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Dear Owner, We would like to thank you for your purchase of a Porsche Sports car. Judging by the car you have chosen, you are a motorist of a special breed, and you are probably no novice when it comes to automobiles. Remember however, as with any vehicle, you should take time to familiarize yourself with your Porsche and its performance characteristics. Always drive within your own unique capabilities as a driver and your level of experience with your Porsche.
Regularly check your vehicle for signs of damage. Damaged or missing aerodynamic components such as spoilers or underside panels affect the driving behavior and therefore must be replaced immediately. Your car may have all or some of the components described in this manual. Should you have difficulty understanding any of the explanations of features or equipment installed in your vehicle, contact your authorized Porsche dealer. He/She will be glad to assist you.
Fuel Quality Your engine is designed to provide optimum performance and fuel economy using unleaded premium fuel with an octane rating of 98 RON (93 CLC or AKI). Porsche therefore recommends the use of these fuels in your vehicle. Porsche also recognizes that these fuels may not always be available.
Tire Pressures for Cold Tires Summer tires and snow tires 18 inch wheels front rear 36 psi (2.5 bar) 44 psi (3.0 bar) 19 inch wheels, partially loaded (up to 2 persons without luggage) front rear 33 psi (2.3 bar) 39 psi (2.7 bar) 19 inch wheels, fully loaded (more than 2 persons with luggage) front rear 36 psi (2.5 bar) 44 psi (3.0 bar) These tire pressures are valid only for Porsche approved tires.
Porsche and the Environment Environmental guidelines We develop and produce exclusive sports cars with advanced environmental and safety technology and a great ability to fascinate. Our environmental policy is based on the following principles: – The maximum possible use of environmental and safety technology that is economically justifiable. – Economical usage of energy and resources. – Involvement of our business partners and contractors in our efforts to protect the environment.
Environmentally friendly vehicles Modern environmental technology ensures compliance with all emission laws applicable worldwide. These have the following advantages: – Rapid operational readiness of the catalytic converters ensures low emissions, even in short-trip operation. – Reliable operation and good emission control over a long useful life. f Please refer to the chapter “FUEL ECONOMY” on page 163.
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) The high-performance brake system is designed for optimal braking effect at all speeds and temperatures. Certain speeds, braking forces and ambient conditions (such as temperature and humidity) therefore might cause brake noises. Wear on the diffrent components and braking system, such as brake pads and brake discs, depends to a great extent on the individual driving style and the conditions of use and therefore cannot be expressed in actual miles on the road.
Engine Exhaust Danger! Engine exhaust is dangerous if inhaled. Engine exhaust fumes have many components which you can smell. They also contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is a colorless and odorless gas. Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even death if inhaled. Ground Clearance Please bear in mind the limited ground clearance of your car on uneven surfaces, when parking (curbs), on ramps, lifting platforms, etc. f Never start or let the engine run in an enclosed, unventilated area.
Controls, Instruments 13 - 150 Shifting Gear 151 - 158 Mobile Roofs 159 - 164 Maintenance, Car Care 165 - 194 Practical Tips, Emergency Service 195 - 248 Vehicle Identification, Technical Data 249 - 263 Index 264 - 269 11
Controls, Instruments Before driving off... ...................................... 14 Break in hints for the first 2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers...................... 16 Keys ........................................................... 19 Security Wheel Bolts .................................... 19 Doors ......................................................... 22 Central Locking ........................................... 23 Alarm System, Passenger Compartment Monitoring ............. 26 Power Windows ......
Dear Porsche Owner A lot has gone into the manufacture of your Porsche, including advanced engineering, rigid quality control and demanding inspections. These engineering and safety features will be enhanced by you... the safe driver... – who knows his car and all controls, – who maintains the vehicle properly, – who uses driving skills wisely and always drives within her/his own capabilities and the level of familiarity with the vehicle.
In the driver’s seat... On the road... f Check operation of the horn. f Never drive after you have consumed alcohol or drugs. f Position seat for easy reach of foot pedals and controls. To reduce the possibility of injury from the airbag deployment, you should always sit back as far from the steering wheel as is practical, while still maintaining full vehicle control. f Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors. f Buckle your safety belts. f Check operation of the foot and parking brake.
Break in hints for the first 2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers f Do not participate in motor racing events, sports driving schools, etc. during the first 2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers. The following tips will be helpful in obtaining optimum performance from your new Porsche. There may be a slight stiffness in the steering, gear-shifting or other controls during the break-in period which will gradually disappear.
1 Inner door handle 2 Power windows 3 Door mirror control 4 Light switch 5 Ignition/starter switch with steering lock 6 Turn signal/headlight dimmer, flasher lever 7 Operating lever for on-board computer 8 Horn 9 Emergency flasher switch, central locking switch 10 Switches for rear spoiler, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), Sport mode, Porsche Stability Management (PSM) 11 Cupholder 12 Switch for seat memory 13 Diagnostic socket (OBD) 14 Lid release 15 Seat height adjustment 16 Steering-wheel adj
Never invite car theft! An unlocked car with the key in the ignition lock invites car theft. A steering wheel lock and a gong alarm are standard equipment in your Porsche. The gong alarm will sound if you open the driver’s door while the key is still in the ignition lock. It is your reminder to pull the key out of the ignition lock and to lock the doors. Warning! Any uncontrolled movement of the vehicle may result in serious personal injury and property damage.
Keys Replacement keys Immobilizer f Please observe the chapter “ALARM SYSTEM, PASSENGER COMPARTMENT MONITORING” on Page 26. Replacement car keys can be obtained only from your authorized Porsche dealer, and this can sometimes be very time-consuming. You should therefore always keep the spare key on your person. Keep it in a safe place (e.g. wallet), but under no circumstances in or on the vehicle. There is a transponder (an electronic component) in the key grip, containing a stored code.
Switching off the alarm system if it is triggered accidentally The remote-control standby function switches off after 7 days Unlocking luggage compartment lid If the vehicle is not started or unlocked with the remote control within 7 days, the remote control standby function is switched off (to prevent discharging of the vehicle battery). f Unlock the vehicle. f Press button 2 for approx. two seconds. If the vehicle was locked, it is unlocked simultaneously with the luggage compartment.
Door storage tray Opening storage tray f Open the cover. Always keep the door storage tray C closed, so that the side airbag is not obstructed in the event of an accident. Doors Opening unlocked doors from inside If the door windows are closed, they will be automatically opened by a few millimeters when the doors are opened and, when the doors are closed, they will be closed again. This makes it easier to open and close the doors and protects the seals. f Slowly pull door handle B.
Central Locking This device complies with: Part 15 of the FCC Rules RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Both car doors and the filler flap can be centrally unlocked or locked with the remote control. The vehicle cannot be locked if the driver’s door is not completely closed.
Locking conditions Emergency operation – opening Emergency operation – closing f Lock car once. The doors cannot be opened from the outside. Alarm system and passenger compartment monitoring are switched on. f Unlock the driver’s door with the key at the door lock. Open door within 20 seconds and insert the ignition key into the ignition lock within 10 seconds to prevent the alarm system from being triggered. f Lock the driver’s door with the key at the door lock.
Indication by emergency flasher and alarm horn Locking f Press the rocker-switch symbol. Indicator light in the rocker switch lights up if ignition is on. If the remote control is used for unlocking or locking, a response is provided by the emergency flasher: Unlocking f Press the rocker-switch indicator light. Indicator light goes out. – Unlocking – single flash. – Locking – double flash. – Locking twice – continuous illumination for approx. 2 seconds.
Automatic door locking Type 3 Your authorized Porsche dealer can program diverse types of automatic door locking in the control unit of the central locking system: Doors lock automatically when the ignition is switched on. If doors are opened with the engine running, they lock again automatically when a speed of 3 - 6 mph (5 - 10 km/h) is exceeded. In an emergency situation where you need to exit the car through an automatically locked door, remember the following procedure to open the door.
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modification could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Warning! Any changes or modifications not expressively approved by Porsche could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
When the alarm is armed, the following areas are monitored – Doors – Luggage compartment lid – Engine compartment lid – Glove compartment – Passenger compartment If one of these alarm contacts is interrupted, the alarm horn sounds for approximately 3 minutes. Additionally, the emergency flasher flashes and the passenger compartment light lightes for approximately five minutes. When the alarm is triggered, the light-emitting diode changes over to double flashes.
f Remove the ignition key to shut off power to the window switches when the vehicle is not attended by a responsible person. Uninformed persons could injure themselves by operating the power windows. Opening/closing windows f Do not leave children in the car unattended. Opening window with the rocker switch Risk of an accident. f Do not put anything on or near the windows that may interfere with the driver’s vision.
Anti-crushing protection Automatic window lowering If a side window is blocked during closing, it will stop and open again by about an inch. f Please observe the chapter “DOORS” on Page 21. Warning! Risk of severe personal injuries. If the rocker switch is pressed again within 10 seconds of the window being blocked, the window will close with its full closing force. Anti-crushing protection is disabled.
Adjusting 1. Switch on ignition. 2. By turning the control switch A, select the driver’s side or the passenger’s side. 3. Move the door mirror glasses in the appropriate direction by tilting the control switch. If the electrical adjustment facility fails f Adjust mirror by pressing on the mirror face. Automatically swivelling down mirror on the passenger’s side f Please observe the chapter “PARKING AIDS” on Page 52.
Folding in door mirrors Warning! Danger of injury to fingers if the mirror accidentally flips back when being folded in. f Exercise extreme caution when folding in mirror by hand. Do not let go of the mirror before the locking lever is locked or the mirror is fully unfolded. 1. Push mirror towards the door window and continue to hold it (high spring force). 2. Swivel the locking lever up to the stop and slowly let go of the mirror. Unfolding door mirrors 1.
Note The incident light in the area of the sensors must not be restricted, e.g. by stickers on the windshield. Switching off the automatic anti-glare operation f Press switch B. Light-emitting diode C goes out. Switching on the automatic anti-glare operation f Press switch B. Light-emitting diode C lights up.
Switching on f Press button. The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. After approx. 15 minutes, the heater switches off automatically. The heater can be switched back on by pressing the button again. Switching off f Press button. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out. Rear Window Defogger, Door Mirror Heating The mirror heater is ready for operation when the ignition is on.
Seat Adjustment 2. Rest your outstretched arm on the steering wheel. Set the backrest angle and the steering-wheel position so that your wrist rests on the outer rim of the steering wheel. At the same time, the shoulders must still be in noticeable contact with the backrest. Warning! The seat may move unexpectedly if you attempt to adjust while driving. This could cause sudden loss of control or personal injury. 3.
E Lumbar support (pelvis and spinal column support) To permit a relaxed sitting posture, the backrest curvature is continuously adjustable in vertical and horizontal directions for individual pelvis and spinal column support. f Press the switch in the direction indicated by the arrow until the desired backrest curvature is reached. Seat backrest Folding forward f Pull up lever H in the side part of the backrest and fold the backrest forward.
Warning! Risk of crushing due to uncontrolled recall of a seat setting. 1. Switch on the ignition or open the driver’s door. f Cancel automatic adjustment by pressing any of the seat adjustment buttons. 2. Press person button until the seat has reached its final position. The door mirror and the lumbar support setting will be completed even if the person button is not kept depressed. f Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended. Operation with person buttons 2, 3 Storing seat position 1.
Operating with the remote control of the vehicle key Each remote control (up to six) can be assigned an individual seat and door mirror position. The stored seat and door mirror position is set automatically when the vehicle is unlocked using the corresponding remote control. Storing individual lowered position of the passenger’s door mirror as a parking aid Once the driver's seat setting has been stored, an individual lowered position of the passenger's door mirror may be stored for driving in reverse: 1.
Switching on High heating power f Press button. Both light-emitting diodes in the button light up. Low heating power f Press the rocker-switch symbol again. One light-emitting diode in the button lights up. Switching off f Press button. Light-emitting diodes go out. A - Seat heating, left B - Seat heating, right Heated Seats Two-stage seat heating is ready for operation when the ignition is on.
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. Rear Seat Backrests Extra storage space is gained by folding the rear seat backrests forward. Adjusting steering wheel height and longitudinal direction 1. Push the locking lever downwards. Folding forward 2.
Multi-Functional Steering Wheel Operating the function keys f Please read the separate PCM operating instructions before operating the function keys. Warning! There is a danger of accident if you set or operate the on-board computer, radio, navigation system, telephone or other equipment when driving. Operating these devices while driving could distract you from traffic and cause you to lose control of the vehicle. The rotary knobs at the top left and right of the steering wheel can also be pressed.
Vanity mirror The vanity mirror on the rear of the sun visor is covered by a lid. Warning! Risk of injury. f Keep the lid closed while driving. Risk of damage. f Do not force the lid beyond its end position. The vanity mirror illumination is switched on automatically when the cover is opened (arrow). Sun Visors f Swing the sun visors down to prevent glare from the front. f To prevent glare from the side, unclip the sun visor from the inner bracket and swivel round so that it is in front of the door window.
Safety Belts Warning! Always make sure your and your passengers’ safety belts are properly fastened while the vehicle is in motion. Failure to follow safety belt warnings may result in serious personal injury. f For your and your passengers’ protection, use safety belts at all times while the vehicle is in motion. f Use appropriate child restraint systems for all small children.
f Assume a comfortable sitting position. The shoulder belt should always rest on your upper body. The shoulder belt should never be worn behind your back or under your arm. Safety Belt Warning System An audio-visual warning system is interconnected with the driver’s safety belt. f To fasten, grasp belt and pull the belt in a continuous slow motion across your chest and lap. Every time the ignition is turned on, the gong will sound for about 6 seconds to remind driver and passenger to buckle up.
Cleaning the safety belts f Please observe the chapter “SAFETY BELTS” on Page 180. Automatic locking retractor The safety belt for the passenger and rear seats are equipped with an automatic locking retractor for securing the child restraint system. When activated, this retractor allows you to securely fasten the child restraint system in place so that inadvertent movements will not occur. Activating the automatic locking retractor 1. Pull the safety belt retractor completely out.
Child Restraint Anchorages f Please observe the chapter “AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR” on Page 44. If your child restraint seat or seats require the use of a tether strap, you will want to use the anchor points provided behind the rear seat backrests under the carpet. To ensure proper installation, see your authorized Porsche dealer. The tether strap can be moved to the other anchor point if required.
Child Restraint Systems Porsche recommends that all infants and children be restrained in child restraint systems at all times while the vehicle is in motion in accordance with applicable laws. The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states and the Canadian provinces. The child restraint system should be one that complies with U.S.
Children up to 9 months old Children aged between 3 and 6 years Children aged between 6 and 12 years Children of this age must be held in a restraint system which is installed on the passenger’s seat facing backwards. Children of this age are held in child restraint systems facing forwards. Whenever possible, these child restraint systems should be installed on the rear seats. Children of this age are held in child restraint systems facing forwards.
LATCH System Child seat bracket on the passenger’s seat Use only child restraint systems with the LATCH system recommended by Porsche. These systems have been tested and adjusted to the interior of your Porsche and the appropriate child age groups. Other systems have not been tested and could entail an increased risk of injury. You can obtain child seats that are LATCH-compatible at your authorized Porsche dealer. f Always observe the separate installation instructions for your child seat.
Warning light “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” If the airbag on the passenger’s side is switched off: – warning light “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” is continuously lit when the ignition is switched on – the message “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” is displayed by the on-board computer. Deactivation is acknowledged with an acoustic signal. f Please observe the chapter “WARNINGS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE ONBOARD COMPUTER” on Page 102.
Airbag Systems Function 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. Depending on the force and angle of impact, the corresponding airbags can be triggered. Even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, the safety belts are your primary protection and must be worn at all times.
f Do not add any additional coverings or stickers to the steering wheel or in the area of the passenger airbag, side airbags and head airbags. Doing so may adversely affect the functioning of the airbag system or cause harm to the occupants if the airbag system should deploy. Warning light and warning message Faults are indicated by a warning light in the instrument panel and a message on the on-board computer.
Parking Aids Caution! To avoid damaging the sensors: Parking assistant f Maintain sufficient distance when cleaning with steam-jet units. When the driver backs up, the parking assistant system indicates the distance between the car and a large obstacle behind it, by means of signal tones. Signal tones/function Warning! Risk of serious personal injury or death. ParkAssist cannot detect small objects such as children and pets.
Limits of ultrasonic measurement Preconditions The parking assistant system cannot detect: – Vehicle must be equipped with seat memory. – Set the control switch A to “passenger’s side”. – sound-absorbing obstacles (e.g. powder snow), – Reverse gear must be engaged. – sound-reflecting obstacles (e.g. glass surfaces, flat painted surfaces) Returning mirror glas to its original position f Drive forwards with a speed of over 4 mph (6 km/h) or – and very thin obstacles. – Other ultrasound sources (e.g.
Retractable Rear Spoiler The rear spoiler reduces air resistance and, particularly at high speeds, reduces rear axle lift. Warning! Risk of accident. If the rear spoiler cannot be extended, driving stability will be adversely affected by increased rear axle lift, which could lead to loss of control. f Adapt your driving style and speed to the changed driving behaviour. f Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Retracting a manually extended rear spoiler f at speeds between 0 and 20 mph (0 and 30 km/h) Press and hold button until the rear spoiler has reached its final position. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out. The rear spoiler changes to automatic mode. f at speeds between 20 and 60 mph (30 and 100 km/h) Press button briefly. The rear spoiler retracts, the light-emitting diode in the button goes out. The rear spoiler changes to automatic mode.
Clutch Pedal Setting the parking brake f Pull the lever all the way up (arrow). With the ignition on, the parking brake warning lights in the instrument panel and on-board computer will come on if the lever is even slightly raised. A firm pull upward is required to properly engage the parking brake. If the brake is not fully set, the vehicle may roll without control. The clutch pedal must be depressed fully before the starter will engage. Warning! Risk of an accident.
Parking brake warning light USA Parking brake warning light Canada The warning lights in the instrument panel and onboard computer will go out after the parking brake is fully released. The warning lights are not an indicator that the parking brake is fully set; it is only intended to be a warning to release the parking brake before driving the car. Caution! A partially engaged brake will overheat the rear brakes, reduce their effectiveness and cause excessive wear. f Release the parking brake fully.
Brake warning light USA Brake warning light Canada If the warning lights in the instrument panel and onboard computer go on while driving, the brake fluid level may be too low, or (if the brake pedal travel has increased) one of the two brake circuits may have failed. A greater braking pressure will be required, stopping distances will be longer and the braking behavior will change, particularly in curves.
Brake booster Brake wear Brake pads The brake booster assists braking only when the engine is running. Your car has excellent brakes, but they are still subject to wear. The rate at which they wear depends on how the brakes are used. Wear on the brake pads and brake discs depends to a great extent on the driving style and the conditions of use and therefore cannot be expressed in actual miles on the road.
ABS Brake System (Antilock Brake System) The ABS system represents a major contribution to the enhancement of active safety in your vehicle. This system prevents the wheels from locking in a panic stop on almost all road surfaces. With the ABS system in your vehicle, the following areas are enhanced: Steering, vehicle remains steerable under all braking forces when ABS is engaged. Good directional control, no swerving caused by locking of wheels under braking conditions.
Operation of the ABS system A wheel speed sensor is mounted to each of the four wheels. If wheel lock-up of either of the front wheels or the rear wheels is sensed during braking, the brake pressure is adjusted automatically until the wheel no longer slips. The brake pressure is regulated for each front wheel individually and for both of the rear wheels together.
Sport Mode A sportier car set-up is obtained when Sport mode is switched on. Interventions by the Porsche control systems are intentionally shifted towards greater agility and driving performance. – PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management) is automatically changed to Sport mode, resulting in a stiffer suspension setup. – The Tiptronic S switches to a sporty gearchanging map and shortens the gear shifting periods. Gear changes take place faster. – PSM (Porsche Stability Management) control is sporty.
Porsche Stability Management (PSM) PSM is an active control system for stabilization of the vehicle during extreme driving manoeuvres. Warning! The increased control that is provided should not induce you to take greater risks with your safety. The limits dictated by the laws of physics cannot be overcome, even with PSM. The risk of accidents due to inappropriate speed cannot be reduced, even by PSM. The driver bears the responsibility for all driving maneuvers.
Examples of PSM control operations The following functions stabilize the vehicle in emergency situations, even with PSM switched off: – Vehicle understeers: If the front wheels of the vehicle drift on a bend, the rear wheel on the inside of the bend is braked and the engine power is reduced if necessary. – When PSM is off, the vehicle is stabilized as soon as one of the two front wheels enters the ABS control range.
Sport mode A sportier car set-up is obtained when Sport mode is switched on. PSM interventions are later than in Normal mode; the vehicle can be manoeuvred with greater agility at its performance limits, without the need to dispense with the assistance of PSM in emergency situations. This helps to achieve optimal lap times, particularly on race circuits and a dry road surface.
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) Switching off PASM Sport mode Press PASM button in the center console. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out and the on-board computer displays a message. The previously selected PASM mode is always activated after the engine is started. There is no automatic return to normal mode after the ignition is switched off. PASM makes two running-gear setups available to the driver: “Normal” and “Sport”.
Interior lights, reading lights Orientation light Switching off A light-emitting diode at the bottom of the interior mirror improves orientation in the passenger compartment when it is dark. f Press left half of switch. Switching to continuous illumination f Press right half of switch. Switching on and off automatically f Move switch to center position. The interior and footwell lights are switched on when a door is unlocked or opened or when the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock.
Operation, Instruments 1.Ignition lock/steering lock 2.Turn signals/high beam/headlight flasher stalk 3.Hands-free microphone for telephone 4.Horn 5.Wiper/washer stalk, rear window wiper 6.Button for seat heating, left 7.Interior temperature sensor/GPS antenna 8.Stopwatch 9.Emergency flasher switch 10.Central locking button, readiness display for alarm system 11.Porsche Communication Management (PCM) 68 Controls, Instruments 12.Button for seat heating, right 13.Cupholder 14.Light switch 15.
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Before starting the engine Switch position 1 f Apply the footbrake. Ignition on f Manual transmission: Move the gearshift lever into neutral. The clutch pedal must be depressed fully before the starter will engage. f Turn ignition key to position 1. Ignition is switched on. f Tiptronic: Move the selector lever to P or N. All electrical equipment can be switched on.
Switch position 2 Locking the steering column Start engine Automatic locking f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2. f Please observe the chapter “STARTING PROCEDURES” on Page 72. Switch position 3 Ignition off f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 3. The steering column is automatically locked when the ignition key is withdrawn from the ignition lock. Automatic unlocking The steering column is automatically unlocked when the ignition key is inserted into the ignition lock.
Starting Procedures Starting the engine f Please observe the chapter “IMMOBILIZER” on Page 19. f Turn ignition key to ignition lock position 2. f Please observe the chapter “EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM” on Page 167. Warning! Serious injury may result if you are involved in a collision without having fastened the safety belts. f Fasten safety belts before driving away. Before starting the engine f Apply the footbrake. f Manual transmission: Move the gearshift lever into neutral.
Stopping Engine f Turn key back to position 3. f Do not stop engine immediately after hard or extended driving. Keep engine running at increased idle for about two minutes to prevent excessive heat build-up before turning off engine. f To avoid battery run-down, always remove the ignition key from the ignition lock. f Make sure that when you leave the car, even briefly, you have withdrawn the ignition key. f Engage the steering lock by moving the steering wheel to the left or right.
Instrument Panel USA Models Also refer to the corresponding chapters in the Owner’s Manual. 1.Engine oil temperature gauge 2.Speedometer with analogue display 3.Turn signal indicator light, left 4.Tachometer 5.High beam indicator light 6.Turn signal indicator light, right 7.ABS warning light 8.Cooling system Temperature gauge, warning light 9.Fuel Level gauge, warning light 10.Engine oil pressure gauge 11.Adjustment button for instrument illumination and trip counter 12.
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Instrument Panel Canada Models Also refer to the corresponding chapters in the Owner’s Manual. 1.Engine oil temperature gauge 2.Speedometer with analogue display 3.Turn signal indicator light, left 4.Tachometer 5.High beam indicator light 6.Turn signal indicator light, right 7.ABS warning light 8.Cooling system Temperature gauge, warning light 9.Fuel Level gauge, warning light 10.Engine oil pressure gauge 11.Adjustment button for instrument illumination and trip counter 12.
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Instrument Illumination The illumination is automatically adjusted to the ambient brightness by the light sensor in the tachometer. In addition, when the car lights are switched on, the instrument and switch symbol brightness can be manually adjusted. Engine oil temperature The engine oil temperature is indicated in the left instrument. Warning! A - Adjustment button for instrument illumination and trip counter Automatic Speed Control Indicator light Indicates automatic speed control readiness.
Resetting to zero f Press adjustment button A for approximately one second or f Reset the distance in the “SET” menu of the onboard computer. Please observe the chapter “SET BASIC SETTING ON ON-BOARD COMPUTER” on Page 100. After exceeding 6,213 miles or 9,999 kilometers, the counter returns to “0”. Trip Odometer Warning! Risk of an accident, personal injury and loss of control. f Do not reach through the steering-wheel spokes while driving.
Speedometer The digital speedometer is integrated in the onboard computer. The indication changes from mph to km/h when the units are changed from miles to kilometers. Changing over between Miles / Kilometers The units of the distance and speed displays can be changed in the “SET” menu of the on-board computer. f Please observe the chapter “SET BASIC SETTING ON ON-BOARD COMPUTER” on Page 100.
Caution! To avoid severe engine damage. f Always observe the engine rpm before downshifting to a lower gear, so you do not exceed the maximum engine rpm. Turn Signal Indicator Light Flashes in synchronism with the turn signals. Left arrow – left turn signals Right arrow – right turn signals f If the frequency of the display becomes noticeably faster, check the operation of the turn signals. High Beam Indicator light Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
Pointer in the middle – normal operating temperature The pointer may move up to the red area when engine is heavily loaded and outside temperature is high, but should return to “normal” when engine load is reduced. Warning light “A” If the coolant temperature is too high, the warning light comes on. Additionally, a warning is displayed in the on-board computer. f Pull off the road, turn off the engine and allow to cool.
If the selector lever is between two positions: – The corresponding selector lever position in the instrument cluster flashes and – The warning “Selector lever not engaged” appears on the display of the on-board computer. f Engage the selector lever correctly. If there is a fault in the transmission: – The 4th gear display flashes. – The warning “Tiptronic emergency run” appears on the on-board computer. f Please observe the chapter “REDUCED DRIVING PROGRAM” on Page 146.
Note If the tank is near empty and you top up with only a small quantity of fuel, this cannot be registered by the level gauge and calculation of the range remaining is impossible. Warning light “A” When the engine is running, the warning light of the level gauge lights up if less than approx. 2.6 U.S. gallons (10 liters) of fuel remains in the tank or the range on remaining fuel falls below approx. 30 miles (50 km). Additionally, a warning is displayed in the on-board computer.
Setting the time Warning! Risk of an accident and loss of control. A - Adjustment button for clock B - Clock C - Outside temperature display Clock The clock is blanked out approximately four minutes after the ignition is switched off or when the car is locked. Leaving adjustment mode Automatically after one minute or: f Press adjustment button again. f Do not reach through the steering-wheel spokes while driving.
If oil pressure drops abruptly and a message is displayed on the on-board computer when the engine is running on or when driving: f Stop immediately in a suitable place. f Switch off the engine. If the warning is displayed by the on-board computer while the engine is running or while driving: f Add engine oil if necessary. Possible causes Risk of engine damage. With the engine warmed up and running at a speed of 5000 rpm, the engine oil pressure should be approx. 3.5 bar.
Check Engine Warning Light The warning light in the instrument panel comes on when the ignition is first turned on and remains on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on, have the bulb replaced promptly. If the warning lights in the instrument panel and onboard computer come on and remain on while driving, it suggests: – a potential engine control problem and the need for system service or – an improperly fastened tank cap or – refuelling with engine running.
Operating lever The on-board computer is operated with the lower left lever on the steering column. Selecting functions of the on-board computer f Push lever up 3 or down 4. Confirming selection (Enter) f Push the lever forward 1. Moving back one or several selection levels f Pull the lever back 2 once or several times or f On-Board Computer (BC) Operation, controls Display field It is not possible to describe all details of the onboard computer functions in this Owner’s Manual.
Functions and display possibilities Calling on-board computer functions in display “C” f Push operating lever up or down (selection field D must be switched off). The following displays can be called step by step: – Average speed (ø mph), – Average consumption (ø mpg), – Range on remaining fuel (mi A - Digital speedometer B - Central display C - Bottom display Note The available items and displays in the on-board computer depend on the equipment of your vehicle.
LIMIT Acoustic warning signal for speed limit Setting the speed f Select LIMIT with the operating lever. The acoustic warning signal can be activated for speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h). The signal sounds when the preset speed is exceeded. For the signal to sound again, the driving speed must fall below the preset speed by at least 3 mph (5 km/h). Switching on selection field “D” f Push operating lever forward. f Push operating lever forward.
Option 2: Presetting speed f Select “LIMIT active” with the operating lever: not active active f If “not active”, push the operating lever forward. f Push operating lever slightly up or down until the desired speed is reached. upwards: speed is increased downwards: speed is decreased f Select “xx mph” with the operating lever. Note: Holding the lever pressed up or down for a longer period will adjust the speed in steps of 6 mph (10 km/h). f Push operating lever forward.
INFO Warning messages f Push operating lever forward. Switching on selection field “D” f Push operating lever forward. Calling warning messages f Select INFO with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forwards or pull backwards. The display returns to the Info menu. f Push operating lever forward. Any existing warning messages can be called using the operating lever.
Stopwatch on the instrument panel Note on operation The stopwatch has an analogue and a digital display. The large pointer of the analogue display measures the seconds. The two small pointers measure hours and minutes. The display re-starts at zero after 12 hours. Seconds and increments of 1/100th of a second can be read on the digital display. The digital display and the display in the on-board computer can indicate up to 99 hours and 59 minutes.
Starting the timing f Push operating lever forward. The selection field is switched on. f Push operating lever forward. The time runs on all stopwatch displays. The on-board computer display changes to the “Stop timing/Intermediate time” selection. f Select CHRONO with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forward. PCM information The performance display in the “Trip/Sport display/Begin trip” menu must be selected in order to analyse the data in the PCM.
Continue timing Resetting the time After timing has been stopped, the on-board computer display changes to the “Continue/Reset” selection. After timing has been stopped, the on-board computer display changes to the “Continue/Reset” selection. f Select “Reset” with the operating lever. f Push operating lever forward. The stopwatch displays continue the timing. f Push operating lever forward. The display returns to the “Start timing” selection.
To display an intermediate time: After timing has been started, the on-board computer display changes to the “Stop timing/Intermediate time” selection. The intermediate time will be displayed for approx. 5 seconds. The on-board computer display then returns to the “Stop timing/Intermediate time” selection. f Select “Intermediate time” with the operating lever and push the operating lever forwards.
In order to start timing a new lap: The “New lap?” selection appears for 5 seconds after selection of “Intermediate time”. f Select “New lap?” with the operating lever and push the operating lever forwards. f The on-board computer display returns to the “Stop timing/Intermediate time” selection after a short period. f You can stop the stopwatch or measure another intermediate time or a new lap.
OIL Display and measurement of the engine oil level Caution! Risk of engine damage. f Regularly check the oil level after refuelling. f Do not allow the oil level to fall below the minimum mark. Conditions for measuring the oil level 1. It is important to ensure that the vehicle is horizontal for correct oil level measurement to occur. 2. Engine is off. Oil return time Before the oil level is measured, the engine oil has to have flowed back into the oil pan.
Oil level measurement during refuelling The oil level is automatically measured during refuelling. Preconditions 1. Ignition is switched off. – If the bottom segment is filled in, the oil level has reached the minimum mark. f Add engine oil immediately. – If the segment flashes, the oil level has dropped to below the minimum mark. f Add engine oil immediately. The difference between the minimum and maximum marks on the segment display is approx. 1.2 liters. Each segment of the display corresponds to approx.
SET Basic setting on on-board computer f Push operating lever forward. Reset – Reset all, Reset average consumption, Reset average speed, Reset trip counter Switching on selection field “D” f Push operating lever forward. Changing the basic setting of the on-board computer Units – Speedometer km - km/h, miles - mph f Select “SET” with the operating lever.
Navigation – Integrated in the BC (Navigation instructions can be recalled on the on-board computer display) – When turning off (Navigation instructions are only shown before changing direction) Basic setting – Restore the basic setting of the on-board computer Language – Select language version 12/24h mode – Select time mode: 12h (small squares on the right side of the time display for AM/PM), 24h General information regarding the on-board computer functions Range on remaining fuel The range on remaining
Warnings on the instrument panel and the on-board computer If a warning message appears, always refer to the corresponding chapters in the Owner’s Manual. Warning messages are issued only if all measurement preconditions are met. Therefore, check all fluid levels regularly – in particular, always check the engine oil level after refuelling. Instrument panel On-board computer Text display on on-board computer Meaning/measure Seat belt Driver and passengers must fasten their seat belts.
Instrument panel On-board computer Text display on on-board computer Meaning/measure Check left/right dipped beam (low beam) The reported light is faulty. Check bulb. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. also applies to: front side lights, direction indicator, high beam, fog lights, side indicator light, brake light, tail light, rear fog light, reversing light, raised brake light, side marker Daytime driving lights off Daytime driving lights switch off when the engine is shut off.
Instrument panel On-board computer Text display on on-board computer Meaning/measure Please observe range on remaining fuel Refuel at next opportunity. Check the oil level Start engine oil level measurement in the on-board computer. The vehicle must be horizontal and the ignition must be switched on. Oil pressure too low Stop immediately at a suitable place, measure oil level with the on-board computer and, if necessary, add engine oil.
Instrument panel On-board computer Text display on on-board computer Meaning/measure Oil temperature gauge faulty Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Indicator faulty Coolant indicator failed. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Brake pad wear Have the brake pads changed immediately at an authorized Porsche dealer. Warning – Brake fluid level Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Instrument panel On-board computer Display of selector lever position flashes Display of selector lever position flashes 106 Controls, Instruments Text display on on-board computer Meaning/measure Sport mode failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Airbag system fault Airbag is faulty. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Passenger airbag off Passenger's airbag is switched off.
Instrument panel On-board computer Text display on on-board computer Meaning/measure System fault Go to workshop Several systems may have failed. Adjust your driving style. Reduce speed. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Failure of fuel level indicator Workshop Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Failure of outside temperature indicator Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Warning! Risk of an accident. f Whenever stalled or stopped for emergency repairs, 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 approaching from the rear may not realize your vehicle is stopped and cause a collision. Danger of fire. f Do not park or operate the vehicle in areas where the hot exhaust system may come in contact with dry grass, brush, fuel spill or other flammable material.
Fog lights in addition to parking lights or low beam: Pull switch to first click. Indicator light on. The fog lights will go out automatically when the high beams are switched on. Rear fog light in addition to the fog lights: Pull switch to second click. Indicator light on. If the ignition key is withdrawn and the door is opened while the lights (not the parking light or Welcome Home lighting) are on, a chime warns of possible battery discharge.
Automatic Headlight Beam Adjustment The turn signal lever turns off automatically when the steering wheel is straightened out after completing a turn. Vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlights feature automatic headlight beam adjustment. Lane changer When the ignition is switched on, the level of the headlight beam automatically changes in accordance with the vehicle load. The level of the headlight beam is automatically kept constant during acceleration and braking.
f Always switch off windshield wipers in car wash to prevent them wiping unintentionally (intermittent or sensor operation). f Always switch off windshield wipers before cleaning the windshield to avoid unintentional operation (intermittent or sensor operation). f Do not operate the headlight washer in car washes. A - Headlight washer (Vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlights): f Do not operate headlight washer when it is frozen. The washer sprays only while low beam or high beam is switched on.
The rear wiper is automatically switched off when a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h) is exceeded. It is switched on again when the speed falls below 118 mph (190 km/h). On vehicles with the Sport Chrono package, further rear wiper functions can be selected via the PCM. Please observe the chapter “Individual Memory” in the separate PCM operating instructions. Rear Wiper 6 – Rear window wiper – intermittent operation f Move wiper lever forwards to the first click. The rear window wiper wipes at preset intervals.
To switch the rain sensor on again: Maintenance note f Move wiper lever to position 0 and then to position 1 or If the wiper blades rub or squeak, this may be as a result of the following: f Operate windshield washer system 5 or – If the vehicle is washed in an automatic car wash, wax residues may be adhering to the windshield. These wax residues can only be removed by using a special cleaning solution. Please contact your authorized Porsche dealer for further information.
Vehicles with Tiptronic Hold and store speed Additional downshifts are carried out to help maintain the pre-selected speed (especially when driving downhill). f Bring the car to the desired speed with the accelerator. Warning! Risk of accident and consequent personal injury. A constant speed may not be safe in heavy traffic, or on winding or slippery roads. With the speed control system engaged, the engine speed will not return to idle when removing the foot from the accelerator pedal.
Decelerating Option 1 f Pull operating lever towards the steering wheel (position 2) until the desired speed is reached. The speed reached is maintained and stored when the lever is released. Option 2 Interrupting automatic speed control operation f Pull operating lever downwards briefly (position 3) or f Operate brake or clutch pedal or f Switch Tiptronic transmission to selector lever position N. f Briefly move lever towards the steering wheel (position 2) (a maximum of 10 times).
ABCDEFGHI JKLM- Automatic Air Conditioning System Automatic mode The automatic air-conditioning system controls the preselected interior temperature completely automatically. If necessary, the automatic system can be manually influenced. 116 Controls, Instruments f Press AUTO button I. AUTO will appear on the display panel. Air quantity and distribution are automatically controlled and variations are compensated. All automatic setting functions can be individually changed.
Setting temperature f Press button H upwards or downwards respectively. To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature can be adjusted between 61°F and 85°F/16 and 29.5°C. Recommendation: 72°F/22°C. If “LO” or “HI” appears on the display, the system is operating at maximum cooling or heating power. Automatic control is no longer active. Note If the preselected temperature is changed, the blower speed can increase automatically in automatic mode. The desired temperature is reached more quickly this way.
Recirculating-air setting Warning! Risk of accident due to impaired vision. In recirculating-air setting, the windows may fog up. f Only select recirculating-air setting for short periods. f If the windows fog up, switch recirculating-air setting off immediately by pressing the circulating-air button again and select the “Defrost windshield” function. Switching recirculating-air setting on or off f Press button C. The outside-air supply is interrupted and only the inside air is circulated.
Fresh-air Intake To ensure proper air intake: f Keep the fresh-air inlet between the luggage compartment lid and the windshield free from snow, ice and leaves. A - Continuous opening and closing B - Setting vent direction Central and Side Vents Opening vents f Rotate knurled wheel upward. Changing air flow direction f Move the vanes to make the air flow in the desired direction.
Switching on f Press button. The light-emitting diode in the button lights up. After approx. 15 minutes, the heating switches off automatically. The heater can be switched back on by pressing the button again. Switching off f Press button. The light-emitting diode in the button goes out. Heated Rear Window/Door Mirror Heating The heated rear window/door mirror heating is ready for operation when the ignition is on. 120 Controls, Instruments Ashtray Opening f Open ashtray lid.
Emptying Heating lighter f Open ashtray and carefully pull out ash insert. f Open ashtray lid. f Leave ashtray lid open. Push in ash insert. f Push in knob of the cigarette lighter. When ready for use, the lighter will snap back. Note on operation Warning! The lighter receptacle should not be used for electrical accessories. Danger of fire. f Never use ashtray for waste paper disposal, as it could pose a fire hazard.
Cupholder (holder for drinks cans and cups) f Keep the cupholder closed while driving. Warning! Risk of scalding or damage due to spilling drinks. f Only use beverage containers which fit. f Never put overfull containers in the cupholder. f Never use hot drinks. Extending cupholder f Press the panel. The panel opens. 122 Controls, Instruments f Press the symbol for the respective cupholder. f Close panel in the middle. The cupholders can be pulled out to hold larger containers.
Closing cupholder f Push cupholder drawer in. f Open panel in the middle. f Close and engage the cupholder. f Close panel in the middle. Pulling cupholder out f Pull out holder (arrow). f Insert container. f Carefully slide holder inwards to adjust it to the container size.
Storage in the Passenger Compartment Warning! Additional storage possibilities – in the doors, – in the door sill next to the passenger’s seat, Unsecured luggage and heavy objects may come loose during braking, rapid directional changes or in an accident and cause serious personal injury or death. – in the center console, f Do not transport any heavy objects in the storage trays. – glove compartment with CD and pen holder, f Do not carry unsecured luggage or objects in the passenger compartment.
CD holder Occupied drawers are indicated by a red window. Opening drawers f Push the button of the drawer you wish to open. Closing drawers f Fold up CD drawer and close until it engages. Pen holder A pen can be clipped in on the right side of the CD holder. Glove compartment Warning! Risk of injury by the glove compartment lid in case of an accident. f Keep the glove compartment closed while driving. Opening f Pull the catch and open the lid.
The luggage compartment lid can also be unlocked with the radio remote control. f Please observe the chapter “KEYS” on Page 19. Important Note If the vehicle battery is discharged, the lids can be opened only by connecting an external electrical power source. f Please observe chapter “ELECTRICAL SYSTEM” on Page 208. or the description inside the fuse box lid.
Closing luggage compartment lid and engine compartment lid f Lower the lid and close it. f Push the lid closed with the palm of your hand in the area of the lock. Check that the lid has correctly engaged in the lock. Warning! Risk of loss of control or an accident, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Opening luggage compartment lid 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 it.
Caution! Risk of damage. f Do not store any heavy, damp or heat-sensitive objects behind the access covers. Tool box Opening f Unlock turn-locks C. f Open tool box and place it on the floor of the luggage compartment. Luggage Compartment Access covers (on vehicles with DVD navigation or CD changer) Adapter for security wheel bolts Tire filling compressor Towing hook Tool kit Tire sealant Closing Opening f Grasp access cover A or B at the handle and open.
Warning light A warning message in the on-board computer lights up when unlocking handle A is operated. f Stop the vehicle immediately when the warning lights light up. f Check the luggage compartment. f Close the lid. Function with vehicle stationary If the luggage compartment lid is unlocked with unlocking handle A, the lid can be opened from the inside immediately.
Danger! Risk of accident. If the warning message in the on-board computer lights up when the vehicle is in motion, the lid may impact in front of the windshield and can tear off. You can lose control of the vehicle. f Stop the vehicle immediately when the warning message lights up. f Check the luggage compartment. f Close the lid. 130 Controls, Instruments Note The lid cannot be opened from the inside if the battery is disconnected or empty.
Note f Pay attention to the expiration date on the fire extinguisher. If the fire extinguisher is used after its expiration date has elapsed, it may not operate properly. f Follow the operating instructions on the fire extinguisher. f The functional ability of the fire extinguisher should be checked by a specialist workshop every 1-2 years. f After use, have the fire extinguisher refilled.
Warning! Risk of accident when using the HomeLink if persons, animals or objects are within the range of movement of the equipment that is being operated. f When using the HomeLink, ensure that no persons, animals or objects are within the range of movement of the equipment that is being operated. f Observe the safety notes for the original hand-held transmitter. Preconditions for operating and programming the HomeLink: – Ignition is switched on.
HomeLink with fixed code system HomeLink with changeable code system 1. Press the desired button until the light-emitting diode begins to flash slowly. You then have approx. 5 minutes to perform steps 2 and 3. 1. Allocate the required keys as for the systems with fixed code (steps 1 to 3). 2. Hold the original hand-held transmitter approx. 0 to 12 in. (0 to 30 cm) in front of the marked position (figure) on the vehicle. 3.
To reprogram a single button: 1. Press the desired button until the light-emitting diode begins to flash slowly (approx. 20 seconds). You then have approx. 5 minutes to perform steps 2 and 3. 2. Hold the original hand-held transmitter approx. 0 to 30 cm in front of the marked position (figure) on the vehicle. 3. Press the transmit button on the original hand-held transmitter until the fog lights flash three times (up to approx. 45 seconds). 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to allocate other buttons.
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) f Refer to the separate operating instructions before putting the PCM into operation. f Please observe the chapter “LOAD SWITCHOFF AFTER 2 HOURS OR 7 DAYS” on Page 209. Warning! There is a danger of accident if you set or operate the on-board computer, radio, navigation system, telephone or other equipment when driving. This could distract you from the traffic and cause you to lose control of the vehicle resulting in serious personal injury or death.
Car Audio Operation/Tips Fading and drifting Multipath FM reception FM range is limited to about 25 miles (40 km), except for some high power stations. Because of the reflecting characteristics of FM, direct and reflected signals may reach the antenna at the same time (multipath) and cancel each other out. As a vehicle moves through these electronic dead spots, the listener may hear a momentary flutter or loss of reception. A vehicle is not an ideal place to listen to a radio.
Compact disc player Caution! To avoid damage to compact disc player and discs. f Use only compact discs labeled as shown, having no dirt, damage or warpage. f Never attempt to disassemble or oil any part of the player unit. Do not insert any object other than a disc into the slot. Remember there are no user-serviceable parts inside the compact disc player. f Do not allow the disc to sustain any fingerprints, scrapes or stickers on the surfaces. This may cause poor sound quality.
Car Telephone and Aftermarket Alarms It is essential to observe the instructions of the telephone manufacturer before putting the telephone into operation. Important legal and safety information regarding the use of cellular telephones Any portable telephone or radio transmitter which is used in a Porsche must be properly installed in accordance with the technical requirements of Porsche. Some states may prohibit the use of cellular telephones while driving a vehicle.
Shifting Gears Manual Transmission, Clutch ...................... 152 Tiptronic S................................................
To avoid damage to the clutch and transmission: f Always depress the clutch pedal fully when changing gears. Make sure that the gearshift lever is completely engaged. f Only shift into reverse when the car has come to a complete stop. f When shifting gears, always ensure that the clutch pedal is fully depressed and the gear has fully engaged. f Select reverse only when vehicle is stationary. Manual Transmission, Clutch The positions of the gears are shown on the shift diagram on the gearshift lever.
Tiptronic S Release button The release button (arrow) in the selector lever prevents unintentional gear changes. The Porsche Tiptronic is a five-speed transmission with an “automatic” and a “manual” selection mode. The release button must be pressed when shifting to position R or P. In automatic selection mode (selector lever position D), gear changing is automatic. You can change temporarily from automatic to manual mode using the rocker switches on the steering wheel.
If the selector lever is between two positions: If there is a fault in the transmission: – The corresponding selector lever position in the instrument cluster flashes for two seconds and – The 4th gear display flashes. – The warning “Selector lever not engaged” appears in the on-board computer. f Engage the selector lever correctly. – The selector lever position is displayed immediately after the correct position has been detected. – The current gear is shown after a brief detection period.
Selector Lever Positions D - Automatic selection mode P – Parking lock Select position D for “normal” driving. The gears are shifted automatically according to the accelerator position and speed. f Engage parking lock only when vehicle is stationary. f Engage parking lock after applying the handbrake and release it before releasing the handbrake. The ignition key can be withdrawn only in selector lever position P. R – Reverse gear f Select only if car is stationary and the brake is applied.
Shifting gears on the steering wheel Temporary change-down With the rocker switches on the steering wheel, you can change temporarily from automatic selection mode D to manual mode M. Conditions: Speed is higher than approx. 33 mph (54 km/h). Example: – Shifting down before bends and on entering built-up areas. – Shifting down on downward slopes (engine braking). – Shifting down for brief spurts of acceleration. – Selecting 1st gear for starting off. f Rapid acceleration.
PSM switched off and/or Sport mode switched on Manual mode failure f Please observe the chapter “PORSCHE STABILITY MANAGEMENT (PSM)” on Page 63. If manual mode fails, the control electronics switch to automatic mode. In this event, the instrument cluster will display selector lever position D. f Press upper part (+) of a rocker switch. f Please observe the chapter “SPORT MODE” on Page 62. f Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Slip monitoring When the speeds of rotation of the front and rear axles differ by more than the maximum permissible value, integrated slip monitoring changes up to the next gear. This increases driving stability on a slippery surface. Note Slip monitoring is also deactivated when Porsche Stability Management (PSM) is switched off. Stopping f For a brief stop (e.g. at a traffic light), leave the selector lever in drive position and hold the vehicle with the brake pedal.
Mobile Roofs Lifting/Sliding Roof.................................... 160 Roof Transport System..............................
Lifting/Sliding Roof A - Opening the lifting/sliding roof f Press rear of rocker switch A until lifting/sliding roof reaches the desired position. Warning! Risk of injury when operating or automatically closing the lifting/sliding roof. One-touch operation f Touch rear of rocker switch A. Lifting/sliding roof opens to its end position. Stop it in any position by touching any button. f Take care to ensure that nobody can be injured when the lifting/sliding roof is operated.
B - Closing the lifting/sliding roof C - Lifting the lifting/sliding roof f Press front of rocker switch B until lifting/sliding roof reaches the desired position. f Press center of rocker switch C until lifting/ sliding roof reaches the desired position. One-touch operation One-touch operation f Touch front of rocker switch B. Lifting/sliding roof closes to its end position. Stop it in any position by touching any button. f Touch the rocker switch C in the center.
Emergency operation Warning! Risk of serious personal injury and damage to the lifting/sliding roof during emergency operation. f Do not operate the lifting/sliding roof with the rocker switch during and after emergency operation. Before using emergency operation, please check whether defective fuses are the cause of the malfunction. f Please observe the chapter “ELECTRICAL SYSTEM” on Page 208. Closing the sliding roof 1. Carefully unclip both covers A with a screwdriver.
5. Press the Allen key into the drive axle, keep it pressed and turn it clockwise until the lifting/ sliding roof is closed. 6. Remove the Allen key. Close the cover and screw in the screws. 7. Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Roof Transport System f Please follow the separate instructions for fitting the Roof Transport System. f Only use Roof Transport Systems from the Porsche Tequipment product range or Roof Transport Systems which have been tested and approved for your car by Porsche. Fitting normal commercially available luggage racks is not possible. The Porsche Roof Transport System allows you to carry various sports and hobby equipment.
Maintenance, Car Care Coolant Level............................................ Engine Oil ................................................. Engine Oil Level ........................................ Engine Oil Recommendation....................... Brake Fluid Level....................................... Fuel Economy ........................................... Operating Your Porsche in other Countries.. Fuel Recommendations.............................. Portable Fuel Containers............................
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your Vehicle Danger! Ignoring the following instructions may cause serious personal injury or death. f The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do not attempt the adjustments described on the following pages. This caution also applies to the entire vehicle. f Only work on your vehicle outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
Checking coolant level The expansion tank with its filler orifice is in the engine compartment. f Check the coolant level regularly through the transparent expansion tank. When the engine is cold and the car is level the fluid level must lie between the “MIN” and “MAX” markings. Topping off coolant Warning! Coolant Level f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE” on Page 154. The cooling system is filled at the factory with a permanent coolant.
Engine-compartment blower, radiator fan The radiator and radiator fans are in the front of the car. The engine-compartment blower is mounted on the engine compartment lid. Warning! Risk of injury. After the engine is switched off, the enginecompartment temperature is monitored for approx. 30 minutes. During this period, and depending on temperature, the engine-compartment blower may continue to run or start to run.
Engine Oil Engine oil consumption It is normal for your engine to consume oil. The rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which the engine is operated, the climate, road conditions as well as the amount of dilution and oxidation of the lubricant. If the vehicle is used for repeated short trips, and consumes a normal amount of oil, the engine oil measurement may not show any drop in the oil level at all, even after 600 miles (1,000 km) or more.
Topping off engine oil Warning! Risk of burning from hot parts in engine compartment. Risk of injury by rotating parts. The engine compartment blower on the engine compartment lid can start up even with engine off. f Exercise extrem caution when working in the engine compartment. f Top off engine oil only with the engine off. Engine oil is hazardous to your health and may be fatal if swallowed. f Keep engine oil out of children’s reach.
Engine Oil Recommendation Recommended oil viscosity ranges dependent on ambient temperatures Ambient temperature seasonal SAE Viscosity Range engine oils generally above 14°F/–10 °C SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 10W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40, 10W-40 and higher. generally below 14°F/–10 °C SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40, 10W-40. f Use only engine oils approved by Porsche. If in doubt ask your authorized Porsche dealer for Porsche tested and approved all-season oils.
Oil change The engine oil has to be changed at the intervals listed in your Maintenance Schedule. f Please observe the chapter “CAPACITIES” on Page 244. We recommend that you have the engine oil changed at your Porsche dealer, who has the required oils and the necessary filling equipment. If you suspect an oil leak in the engine have your dealer check it out immediately. All current engine oils are compatible with each other, i. e.
Brake Fluid Level f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE” on Page 154. f Use only new (unused) Original Porsche brake fluid. Warning! Brake fluid is hazardous to your health, and may be fatal if swallowed. Brake fluid also attacks paintwork. f Keep brake fluid out of children’s reach. f Take care while topping off brake fluid not to soil the luggage compartment or items of luggage.
Changing the brake fluid Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air over time. This accumulation of water lowers the boiling point and, under certain operating conditions, can affect the braking action. Therefore have the brake fluid changed in accordance with the change intervals stated in the brochure “Maintenance”. Warning light USA Warning light Canada – The warning lights on the instrument panel and on the on-board computer indicate an insufficient brake fluid level.
Fuel Economy Fuel economy will vary depending on where, when and how you drive, optional equipment installed, and the general condition of your car. A car tuned to specifications and correctly maintained, will help you to achieve optimal fuel economy. f Have your vehicle tuned to specifications. Air cleaner should be dirt free to allow proper engine “breathing”. Battery should be fully charged. Wheels should be properly aligned. Tires should be inflated at correct pressure.
Fuel Warning! Fuel is highly flammable and harmful to health. f Fire, open flame and smoking are prohibited when handling fuel. f Avoid contact with skin or clothing. f Do not inhale fuel vapors. To prevent damage to the emission control system and engine: f Never drive the tank completely out of fuel. f Avoid high cornering speeds after the warning lights have come on. f Please observe the chapter “EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM” on Page 167. Please observe the chapter “FUEL ECONOMY” on Page 163.
1. Important: Stop the engine and switch off the ignition. 2. Slowly unscrew the tank cap. Hang the tank cap on the plastic strap of the filler flap. 3. Insert fuel-hose nozzle fully into the filler neck with the handle of the fuel-hose nozzle facing down. 4. Do not add further fuel once the correctly operated automatic fuel-hose nozzle has switched off. Fuel could spray or could run over in warm temperatures. Refuelling Fuel tank capacity is listed under “Capacities”.
Unleaded fuels may not be available outside the continental U.S. and Canada. Therefore, we recommend you do not take your car to areas or countries where unleaded fuel may not be available. Fuels containing alcohol and ether Fuels containing MMT Some areas of the U.S. require oxygenated fuels during certain portions of the year. Oxygenated fuels are fuels which contain alcohols (such as methanol or ethanol) or ether (such as MTBE).
Emission Control System In the interest of clean air Pollution of our environment has become a problem that is of increasing concern to all of us. We urge you to join us in our efforts for cleaner air in controlling the pollutants emitted from the automobile. Porsche has developed an emission control system that controls or reduces those parts of the emission that can be harmful to our environment. Your Porsche is equipped with such a system.
How Emission Control Works Oxygen sensor When an automobile engine is running, it uses energy generated through the combustion of a mixture of air and fuel. Depending on whether a car is driven fast or slowly or whether the engine is cold or hot, some of the fuel (hydrocarbons) may not be burned completely, but may be discharged into the engine crankcase or exhaust system. Additonal hydrocarbons may enter the atmosphere through evaporation of fuel from the fuel tank.
Fuel Evaporation Control Topping off washer fluid Clean water is generally not enough to clean the windshield and headlights. Depending on the season, mix the water with winter cleaner giving antifreeze protection or a summer cleaner. Follow the instructions for the mixing ratio.
Warning! Risk of accident. When the engine is stopped (e.g. when being towed) or the hydraulic system fails, there is no assistance for steering. Therefore, substantially more force will have to be exerted in order to steer. f Exercise great care when being towed. f Have the fault remedied at your nearest authorized Porsche dealer. Checking hydraulic fluid f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE” on Page 154. f Only use hydraulic fluid authorized by Porsche.
Air Filter Manual Transmission Oil Automatic Transmission Fluid A dirty air filter not only reduces engine performance, but can lead to premature engine wear. The transmission oil has to be checked and changed at the intervals listed in your Maintenance Schedule. The torque converter and the transmission are lubricated with Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). The final drive requires transmission oil. See “Capacities”. Regular filter replacement is part of the routine maintenance service.
Wiper Blades f When wiper performance deteriorates, replace the wipers. f Please observe the chapter “CAR CARE INSTRUCTIONS” on Page 174. Caution! Risk of damage if the wiper arm accidentally falls back on to the window. Changing windshield wiper blades Caution! Risk of damage. If a wiper blade is not changed properly, it can come loose when the car is moving. f Check whether the wiper blade is seated securely. The wiper blade must engage the wiper arm properly.
f Apply the handbrake. 5. Insert new wiper blade until you feel it engage. Ensure that the new wiper blade is inserted into the wiper arm in the same position: – direction of the spoiler on the driver side, – curvature on the passenger side. f Switch the rear wiper off (position 0) and remove the ignition key. f Fold wiper arm away from the glass. 1. Press together the plastic spring of the wiper blade. 6. Carefully fold wiper arm back onto the windshield. 2.
Car Care Instructions f Please observe the chapter “EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE” on Page 154. Regular and correct care helps to maintain the value of your car and is also a precondition for the New Vehicle Warranty and the Anti Corrosion Warranty. Your authorized Porsche dealer has specially developed car-care products from the Porsche program available either singly or as complete car-care sets. They will be pleased to help you select suitable products.
Washing The best method of protecting your car from the damaging effects of the environment is frequent washing and the application of a preservative. The underside of your vehicle should also be thoroughly washed for cinders, salt or sanding at winter’s end. The longer salt, road dust and industrial dust, dead insects, bird droppings or substances from trees (resin, pollen) are allowed to remain on the bodywork, the more serious is their harmful effect.
Door lock Preservation f To prevent the door lock from freezing during the cold season, the lock cylinder should be covered during a wash. The paint surface becomes dull over time due to weathering. It is therefore necessary to preserve the paint regularly. This keeps the paint shiny and elastic. Dirt is prevented from adhering to the paint surface and industrial dust is prevented from penetrating the paint. f Should the lock freeze, use an ordinary de-icer. In many cases, a well warmed key can help.
Engine compartment Windows Wiper blades The engine compartment and the surface of the engine are treated with a corrosion-inhibitor at the factory. The road dust which settles on the windshield and windows contains particles of tire rubber and oil residue. The interior trim and upholstery release particles, particularly in strong sunlight, which collect on the insides of the windows. These deposits are augmented by impurities in the air which enters the car through the fresh air vents.
Warning! Danger of fire and serious personal injuries. f Do not apply additional undercoating or rustproofing on or near the exhaust manifold, exhaust pipes, catalytic converters or heat shields. During driving the substance used for undercoating could overheat and ignite. f Before applying fresh underseal, carefully remove any deposits or dirt and grease.
Headlights, lights, interior and exterior plastic parts f Use only clean water and a little dishwashing detergent to clean light lenses, plastic headlight lenses, plastic parts and surfaces. Do not clean when dry. Use a soft sponge or a soft, lint-free cloth. Gently wipe the surface without applying too much pressure. The Porsche inside window cleaner is also suitable for cleaning plastic surfaces. Follow the cleaning instructions on the container. Never use other chemical cleaners or solvents.
Fabric, upholstery, carpets and floor-mats f Use only a vacuum cleaner or a medium stiff brush. f Remove stains and spots with Porsche stain remover. The Porsche range of accessories includes nonskid floor-mats to protect the carpets in summer and winter. Warning! Risk of an accident. f Always check the movement of the pedals before driving and make sure that they are not obstructed by a floor-mat or any other object.
Storing your Porsche If you intend to store your Porsche for a prolonged period, please consult your authorized Porsche dealer. The staff will be glad to advise you on the most suitable and necessary methods. f Clean your vehicle thoroughly inside and outside. Clean the engine compartment. The under carriage and chassis components should be free of dirt and salt deposits. f Fill up the fuel tank. f Change the oil and oil filter, and run the engine for several minutes.
Maintenance, Car Care
Practical Tips, Emergency Service Tires/Wheels ............................................ 197 Loading Information................................... 210 Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage Lift ........................................... 212 Flat Tire.................................................... 213 Wheel Bolts .............................................. 216 Electrical System ...................................... 220 Battery ....................................................
Exercise Extreme Caution when Working on your Vehicle Danger! Ignoring the following instructions may cause serious personal injury or death. f The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do not attempt the adjustments described on the following pages. This caution also applies to the entire vehicle. f Only work on your vehicle outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
Tires/Wheels The original equipment tires and wheel rims on your Porsche comply with all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. For your safety remember the following: – Wheel rims and wheel bolts are matched to fit your Porsche. – If you intend to use other than original equipment wheels, be sure that they conform to Porsche specifications for your model. Only tires with the same make and with the same specification code (e.g. “N0”, “N1”...) can be mounted.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specific government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Traction AA, A, B, C Temperature A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Tire pressures Warning! Incorrect tire pressure causes increased tire wear and adversely affects road handling. f Always use an accurate tire pressure gauge when checking inflation pressures. The tire pressure must match the prescribed value. You can find information on tire pressure: – on Page 3 of this Owner’s Manual – and in the left door aperture. These values are for cold tires (68°F (20 °C)). f Do not exceed the maximum tire pressure listed on the tire sidewall.
B Vehicle load limit Is the maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the vehicle. 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. Please observe the chapter “LOADING INFORMATION” on Page 198. C Tire size for the front axle Check with your authorized Porsche dealer about the current release status.
Tire traction Warning! When driving on wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water may build up between the tires and the road. This phenomenon is known as “hydroplane” and may cause partial or complete loss of traction, vehicle control or stopping ability. f Reduce speed on wet surface to prevent this. Tire life Tire life depends on various factors, i. e., road surfaces, traffic and weather conditions, driving habits, type of tires and tire care. f Inspect your tires for wear and damage before driving off.
Tire care Tire damage, puncture f Avoid damaging tires and wheel rims. f Check tires for imbedded material, cuts, punctures, cracks and bulges (side wall) before driving off. f Check tires for uneven wear and damage before driving off.
Tire replacements If in doubt, contact your Porsche dealer. Use only tire makes and types approved by Porsche. If you do not use a Porsche recommended replacement tire, make sure that you purchase your new tires from a reputable tire dealer and that the dealer complies with all manufacturers warnings for those tires. Only tires with the same make and with the same specification code (e.g. “N0”, “N1”...) can be mounted.
Wheel alignment, wheel balancing As a precaution, have wheels with summer tires balanced in the spring, and those with mud and snow tires before winter. Unbalanced wheels may affect car handling and tire life. Only the specified weights may be used for wheel balancing. Self-adhesive weights must not come into contact with cleaning agents, since they could drop off. Uneven tread wear indicates wheel imbalance. In this event, the vehicle should be checked at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Snow tires For a better grip on snow and ice, use radial M+S tires with studs. Check with your local Motor Vehicle Bureau for possible restrictions. Danger! Risk of loss of control and damage to the vehicle as well as serious personal injury or death. The standard tires profile and rubber mixture are optimized for wet and dry driving conditions, and may not prove favorable for snow conditions. f Therefore install M+S tires before driving in such conditions.
Snow chains Caution! Risk of damage to body, axle or brake components. f Fit snow chains only to the rear wheels, and only with the tire/rim combination listed in the Technical Data. To ensure adequate clearance between chain and body, Porsche recommends only the use of fine-link chains such as those approved by Porsche. Tire designations Due to new speed and load ratings for radial tires, new designations have come into force for snow tires for your Porsche. The designation to be used for ZR tires is e.g.
B TIN (Tire Identification Number) Example: DOT xx xx xxxx xxxx – DOT The DOT symbol indicates that the tires comply with the requirements of the US Department of Transportation and provides information about: – first two-digit code means manufacture’s identification mark. – second two-digit code means tire size. – third four-digit code means tire type code. Example of Inscription Inscription on radial tire A Tire size Example: P 295/30 ZR 19 100 Y – P - The tire is designed for Passenger vehicle.
E Maximum Load rating Tip on driving The maximum load in kilograms and pounds can be carried by the tire. If you replace tires always use a tire that has the same maximum load rating as the factory installed tire. Tires with a maximum speed rating that is lower than the specified maximum vehicle speed may be mounted only if they bear an M+S identification on the tire sidewall. F Radial The identification indicates if the tire has radial structure.
Loading Information Definitions The Curb weight - actual weight of your vehicle vehicle weight including standard and optional equipment, fluids and emergency tools. This weight does not include passengers and cargo. The Gross Vehicle Weight is sum of the curb weight and the weight of passengers and cargo combined. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum total weight of vehicle, passengers, luggage and optional equipment.
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. (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
Platform lift Before the car is driven on to a lifting platform, it must be ensured that there is enough space between the lifting platform and the vehicle. Garage lift A garage lift must be used only at the illustrated jacking points. A - Front jacking point Lifting the Vehicle with a Lifting Platform or Garage Lift The car must be raised only at the illustrated jacking points.
Flat Tire Warning! Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injuries to you or to bystanders. f If you have a flat tire, move a safe distance off the road. Turn the emergency flasher on and use other warning devices to alert other motorists. Set the parking brake. f Do not park your vehicle where it may contact dry grass, brush or other flammable materials.
The tire sealant and a compressor with pressure tester can be found in the tool box in the luggage compartment. The tire sealant comprises: f Fire, naked flame and smoking are prohibited when handling tire sealant. – A filler hose f Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. – A spare valve insert. Danger! Risk of accident. f Use the tire sealant only in the case of cuts or punctures no larger than 0.15 in. (4 mm).
5.Screw filler hose B onto the filler bottle. The filler bottle is now open. 16.Please consult your authorized Porsche dealer. 6.Unscrew valve cap from tire valve F. Care Instructions 7.Remove valve insert E from the tire valve with valve turner D. Keep the valve insert in a clean and dry place. After drying, any sealant that emerges can be peeled off like a film. 8.Remove plug C of the filler hose B. 9.Push filler hose onto the tire valve. 10.
f Always clean the wheel bolts before fitting. f Apply a thin coat of Optimoly TA (aluminium paste) on the thread and between the bolt head and movable spherical cap ring (arrows). The bearing surface of the spherical cap facing the wheel must not be greased. f Replace damaged wheel bolts. Only use the Original Porsche wheel bolts specially designed for this vehicle type. Tightening torque Tightening torque of wheel bolts: 130 Nm/96 ftlb.
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. 3. Read the tire pressure on the gauge stem and compare it to the permissble tire pressure. This information can be found on the tire pressure plate or in the chapter Technical Data.
Changing a wheel Warning! Risk of injury. The car may slip off the jack. f Make sure that no one is in the vehicle when jacking up and changing a wheel. f Always place the car on stable supports if work has to be carried out under the car. Risk of damage to the brake discs of the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB). f Always screw in both assembly aids when changing a wheel. 1. Fully apply the handbrake, engage 1st gear or select position P and withdraw the ignition key. 2.
7. Please observe the chapter “WHEEL BOLTS” on Page 204. Screw in wheel bolts; remove assembly aids and screw in the remaining wheel bolts. Initially tighten bolts in diagonally opposite sequence so that the wheel is centered. 8. Lower the car completely. 9. Tighten wheel bolts in diagonally opposite sequence. Immediately after changing a wheel, use a torque wrench to check the prescribed tightening torque (130 Nm/96 ftlb.). Note The tools required for changing a wheel (e.g.
Electrical System In order to avoid damage and faults in electrical or electronic systems, electrical accessories should be installed at your authorized Porsche dealer. f Only use accessories authorized by Porsche. Warning! Risk of short circuit and fire. Replacing fuses or relays with the engine running or the ignition on could cause electrical shock. f Disconnected the battery during all work on the electrical system. Please observe the chapter “BATTERY” on Page 212.
Alarm system, central locking Load switch-off after 2 hours or 7 days The status of the central locking and alarm system is not changed by disconnecting the battery. When the battery is disconnected, the alarm system ceases to function. If the ignition key is removed, loads which are switched on or are in standby mode (such as the luggage compartment light, interior light and radio) are automatically switched off after approx. 2 hours.
1. Switch off the load with the defective fuse. 2. Pull off plastic cover at the finger hole (arrow). The fuse plan and instructions for emergency unlocking of the luggage compartment lid and engine compartment lid can be found on the inner side of the cover. 3. Remove the corresponding fuse from its slot using the plastic gripper A in order to check it. A blown fuse can be identified by the melted metal strip. 4. Replace only with fuses of the same rating.
Emergency unlocking of the luggage compartment lid If the battery is discharged, the lid can be opened only with the aid of a donor battery. Unlocking lid 1. Use the key to unlock the vehicle at the door lock. 2. Remove plastic cover over the fuse box. 3. Pull out positive terminal A in the fuse box. 4. Use a jumper cable to connect the positive terminal of the donor battery with positive terminal A in the fuse box.
Battery Warning! Risk of short circuit and fire. f Observe all warning notes on the battery. f Disconnect the battery during all work on the electrical system. f If you get electrolyte, which is an acid, in your eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with cold water for several minutes and call a doctor. f Spilled electrolyte must be rinsed off at once with a solution of baking soda and water to neutralize the acid.
Battery care Checking the electrolyte fluid level Battery charging f Ensure that battery is securely mounted. Generally, the electrolyte level must be checked more often in summer than in the winter, and more often when driving long distances. Automotive batteries loose their efficiency when not in use. The charge available in your battery can be measured with a battery hydrometer. We recommend that the battery voltage be tested by your Porsche dealer who has the appropriate equipment.
Warning! Hydrogen gas generated by the battery could cause an explosion, resulting in severe personal injuries. f Charge battery in a well ventilated area. f Never charge a frozen battery. It may explode because of gas trapped in the ice. Allow a frozen battery to thaw out first. f If you get electrolyte, which is an acid, in your eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with cold water for several minutes and call a doctor. Slow battery charging 1.
Replacing battery Putting vehicle into operation Ignition key/ignition lock The service life of the battery is subject to normal wear; it depends greatly on care, climatic conditions, and driving conditions (distances, loads). After the battery is connected or after an exhaustively discharged battery is charged, the multifunctional PSM light lights up on the instrument panel and a message appears on the on-board computer to indicate a fault.
Removing the battery The required tool is in the tool kit. The battery is located in the luggage compartment under a black plastic lid. Warning! Risk of damage to alternator and electronic control units. f Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is running. This also applies to cars equipped with a battery main switch. f Never drive the car with a disconnected battery. Risk of caustic burns from escaping acid. f Keep vent caps on to avoid spillage.
Installing the battery 1. Using your finger nail or a small screwdriver, carefully lift off the cover of the key grip (arrow). 1. Put battery in and push it all the way to the stop. 2. Replace the battery (paying attention to the polarity). Replacement battery – Lithium CR 2032, 3 volts 2. Screw in fastening screw B. Danger! 3. Replace the cover and press together firmly. Please observe the disposal instructions for batteries. Risk of short circuit and explosion.
Emergency Starting with Jumper Cables If the battery is discharged, e.g. in winter or after the car has been parked for a long time, the battery of another car can be used for starting with the help of jumper cables. Make sure the voltage of both batteries is the same. Both batteries must be 12 volt types. The capacity (Ampere hours, Ah) of the booster battery must not be substantially less than that of the discharged battery.
Connect jumper cables in the following sequence: Always observe the sequence below: 1. Connect the positive lead (red) to the positive terminal of the discharged battery first, then connect it to the positive terminal of the donor battery. 2. First connect the negative cable (black) to the negative terminal of the donor battery, then connect it to a suitable grounding point on the vehicle with the discharged battery. This grounding point must lie as far as possible from the battery.
Lights, Replacing Bulbs Warning! Risk of short circuit. f Always switch off the relevant consumer when changing bulbs. Risk of injury. The Bi Xenon headlights are under high voltage when installed. f Be careful during all work in the area of the Bi Xenon headlights. Risk of damage. Bulbs of a higher wattage can damage the lamp housing. f Only the bulbs shown in the chart may be used. f New bulbs must be clean and free from oil, grease and fingerprints. Therefore, never touch bulbs with your bare hands.
Bulb chart Type, rating Halogen low beam H7, 55W Low beam with Bi-Xenon headlight Philips, D2S 35W Halogen high beam H9, 65W Additional high beam with Bi-Xenon headlight H11, 55W Fog light H8, 35W Tail light, rear fog light P21/4W Brake light/tail light P21/4W Tail light, reflector P21/5W Make-up mirror light K3W Reversing light P21 Trun signal indicator light, front and rear PY21W Turn signal indicator light, side WY5W Side marker light W3W Door guard/Curb light W5W Parking ligh
Headlights Caution! Risk of damage to headlights due to abrasion and excessive temperatures. f Do not fix any coverings (e.g. “stone guards” or films) in the area of the headlights. Removing headlights 1. Unscrew plastic nut A. Detach the side carpeting. 222 Practical Tips, Emergency Service 2. Remove rubber plug B from the unlocking opening.
Installing 1. Insert headlight into the guide rails and push fully into the wing. 2. Push headlight to the rear and at the same time turn the socket wrench until it points horizontally to the rear C. The headlight locking device must perceptibly and audibly engage. 3. Insert the rubber plug into the unlocking opening and secure the carpet. Check the function of all lights. 3. Place socket wrench (tool kit) on the unlocking spindle. The handle of the wrench should point horizontally to the rear.
Halogen headlights Changing bulb for low beam Bi-Xenon headlight Changing bulb for low beam and high beam 1. Pull off plug A. 1. Turn the plug counter-clockwise (bayonet lock) and pull it off. 2. Disengage fixing loop B. 3. Replace defective bulb. When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly. 4. Reassemble in reverse order. 224 Practical Tips, Emergency Service 2. Disengage both fixing loops A. 3. Replace defective bulb B. When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly. 4.
Closing lid of headlight housing 1. Push on lid until it perceptibly engages. 2. Fasten lid with the 4 screws. Changing bulb for high beam or additional high beam (Bi-Xenon headlight) 2. Pull both plug release tabs apart. Pull plug out of the bulb holder. 1. Turn the bulb holder. Turn it counter-clockwise on the left headlight and clockwise on the right headlight. Take bulb holder out of the headlight housing. 3. Replace the defective bulb with bulb holder. 4. Reassemble in reverse order.
Changing bulbs for parking light, turn signal light and fog light The release card for the auxiliary headlights is inside the vehicle folder. 1. Insert release card at the side of the auxiliary headlight. The auxiliary headlight is released by pushing in the card. The card may have to be pushed again to release the second connection. 226 Practical Tips, Emergency Service 2. Remove auxiliary headlight. Ensure that the vent hose D is not lost when the auxiliary headlight is pulled out.
Bulb for parking light A Bulb for turn signal B Bulb for fog light C 1. Turn holder towards the left and pull it out to the rear. 1. Turn holder counter-clockwise (bayonet lock) and remove it. 1. Press the release tab of the plug and pull plug off. 2. Pull out and replace defective bulb. 2. Turn the defective bulb counter-clockwise (bayonet lock) and replace it. 2.
Installing auxiliary headlight f Ensure that the cables are inside the guide (arrows) properly. Caution! Risk of paint damage if the auxiliary headlight is inserted into the front apron when tilted. f Exercise caution when inserting the auxiliary headlight into the guides of the front apron. f Ensure that the guide of the housing is inserted into the guide A of the front apron. 228 Practical Tips, Emergency Service f Push auxiliary headlight into the front apron until it is felt to engage.
Changing bulb for side marker light 1. Remove the cap in the wheel housing liner with a screwdriver. 2. Insert the screwdriver into the opening in the wheel housing liner at right angles to the turn signal housing. By pressing with the screwdriver, disengage the securing spring of the turn signal housing. 3. Swivel out the indicator light and undo bulb holder (bayonet lock). 4. Remove the bulb from the holder and replace it. Insert holder. 5.
Tail Light Changing bulb 1. Open the engine compartment lid. 2. Completely unscrew fastening screw A. 3. Pull tail light out towards the back. ABCDE- Reversing light Turn signal Tail light/brake light Tail light/reflector Rear fog light/side marker light 4. Turn the bulb holder in the tail light housing counter-clockwise and pull it out. 5. Turn the defective bulb counter-clockwise (bayonet lock) and replace it. 6. Insert the bulb holder and turn it clockwise. 230 Practical Tips, Emergency Service 7.
License Plate Light Changing bulb 1. Unscrew both screws A and remove the lens. Luggage Compartment/Engine Compartment/Footwell Light Changing bulb 2. Remove defective bulb from between the contact springs and replace it. 1. With a screwdriver (arrow), carefully push out the light. 3. Reassemble in reverse order. Check operation of the light. 2. Remove defective bulb from between the contact springs and replace. Door Guard/Curb Light Changing bulb 1.
Additional brake lights The light-emitting diodes of the additional brake lights cannot be replaced individually. Have the defective brake light replaced at an authorized Porsche dealer. Interior Light, Reading Lights Changing bulb 1. Carefully pull light housing out of the trim (arrow). 2. Reading light Turn the holder A of the defective bulb counterclockwise and pull it out. Remove bulb and replace. Interior light Carefully unclip the light lens on the switch side (arrows) and then detach it.
Adjusting Headlights f Please observe the chapter “LIGHTS, REPLACING BULBS” on Page 220. Adjustment The adjustment is made with the vehicle ready to drive and the fuel tank completely filled. The driver’s seat must be loaded by a person or a 165 lbs. (75 kg) weight and the tire pressures must meet the prescribed values. After being loaded, the car must be rolled a few meters so that the suspension can settle.
Floor The surface upon which the vehicle rests is flat and approximately level. Screen The screen upon which headlamp beams are projected is perpendicular to the floor and the vehicle’s longitudinal axis, flat, uniformly light in color, unobstructed, and wide and high enough to accommodate the vehicle beam patterns to be aimed. The screen should be wide enough to provide at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) of space outboard of the vehicle’s headlamp spacing.
Towing Certain state statutes and local ordinances prohibit towing with a chain, rope or even a tow bar. In addition, damage to your vehicle may result from improper procedures. Consult your authorized Porsche dealer for details. Vehicle towing Flat bed towing is the preferred type of towing to be used on Porsche vehicles. Under certain circumstances, wheel lifts may be used when the vehicle will not roll.
4. Carefully feed towing straps through the opening in the front wheels. Make sure metal parts of straps do not damage rim. Make sure the strap is flat over the rim bead. Make sure brake backing plate is not damaged. 5. Secure straps to front of flat bed. 6. Release tension on hoist cable, but do not disconnect. Use hoist cable as a safety cable. Pulling vehicle onto flat bed Tieing down vehicle on flat bed 1. Position wooden ramps at the base of the flat bed to reduce the angle of the pull. 1.
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Vehicle Identification When ordering spare parts or making inquiries, please always quote the vehicle identification number. Vehicle data bank The vehicle data bank is attached to the inside of the “Maintenance” booklet. It contains all important data about your vehicle. Note This data bank cannot be re-ordered if it is lost or damaged. This label contains the following information: 1. Vehicle Identification No. 2. Type/Type description 3. Engine code/Transmission code 4. Paint No./Interior 5.
Tire pressure plate Engine number The tire pressure plate is attached to the left-hand door aperture. The engine number is stamped on the underside of the crankcase. Paint data Paint data can be found on the tire pressure plate.
Technical Data Engine data 911 Carrera Type Number of cylinders Bore Stroke Cubic capacity Compression ratio Net-horsepower, SAE J 1349 at crankshaft speed Net torque, SAE J 1349 at crankshaft speed Engine control 240 Technical Data 911 Carrera S M 96/05 M 97/01 Horizontally opposed engine, liquid cooled Horizontally opposed engine, liquid cooled 6 6 3.78 in./96 mm 3.90 in./99 mm 3.26 in./82.8 mm 3.26 in./82.8 mm 219.4 cu. in./3596 cm3 233.3 cu. in./3824 cm3 11.3 : 1 11.
Transmission Manual transmission Tiptronic S 3.91 2.32 1.61 1.28 1.08 0.88 3.60 2.19 1.41 1.00 0.83 3.59 3.17 1.93 3.56 1st gear 2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear Reverse 1st gear 2nd gear Final drive ratio 3.44 Tire Pressures for cold tires Summer and winter tires 18 inch wheels front rear 36 psi (2.5 bar) 44 psi (3.0 bar) 19 inch wheels, partially loaded (up to 2 persons without luggage) front rear 33 psi (2.3 bar) 39 psi (2.
Tires, Rims, Tracks Tire Rim Rim offset Track Summer tires front rear 235/40 ZR 18 (91Y) 265/40 ZR 18 (101Y) XL 8 J x 18 H2 10 J x 18 H2 57 mm 58 mm 58.5 in./1486 mm 60.4 in./1534 mm or front rear 235/35 ZR 19 (87Y) 295/30 ZR 19 (100Y) XL 8 J x 19 H2 11 J x 19 H2 57 mm 67 mm 58.5 in./1486 mm 59.7 in./1516 mm Snow tires front rear 235/40 R 18 91V M+S 265/40 R 18 97V M+S * 8 J x 18 H2 10 J x 18 H2 57 mm 58 mm 57.8 in./1486 mm 60.4 in.
Tire and rim sizes Extensive tests are performed before specific tires and wheels are approved by Porsche. Your Porsche dealer has information about approved tires and wheels and is happy to assist you. If aftermarket tires and/or wheels are installed which are not approved by Porsche, the vehicle’s roadability and handling characteristics might be impaired. Since Porsche has no data on such combinations, Porsche cannot stand behind the safety or durability of these aftermarket combinations.
Capacities Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. Your authorized Porsche dealer will gladly advise you. Your Porsche has been designed so that it is not necessary to mix any additives with oils or fuels. Engine Oil change quantity without oil filter approx. 8.5 quarts / 8.0 liters Oil change quantity with oil filter approx. 8.7 quarts / 8.25 liters Please observe the chapter “ENGINE OIL” on Page 157. Coolant Manual transmission and differential approx. 8.45 U.S.
Weights 911 Carrera Manual transmission Tiptronic S Empty weight (depending on equipment) Maximum gross weight Maximum axle load, front* Maximum axle load, rear* Maximum useful load, Roof Transport System** 1395 kg to 1495 kg 3075 lbs. to 3296 lbs. 3990 lbs./1810 kg 1709 lbs./775 kg 2601 lbs./1180 kg 165 lbs./75 kg 1435 kg to 1535 kg 3164 lbs. to 3384 lbs. 4090 lbs./1855 kg 1709 lbs./775 kg 2601 lbs./1180 kg 165 lbs.
Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Ground clearance Turning circle 174.4 in./4427 mm 71.2 in./1808 mm 51.6 in./1310 mm 92.6 in./2350 mm 4.2 in./106 mm 35.8 ft./10.9 m Vehicles with PASM Height Ground clearance 51.2 in./1300 mm 3.8 in.
Diagrams Engine diagram at full power – 911 Carrera Acceleration diagram Values have been determined at DIN empty weight and with a 50 % load without additional equipment. Transmission diagram The transmission diagram is based on standard values on the basis of a mean effective scrub radius. Changes of the scrub radius, the tire tolerance, wear and tear, deviating country equipment and tire slip have not been taken into account.
Engine diagram at full power – 911 Carrera S 248 Technical Data
Acceleration diagram for manual transmission – 911 Carrera Technical Data 249
Acceleration diagram for manual transmission – 911 Carrera S 250 Technical Data
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Index A B C ABS (antilock brake system) .......................... 60 Warning light ........................................ 61 Air distribution ............................................ 116 Air filter...................................................... 171 Airbag....................................................50, 51 Disposal............................................... 51 Switching off passenger airbag .............. 49 Warning light ........................................
Storage.............................................. 125 Compartment monitoring............................... 26 Coolant ................................................82, 155 Level.................................................. 155 Temperature gauge .............................. 82 Warning light ........................................ 82 Cooling system.....................................82, 155 Cruise control.............................. 86, 114, 115 Cupholder ....................................
Home mode ............................................... 109 HomeLink................................................... 132 Hoods................................................126, 127 Horn ............................................... 17, 22, 24 I Ignition lock.................................................. 70 Immobilizer .................................................. 19 Indicator lights.............................................. 74 Instrument................................................
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)....... 8 Porsche Communication Management (PCM) 135 Porsche Stability Management (PSM).............. 63 Information light .................................... 65 Power measurements ................................. 154 Power steering fluid level.....................170, 244 Power windows.......................................21, 28 Practical tips .............................................. 184 R Radiator fan .........................................
Sealant ......................................201, 202 Sidewall ............................................. 196 Size ................................................... 196 Tools ......................................................... 128 Towing ...................................... 146, 235, 236 Tow-starting ............................................... 146 Tracks ....................................................... 242 Transmission ......................................140, 241 Fluid............
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Fuel Quality 4 Tire Pressures for Cold Tires 5 Porsche and the Environment 6 Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) 8 Setting and operating vehicle components when driving 8 Portable Fuel Containers 8 Engine Exhaust 9 Ground Clearance 9 Before driving off...
Retractable Rear Spoiler 54 Clutch Pedal 56 Parking Brake 56 Brakes 57 ABS Brake System (Antilock Brake System) 60 Sport Mode 62 Porsche Stability Management (PSM) 63 Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) 66 Interior Lights 67 Operation, Instruments 68 Ignition/Starter Switch with anti-theft Steering Lock 70 Starting Procedures 72 Stopping Engine 73 Instrument Panel USA Models 74 Instrument Panel Canada Models 76 Engine oil temperature 78 Automatic Speed Control Indicator light 78 Instrument Illuminat
Footwell Light 231 Door Guard/Curb Light 231 Interior Light, Reading Lights 232 Adjusting Headlights 233 Towing 235 Technical Data 240 Diagrams 247
