WKD 996021 03 5/02 @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG Porsche, the Porsche crest, Carrera, Targa, Boxster, Tiptronic and Tequipment are registered trademarks and the distinctive shapes of Porsche automobiles are trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. All rights reserved. Printed in Germany 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. Ensure that anyone else driving your Porsche does the same. To prevent or minimize injury, always use your safety belts. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or during the operation of your vehicle. This Owner's Manual contains a host of useful information. Please take the time to read this manual before you drive your new Porsche. Become familiar with the operation of your Porsche car for maximum safety and operating pleasure. The better you know your Porsche, the more pleasure you will experience driving your new car. Always keep your Owner's Manual in the car, and give it to the new owner if you ever sell your Porsche. A separate Maintenance Booklet explains how you can keep your Porsche in top driving condition by having it serviced regularly. A separate Warranty and Customer Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Porsche. Your car has thousands of parts and components which have been designed and manufactured in accordance with Porsche's high standards of engineering quality and safety. Any alteration of the vehicle may negate or interfere with those safety features built into the vehicle. For U.S. only: If you believe that your vehicle has a fault which could cause a crash, injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche Cars N.A.J. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety problem exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you and your dealer, or Porsche Cars N.A.. Your Porsche is intended to be used in a safe manner obeying the local laws and in the light of driving conditions faced by you, and in accordance with the instructions provided in this Owner's Manual. Do not misuse your Porsche by ignoring those laws and driving conditions, or by ignoring the instructions in this manual. Any alteration or misuse of the vehicle can lead to accidents and severe or fatal personal injuries. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline tolHree at 1~800)-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. The fitting of racing tires (e.g. slicks) for sporting events is not approved by Porsche. Very high cornering speeds can be achieved with racing tires. However, the resulting transverse acceleration values would jeopardize the adequate supply of oil to the engine. Porsche therefore will not accept any warranty or accept any liability for damage occurring as a result of non-compliance with this provision. 2 Regularlycheck 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. Also check with your dealer on other available options or equipment. Throughout this booklet, left is designated as the driver's side of the vehicle, and right as the passenger's side of the vehicle. Text, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the information available at the time of printing. It has always been Porsche's policy to continuously improve its products. Porsche, therefore, reserves the right to make changes in design and specification, and to make additions or improvements in its product without incurring any obligation to install them on products previously manufactured. We wish you many miles of safe and pleasurable driving in your Porsche. Important For your own protection and longer service life of your car, please heed all operating instructions and special warnings. These special warnings use the safety alert symbol, followed by the words Danger, Warning and Caution. These special warnings contain important messages regarding your safety and/or the potential for damage to your Porsche. Ignoring them could result in serious mechanical failure or even physical injury. Do not alter your Porsche. Any alteration could create dangerous conditions or defeat safety engineering features built into your car. Do not misuse your Porsche. Use it safely, and consistently with the law, according to the driving conditions, and the instructions in this manual. Alteration or misuse of your Porsche could cause accidents and severe or fatal personal injuries. Note to owners In Canada, this manual is also available in French. To obtain a copy contact your dealer or write to: Note aux proprietaires Au Canada on peut se procurer un exemplaire de ce Manuel en franc;ais aupres du concessionaire ou du: Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. Automobiles Porsche Canada, LTEE 5045 Orbitor Building #11, Mississauga, Canada L4W Drive Suite 302 Ontario 4Y4 Telephone number for customer assistance: 1-800-PORSCHE / Option 3 3 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. Be assured that your vehicle will operate properly on unleaded premium fuels with octane numbers of at least 95 RON (90 CLC or AKI). since the engine's "Electronic OktaneTM knock control" will adapt the ignition timing, if necessary. Fuels containing alcohol andether 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). Under normal conditions, the amount of these compounds in the fuel will not affect driveability. You may use oxygenated fuels in your Porsche, provided the octane requirements for your vehicle are met. We recommend, however, to change to a different fuel or station if any of the following problems occur with your vehicle: - Deterioration - Substantially of driveability and performance. reduced fuel economy. especially at high altitude or at high temperature. - Vapor lock and non-start problems, - Engine malfunction or stalling. Fuels containing MMT Some North American fuels contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used, your emission control system performance may be negatively affected. The check engine warning lights on your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, Porsche recommends you stop using fuels containing MMT. 4 Tire Pressures for Cold Tires Summer tires and snow tires Front 17 inch wheels: 18 inch wheels: 17 inch wheels: 18 inch wheels: 36 psi (2.5 bar) overpressure 36 psi (2.5 bar) overpressure 36 psi (2.5 bar) overpressure 44 psi (3.0 bar) overpressure Rear Spare wheel 911 Carrera, Front and rear Targa 60 psi (4.2 bar) overpressure Collapsible spare wheel 911 Carrera 4, Carrera 4S Front and rear 36 psi (2.5 bar) overpressure These tire pressures are valid only for Porsche approved tires. For replacement tires it is imperative that you consult the Technical Data and Tires, Wheels sections of this manual and follow the recommendations contained therein. 5 Porsche and the Environment Environmental guidelines California Proposition 65 Warning. Production The manufacture of Porsche vehicles in a factory adjacent to a residential area requires more than mere compliance with all laws and regulations. Whether in production or repair, Porsche always relies on environmentally friendly technology. An example of this is the water-based paint used in our painting installation. Water-base paints and new painting methods reduce solvent emissions by 70 per cent. And the water used in the painting installation is re-circulated. Waste water leaves the Porsche factory only after being appropriately treated. A waste-management system has been introduced to reduce the amount of waste while simultaneously increasing the recycling rate. 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: /!\. Warning! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. - 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. - Open dialogue with all social groups. 6 Environmentally friendly vehicles Modern environmental technology ensures compliance with all emission laws applicable worldwide. These have the following advantages: Recycling - for a Porsche, this is virtually an academic question More than two-thirds of all Porsches ever built are still running. Just in case recycling is ever necessary, we take the following precautionary measures: Emission control is built in Innovative engine technology combines high engine performance and environmental compatibility. The engine diagnosis system electronically monitors the components and systems that affect exhaust gases. This continuous monitoring and fault storage enables swift, reliable diagnosis and fault detection. Any fault messages are indicated to the driver by the "Check Engine" warning light and the onboard computer. - Rapid operational readiness of the catalytic converters ensures low emissions, even in short-trip operation. - Identification of all materials. - Use of recyclable materials. - Reusable components designed for simple removal. - These reasons result in a further increase in the recycling rate which is currently 80 per cent. - Reliable operation and good emission control over a long useful life. Please note the chapter "Fuel economy", 7 Setting and operating vehicle components when driving Portable Fuel Containers Engine Exhaust /!\ /!\ [> Danger! full or partially an explosion, or /!\ additional fuel in portable con- Danger! Warning! There is a danger of accident if you set or operate the on-board computer, radio, navigation system, telephone, convertible top or other equipment when driving. This could distract you from the traffic and cause you to lose control of the vehicle. [> Portable fuel containers, empty, may leak, causing 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. [> result in fire in case of an accident. Never tainers carry in your vehicle. Operate the traffic the components situation allows while driving only if you to do so safely. Never start or let the engine run in an enclosed, unventilated area. It is not recommended to sit in your car for prolonged periods with the engine on and the car not moving. [> Carry out any complicated setting procedures tionary. operating or sta- only with the vehicle 8 Controls, Instruments 11 - 126 - 134 - 166 - 193 - 239 - 258 Shifting Gear 127 Mobile Roofs 135 Maintenance, Car Care 167 Practical Tips, Emergency Service 195 Vehicle Identification, Technical Data 241 Index 259 - 263 9 10 Controls, Instruments Before driving off 12, 13 Break in hints 14 Keys, theft protection .16 - 19 Immobilizer, security wheel bolts 17 Doors, door windows 20 Central locking 21 - 23 Alarm system, infrared passenger compartment monitoring 24, 25 Power windows 26, 27 Mirrors, inside and door 28, 29 Rear window defogger 30 Sun visors 31 Seats 32 - 37 Steering wheel adjustment 37 Safety belts 38 - 40 Child restraint systems 41 - 43 Airbag system 44, 45 Rollover protection system 46, 47 Parking aids 48, 49 Retractable rear spoiler 50, 51 Fixed rear spoiler, front spoiler, side member parts 51 Clutch, parking brake, brakes 52 - 55 ABS brake system 56, 57 PSM Porsche stability management 58, 59 Four-wheel drive 60, 61 Dashboard, controls and instruments...62 - 109 Ignition/starter switch 64, 65 Starting and stopping the engine 66, 67 Instrument panel 68 - 97 On-board computer 82 - 97 Emergency flasher switch 99 Light switch, automatic headlight beam adjustment 100 Turn signals/ headlight dimmer/flasher lever 101 Windshield wiper/washer lever, rain sensor 102, 103 Automatic speed control 104, 105 Automatic air conditioner 106 -108 Central and side vents 109 Ashtray 11 ° Cigarette lighter, rear wiper 111 Interior lights 112 - 114 Cupholder 115 Storage in the passenger compartment, CD or cassette holder 116, 117 Front and rear lids 118, 119 Luggage compartment 120, 121 Trunk entrapment 122, 123 Sports exhaust system 123 PCM Porsche communication management. 123 Car audio operation, tips 124, 125 Car telephone and aftermarked alarms 126 Controls, Instruments 11 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... Before driving off... Check the following items first I> I> If a child will be riding in the vehicle, check child seaVchild seat restraint system to ensure that restraints are properly adjusted. Turn the engine off before you attempt any checks or repairs on the vehicle. I> I> Check all exterior and interior lights for operation and that the lenses are clean. I> Be sure the tires are inflated correctly. Check tires for damage and tire wear. See that wheel bolts are properly tightened and not loose or missing. Check the headlights for proper aim, and if necessary, have them adjusted. 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. You will find helpful hints in this manual on how to perform most of the checks listed on the following pages. If in doubt, have these checks performed by your authorized Porsche dealer. I> I> I> Check under the vehicle for leaks. Be sure all luggage is stowed securely. equipment I> Check engine oil level, add if necessary. Make it a habit to have engine oil checked with every fuel filling. Emergency I> Check all fluid levels such as windshield washer and brake fluid levels. I> Be sure the vehicle battery is well charged and cranks the engine properly. It is good practice to carry emergency equipment in your vehicle. Some of the items you should have are: window scraper, snow brush, container or bag of sand or salt, emergency light, small shovel, first-aid kit, etc. I> Check all doors and lids for proper operation and latch them properly. I> Check and if necessary replace worn or cracked wiper blades. I> See that all windows are clear and unobstructed. I> Check air intake slots and area between luggage compartment lid and windshield are free of snow and ice, so the heater and the windshield wipers work properly. 12 Controls, Instruments In the driver's seat... I> Check operation of the horn. I> On the road... I> I> When parked, always set the parking brake. Move the Tiptronic selector lever to "P" or the gearshift lever to reverse or first gear. On hills also turn the front wheels toward the curb. Never drive after you have consumed alcohol or drugs. Always have your safety belt fastened. Always drive defensively. Expect the unexpected. I> 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. I> I> When emergency repairs become necessary, move the vehicle well off the road. Turn on the emergency flasher and use other warning devices to alert other motorists. 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. I> Use signals to indicate turns and lane I> Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors. I> changes. Turn on headlights at dusk or when the driving conditions warrant it. from the vehicle I> I> I> Buckle your safety belts. Check brake. operation of the foot and parking I> Always keep a safe distance Make it a habit to have the engine oil checked with every fuel filling. in front of you, depending on traffic, road and weather conditions. I> I> Check all warning and indicator lights with ignition on and engine not running. Reduce speed at night and during inclement weather. Driving in wet weather requires caution and reduced speeds, particularly on roads with standing water, as the handling characteristics of the vehicle may be impaired due to hydroplaning of the tires. I> Start engine and check all warning displays for warning symbols. I> I> Never leave an idling car unattended. Lock doors from inside, especially with children in the car to prevent inadvertent opening of doors from inside or outside. Drive with doors locked. I> Always observe speed limits and obey road signs and traffic laws. When tired, get well off the road, stop and I> take a rest. Turn the engine off. Do not sit in the vehicle with engine idling. See warnings on "Engine Exhaust". Controls, Instruments 13 Break in hints for the first 2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers The following tips will be helpful in obtaining optimum performance from your new Porsche. Despite the most modern, high-precision manufacturing methods, it cannot be completely avoided that the moving parts have to wear in with each other. This wearing-in occurs mainly in the first 2,000 miles/3,000 km. Therefore: t> t> t> Do not participate in motor racing events, sports driving schools, etc. during 2,000 miles/3,000 kilometers. the first Engine oil consumption During the break-in period oil consumption may be higher than normal. As always, the rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which the engine is operated, the climate and road conditions, as well as the amount of dilution and oxidation of the lubricant. t> There may be a slight stiffness in the steering, gear-shifting or other controls during the break-in period which will gradually disappear. Break in brake pads New brake pads and discs have to be "broken in", and therefore only attain optimal friction when the car has covered several hundred miles orkm. The slightly reduced braking ability must be compensated for by pressing the brake pedal harder. This also applies whenever the brake pads and brake discs are replaced. New tires New tires do not have maximum traction. They tend to be slippery. t> Make a habit of checking engine oil with every fuel filling, add if necessary. Preferably take longer trips. Avoid frequent cold starts with short-distance driving whenever possible. t> t> Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops. Do not exceed maximum engine speed of 4,200 rpm (revolutions per minute). t> Do not run a cold engine at high rpm either in Neutral or in gear. Break in new tires by driving at moderate speeds during the first 60 to 120 miles/lOO to 200 km. Longer braking distances must be anticipated. t> Do not let the engine labor, especially when driving uphill. Shift to the next lower gear in time (use the most favorable rpm range). t> Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. This rule applies at all times, not just during the break-in period. 14 Controls, Instruments 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Inner door handle Door mirror control Light switc h Ignition/starter switch with steering lock Turn signal/headlight dimmer, flasher lever Toggle switches for Tiptronic Emergency flasher switch Horn Glove compartment Parking brake Diagnostic socket Switch for retractable spoiler Operating lever for on-board computer Luggage compartment lid release Seat adjustment Rear lid (Targa) Steering-wheel adjustment Engine compartment lid release Controls, Instruments 15 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! Risk of a serious accident. The steering column will lock when you remove the key while you are driving or as the car is rolling to a stop. You will not be able to steer the car. I> To protect your vehicle and your possessions from theft, you should always proceed as follows when leaving your vehicle: I> I> I> Close windows. Close lifting/sliding roof. Never remove the key from the steering while you are driving. lock Close convertible top (with the convertible top open, the infrared passenger compartment monitoring system is always switched off). Close glass sliding roof (Targa) (with the glass sliding roof open, the infrared passenger compartment monitoring system is always switched off). Remove ignition key. Engage steering lock. Lock storage tray between and glove compartment. the front seats /!\. Warning! Any uncontrolled movement of the vehicle may result in serious personal injury and property damage. Never leave your vehicle unattended with the key in the ignition lock, especially if children and/or pets are left unattended in the vehicle. They can operate power windows and other controls. If the engine is left running, they may accidentally engage the shift lever. I> I> I> I> I> I> I> I> Always remove the ignition key. Always set the parking brake. I> Remove valuables (e.g. car documents, radio control module, telephone, house keys) from the car. Lock doors. Lock the doors with the key or with the remote control. 16 Controls, Instruments Keys Please note chapters Alarm System". "Central Locking and Replacement keys Immobilizer There is a transponder (an electronic component) in the key grip, containing a stored code. When the ignition is switched on, the ignition lock checks the code. The immobilizer can be deactivated and the engine started only using an authorized ignition key. Note If the ignition is left on for more than two minutes without starting the engine, the immobilizer is reactivated. I> Two main keys and one spare key are supplied with your Porsche. These keys operate all the locks on your vehicle. I> 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. The key codes of new keys have to be "reported" to the car control unit by your authorized Porsche dealer. The key grip of the spare key can be exchanged for a main-key grip. Be careful with your car keys: do not part with them except under exceptional circumstances. I> To avoid battery run-down, always remove the ignition key from the ignition lock. Disabling key codes If a key is lost, the key codes can be disabled by an authorized Porsche dealer. All the remaining car keys are required for this purpose. Disabling the code ensures that the car can be started only using authorized keys. Note Please note that the other locks can still be opened with the disabled key. If this happens, the ignition key must be turned back to the "0" position before the engine can be started. activated when The immobilizer is automatically the ignition key is withdrawn. Security Wheel Bolts If wheels have to be removed during a workshop visit, do not forget to hand over the socket for the security wheel bolts along with the car key. Controls, Instruments 17 (; :;: Unlocking luggage compartment lid or rear lid (Targa) [> Luggage compartment lid: Press button 2 for approx. two seconds. [> Rear lid (Targa): Press button 3 for approx. two seconds. If the vehicle was locked, it is unlocked simultaneously with the luggage compartment / rear lid. In vehicles with seat memory the stored seat and door mirror positions are automatically set. The vehicle will be locked again approx. 15 seconds after the luggage compartment / rear lid is closed if none of the doors was opened. A 1 2 3 B - Main key Co~ and Cabriolet - Central locking button - Luggage compartment lid button - Light-emitting diode - Spare key A 1 2 3 4 B - Main key Targa - Central locking button - Luggage compartment lid button - Rear lid (rear window) button - Light-emitting diode - Spare key Key with Radio Remote Control Operating central locking, alann system, and seat memory [> Press button 1. the appropriate chapters of this Please observe Manual. 18 Controls, Instruments Note Your authorized Porsche dealer can program further types of unlocking. Type 1 The relocking time of the doors can be adjusted to suit your individual requirements: 4 - 120 seconds. Type 2 The doors stay locked when the luggage compartment is unlocked. The remote-control standby function switches off after 5 days If the vehicle is not started or unlocked with the remote control within five days, the remote control standby function is switched off (to prevent discharging of the vehicle battery). 1. In this case, unlock the driver's door with the key at the door lock. Leave the door closed in order to prevent the alarm system from being triggered. 2. Press button 1 on the remote control. The remote control is now activated again. Controls, Instruments 19 Doors 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. Therefore, you should pull the door handle slowly so that the door window can be lowered before the door is opened. Opening I> unlocked doors from outside Opening unlocked doors from inside I> Slowly pull door handle A. Slowly pull door handle B. Opening locked doors from inside I> Slowly pull door handle B twice. Also refer to the chapter "Locking conditions". Door storage tray Always keep the door storage tray C closed, so that the side airbag is not obstructed in the event of an accident. 20 Controls, Instruments Central Locking USA: FCC ID LXPRKY 116; FCC ID LXPVIM 145 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. A short signal from the alarm horn will draw your attention to the fact that the following components are not completely closed when you try to lock the vehicle: Locking conditions [> Canada: TxF 315P 2255 102 275; RxF 315P 2255 102 276 A This device complies with: Part 15 of the FCC Rules RSS-21O of Industry Canada. Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: - It may not cause harmful interference, and - it 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. See the chapter on "Load switch-off", "Power windows", "Lifting/sliding roof" and "Convertible top". Lock car once. The doors cannot be opened from the outside. Alarm system and infrared passenger compartment monitoring are switched on. If a person or animal remains in the vehicle: [> - Passenger's door - Luggage compartment lid - Engine compartment lid - Rear lid (Targa) - Storage tray - Glove compartment Note Unlocking the vehicle by using the key in the door lock and opening the door may activate the alarm system within 10 seconds. Quickly lock car twice. The doors cannot be opened from the outside. The infrared passenger compartment monitoring is switched off. Unlocking the door with the inner door handle Any person remaining in the locked car can open the door with the inner door handle: 1. Pull inner door handle once to unlock door lock. 2. Pull inner door handle again to open door. Note Inform any person remaining in the car that the alarm system will be triggered if the door is opened. Automatic relocking If the car is unlocked by remote control and none of the car doors is opened within approx. 60 seconds, automatic relocking takes place. This relocking time can be adapted to your individual requirements (4 - 120 seconds) by an authorized Porsche dealer. [> [> [> Controls, Instruments 21 Emergency operation - opening [> Locking [> Unlock the driver's door with the key at the door lock. Open the door and switch the ignition on within 10 seconds in order to prevent the alarm system from being triggered. Press the rocker-switch symbol. Indicator light lights up if ignition is on. Unlocking [> Press the rocker-switch indicator Indicator light goes out. light. Emergency operation [> - closing If the doors were locked with the central locking switch, they can be opened by pulling the inner door handle: Quickly turn the key in the driver's door lock to the lock position three times in succession. If there is a defect in the central locking system, all functioning elements of the central locking system will be locked. The alarm system is switched on. The infrared passenger compartment monitoring system is switched off. 1. Pull inner door handle once to unlock door lock. 2. Pull inner door handle again to open door. ~ Central locking switch The fault should be remedied immediately at an authorized Porsche dealer. Indication by emergency alarm horn flasher and The central locking switch on the dashboard lets you lock and unlock both doors electrically. Note If the doors are locked with the key or remote control, they can not be opened by pressing the central locking switch. If the remote control is used for unlocking or locking, a response is provided by the emergency flasher: - Unlocking - single flash. - Locking - double flash. - Locking twice - continuous illumination for approx. 2 seconds and short alarm-horn signal. 22 Controls, Instruments Automatic door locking Your authorized Porsche dealer can program diverse types of automatic door locking in the control unit of the central locking system: Type 1 Doors lock automatically when the ignition is switched on. Type 2 Doors lock automatically when a speed of 3 - 6 mph (5 - 10 km/h) is exceeded. Type 3 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. Type 4 The doors do not lock automatically. A. Warning! Fault indication A double horn signal during locking indicates a defect in the central locking or alarm system. Have the defect remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Overload protection If the central locking system is operated more than ten times within a minute, further operation is blocked for 30 seconds. In an emergency situation where you need to exit the car through an automatically locked door, remember the following procedure to open the door. ~ Unlock the doors by pressing the central locking button or pull the inside door handle twice to open the door. ~ Note Automatically locked doors can be unlocked with the central locking button or opened by pulling on the inside door handle twice. Controls, Instruments 23 Unlocking the vehicle by using the key in the door lock and opening the door may activate the alarm system within 10 seconds. Note (Cabriolet, Targa) When the alarm is armed, the following areas are monitored - Doors - Luggage compartment lid - Engine compartment lid - Convertible-top lock (Cabriolet) - Glass sliding roof lock (Targa) - Rear lid (Targa) - Radio Glove compartment - Storage tray between the front seats - Passenger compartment If one of these alarm contacts is interrupted, the alarm horn sounds for approximately 3 minutes. Additionally, the emergency flasher and the passenger compartment light flash for approximately five minutes. When the alarm is triggered, the light-emitting diode changes over to double flashes. In order not to limit the action range of the infrared passenger compartment monitoring system: I> I> The infrared passenger compartment monitoring system is always switched off when the convertible top or glass sliding roof is open. Function indication If the alarm system is activated, light-emitting diode A on the dashboard flashes. If, after locking, the light-emitting diode does not flash or, after ten seconds, it emits double flashes, then not all alarm contacts are closed. Additionally, a brief horn signal sounds. When the doors are unlocked, the alarm system and infrared passenger compartment monitoring system are switched off and the light-emitting diode goes off. A - Light-emitting diode for alarm system B - Sensor module for infrared passenger monitoring system compartment Alarm System, Infrared Passenger Compartment Monitoring The alarm system and infrared passenger compartment monitoring system are switched on when the doors are locked with the key or remote control. See the chapter on "Central locking". Move sun visors to one of the final positions. Do not fold the front seat backrests forward. 24 Controls, Instruments Deactivating the infrared passenger compartment monitoring system for one locking process If a person or animal remains in the car while it is locked, the infrared passenger compartment monitoring system must be switched off. t> Fault indication A double horn signal during locking indicates a defect in the central locking or alarm system. Have the defect remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer. Quickly lock car twice. The doors are locked but can be opened from the inside: 1. Pull inner door handle once to unlock door lock. 2. Pull inner door handle again to open door. Note Inform any person remaining in the car that the alarm system will be triggered if the door is opened. Controls, Instruments 25 Risk of injury when the door windows close. This applies especially if the windows are closed with the comfort function, because with this function the window goes up automatically. I> Opening windows ~ ~ I> Opening with the rocker switch in the center console Press rocker switch until the window has reached the desired position. One-touch operation (door windows only): Press rocker switch briefly. Window moves to its final position. Press again to stop the window in the desired position. Make sure nobody can be injured when the windows close. Remove the ignition key to shut off power to the window switches when the vehicle is not attended by a responsible person. I> I> Readiness for operation windows - With engine running or A - Rocker switch for door windows B - Rocker switch for rear windows, Cabriolet only of power Comfort function when unlocking the vehicle at the door lock I> Coupe, Targa and Cabriolet with hardtop: Unlock car with the remote control. Hold car key in door lock in the unlocking direction until the windows have reached the desired position. Power Windows - in ignition key position 1 or - with door closed and ignition key withdrawn: only until first opening of the door. Note (Cabriolet) /!\ I>