ambient PORSCHE 911 TURBO 2014 6.G Owners Manual

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Engine Exhaust
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.fNever start or let the engine run in an en-closed, unventilated area.It is not recommended to sit in your car for prolonged periods with the engine on and the car not moving.
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.
Hot Exhaust Pipes
The exhaust pipe is hot when the vehicle is running and remains hot for some time after the vehicle is turned off.fTo prevent injury, make a point of noting where your vehicle’s exhaust pipe is, avoid placing your legs near the exhaust pipe, and closely supervise children around the vehicle during time when the exhaust pipe could be hot.A hot exhaust pipe can cause serious burns.
Portable Fuel Containers
Portable fuel containers may leak, whether they are full or partially empty. Fuel leaking from a portable container carried in your vehicle could, in case of an accident, cause a fire or explosion.fNever carry additional fuel in portable containers in your vehicle.
Ground Clearance
Risk of damage to the vehicle due to lower ground clearance.
The vehicle may touch the ground as a result of reduced ground clearance.fDrive carefully and slowly on steep slopes (e. g. parking lots, curbs, uneven roads, lifting platforms etc.).fAvoid steep ramps.
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB)
fPlease see the chapter “BRAKES” on page 152.
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 different components and braking system, such as brake pads and brake disks, 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.
The values communicated by Porsche are based on normal operation adapted to traffic. Wear increases considerably when the vehicle is driven on race tracks or through an aggressive driving style.fPlease consult an authorized Porsche dealer about the current guidelines in effect before such use of your vehicle.
Engine Exhaust Inhalation
California Proposition 65
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Hot Exhaust Pipes
Portable Fuel Container Leaks
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Air Conditioning 55
Automatically Controlled 2-zone
Air Conditioning
The temperature can be set individually for the driver’s and passenger’s side.
In automatic mode the air conditioning system exercises full control over the air temperature, air distribution, and air quantity. A number of factors (such as ambient air temperature, amount of sunlight, etc...) are used by the system to determine the optimum settings for the current situation.
Automatic mode is deactivated as soon as the settings are adjusted manually. In this case, automatic climate control still regulates the air-conditioning functions that have not been modified manually.
Interior temperature sensor
Sensors
To avoid impairing the function of the air conditioning system, the interior temperature sensor for the air-conditioning system must not be covered or taped over.
Information
Additional air conditioning settings can be made on the multi-function display on the instrument panel:fPlease see the chapter “SETTING AIR CONDITIONING” on page 123.
All air-conditioning system settings are stored on the respective car key when the vehicle is locked, on vehicles with memory.
Information on air-conditioning compressor
The air-conditioning compressor – Can switch off briefly to ensure sufficient engine cooling if the engine is operating under extreme load.– Switches off automatically at temperatures below approx. 36 °F (2 °C) and cannot be switched on, even manually.– Operates most effectively with the windows closed.If the vehicle 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 humidity, condensation can drip from the evaporator and form a pool under the vehicle.This is normal and not a sign of leakage.
Information on automatic load switch-off
If the charging condition of the battery is critical, the following air-conditioning or heating functions are restricted initially and then switched off:– Seat heating– Seat ventilation– Heated rear window/Exterior mirror heating– Fresh-air blower– Air-conditioning compressor
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Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers 79
Information
If the ignition key is removed and the door is opened while the lights are on, an audible signal (gong) warns of possible battery discharge.– In some countries, differences are possible due to legal requirements.
The vehicle’s exterior lights can mist up due to temperature and humidity. This misting will dry off after a sufficient distance has been driven.
Low beam/driving light
If the light switch is set to the position , the low beam is switched on automatically in the following situations:– Dusk– Darkness– Driving through tunnels– Rain– Highway driving (on vehicles with Porsche Dynamic Light System PDLS)
When the low beam is switched on, the indicator light on the speedometer lights up.
Information
Fog is not automatically recognized.fIn the event of fog, the driving light must be switched on manually.
Daytime driving lights
If the light switch is set to position (light off), the daytime driving lights come on automatically when the ignition is switched on.
If the light switch is set to position , the daytime driving lights come on automatically in bright conditions and when the ignition is switched on.
The daytime driving lights are not active when the light switch is set to position (low beam/driving light).
Automatic driving light assistant
The automatic driving light assistant is a comfort function. The driving light (low beam) is switched on and off automatically depending on the ambient brightness.
The automatic driving light assistant also controls the daytime driving lights, low beam, Automatic Coming Home lights and the equipment-dependent dynamic cornering light.
The automatic driving light assistant is activated when the light switch is set to the position .
Despite possible support by the driving light assistant, it is the responsibility of the driver to switch on the driving light using the conventional light switch in accordance with the relevant national regulations.
Activating the headlights using the driving light assistant therefore does not absolve the driver of responsibility for correct operation of the driving light.
Light Switch
Light is switched off
Daytime driving lights are switched on when the ignition is switched on.
Automatic driving light assistant
Side lights
License plate light, instrument lighting, daytime driving lights switched off.
Low beam/driving light
Only with ignition on. Fog light function and highway light are switched off.
Rear fog light
Pull the switch in the low beam position. Indicator light lights up.
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82 Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers
Instrument Lighting
The lighting is automatically adjusted to the ambient brightness via light sensors.In addition, when the vehicle lighting is switched on, the instrument and switch brightness can be adjusted manually.fTurn adjustment button A in the appropriate direction and hold until the desired brightness has been reached.
Adjusting the brightness while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle.fDo not reach through the steering-wheel spokes when driving.
Turn Signal/High Beam/Headlight
Flasher Stalk/Parking Light Switch
Turn signal, low beam and high beam are ready for operation when the ignition is on.1 – Turn signal light, left2 – Turn signal light, right3 – High beam, High Beam Assistant4 – Headlight flasher (also with the ignition switched off)
Stalk in center position – dipped beam
Turn signal lights
fPush the stalk once to the lower or upper pressure point 1 or 2. The turn signal lights flash three times.
High-beam headlight
Switching on and off (on vehicles WITHOUT High Beam Assistant)
fSwitching on : Push the stalk once to the front pressure point 3. The indicator light lights up on the tachometer.fSwitching off : Push the stalk once to the rear pressure point 4.
Activating/deactivating High Beam Assistant
The following conditions must be met before High Beam Assistant is activated:– Darkness– Light switch position is selected.– Vehicle speed is more than approx. 37 mph (60 km/h).– High Beam Assistant is activated on the multi-function display in the instrument panel.Please see the chapter “ACTIVATING AND DEACTIVATING HIGH BEAM ASSISTANT” on page 120.fActivating : Push the stalk once to the front pressure point 3. The indicator light in the speedometer lights up. The vehicle automatically selects between low beam and high beam.If the high beam is switched on, the indicator light on the tachometer lights up.fDeactivating : Push the stalk once to the rear pressure point 4. The High Beam Assistant can only be deactivated if the indicator light on the tachometer is lit.
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84 Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers
A- Button for interior/reading lights B - Switching automatic interior/reading lights on/off
Interior/Reading Lights
Interior/reading lights
Switching interior/reading lights on and off
fPress button A.
Dimming (brightness adjustment)
fPress button A for at least 1 second and hold until the desired level of brightness is achieved.
Switching automatic interior/ reading lights on and off
Depending on equipment, the interior/reading lights can be switched on and off using button B or in the multi-function display menu.
Using button „B“:
fPress button B.
When automatic interior/reading lights are switched off, the indicator light in the button lights up.
When the automatic interior lighting is switched on in darkness, the interior lighting is– switched on: when a door is unlocked or opened, or when the ignition key is removed from the ignition lock.– switched off: when both doors have been closed, after a delay of approx. 120 seconds. The off delay time can be preset on the multi-function display.The interior lighting goes out as soon as the ignition is switched on or the vehicle is locked.fPlease see the chapter “SETTING INTERIOR LIGHTING OFF DELAY” on page 121.
In the multi-function display menu:
On the multi-function display, you can set whether the interior/reading lights should be switched on or remain switched off when a door is unlocked or opened or when the ignition key is removed from the ignition lock:fPlease see the chapter “ACTIVATING OR DEACTIVATING INTERIOR LIGHTS WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED (DEPENDING ON EQUIPMENT)” on page 120.
The off delay for the interior/reading lights when both doors are closed can be set on the multifunction display:fPlease see the chapter “SETTING INTERIOR LIGHTING OFF DELAY” on page 121.
Switching off of interior/reading lights to protect the battery
In darkness, the interior lighting is switched off 16 minutes after the engine stops to preserve the vehicle battery.
In daylight conditions, interior lights that were switched on manually are switched off automatically after 1 minute.
Orientation lighting
Lights in the overhead operating console and at the ignition lock help vehicle occupants to locate important controls in the vehicle in darkness and ensure better overall orientation. The lights are switched on when the vehicle is unlocked and switched off again automatically when the vehicle is locked.
Dimming (brightness adjustment)
The brightness of the orientation lighting is adjusted on the multi-function display.fPlease see the chapter “ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF ORIENTATION LIGHTING” on page 121.
Ambient lighting
If the vehicle is driven at night, a discreet light provides subtle illumination for the passenger compartment. The ambient lighting is switched off automatically when the vehicle is locked.
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Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display 121
Adjusting brightness of orientation lighting
The brightness of the orientation lighting can be adapted individually.
Ambient lighting
The brightness of the ambient lighting can be adapted individually.
Setting interior lighting off delay
The off delay for the lighting in the passenger compartment after closing the vehicle doors can be adapted individually.
Setting activation of the rear wiper when reverse gear is engaged
You can configure the rear wiper to automatically perform a series of wipes when it is raining when reverse gear is engaged.
Available setting options: –“ Automatic” The rear wiper performs a series of wipes when reverse gear is engaged.–“ Manual” The rear wiper is not activated when reverse gear is engaged.
Activating and deactivating rain sensor operation
You can configure the windshield wiper to adjust its speed automatically when it is raining.
Available setting options: –“ Automatic” Wiper speed is adjusted automatically.–“ Manual” Wiper speed must be adjusted manually using the wiper stalk.
3. Confirm your selection.
Interior lights are activated.
Interior lights are deactivated.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Interior lights”
2.“Ambient light” and confirm.
3. Adjust to the desired brightness and confirm the setting.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Interior lights”
2.Select “Ambient light” and confirm.
3. Adjust to the desired brightness and confirm the setting.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Interior lights”
2.“Fade-out” and confirm.
3. Set desired off delay and confirm the setting.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Wiper”
2.“Rear wiper” and confirm.
3. Select the desired setting and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Settings” > “ Light & Visibility” > “ Wiper”
2.Select “Rain sensor” and confirm.
3. Select the desired setting and confirm.
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154 Driving and Driving Safety
fBefore descending a steep grade, reduce speed and shift the transmission into a lower gear to control speed. fDo not “ride the brakes” by resting your foot on the pedal when not intending to apply brake pressure.fDo not hold the pedal down too long or too often. This could cause the brakes to overheat and lose braking power.
Brake booster
The brake booster assists braking only when the engine is running.
When the car is moving while the engine is not running, or if the brake booster is defective, more pressure on the brake pedal is required to bring the car to a stop.
Moisture, road salt or grit on brakes affects braking. Brakes will dry after a few cautious brake applications.
Driving through water may reduce the traction. Moisture on brakes from road water, car wash, or a coating of road salt or grit may affect braking efficiency.fCautiously apply brakes to test and dry the brakes after exposure to road water, etc.
The brake booster is ready for operation only while the engine is running. If the engine is switched off or there is a defect in the brake booster, much greater force has to be applied to the pedal when braking. fVehicles with defective brakes must not be towed and must be transported on a flat bed.
For information on towing:fPlease see the chapter “TOWING” on page 278.
Brake wear
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.fHave the brake system inspected at the intervals recommended in your Maintenance Booklet.
Brake system warning light
You can check the functionality of the brake system warning light by switching the ignition to the “On” position (position 1) and verifying that the warning light illuminates.
A warning message will be displayed on the multi- purpose display of the instrument panel if the brake pads are worn, excessively.fDo not continue to operate the vehicle.Have your authorized Porsche dealer inspect or replace the brake pads.
For information on warning messages on the multi-purpose display:fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES” on page 129.
Brake pads and brake disks
Wear on the brake pads and brake disks 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.
The high-performance brake system is designed for optimal braking effect at all speeds and temperatures.
Certain speeds, braking forces and ambient conditions (e.g. temperature and humidity) can therefore cause the brakes to “squeal”.
Unsuitable or incorrectly installed floor mats or objects can obstruct the movement of the brake pedal or prevent application of the brake pedal.fDo not obstruct the pedal travel with floor mats or other objects.
Riding the Brakes
Wet Brakes
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Brake wear warning message Canada
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Driving and Driving Safety 171
USB/iPod® and AUX
The USB/iPod® and AUX interfaces are located in the glove box.fPlease refer to the chapter “EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCE” in the separate PCM operating instructions.
Information
Do not leave your iPod®, USB storage device or an external audio source in the vehicle for extended periods of time because extreme ambient conditions (temperature fluctuations, humidity) can occur in the vehicle.
Voice Control
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) can be operated by spoken commands using the voice control system.fPlease refer to the chapter “VOICE CONTROL” in the separate PCM operating instructions.
Activating voice control
fPress button .An acoustic signal sounds and help text for using the five most important voice commands appears on the multi-function display in the instrument panel.Simply say the command.
For information on switching the help text on and off on the multi-function display: fPlease see the chapter “DISPLAYING PCM INFORMATION ON THE MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY” on page 119.
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Maintenance and Car Care 231
Fuel Evaporation Control
Fuel tank venting
The evaporation chamber and the carbon canister prevent fuel vapors from escaping to the atmosphere at extreme high outside temperatures, when driving abruptly around curves and when the car is parked at an incline or in any other non level position.
Vapor control system and storage
When the fuel tank is filled, vapors are collected in the evaporation chamber by a vent line leading the vapors to the carbon canister where they are stored as long as the engine does not run.
Purge system
When the engine is running, the fuel vapors from the canister will be mixed with fresh air from the ambient air of the canister. This mixture will be directed to the intake air housing by the tank vent line, mixed with the intake air and burned during normal combustion.
Car Care Instructions
fPlease see the chapter “MEASUREMENTS ON TEST STANDS” on page 221.
Regular Maintenance and correct care helps to maintain the value of your car and is also a requirement for maintaining the manufacturers vehicle warranties.
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.
Whether you use Porsche products or other commercially available cleaning agents first make sure of their correct application.
A Porsche that is well-cared for can look like new for years. It all depends on the amount of care the owner is willing to give the car.
Cleaning agents may be hazardous to your health. Most chemical cleaners are concentrates which require dilution. High concentrations might cause problems ranging from irritation to serious injury.fKeep cleaning agents out of reach from children.fObserve all caution labels.fAlways read directions on the container before using any product. These directions may contain information necessary to avoid personal injury.fDo not use fuel, kerosene, naphtha, nail polish remover or other volatile cleaning fluids. They may be toxic, flammable or hazardous in other ways. Only use spot removing fluids in a well vented area.fDo not clean the underside of chassis, fenders, wheel covers, etc., without protecting your hands and arms as you may cut yourself on sharp-edged metal parts.
Risk of damage to the vehicle or property from cleaning agents.fObserve all caution labels.
Information
Moisture and road salt on brakes may affect braking efficiency. fTest the brakes after each vehicle washing.
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246 Minor Repairs
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.fDo not exceed the permitted maximum speed for the tires fitted to the vehicle.fEnsure that the tires are set to the correct inflation pressure.fObserve the maximum load for the vehicle.
Tire pressures
Driving the vehicle with low tire pressure increases risk of a tire failure and resulting loss of control. Furthermore, low tire pressure increases rate of wear of the affected tires and causes damage. fAlways use an accurate tire pressure gauge when checking inflation pressures.fDo not exceed the maximum tire pressure listed on the tire sidewall. (Also refer to “Technical data”).fPlease see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURE PLATE” on page 247.fCold tire inflation pressure means: all tires must be cold, ambient temperature maximum 68 °F (20 °C), when adjusting the inflation pressure. Avoid sunlight striking the tires before measuring cold pressures, since the pressures would rise from temperature influence.fValve caps protect the valve from dust and dirt, and thus from leakage. Always screw caps tightly down. Replace missing caps immediately.
fUse only plastic valve caps.fFor safety reasons, don't use tire inflating bottles.
fPlease see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURE FOR COLD TIRES (68 °F/ 20 °C)” on page 287.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the
inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of
a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure
for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure tell-tale.
For further information on the tire pressure monitoring:fPlease see the chapter “TIRE PRESSURE MENU (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM, TPMS)” on page 105.
When tires are warm, the tire pressure is increased.fNever let air out of hot tires. This could cause the tire pressure to fall below the prescribed value.
Insufficient tire pressure can cause tires to over- heat and thus be damaged – even invisibly. Hidden tire damage is not eliminated by subsequently correcting the tire pressure.
Overloading
Overloading can lead to dangerous vehicle reactions and long braking distances.fDo not overload your vehicle. Be careful about the roof load. fIf you plan to load the vehicle, first correct the tire pressure. Tire pressure for loaded vehicle can be found on the tire pressure plate and in the chapter technical data.fNever exceed the specified axle load.
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