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Automatic air conditioning system, Heated rear window/Door mirror heating Switching recirculating-air setting on or off
fPress button E.
The outside-air supply is interrupted and only
the inside air is circulated.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
Over approx. 37 °F/3 °C
If the air-conditioning compressor was off, it
switches on automatically. The duration of recircu-
lating-air setting is not limited.
Below approx. 37 °F/3 °C
The air-conditioning compressor is switched off.
Recirculating-air setting is automatically ended
after approx. 3 minutes.
Air distributionThe individual air distributions can be combined as
desired.
Recommended setting in Summer:
Air distribution to central and side vents.
Recommended setting in Winter:
Air distribution to footwell and windshield.fPress button H.
The air flows to the footwell.
The selection appears on the display panel.
fPress button I.
The air flows from the central and side vents.
Vents must be open.
The selection appears on the display panel.
fPress button J.
The air flows to the windshield.
The selection appears on the display panel.
Note on operation
fOn vehicles with the Sport Chrono Package
Plus, individual air conditioning settings can be
stored on your vehicle key.
Please observe the chapter “Individual
Memory” in the separate PCM operating
instructions.
General instructions for air-conditioning
compressor– Can switch off briefly if engine is under an ex-
treme load to ensure sufficient engine cooling.
– Switches off automatically at temperatures be-
low approx. 37 °F/3 °C and cannot be
switched on, even manually.
– Operates most effectively with windows
closed.
If the car has been in the sun for a long time, it
is a good idea to ventilate the interior briefly
with the windows open.
– Depending on the outside temperature and hu-
midity, condensation can drip from the evapo-
rator and form a pool under the vehicle.
This is normal and not a sign of leakage.
– If uncooled air flows out when the lowest
temperature has been set, switch off the air-
conditioning compressor and have the fault
repaired at an authorized Porsche dealer. Air distribution to footwell
Air distribution to central and side
vents
Air distribution to windshield

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Instrument Panel USA Models Also refer to the corresponding chapters in
the Owner’s Manual.
1. Engine oil temperature gage
2. Speedometer with analogue display
3. Tire pressure warning light
4. Turn signal indicator light, left
5. Tachometer
6. High beam indicator light
7. Turn signal indicator light, right
8. ABS warning light
9. Cooling system
Temperature gage, warning light
10.Fuel
Level gage, warning light
11.Engine oil pressure gage
12.Adjustment button for instrument illumination
and trip counter
13.Odometer and daily trip mileage display
14.Automatic speed control indicator light15.Light sensor for instrument illumination
16.Airbag warning light
17.Check Engine warning light
(Emission control warning light)
18.Central warning light
19.On-board computer display
20.Porsche Stability Management
PSM Multifunctional light
21.Brake warning light
22.Safety belt warning light
23.PDK transmission, gear display
24.PDK transmission, selector lever position
25.Clock and outside temperature display
26.Adjustment button for clockWhen the ignition is switched on, the warning
lights light up for a lamp check.
Note
Warnings that have been given are stored in the
appropriate control unit memory and can be read
out at an authorized Porsche dealer.
This information can help to warn you about situa-
tions which may be hazardous to you or your car.

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Instrument Panel Canada Models Also refer to the corresponding chapters in
the Owner’s Manual.
1. Engine oil temperature gage
2. Speedometer with analogue display
3. Tire pressure warning light
4. Turn signal indicator light, left
5. Tachometer
6. High beam indicator light
7. Turn signal indicator light, right
8. ABS warning light
9. Cooling system
Temperature gage, warning light
10.Fuel
Level gage, warning light
11.Engine oil pressure gage
12.Adjustment button for instrument illumination
and trip counter
13.Odometer and daily trip mileage display
14.Automatic speed control indicator light15.Light sensor for instrument illumination
16.Airbag warning light
17.Check Engine warning light
(Emission control warning light)
18.Central warning light
19.On-board computer display
20.Porsche Stability Management
PSM Multifunctional light
21.Brake warning light
22.Safety belt warning light
23.PDK transmission, gear display
24.PDK transmission, selector lever position
25.Clock and outside temperature display
26.Adjustment button for clockWhen the ignition is switched on, the warning
lights light up for a lamp check.
Note
Warnings that have been given are stored in the
appropriate control unit memory and can be read
out at an authorized Porsche dealer.
This information can help to warn you about situa-
tions which may be hazardous to you or your car.

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Dimming instrument illumination
fTurn adjustment button A in the appropriate di-
rection and hold it until the desired brightness
has been reached.
The chosen level of brightness is indicated by a
bar display in the display field of the on-board
computer.
Trip Odometer
Warning!
Risk of loss of control or accident, resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
fDo not reach through the steering-wheel spokes while driving.
Resetting to zero fPress adjustment button A for approximately
one second or
fReset the distance in the “SET” menu of the on-
board computer.
Please see the chapter “SET BASIC SETTING
ON ON-BOARD COMPUTER” on Page 155.
After exceeding 6,213 miles or 9,999 kilometers,
the counter returns to “0”.

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Speedometer The digital speedometer is integrated in the on-
board 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.
fPlease see the chapter “SET BASIC SETTING
ON ON-BOARD COMPUTER” on Page 155.

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Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolu-
tions per minute (rpm).
The beginning of the red marks at the right end of
the scale indicates the maximum permissible en-
gine rpm.
A speed limiter prevents the engine from being
overrevved during acceleration. Before reaching
this area, the next higher gear should be select-
ed.
Shift to the next lower gear when the engine rpm
drops below 1,500 rpm.
Caution!
To avoid severe engine damage.
fAlways observe the engine rpm before down-
shifting to a lower gear, so you do not exceed the maximum engine rpm.
Flashes in synchronism with the turn signals.
Left arrow – left turn signals
Right arrow – right turn signals
fIf the frequency of the display becomes notice-
ably faster, check the operation of the turn sig-
nals.
Lights when high beam or headlight flasher is
switched on.
The indicator light goes out when the high beams
are switched off.
The indicator light flashes in the event of cornering
light failure.
Gear Shift Indicator “A”(in vehicles with manual transmission)The consumption-orientated gear shift indicator A
on the display panel of the on-board computer
assists a fuel-saving driving style. The gear shift
indicator lights up as a recommendation to shift
up to the next-higher gear depending on the
selected gear, engine rpm and accelerator pedal
position.
fWhen the gear shift indicator A lights up,
change to the next higher gear to decrease
fuel consumption.
Turn Signal Indicator Light
High Beam Indicator Light

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Temperature gage (ignition on) USA: Display in °F
Canada: Display in °C
Pointer to the left – engine cold
fAvoid high engine speeds and heavy engine
loading. Pointer in the middle – normal operating tem-
perature
The pointer may move up to the red area when en-
gine 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 warn-
ing light comes on.
Additionally, a warning is displayed in the on-board
computer.
fPull off the road, turn off the engine and allow
to cool.
fCheck radiator and air passages in front end of
car for obstructions.
fCheck coolant level.
If necessary, add coolant and have fault reme-
died at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Please see the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” on
Page 207.
Note
To prevent excessive temperatures, the cooling-
air passages must not be restricted by coverings
(e.g. films, “stone guards”). If the coolant level is too low, the warning light
flashes.
Additionally, a warning is displayed in the on-board
computer.
fSwitch engine off and allow to cool.
fAdd coolant after the engine has cooled to the
touch.
fHave the cause of the fault remedied at an au-
thorized Porsche dealer.
Please see the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL” on
Page 207.
Caution!
Risk of engine damage.
fIf the warning lights come on even though cool-
ant level is correct, do not continue driving.
fHave the fault remedied at the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
Engine compartment blower fan In addition, this warning light flashes to indicate a
fault in the engine compartment blower fan.
fHave the cause of the fault remedied at an
authorized Porsche dealer.
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Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)Indicator for PDK selector lever position
and engaged gearWhen the engine is running, the selector lever
position and the engaged forward gear are
indicated in gates D or M.
Warning messagesIf the selector lever is between two positions
–Effects:
The corresponding selector lever position
flashes on the instrument cluster and the
warning “Selector lever not engaged” appears
on the on-board computer.
Remedy:
Operate the footbrake and engage the
selector lever properly.
If there is a fault in the transmission
– Depending on priority, the warning “Transmis-
sion emergency run” in white or red lettering or
the warning “Transmission temperature too
high” is displayed on the on-board computer.
Warning “Transmission emergency run” white
fEffects:
Restricted gearshift comfort,
Failure of reverse gear.
Remedy:
Have the fault repaired immediately at an
authorized Porsche dealer.Warning “Transmission emergency run” red
– Effect:
Vehicle can be driven only until it comes to a
stop.
Remedy:
It is not possible to continue driving. Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a suitable place. Have
the vehicle towed to an authorized Porsche
dealer.
Warning “Transmission temperature too high”
–Effects:
“Warning jerks” can be felt when driving off and
the engine power may be restricted.
Remedies:
Do not hold the vehicle with the accelerator on
a hill, for example. Hold the vehicle with the
brake. Reduce engine load. If possible, stop
the vehicle in a suitable place. Allow the engine
to run in selector lever position P or N until the
warning disappears.
fPlease see the chapter “REDUCED DRIVING
PROGRAM” on Page 176.
fPlease see the chapter “PORSCHE DOPPEL-
KUPPLUNG (PDK)” on Page 170.

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Level gage

When the ignition is on the fuel level is displayed.
fPlease see the chapter “CAPACITIES” on
Page 290.
If the vehicle’s inclination changes (e.g. going up
or downhill), minor deviations in the indication may
occur. Note
If a small quantity of fuel is added to a nearly emp-
ty fuel tank, the fuel gage cannot measure the add-
ed fuel accurately. The „remaining range“ readout
will also be incorrect.
Warning light “A” When the engine is running, the warning light
of the level gage lights up if less than approx.
2.6 U.S. gallons (10
liters) of fuel remains in the
tank.
Additionally, a warning is displayed in the on-board
computer.
fFill up at the next opportunity.
Caution!
To prevent damage to the emission control
system and engine.
fNever drive the tank completely out of fuel.
fAvoid high cornering speeds after the warning lights have come on.
fPlease see the chapter “EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM” on Page 218.If the level gage warning light flashes, there
has been a system fault.
Additionally, a warning is displayed in the on-board
computer.
There will then be no reserve warning.
fTo remedy the fault, go to an authorized
Porsche dealer.
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A- Adjustment button for clock
B- Clock
C- Outside temperature displayClock The clock is blanked out approximately four min-
utes after the ignition is switched off or when the
car is locked.
Setting the time
Warning!
Risk of loss of control or accident, resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
fDo not reach through the steering-wheel spokes while driving.
fSwitch ignition on.
Setting hours
fPress adjustment button A for about one sec-
ond.
Hour display flashes.
fTurn button in the appropriate direction:
to right – increase hours figure
to left – decrease hours figure.
Adjustment in hours – turn button briefly
Fast adjustment (display cycles) –
turn and hold button.
Setting minutes
fPress adjustment button again.
Minutes display flashes.
fSet by rotating as in hours mode. Leaving adjustment mode
Automatically after one minute or:
fPress adjustment button again.
When adjustment mode is deliberately left by
pressing the button, the time begins precisely to
the second.
Note
The time mode can be changed between 12h and
24h in the on-board computer.
Outside Temperature The outside temperature display C does not indi-
cate, if ice is on the road.
Even if a temperature above 32 °F (0 °C) is dis-
played, ice may still form on the road, for instance
on bridges or when the road passes through a
heavily shaded area.