector lever B forward in the M gate. switch to automatic mode. In this event, the instru- ment panel will display selector lever position D. f To remedy the fault, please consult an author- ized Porsche dealer. Shifting Gear, Traction Systems...
  • Page 227 3rd or 5th gear in selector position D and reverse gear R are now available and will allow you to reach the nearest authorized Porsche dealer. f Please go to your authorized Porsche dealer as soon as possible. Shifting Gear, Traction Systems...
  • Page 228 Selector lever emergency release 4. Lift trim C at the rear and carefully pull it off. 6. Press foam aside. 5. Unplug plug connection D. 7. Press locking lever E aside (to the left) using a In the event of an electrical fault, the selector lever suitable object.
  • Page 229: Driving Programs For On-Road And Off-Road Driving

    (such as ABS, off-road ABS and PSM, etc.) are pro- vided in your Porsche, with the aim of realising the best possible driving dynamics combined with maximum safety. All control systems meet these requirements for both off-road and normal driving.
  • Page 230 f Push rocker switch A forward until activation of Low Range indicator light the off-road driving program is indicated on the multi-purpose display of the instrument panel If the Low Range indicator light beside the rocker and by illumination of light-emitting diode B. switch flashes when you attempt to operate rock- The Low Range indicator lights in the instru- er switch, the conditions for a shift have not been...
  • Page 231 f Push rocker switch A forwards in stages until Vehicles with Tiptronic S f Reduce speed to below 9.3 mph (15 km/h) or engagement of the center differential lock is in- dicated on the multi-purpose display of the in- stop vehicle. strument panel and by the illumination of the f Move selector lever to position N.
  • Page 232 f Push rocker switch A forwards in stages until engagement of the rear differential lock (trans- verse lock) is indicated on the multi-purpose display of the instrument panel and by the illumination of the three light-emitting diodes B, C and D. The center and rear differential locks are changed over to fully engaged state by the au- tomatic control system.
  • Page 233 Adapt your driving behavior to the changed Note on operation conditions. The anti-roll bars cannot be disengaged manually Drive slowly to the nearest authorized Porsche at speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h). dealer and have the fault remedied. f Please observe the chapter “WARNING LIGHTS Engaging f Press button E.
  • Page 234 Changing from off-road driving program Vehicles with Tiptronic S Danger! to on-road driving program f Reduce speed to below 19 mph (30 km/h) or Serious risk of injury or death. Risk of stop vehicle. accident due to uncontrolled vehicle Vehicles with manual transmission f Move selector lever to position N.
  • Page 235: Power-Transmission And Running-Gear Control Systems

    Power-Transmission and Running-Gear Control Systems A complex interconnection of all control systems acting in power transmission and in the running gear has been realised in your Porsche. All control systems have been linked with the aim of combining the best possible driving performance with maximum safety.
  • Page 236 – Obvious improvement in traction, driving stabil- In spite of the advantages of PTM, it is still the driv- Porsche Traction Management is a full-time all- ity and steering ability of the car. er’s responsibility to adapt his/her driving style...
  • Page 237 Full-time all-wheel drive Automatic brake differential (ABD) Traction control system (TCS) With the four-wheel drive, the drive power is varia- The ABD system controls the front and rear axles The traction control system prevents the wheels bly distributed to the front and rear wheels. separately.
  • Page 238 – even on road surfaces start the engine. the vehicle during extreme driving maneuvres. It with varying friction. operates together with the Porsche Traction Function – The system compensates for undesired vehi- Management (PTM) system. Sensors at the wheels, brakes, steering system...
  • Page 239 Combined use of PSM and PTM/PTM Plus Off-road PSM The events below inform the driver of PSM control operations and warn him to adapt his driving style (PSM in Low Range program) In order to ensure optimal stabilisation of the to the road conditions: vehicle, the center differential lock (PTM) and When Low Range is active, an off-road PSM...
  • Page 240 PSM is out of order. display of the instrument panel. Consult your authorized Porsche dealer. During braking, the vehicle is stabilised even when PSM is switched off. One-sided spinning of the wheels is prevented, even with PSM switched off.
  • Page 241 The limits set by the physics of driving cannot be This controlled braking process is comparable to authorized Porsche dealer. This is necessary overcome, even with ABS. extremely rapid cadence braking.
  • Page 242 Off-road ABS Hillholder Warning! (ABS in Low Range program) In spite of the advantages of the hillholder func- In selector lever positions D and M, the hillholder When Low Range is active, an ABS specially tion, it is still the driver’s responsibility to adapt his function makes it easier to move off from a stand- matched to off-road driving is activated automati- driving style and maneuvers in line with situational...
  • Page 243 The engine must be running. The Porsche Drive-Off Assistant enables the driver – by shifting to neutral. 2. Fully depress the clutch pedal. to move off on upward slopes. The vehicle must –...
  • Page 244 – Vehicles with Tiptronic S: – Testing speed 4.7 mph (7.5 km/h) cle. The selector lever position D, M or R must be f Your Porsche Cayenne vehicle must never be – Test duration 20 seconds engaged. tested on a two-wheel dynamometer.
  • Page 245: Off-Road Driving

    Please read this chapter carefully before driving f Before driving through water, check the water all vehicle components to considerably more wear off road with your Porsche. than normal use, making professional inspection depth, the condition of the surface beneath it...
  • Page 246 Examine tires for signs of damage such as cuts, tears, bulges or foreign objects stuck in the tread. Replace a damaged tire if neces- sary. f Have any damage to your vehicle repaired by an authorized Porsche dealer without delay. Shifting Gear, Traction Systems...
  • Page 247 f After driving for an extended period through Recommended procedure f Deactivate Low Range. mud, sand, water or substances with a similar soiling effect, check the brake discs, brake f Clean headlights and tail lights and check them pads, wheels and axle joints and have them for signs of damage.
  • Page 248 Uphill driving Note on operation Traction on uphill slopes f Activate Low Range before taking extreme up- Note on operation Danger! ward or downward gradients. f Activate Low Range and engage differential Danger of serious personal injury or death Tips on driving locks if necessary.
  • Page 249 Driving downhill Note on operation f Activate Low Range. The off-road ABS is Danger! switched on automatically. There is a danger of serious personal injury Tips on driving or death and risk of damage if the vehicle should overturn. The same general principle as for uphill driving ap- f Do not drive over embankments or slopes at plies to downhill driving.
  • Page 250 Danger! Soiling can impair the braking action. f Check and clean the brakes if they have been Danger of drowning if water enters the vehi- cle. Risk of damage to the engine and acces- soiled. sories if water penetrates. Danger of steering assistance failing during f Before driving through water, check the water a long journey in the water if the drive belt depth A, water speed and the condition of the...
  • Page 251 Tips on driving Maintenance note Obstacles f Avoid high engine speeds (max. 2,500 rpm). The car requires a special check after the water f Please observe the chapter “GROUND CLEA- crossing. f Do not perform manual gear changes when RANCE” on Page 390. f Remove mud from the tire tread.
  • Page 252 Crossing obstacles Driving on sand Note on operation Caution! f Activate Low Range and engage differential Risk of damage to the underbody and chas- locks if necessary. sis components if obstacles are traversed improperly. Tips on driving f Always bear in mind the ground clearance of Loose sand is an especially tricky surface for off- your vehicle.
  • Page 253 Track ruts When driving on slopes with soft sand on vehicles with Tiptronic S: Other vehicles leave ruts in many off-road courses f Use the manual select mode M in addition to or gravel roads. the Low Range program. f Please observe the chapter “GROUND CLEA- If your vehicle becomes stuck nevertheless: RANCE”...
  • Page 254: Air Suspension With Level Control And Height Adjustment

    Note on operation Special terrain level Frequent level changes can cause the compressor to overheat. In this case, the compressor must This setting is intended only for extremely chal- cool for several minutes before the level adjust- lenging terrain requiring maximum ground clear- ment is fully functional again.
  • Page 255 Loading level Setting level manually Raising the vehicle 1st actuation: Terrain level Preconditions Caution! – Ignition on. Risk of damage to running-gear parts, units and the vehicle underbody. – Doors are closed. If the car is driven off a curb when at loading level, Setting for example, insufficent ground clearance can f Move rocker switch in the appropriate direc-...
  • Page 256 Adapt your driving style to the changed condi- f Manually set normal level and then switch off tions. level control. f Consult an authorized Porsche dealer in order to remedy a system fault. Switching off level control f If the overload-protection function causes the 1.
  • Page 257: Porsche Active Suspension Management (Pasm)

    Porsche Active Suspension Indication of the selected running-gear setup Management (PASM) The light-emitting diode in the button of the select- Various messages are shown on the multi-purpose ed running-gear setup is lit. display of the instrument panel. In addition, the selected running-gear setup is indi- f Please observe the chapter “WARNING LIGHTS...
  • Page 258 Shifting Gear, Traction Systems...
  • Page 259 Particle Filter ..........272 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...... 272 Manual Transmission Oil ......272 Wiper Blades ..........273 Fuel Economy ..........276 Operating Your Porsche in other Countries... 276 Fuel............277 Fuel Recommendations....... 280 Portable Fuel Containers......281 Fuel Evaporation Control......281 Emission Control System ......
  • Page 260: Exercise Extreme Caution When Working On Your Vehicle

    Supplies of fluids, e.g. engine oil, washer fluid, not attempt the adjustments described on the f Your Porsche is equipped with an electronic ig- following pages. brake fluid or coolant, are hazardous to your nition system.
  • Page 261: Engine Oil

    Radiator fans Engine Oil If the vehicle is driven at a high rate of speed, cli- matic conditions are warm, and the load is high, The radiator and radiator fans are in the front of the oil should be checked more frequently, as driv- Engine oil consumption the car.
  • Page 262: Engine Oil Level

    Engine Oil Level Conditions for measuring the oil level Oil-level warning correctly f Check the oil level regularly. It is best to do this If the oil level is too low, this is indicated by the oil- – Vehicle must be level. when refuelling and before extended journeys.
  • Page 263 Cayenne S oil dipstick Cayenne oil dipstick MAX - marking MAX - marking f Do not top up engine oil. f Do not top up engine oil. MIN - marking A - Normal marking f Top up engine oil immediately.
  • Page 264 Cayenne Cayenne S 1. Unscrew cap of the oil filler opening Topping off engine oil 2. Add engine oil carefully. Warning! 3. Measure oil level again after a few minutes. Fire hazard if engine oil comes into contact Never exceed the MAX mark on the oil with hot engine parts.
  • Page 265: Engine Oil Recommendation

    0W - 40 5W - 40 5W - 50 lower than -13°F (-25°C) 0W - 40 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...
  • Page 266 “W“ (as in winter), for hot viscosity the SAE class We recommend that you have the engine oil is given only as a number. changed at your Porsche dealer, who has the re- Engine oil performance class The viscosity of an oil is, therefore, always the quired oils and the necessary filling equipment.
  • Page 267: Coolant Level

    The coolant provides year-round protection from corrosion and freezing down to -31°F (-35°C) (Nordic countries -40°F (-40°C). f Use only anti-freeze authorized by Porsche. f Check the coolant level regularly. Further important information concerning “mainte- nance” can be found in a separate chapter.
  • Page 268 The cause should be remedied at an authoized 3. Read the coolant level. may be fatal if swallowed. Porsche dealer immediately. Top up with coolant if necessary. f Do not open the cap of the expansion tank Only add a mixture of anti-freeze and water in equal parts.
  • Page 269: Brake-Fluid Level

    Brake-Fluid Level f Use only new (unused) Original Porsche brake fluid. Further important information concerning “mainte- nance” can be found in a separate chapter. f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE” on Page 260.
  • Page 270: Washer Fluid

    Follow the instruc- the booklet “Guarantee and Maintenance”. tions for the mixture ratio. f Use only cleaner authorised by Porsche. Brake fluid warning light 1. Please note all the information on the refill container of the cleaning agent.
  • Page 271: Power Steering

    Warning! ized Porsche dealer. Risk of accident. When the engine is station- Further important information concerning “mainte- ary (e.g. when on tow) or the hydraulic sys- nance”...
  • Page 272: Air Cleaner

    We recommend that you have the transmission oil may be damaged by even a tiny speck of dirt, only changed at your Porsche dealer, who has the re- f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE a clean funnel or spout must be used when adding...
  • Page 273: Wiper Blades

    5. Lift up wiper blade completely (arrow). These residues can only be removed using a special cleaning solution. Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer for further information. – The wiper blades may be damaged or worn. f Replace damaged wiper blades as soon as possible.
  • Page 274 Note on operation f Make sure that the wiper blade is pushed onto the wiper arm up to the stop. 9.Fit cap A again. 10.Fold wiper blade back to its original position. 11.Carefully fold wiper arm back on to the wind- shield.
  • Page 275 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Switch ignition off. 3. Carefully fold the wiper arm away from the rear window until it reaches its locking position (approx. 60°). 4. Carefully unclip the wiper blade from the wiper arm (arrow). Hold the wiper arm with your other hand when doing this.
  • Page 276: Fuel Economy

    All electrical accessories contribute to in- If you plan to take your Porsche outside the conti- f Have your vehicle tuned to specifications. Air creased fuel consumption. nental limits of the United States or Canada, there...
  • Page 277: Fuel

    Fuel To avoid permanent damage to the functionality of the catalytic converters and oxygen sensors, use only unleaded fuel. Warning! The engine is designed to provide optimum Fuel is highly flammable and harmful to performance and fuel consumption if unleaded health.
  • Page 278 Locking the filler flap the arrow. (on vehicles with Porsche Entry & Drive). The filler flap is locked by activating the remote The filler flap pops open. control or the button in the outer door handle (on Opening the filler flap vehicles with Porsche Entry &...
  • Page 279 Total capacity approx. 26.4 gallons (100 liters), including approx. 3 gallons (12 liters) reserve 1. Stop the engine and switch off the ignition. 2. Slowly unscw the tank cap. Hang the tank cap on plastic strap A of the fill- er flap.
  • Page 280: Fuel Recommendations

    U.S. fuel pumps is calculated You may use oxygenated fuels in your Porsche, as research octane number plus motor octane Porsche also recognizes that these fuels may not...
  • Page 281: Portable Fuel Containers

    If this occurs, Porsche recommends you stop us- Vapor control system and storage ing fuels containing MMT. When the fuel tank is filled, vapors are collected in...
  • Page 282: Emission Control System

    Do not alter or remove any device, such as Your Porsche is equipped with such a system. heat shields, switches, ignition wires, valves, Undercoating Porsche warrants the Emission Control System in etc., which are designed to protect your vehi-...
  • Page 283: 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 284: Car Care Instructions

    Do not use fuel, kerosene, naphtha, nail polish A Porsche that is well-cared for can look like new remover or other volatile cleaning fluids. They for years. It all depends on the amount of care the may be toxic, flammable or hazardous in other owner is willing to give the car.
  • Page 285 A high-pressure cleaning unit with round nozzle Warning! f When washing by hand, use abundant water, a will damage your vehicle. The tires are particu- soft sponge or wash brush and Porsche car High-pressure cleaning units can damage larly susceptible to damage. shampoo.
  • Page 286 Automatic car washes Door lock Optional add-on parts or parts which project be- f To prevent the door lock from freezing during yond the contours of the vehicle may be damaged the cold season, cover the lock barrel with a by design features (e.g.
  • Page 287 Polishing they must first be removed carefully and thorough- effect will be lost. f Do not resort to using Porsche polish until it ly. Coat the area with a rust-proofing primer and becomes evident that the normal preserva- finish off with a top coat. The paint code and color tives no longer produce the desired finish.
  • Page 288 Periodically clean wiper blades with Porsche ters the car through the fresh air vents. f Always maintain a minimum distance of 21 in. window cleaner, especially after the vehicle f Clean all windows regularly, inside and outside, (50 cm).
  • Page 289 Before applying fresh underseal, carefully re- coating restored as necessary. move deposits or dirt and grease. Once it has Your authorized Porsche dealer is familiar with the dried, the new undercoating compound forms bodyseal treatment procedures and has the nec-...
  • Page 290 (e.g. vaseline). much pressure. Using a clean cloth thoroughly rub the grease The Porsche inside window cleaner is also In order to prevent damage to the anti-fric- into the surface. suitable for cleaning plastic surfaces.
  • Page 291 – do not lay them loosely in the vehicle. Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you floor mats of correct size including a securing possibility. Maintenance, Car Care...
  • Page 292 Wet a soft cloth with water or a neutral soap the roof pillars and the rooflinings. solution and wipe off the dirt. f Let your authorized Porsche dealer clean these components. Cleaning when heavily soiled f Wet a soft cloth with lukewarm water or...
  • Page 293 The air conditioning system should be in good The interior must be dry, especially in the area of If you intend to store your Porsche for a prolonged working condition and fully charged. the floor carpets. The use of drying agents (Silica-...
  • Page 294 Maintenance, Car Care...
  • Page 295 Practical Tips, Minor Repairs Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your Vehicle ..... 296 Notes on Minor Repairs ......296 Tires/Wheels ..........297 Jack............311 Tool Kit ............. 311 Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage lift ..........312 Compressor ..........
  • Page 296: Exercise Extreme Caution When Working On Your Vehicle

    If in doubt following pages. about any servicing, have it done by your f Your Porsche is equipped with an electronic This caution applies to the entire vehicle. authorized Porsche dealer. ignition system. When the ignition is on, high...
  • Page 297: Tires/Wheels

    (e.g. “N0“, “N1“...) can be est Porsche or tire dealer to have your vehicle mounted. or tire(s) inspected. – The use of wheel rims and wheel bolts that do...
  • Page 298 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 the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and max- under controlled conditions on a specific govern- imum section width.
  • Page 299 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 gener- to stop on wet pavement as measured under con- ation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when trolled conditions on specified government test...
  • Page 300 Tire pressures Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should When tires are warm, the tire pressure is be checked every 2 weeks when cold (68°F/20°C) increased. and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- Danger! f Never let air out of hot tires. This could cause mended in this Owner's Manual or on the tire-pres- the tire pressure to fall below the prescribed Risk of accident.
  • Page 301 B Vehicle load limit Is the maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the vehi- cle. This is the maximum weight of passengers and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If a trailer is being towed, the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the cargo load.
  • Page 302 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.
  • Page 303 Tire care Tire damage, puncture In case of tire damage, where it is uncertain whether there is a break in the ply with all its con- f Avoid damaging tires and wheel rims. f Please observe the chapter “HIGH-PRESSURE sequences or tire damage caused by thermal or CLEANING UNITS”...
  • Page 304 The rubber valves must be replaced whenever Porsche dealers can recommend the most current f If you must drive over a curb or other obstacle, replacement tire options for your vehicle.
  • Page 305 Uneven tread wear indicates wheel imbalance. In this event, the vehicle should be checked at an f If no cause for the fault can be found, drive authorized Porsche dealer. carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer. Practical Tips, Minor Repairs...
  • Page 306 Note Snow tires Under no circumstances should tires older than f After changing, adjust tire pressure and torque The installation of Porsche approved winter tires is 6 years be used on your Porsche. wheel bolts diagonally. recommended. Please observe the chapter “CHANGING The age of the tire can be obtained from the “DOT“...
  • Page 307 Danger! Danger! Risk of serious personal injury or death. Risk of accident and serious personal injury Driving the vehicle with low tire pressure or death due to excessive speed. increases increases risk of a tire failure and f Always check the maximum speed rating on resulting loss of control.
  • Page 308 Use only the fine-link snow chains recom- the rear axle when snow chains are to be fitted. mended and authorized by Porsche so that f For information on the spacers: sufficient clearance between the wheel well Please observe the chapter “SPACERS” on and the chain is assured.
  • Page 309 – second two-digit code means tire size. – third four-digit code means tire type code. – fourth four-digit code means date of manufac- ture. If, for example, the last four numbers read 1204, the tire was produced in the 12th week of 2004.
  • Page 310 Speed code letter Inscription on light alloy wheels Note on operation The speed code letter indicates the maximum per- missible speed for the tire. f The rim width in inches G and the rim offset L This code letter is shown on the tire sidewall. are visible from the outside.
  • Page 311: Jack

    Warning! The jack must be used only to raise the car for wheel changing. The jack must never be used as a support to work underneath the vehicle. If the jack is accidentally dislodged, you or bystanders could suffer severe personal injury. f Never jack up other vehicle or other loads with the jack.
  • Page 312: Lifting The Vehicle With A Lifting Platform Or Garage Lift

    Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage lift f The car must be raised only at the illustrated jacking points. Please observe the chapter “LIFTING THE VEHICLE WITH A JACK” on Page 319. Please observe the chapter “RAISING VEHICLE WITH THE JACK”...
  • Page 313: Compressor

    Replace damaged wheel bolts. socket for the security wheel bolts along with Only use the original Porsche wheel bolts spe- the car key. cially designed for this vehicle type. Practical Tips, Minor Repairs...
  • Page 314: Spacers

    To remove or mount the spacers: f Use the spacers only together with wheels Please observe the chapter “CHANGING A approved by Porsche. WHEEL WITH REMOVAL OF 17 MM SPACER” Before having spacers fitted, find out about the on Page 323.
  • Page 315: Changing Wheels

    Changing Wheels While operating the jack Sequence of operation f The jack is only to be used for changing a Warning! Warning! wheel. Do not use it as a support to work under the car. The jack must be used only to raise the car Failure to follow these instructions may result f The car must be jacked up only at the illus- for wheel changing.The jack must never be...
  • Page 316: Flat Tire

    Flat Tire 1. Stop the vehicle as far away from the driving lane as possible. The car must be parked on a firm and flat surface offering adequate grip. 2. Switch on the emergency flashers. 3. Fully apply the parking brake. 4.
  • Page 317 On vehicles without level control, the tire sealant Warning! and a compressor with pressure tester can be The sealant is highly flammable and harmful found under the cargo floor in the luggage com- to health. partment. f Fire, naked flame and smoking are prohibited The tire sealant comprises: when handling tire sealant.
  • Page 318 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.
  • Page 319 Lifting the vehicle with a jack Maintenance note The jacking point on the vehicle must be free of Warning! dirt. Danger of injury. The car may slip off the 1. Slightly loosen the wheel bolts of the wheel to jack. be changed.
  • Page 320 Rear jacking point Front jacking point Rear jacking point Jacking points for vehicles with a running board f Set up jack only at the points provided C or D. Practical Tips, Minor Repairs...
  • Page 321 Front jacking point Rear jacking point Jacking points for vehicles with side member 2. Set up jack only at the points provided F or H. panels 3. Insert the cover cap E or G completely with The jacking points are accessible after removing both centering lugs in the slots of the side the plastic caps from the side member panels.
  • Page 322 5. Insert wheel bolts and tighten by hand. Remove assembly aid and screw in remaining wheel bolt. Initially tighten bolts in diagonally opposite sequence so that the wheel is centered. 6. Inflate the tire if necessary. Please observe the chapter “TIRE PRES- SURES, COLD”...
  • Page 323 Changing a wheel with removal of 17 mm spacer Danger! Risk of accident if the spacers are not re- moved before mounting 18 inch tires or col- lapsible spare wheel. f 17 mm spacers are always to be removed be- fore mounting 18 inch tires or a collapsible spare wheel, because the wheel cannot be fit- ted correctly.
  • Page 324 Fitting the 17 mm spacer 8.Inflate the tire if necessary. Please observe the chapter “TIRE PRES- SURES, COLD” on Page 385. 1. Remove wheel. On vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring: 2. Fit the spacer with the wheel bolts A used to Please observe the chapter “TIRE PRESSURE”...
  • Page 325 (webs in the tire rear axle always remove the corresponding grooves, 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) high). spacer. f Never deactivate the Porsche Stability Man- For information on the spacers: Please agement (PSM) system. observe the chapter “SPACERS” on Page 314.
  • Page 326 The collapsible spare wheel must be repaired only by the manufacturer. Notes on operation f Please consult your authorized Porsche dealer The tire will revert to its original shape only after if the collapsible spare wheel is defective. several hours. Only then can it be stowed in the spare wheel recess in the luggage compartment.
  • Page 327 Checking tire pressure with a pressure gauge 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge onto the valve stem. Note on operation f Do not press too hard or force the valve stem sideways, or air will escape. If the sound of air escaping from the tire is heard, reposition the pressure gauge.
  • Page 328 Warning! Danger of burning. The compressor filler hose can become hot during the inflation process. f Wear gloves. 5. Switch on compressor with switch D. The required filling pressure will be reached after a few minutes. 6. Switch off compressor with switch D. 7.
  • Page 329 Inflating tires on vehicles with air 4.Open Velcro fastening strip on the fastening 6.Remove cover A in footwell of the front passen- suspension strap. ger seat. 5.Take tire filling hose out of the bag. 1.Pull up the seat cushion at loop A on the rear left seat.
  • Page 330 Warning! Note on operation Danger of injury and risk of damage if the The compressor features a protective function against overheating and switches itself off auto- operating unit is used improperly. matically if necessary. The compressor must cool f Use this operating unit only to inflate or to down for a few minutes after automatic deactiva- bleed air from the tires of this vehicle.
  • Page 331 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) high). 2. Remove the top wheel bolt. Remove assembly aid from the tool kit and f Never deactivate the Porsche Stability screw in instead of the wheel bolt. Management (PSM) system. Remove the remaining wheel bolts.
  • Page 332 Precondition The central locking system must be unlocked. f Press button B and swing the spare wheel bracket open. Notes on operation – If the opening angle exceeds 30°, the spare wheel bracket automatically moves to final position. The rear lid may be opened only when the spare wheel bracket is in final position.
  • Page 333 Closing spare wheel bracket Warning! Danger of injury and risk of accident if the Warning! spare wheel bracket is operated improperly. Danger of injury and risk of accident if the f Perform emergency unlocking of the spare spare wheel bracket is operated improperly. wheel bracket only when the vehicle is on a f Operate the spare wheel bracket only using level surface.
  • Page 334: Electrical System

    Electrical System In order to avoid damage and faults in electrical or electronic systems, electrical accessories should be installed at your authorized Porsche dealer. f Use only accessories authorized by Porsche. Warning! Risk of short circuit and fire. Replacing fuses or relays with engine running or the ignition on could cause electrical shock.
  • Page 335 If a fuse blows repeatedly, please consult an au- thorized Porsche dealer immediately, so that the short circuit can be located and corrected. Never try to “repair“ fuses: you may cause serious damage to other parts of the electrical system.
  • Page 336 Opening fuse-box lid in the dashboard A - Fuse puller 1. Carefully pry off the plastic cover with a screw- 2. Remove the fuses carefully with the fuse puller. driver (arrow) and remove. The fuse plan is located on the inside of the cover.
  • Page 337 Fuse assignment – fuse box in left side of dashboard Designation Rating in A Center console socket, cigarette lighter Parking heater radio receiver Sockets in passenger footwell Parking heater Sockets in luggage compartment Diagnostic socket Wiper motor for windscreen Washer fluid pump, vehicle electrical system control unit Power window, rear left Central locking system Interior light, vehicle electrical system control unit...
  • Page 338 Low beam left, high beam left, vehicle electrical system control unit Vehicle electrical system control unit Heated rear window Instrument panel, diagnosis Steering column lock, ignition lock, central locking system, Porsche Entry & Drive Sliding/lifting roof or Panorama roof Subwoofer Electrical seat adjustment, left; electrical steering column adjustment...
  • Page 339 Designation Rating in A Electrical seat adjustment, left; seat heating, rear Transfer box Servotronic, disengageable anti-roll bars Heating pipe ventilation Diagnosis, parking brake switch, Air conditioning Rear wiper Vehicle electrical system control unit, central locking system, power windows, mirrors, light switch, steering column Headlight beam adjustment Fan, front air-conditioning system Fan, rear air-conditioning system...
  • Page 340 Transfer box (center differential lock), telephone preparation Additional high beam, vehicle electrical system control unit CD changer, DVD navigation TV tuner, satellite receiver Radio or Porsche Communication System (PCM) Radio booster Tail light, left; central locking system, power windows, mirrors Power window, rear right Low beam, right;...
  • Page 341 Central locking system, power windows, mirrors Central locking, right doors Power window, front right Turn signal, side light, right; vehicle electrical system control unit Roof module, telephone, compass Porsche Stability Management Diagnosis Transfer box (center differential lock) Towing attachment Roof module...
  • Page 342 Designation Rating in A Telephone preparation Level control Telephone, automatic anti-dazzle mirror Transmission Selector lever switch Reversing camera Porsche Stability Management (PSM) Transfer box (center differential lock) Practical Tips, Minor Repairs...
  • Page 343 Engine components: cooling air fan, carbon canister shut-off valve, pressure sensor for air conditioning, tank leakage detection, run-on pump (Cayenne S), carbon canister shut-off valve valve (Cayenne) Engine existing wiring, secondary air pump (Cayenne), air-conditioning compressor (Cayenne), oil-level sensor (Cayenne) Secondary air pumps, run-on pumps...
  • Page 344: Battery

    Do not allow battery acid to come in contact switch ignition off in vehicles with Porsche En- ing charged and cause damage. try & Drive.
  • Page 345 Drive carefully to the nearest authorized trip, the more opportunity the vehicle‘s charging Let your Porsche dealer test the battery's capaci- Porsche dealer. ty before winter sets in. system will have to recharge the batteries.
  • Page 346 We rec- 2. When charging, ensure adequate ventilation. ommend that the battery voltage be tested by f Only use an original Porsche battery, with the 3. Remove battery. your Porsche dealer who has the appropriate correct part number, as a replacement.
  • Page 347 Removing and installing battery Maintenance note The seat mounting bolts must be replaced each Danger! time they are loosened. The bolts are micro-encapuslated and keep dust Danger of explosion and injury and risk of and water out. short circuit and damage to the alternator If this is not observed, it might not be possible to and electronic control units.
  • Page 348 4. Fold sections of floor carpet forward. 5. Tilt the seat all the way back. 6. Open the 4 clamps C of the battery-box lid with Unscrew both screws B of the seat mounting. With the seat tilted back, use the fore-and-aft a screwdriver.
  • Page 349 12.Unscrew screw F of the bracket. 10.Pull off vent hose D on the battery. Installing the battery Remove bracket. 11.Unscrew screw E of the battery fastening 1.Danger of caustic burns! plate. Place battery in the battery box without tipping Danger! Remove battery fastening plate.
  • Page 350 f Always tighten all screws to the 10.With the seat tilted back, use the fore-and-aft Danger! prescribed torque. adjustment to move the seat back. Danger of explosion and injury and risk of Tilt the seat forward. 3.Fasten the battery fastening plate with screw short circuit and damage to the alternator E.
  • Page 351 Removing and installing auxiliary battery The auxiliary battery is located in the luggage compartment under the cargo area floor. Danger! Any subwoofers or collapsible spare wheels that may be in the vehicle must be removed before the Danger of explosion and injury and risk of battery is removed.
  • Page 352 6. Remove subwoofer housing. 1. Withdraw the ignition key. 4. Unscrew screw E. Installing subwoofer Remove the Porsche Entry & Drive control unit 5. Disconnect plug connection F. from the ignition lock in vehicles that contain 1. Insert subwoofer housing.
  • Page 353 7.Pull off vent hose G on the battery. Removing battery 1.Withdraw the ignition key. 4.Remove the battery-box cover. 8.Undo fastening nut H of battery fastening Remove the Porsche Entry & Drive control unit plate. from the ignition lock in vehicles that contain Danger! 9.Remove battery fastening plate.
  • Page 354 3. Connect the positive cable. 4. Connect the negative cable. 5. Tighten battery fastening plate with fastening nut H. 6. Put on the battery-box cover carefully. 7. Engage the 4 clamps on the battery-box cover and close them. 8. Tighten the 4 fastening nuts of the battery box. Installing the battery 1.
  • Page 355: Emergency Starting With Jumper Cables

    Emergency Starting with Jumper Danger! Danger of gas explosion. f Improper use of booster battery to start a ve- Cables Risk of damage and serious personal injury due to short circuit. hicle may cause an explosion, resulting in se- If the battery is discharged, e.g. in winter or after vere personal injuries.
  • Page 356 8. Disconnect the positive jumper cable from the positive terminal of the donor battery first, then from the positive terminal for jump start- ing (+). 9. Close the cap of the positive terminal for jump starting (+). Connecting jumper cables + = Positive terminal for jump starting –...
  • Page 357 4. After the warnings disappear: Stop the vehicle in a suitable place. After the battery is connected or the completely Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to 5. Perform adaptation of the power windows: advise you about a suitable charger.
  • Page 358: Replacing The Remote Control Battery

    1. Carefully pry out the lid on the back of the key housing with a small screwdriver. 2. Replace battery (observe polarity). A replacement battery is available from your authorized Porsche dealer. 3. Replace cover and press together firmly. Replacing the remote control battery...
  • Page 359: Bulb Chart

    Bulb Chart Exterior lights Type, rating Interior lights Type, rating Halogen low beam Interior light, front Xenon low beam and high beam Reading light Side marker light, rear P21/5W Footwell light Side marker light, front Glove compartment light Turn signal light, rear P21W Center console Turn signal light, front...
  • Page 360: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing Bulbs Caution! Risk of damage to headlights due to exces- Warning! sive temperatures and abrasion. f Attach no coverings (e.g. films, “stone Danger of short circuit. f Always switch off the relevant consumer when guards”) in the area of the headlights. f Use soapy water only to clean light lenses and changing bulbs.
  • Page 361: Headlights

    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. B - Headlight release Removing headlights C - Wing D - Socket wrench 1.
  • Page 362 B - Headlight release B - Headlight release B - Headlight release C - Wing C - Wing C - Wing D - Socket wrench D - Socket wrench D - Socket wrench 3. Check whether the headlights are seated se- Installing headlight curely.
  • Page 363 Bi-Xenon headlight Location of bulbs F Bulb for turn signal Halogen headlight G Bulb for additional high beam A Bulb for turn signal H Bulb for cornering light B Bulb for high beam Bulb for front side marker light C Bulb for front side marker light J Xenon gas discharge lamp for low beam and D Bulb for low beam high beam...
  • Page 364 Opening the lid of the headlight housing Closing lid of headlight housing 1. Open both clips A. 1. Put housing lid B on and press into place. 2. Remove housing lid B. 2. Close clips A. Practical Tips, Minor Repairs...
  • Page 365 2. Pull bulb out of the holder (arrow). Changing side light bulb in Halogen headlight Halogen headlight 3. Replace defective bulb. 1. Pull the bulb holder out of lamp bracket. Changing bulb for low beam of halogen 4. Reassemble in reverse order. headlight 1.
  • Page 366 Bi-Xenon headlight Changing cornering light in Bi-Xenon Changing bulb for front side marker light in headlight Bi-Xenon headlight Changing Xenon gas discharge lamp for low 1. Pull plug off the bulb (arrow). 1. Pull the bulb holder out of lamp bracket beam and high beam (arrow).
  • Page 367 2. Pull plug J off the bulb. 2. Pull bulb out of the holder (arrow). Changing additional high beam light 3. Unclip securing clip H. (halogen and Bi-Xenon headlights) 3. Replace defective bulb. 4. Pull bulb I out. 1. Remove cover G. 4.
  • Page 368 Changing turn signal bulb 2. Remove bulb from the holder (bayonet mount). (halogen and Bi-Xenon headlights) To do this, push bulb into the holder and twist in the direction of the arrow. 1. Turn bulb holder in the headlight housing anti- 3.
  • Page 369: Tail Light

    (arrow). screwdriver. In cases of doubt, please contact your authorized Porsche dealer. 4. Unscrew the two fastening screws B with the socket wrench from the tool kit. 5. Pull out the light unit to the side in the direc- tion of the arrow and additionally pull it out in the area of the ball head C.
  • Page 370 Replacing bulbs 3. Screw in the fastening screws B. E - Tail light F - Reversing light 4. Press in caps A. G - Turn signal light 1. Undo fastening screws C of the housing cover. H - Brake light 2.
  • Page 371: License Plate Lights

    License Plate Lights Changing bulb for license plate light 1. Unscrew both screws A and remove the light. 2. Push the bulb holder apart and pull the bulb out. 3. Replace defective bulb. 4. Reassemble in reverse order. Practical Tips, Minor Repairs...
  • Page 372: Headlight Adjustment

    Lateral adjustment of the headlights should be carried out at a specialist workshop with an optical adjustment unit. Distance Visual aim shall be performed at not less than 7.5 m (this value is a rounded down conversion from the 25-foot distance typical of field aim using a screen).
  • Page 373: Changing Headlights From Left To Right-Hand Traffic

    You can obtain the films and a set of instruc- tions from an authorized Porsche dealer. Height adjustment for low beam/ high beam and additional high beam 1. Push down cover in the engine compartment and remove.
  • Page 374: Towing

    Flat bed towing is the preferred type of towing to vehicle will roll freely. Under no circumstances be used on Porsche vehicles. Under certain cir- is the vehicle to be secured using the towing cumstances, wheel lifts may be used when the ve- hook.
  • Page 375 Pulling vehicle onto flat bed Tying down vehicle on flat bed 2. Screw in towing hook B as far as the stop (left- hand thread) and tighten hand-tight. 1. Position wooden ramps at the base of the flat 1. Carefully feed towing straps through the open- bed to reduce the angle of the pull.
  • Page 376 Recovering the vehicle 4. Carefully feed towing straps through the open- ing in the front wheels. Make sure metal parts of straps do not dam- Depending on the vehicle equipment, the spare- wheel well contains one or two towing lugs. age rim.
  • Page 377 Vehicle Identification, Technical Data Vehicle Identification ........378 Engine Data ..........380 Transmission ..........381 Tires, Rims, Tracks ........382 Tire Pressures, Cold........385 Capacities ..........386 Weights ............. 387 Driving Performance........388 Dimensions..........389 Ground Clearance ........390 Vehicle Identification, Technical Data...
  • Page 378: Vehicle Identification

    This label contains the following information: 1. Vehicle Identification No. 2. Type/Type description 3. Engine code/Transmission code 4. Paint No./Interior 5. Optional equipment A duplicate of this label is in your Maintenance Booklet. Note The data bank can not be reordered when lost or damaged.
  • Page 379 Tire pressure plate The safety compliance sticker is your assurance The tire pressure plate is fitted to the driver's that your new Porsche complies with all applicable door. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards which were in effect at the time the vehicle was manufac- tured.
  • Page 380: Engine Data

    Engine Data Cayenne Cayenne Cayenne S Cayenne S manual transmission Tiptronic S manual transmission Tiptronic S Type 6-cylinder V-engine 6-cylinder V-engine 8-cylinder V-engine 8-cylinder V-engine Number of cylinders Bore 33.09 in. (84 mm) 33.09 in. (84 mm) 3.66 in. (93 mm) 3.66 in.
  • Page 381: Transmission

    Transmission Transmission ratio Cayenne Cayenne Cayenne S Cayenne S manual transmission Tiptronic S manual transmission Tiptronic S 1st gear 4.68: 1 4.15 : 1 4.68 : 1 4.15 : 1 2nd gear 2.53 : 1 2.37 : 1 2.53 : 1 2.37 : 1...
  • Page 382: Tires, Rims, Tracks

    Tires, Rims, Tracks Cayenne Tires Wheel Rim offset Track front/rear front/rear front rear Summer tires 235/65 R 17 108 V XL 7.5 J x 17 2.09 in. (53 mm) 65.2 in. (1655 mm) 65.8 in. (1670 mm) 255/55 R 18 109 Y XL 8 J x 18 2.24 in.
  • Page 383 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 roada- Tire and rim sizes bility and handling characteristics might be impaired.
  • Page 384: Vehicle Identification, Technical Data 11

    It is also possible to fit snow chains on only one axle (preferably the rear axle). Maximum speed 50 km/ h (30 mph). f Observe the respective road traffic regulations. f Use only Porsche-authorized fine-link cross-type or edge chains. Vehicle Identification, Technical Data...
  • Page 385: Tire Pressures, Cold

    Tire Pressures, Cold These tire filling pressures apply only to the tire makes and types approved by Porsche. Please observe the chapter “TIRES/WHEELS” on Page 297. Partially loaded Cayenne S Cayenne (up to 3 people and 46 lbs./21 kg of luggage)
  • Page 386: Capacities

    Capacities Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you. Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels. Cayenne S...
  • Page 387: Weights

    Empty weight includes 165 lbs. (75 kg) driver and baggage share. The maximum gross weight must not be exceeded. Note: If additional equipment is installed, the useful load will be correspondingly less. Use only Original Porsche Roof Transport System. Vehicle Identification, Technical Data...
  • Page 388: Driving Performance

    Driving Performance The specifications refer to a vehicle at DIN empty weight and max. 441 lbs. (200 kg) load, without performance-inhibiting extra equipment (e.g. special tires) Cayenne Cayenne Cayenne S Cayenne S manual transmission Tiptronic S manual transmission Tiptronic S...
  • Page 389: Dimensions

    Dimensions Cayenne S Cayenne Length 188.3 in. (4782 mm) 188.3 in. (4782 mm) Length with external spare wheel 197.6 in. (5018 mm) 197.6 in. (5018 mm) Width 75.9 in. (1928 mm) 75.9 in. (1928 mm) Height at DIN empty weight 66.9 in.
  • Page 390: Ground Clearance

    Ground Clearance Cayenne S Cayenne Steel suspension Ramp angle 20.4° 20.4° Overhang angle, front 29.1° 29.1° Overhang angle, rear 25.7° 25.7° Ground clearance (center of axles) 8.5 in. (217 mm) 8.5 in. (217 mm) Air suspension – normal level Ramp angle 20.4°...
  • Page 391 Cayenne S Cayenne Air suspension – special terrain level Ramp angle 24.7° 24.7° Overhang angle, front 32.4° 32.4° Overhang angle, rear 28.3° 28.3° Ground clearance (center of axles) 10.7 in. (273 mm) 10.7 in. (273 mm) Vehicle Identification, Technical Data...
  • Page 392 Index Function ..........52 Automatic circulating-air mode ....150 Switching off passenger airbag ....126 Automatic mode, air conditioning148 ABD ......... 235 Switching on passenger airbag ....126 Automatic transmission fluid ......272 ABS ......... 235 Unit............62 Off road ..........242 Warning light.........54 Warning light ........241 Air-conditioned areas After driving off road ........
  • Page 393 Brake fluid Changing a wheel........323 Cornering light ........133 Changing..........270 Changing wheels........315 Crankcase ventilation ......... 283 Brake light..........370 Check engine..........91 Crossing obstacles........252 Brake tests ..........244 Checking hydraulic fluid (power steering) ..271 Cruise control Brake wear Child restraint anchorages ......61 Accelerating........
  • Page 394 Door trim panel Level ..........262 Lighting..........168 Recommendation ........265 Easy Entry function ........39 Door unlocking ........27 Temperature gauge.......86 ECON mode ........151 Doors ............27 Topping up .........264 Button ......145 Door-surrounding lighting......168 Warning ..........262 Electrical system ........334 Drinks holder..........197 Engine oil level..........262 Emergency flasher ........136 Closing rear........
  • Page 395 Footwell light ..........168 Inclination sensor ..... 24 Fresh-air intake ........... 143 Function indication........ 32 Hand-held transmitter ........184 Front seat with memory....37 Monitored areas ........28 Headlight beam adjustment..125 Front seats........... 36 Switching off ........29 Headlights ........216 Adjusting the seats........ 36 Switching on ........
  • Page 396 Memory..........37 Loadspace floor..........202 License plate light....... 168, 371 Minor paint damage........287 Locking the steering column Minor repairs ..........296 With Porsche Entry & Drive ....71 Engine compartment ......204 Mirrors ............216 Locking, keyless ...........22 Engine compartment warning light..131 Door mirrors.........67 Immobilizer...........23...
  • Page 397 Main menu..........94 Temperature gauge.......86 MPH limit..........98 Topping up .........264 Paint ............287 Operation, controls ....... 92 Viscosity..........266 Panic button ..........17 Settings ..........116 Warnings ..........262 Panorama roof system........ 173 Spare wheel ........106 Oil level Comfort function ........ 175 System ..........
  • Page 398 Porsche Communication Management ..191 PTM............235 Relocking, automatic ........24 Porsche Down-Hill Assistant ......244 Porsche Drive-Off Assistant ......243 Remote control ..........17 Porsche Entry & Drive ......22 Changing the battery ......358 Radiator fans ..........261 Removing spots and stains ......287 Immobilizer........... 23 Radio Opening/locking rear window....
  • Page 399 Shifting up..........226 Speed limit ........106 Seals, care..........290 Shock absorber adjustment ......235 Speedometer Seat heating........44 Cayenne S ........82 Shock absorbers ........235 For air-conditioned areas at the rear ..45 Side lights ..........132 SportDesign package ........7 Rear........... 153 Side marker light ........168...
  • Page 400: Trailer Coupling

    Shifting ..........224 Through-load bag ........208 Sidewall..........309 Steering wheel buttons........64 Securing load ........209 Size ...........309 Lighting..........65 Through-load facility ........208 Tracks..........382 Stopping ............ 227 Tie-down Type ..........106 Storage ..........16 Belts ..........202 Valves ..........304 Storage compartment......... 193 Equipment ..........215 Tool kit ............296 in the luggage compartment ....
  • Page 401 Vehicle door Windows............ 288 Locking .........21 Windshield ....... 150 Ultrasonic measurement......182 Unlocking ..........20 Windshield wiper/washer stalk ....137 Ultrasound sensors, ParkAssist....180 Vehicle key Windshield wipers..... 139 Ultrasound sources ........182 Battery ..........358 Blades..........288 Undercoating..........289 Front ..........138 Ventilation.........144 Unlocking, keyless ........
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