PORSCHE CAYNNE 2010 1.G Information Manual

dynamics. Specifically, this means
that when entering a corner at
high speed, moderate brake pres­
sure is applied to the inside rear
wheel. This supports the steering
motion of the car, thereby im­
proving its cornering dynamics.
Standard on the new Cayenne
Diesel and new Cayenne S
Hybrid.
Porsche Hill Control (PHC).
A standard feature on all new
Cayenne models, Porsche Hill
Control (PHC) provides downhill
assistance by maintaining a constant rate of speed on extreme
downhill gradients. It is activated via a switch on the centre console.
The speed can be set to bet ween
3 and 30 km/ h (2 and 19 mph).
transmits the torque to the axle
offering the highest level of trac
­
tion. The ASR and ABD systems
work in the same way as in
the PTM on the new Cayenne,
Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo.
On the Cayenne Diesel and
Cayenne S Hybrid, PTM also
enables variable distribution
of engine torque to the rear
wheels, thereby enhancing
steering precision and driving
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) on the new Cayenne
Diesel and Cayenne S Hybrid.
The new Cayenne Diesel and
new Cayenne S Hybrid feature a

permanent all ­wheel drive system
with self ­locking centre differen ­
tial. This provides a standard
torque split of 60% to the rear
and 40% to the front. If one of the
wheels is about to lose grip, the
self­locking centre dif ferential
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Available on the Cayenne,
Cayenne Diesel, Cayenne S

and Cayenne Turbo, this function
readies the car for of f ­road use
or reverts the set ting to normal
road driving.
In Of f ­road Mode 1, for example,
the maps for all relevant
systems, e.g. ABS, are adapted
to provide optimum traction. In
addition, Porsche Hill Control

is activated and High Level I is
selected on vehicles featuring air
suspension with PASM. If that ’s
not enough, the air suspension
can be raised further to High
Level II to increase the approach/
departure angle and wading depth.
Push the of f ­road control forward
again on the Cayenne, Cayenne S
and Cayenne Turbo to activate
Off ­road Mode 2 – for even great ­
er traction on dif ficult terrain,
the multi ­plate clutch can be fully
locked.
The electronically variable rear
differential on the optional
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PT V Plus) is integrated within
the all ­wheel drive system. This
automatically ensures the opti ­mum distribution of drive torque
on particularly uneven surfaces.
If one of the rear wheels begins
to slip, the rear dif ferential varies
the amount of torque transmit ted
through each drive shaf t, thereby
restoring traction. In Of f
­road
Mode 3, the rear dif ferential can
be manually locked using the main
of f ­road control. Then both rear
wheels receive the same amount
of torque, regardless of surface
conditions. The optional PDCC
(p. 53) enables greater wheel
articulation in all three modes,
improving traction still further.
For effective prevention of dam ­
age to the underside of the car,
all new Cayenne models can be
equipped with optional of f ­road
underbody protection comprising
rock rails with integrated skid plates, a reinforced engine
­bay
guard, additional protection
for fuel tank and rear axle, and
a second towing lug.
Operating concept.
With the help of Porsche Traction
Management (PTM), the Cayenne
can cope with even the most
demanding of f ­road scenarios.
Simply move the main of f ­road
control on the centre console
forward or backward to select
one of up to three off ­road
modes (depending on the model).
Steep ascents leading to snow
­
covered mountain lodges, boggy
ground or muddy, loose surfaces
– all situations that the Cayenne
handles superbly with intelligent
all ­wheel drive. The drive systems
featured on the new Cayenne
models deliver exceptional torque.
For plent y of power on tap. On
any terrain.
From urban jungle to the windy wilds.
The new Cayenne: perfectly at home on any terrain.
Off-road capability.
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Main of f ­road control

Making headway without getting in a spin.
An approach we thoroughly support.
Chassis.
In of f­road terrain, PT V Plus
reduces wheel spin on the rear
wheels – even when towing heav y
trailer loads. The electronically
controlled rear dif ferential can
be fully locked using the of f ­road
control on the centre console.
Optional for the new Cayenne,
new Cayenne S and new
Cayenne Turbo.
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM).
PASM is an electronic damping
control system. It of fers con­
tinuous adjustment of individual
damping forces based on current
road conditions and driving st yle.
During performance driving or
heav y of f ­road use, there is an
increased tendency for the body
to sway. PASM prevents this from
happening, thereby improving
stabilit y and occupant comfort. PASM has three setup modes:
‘Comfort ’, ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport ’.
Whichever one you select, the
system uses a series of sensors
to monitor the movement of the
body. It also gathers data on
lateral acceleration, steering
angle, brake pressure and engine
torque and modifies the damping
force on each individual wheel

in accordance with the selected
mode. PASM remains active at all times.
It automatically adapts to the
prevailing driving conditions,

enabling greater car control and
improving comfort and safet y.
Optional for the new Cayenne,
new Cayenne Diesel, new
Cayenne S and new Cayenne S
Hybrid. Standard on the new
Cayenne Turbo: air suspension
with PASM.
This transfers drive torque to the
outside rear wheel which supports
the steering motion of the car,
thereby improving its cornering
dynamics.
At slow and medium speeds, PT V
Plus considerably enhances agilit y
and steering precision. At high
speeds, during fast cornering and
under wheel spin, the mechanical
limited ­slip rear differential
ensures additional stabilit y. Also
on variable ­grip surfaces, in the
wet and on snow, PT V Plus –
combined with Porsche Traction
Management (PTM) and Porsche
Stabilit y Management (PSM) –
provides a major contribution to
active safety.
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PTV Plus).
A new system for enhancing
driving dynamics and stabilit y,
PT V Plus offers variable distribu ­
tion of engine torque to the rear
wheels and mechanical limited ­
slip rear dif ferential. Depending
on the steering angle, steering
speed, throt tle pedal position,
yaw velocit y and vehicle speed,
PT V Plus optimises steering re ­
sponse and precision by applying
brake pressure to the left or right
rear wheel, as required.
Specifically, this means that when
entering a corner at high speed,
moderate brake pressure is
applied to the inside rear wheel.
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)
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3. Normal Level.
Max. ground clearance: 210 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 215 mm).
4. Low Level I.
22 mm below Normal Level;
max. ground clearance: 188 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 193 mm);
automatically selected above
138 km/ h (86 mph).
5. Low Level II.
32 mm below Normal Level;
max. ground clearance: 178 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 183 mm);
automatically selected above
210 km/ h (130 mph).
(Not manually selectable.) 6. Loading Level.
52 mm below Normal Level;
max. ground clearance: 158 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 163 mm);
only selectable when vehicle is
stationary.
Air suspension with PASM
standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for all other
Cayenne models.
Porsche Dynamic Chassis
Control (PDCC).
Available as an option in conjunc ­
tion with air suspension, Porsche
Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
is an active anti ­roll system
that further enhances the extra­
ordinary road holding and
precision handling of the new
Cayenne models.
PDCC anticipates and significantly
reduces lateral body movement
when cornering. This is achieved
with the aid of the active anti ­roll
bars featuring hydraulic swivel
motors on the front and rear
axles. The system responds to
the current steering angle and
lateral acceleration by producing
a stabilising force that precisely
negates the swaying force of the
body. The benefits are greater agilit y
at every speed, more responsive
steering, stable load transfer
characteristics and enhanced
occupant comfort. When off
­road
mode is selected via a switch in
the centre console, this allows
the t wo halves of each anti ­roll
bar to rotate further in opposition
to each other. This in turn enables
greater wheel articulation and ensures that each individual
wheel has more contact with
the ground, improving traction
on uneven surfaces.
Optional for the new Cayenne,
new Cayenne S and new
Cayenne Turbo.
1. High Level II.
58 mm above Normal Level;
max. ground clearance:

268 mm (Cayenne Turbo:
273 mm); selectable at speeds
of up to 30 km/ h (19 mph).
2. High Level I.
28 mm above Normal Level;
max. ground clearance: 238 mm
(Cayenne Turbo: 243 mm);
selectable at speeds of up to
80 km/ h (50 mph). Air suspension.
The new Cayenne models can be
equipped with an air suspension
system featuring self ­levelling,
ride ­height control and PASM – for
enhanced driving dynamics and
comfort. The self ­levelling facilit y
maintains a constant ground clear ­
ance, which can easily be adjust ­
ed using the ride ­height control
on the centre console:
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High ­speed cornering in the Cayenne Turbo with PDCC
High
­speed cornering in the Cayenne S without PDCC
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Air suspension ride heights Loading Level: 158 mm Normal Level: 210 mm High Level II: 268 mm

high­mounted upper arms are now
in aluminium. This axle design
ensures accurate wheel location,
greater agilit y and minimal inter ­
ference on uneven surfaces.
The subframe is secured on large
rubber mountings that reduce
road noise to a minimum. It is
also specially constructed to
increase stabilit y. For enhanced comfort and even greater active
and passive safet y. In the event
of an impact, the subframe
deforms in a predefined manner.

Rear axle.
The rear axle features multi
­link
suspension. Ideal for performance
road and track use, it also copes
well with the extremely high
towing and carrying loads that
are possible with each Cayenne.
The suspension struts are angled
to allow longer suspension travel
and create a deeper and wider
cargo area. As well as providing
additional space, the car is also
easier to load. The rear axle design minimises
dive and squat under acceleration
and braking. It also improves mid
­
corner stabilit y and compensates
for sudden load transfer. In short:
it enables a more relaxed way
of driving. Examples of intelligent
light weight construction on the
rear axle include hollow drive
shafts.
Steering.
The steering system has been
completed revised and adapted
for a sportier driving st yle.
Around the straight ­ahead pos­
ition, in particular, the ratio is
now more direct. With the variable
steering ratio and special valve
set tings on the power ­steering
system, optimum manoeuvrabilit y
is ensured. The turning circle of
the new Cayenne models is just
11.9 metres.
The steering column itself
consists of multiple collapsing
sections linked by t wo universal
joints and a special deformation
element provides additional safet y
in the event of a front impact. Electro
­hydraulic power steering
is used for the first time on the
Cayenne S Hybrid. The demand ­
driven pump only provides
assistance to the steering as
and when required, thereby

contributing to overall efficiency.
Servotronic.
Servotronic is a speed ­sensitive
power steering system.
At higher speeds, the steering
becomes firmer, inputs are more
precise and driver comfort is
enhanced. At lower speeds, it
enables easy manoeuvrability
and parking.
Standard on the new Cayenne S
Hybrid. Optional for the new
Cayenne, new Cayenne Diesel,
new Cayenne S and new
Cayenne Turbo.
Front axle.
The chassis on the new Cayenne
models of fers a direct response –
for a more rewarding driving
experience.
The wishbones on the subf rame­
mounted front suspension with
Weight reduction.
The axle concept on the new
Cayenne models features con­
sistent light weight construction
thanks to the use of new mater­
ials. The results: enhanced driving
dynamics, lower fuel consumption
and optimum occupant comfort.
Shedding weight.
Adding agility, economy and comfort.
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Ty r e s .
All t yres have been optimised
with regard to driving perform­
ance, handling, rolling resistance
and weight. They also provide
great potential for reducing fuel
consumption and emissions. The three basic components of
the t yre have been enhanced –
the rubber compound, tread de­
sign and the architecture of the
substructure. This reduces rolling
resistance and fuel consumption.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
(TPM).
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM)
provides early warning of any
drop in pressure via the on
­board
computer display. In addition, the driver can quickly
and easily check the individual
pressures in all four wheels via
the multi
­purpose display in the
instrument cluster. Standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for all other
new Cayenne models.
Wheels.
All of the wheels for the new

Cayenne models have been
specifically designed to reflect
the character of the car – and
convey it to the road.
Standard on the new Cayenne
and new Cayenne Diesel: the
new 18 ­inch Cayenne wheel.
Standard on the new Cayenne S
and new Cayenne S Hybrid:
the new 18 ­inch Cayenne S III
wheel. Standard on the new
Cayenne Turbo: the new 19 ­inch
Cayenne Turbo wheel.
1)
A range of other wheel options
in various sizes (up to 21 inches
in diameter) is available for all
models.
19 ­inch Cayenne Turbo wheel
20 ­inch RS Spyder Design wheel
18 ­inch Cayenne S III wheel 20
­inch Cayenne SportDesign II wheel
18 ­inch Cayenne wheel 19
­inch Cayenne Design II wheel2)
More than just a small cog in the system.
21 ­inch Cayenne SportEdition wheel3)21 ­inch 911 Turbo II wheel (forged)
1) For details of all wheel options, see page 118. 2) In conjunction with 275 ­mm t yres for the
Cayenne Turbo and 265 ­mm t yres for all
other models.
3) Introduction planned for 07/2010.
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While no one can possibly know
for sure what is going to happen,
it ’s always good to be prepared
for every eventualit y.

Standard on all new Cayenne
models.
Halogen headlights.
The projector­beam halogen
headlights feature automatic
static range control and reflection
high ­beam lights – for optimum
illumination of the road.
Standard on the new Cayenne,
new Cayenne Diesel, new
Cayenne S and new Cayenne S
Hybrid.
Bi-Xenon main headlights with
Porsche Dynamic Light System
(PDLS).
Featuring halogen auxiliary
headlights, integrated headlight
cleaning and automatic dynamic
range control, the Bi ­Xenon
headlights provide more uniform
illumination of the road in both
dipped and high ­beam mode.
The dynamic cornering light
function swivels the headlights
towards the inside of a bend
based on the current steering
angle and road speed. The static
cornering lights activate the
auxiliary headlights in order to illuminate more of the road in
tight bends and turns.
PDLS also features speed
­
sensitive headlight control and
an adverse weather function,

which is activated in conjunction
with the rear foglight – for even
greater safet y, not just at night
and during cornering.
Standard on the new Cayenne
Turbo. Optional for all other
new Cayenne models.
Daytime running lights.
Fit ted as standard on all new
Cayenne models: LED day time
running lights. On the new
Cayenne, Cayenne Diesel,
Cayenne S and Cayenne S
Hybrid, these are arranged hori ­
zontally in the front light units, whereas on the Cayenne Turbo
each headlight unit has four

LED spotlights. Day time running
lights improve safet y in the
day time as they make you more
visible to other road users.
Taillights.
LED technology is used for
all functions on the new rear
light modules. For an ultra ­fast
response and greater luminance.
In short: for greater safet y.
In an emergency stop, the
adaptive LED brake lights on
the new Cayenne models pulsate
to alert the traf fic behind more
quickly to a critical situation.
The high ­level third brake light is
integrated into the roof spoiler.
Automatic headlight activation.
The headlights are automatically
switched on when darkness sets
in or when driving through a tun ­
nel in the day time. Other features
include an automatic switch ­of f
and ‘Welcome Home’ function –
when you arrive at a destination
after dark, the headlights remain
illuminated for a user ­defined
period, lighting your path from
the car.
It ’s always a pleasure taking
corners in a Porsche. Especially
when they’re now so visible
at night. The striking lighting
arrangement is also instantly
recog
nisable. The lights on the
new Cayenne Turbo feature a
unique design that differs signifi ­
cantly from all other models.
Driving with foresight.
Quite literally.
S a f e t y.
Night design (Cayenne Turbo) Headlight (Cayenne, Cayenne Diesel,
Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid)
Headlight (Cayenne Turbo)
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All Cayenne models have internal­
ly vented discs all round, ensuring
consistent performance during
heav y use. The front disc dimen ­
sions (diameter/thickness) are
350 mm/34 mm on the new

Cayenne and new Cayenne Diesel,
360 mm/36 mm on the new
Cayenne S and new Cayenne S
Hybrid, and 390 mm/38 mm on
the new Cayenne Turbo. All models have six
­piston
monobloc aluminium brake
calipers at the front and four ­
piston equivalents at the rear.
The calipers are black on the new
Cayenne and new Cayenne Diesel
and silver on the new Cayenne S
and new Cayenne S Hybrid. On
the new Cayenne Turbo, they
feature a striking red paint finish. Braking is assisted by a tandem
booster and large brake master
cylinder. Further assistance is
provided by PSM (p. 66).
The pads are equipped with
individual wear sensors. When
new pads are required, a
warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
Electric parking brake.
Manually activated and deactivat ­
ed, the electric parking brake
releases automatically as you drive
off.
Automatic hold function.
With the automatic hold function,
you can pull away on the flat or a
slope without ever rolling back.
The system automatically detects
when the vehicle has come to a
halt on an uphill gradient. PSM then
maintains the brake pressure at all
four wheels for a brief period to
prevent the vehicle from moving in
the opposite direction.
Braking systems.
Porsche brakes are renowned
worldwide as the benchmark in
performance
and durabilit y.
Equipped with new braking
systems, the new Cayenne
models continue this tradition.
The larger brakes of fer excellent
deceleration – even when the
car is fully laden with five adult
occupants, a full complement
of luggage and a braked trailer
load of up to 3,500 kg (Cayenne
with manual gearbox: 2,700 kg).
Outstanding brake performance.
To the point.
Standard braking system
(Cayenne/Cayenne Diesel) Standard braking system

(Cayenne S/Cayenne S Hybrid) Standard braking system (Cayenne Turbo)
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Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
To do this, the engine manage­
ment system adjusts the gener­
ator current depending on the
brake pedal position, recovers
part of the kinetic energy and
stores it in the bat tery. When

the pressure on the brake pedal
exceeds a certain threshold, the
brakes are applied.
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB).
Available as an option on all new
Cayenne models, the Porsche
Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
has already proven its abilit y to
cope with the harshest require ­
ments of the racetrack. It is
available in conjunction with
20 ­inch wheels or larger for the
Cayenne Turbo and with 19 ­inch
wheels or larger for all other
Cayenne models.
The cross ­drilled discs are
generously proportioned: on
the Cayenne Turbo they have
a diameter of 410 mm at the

front and 370 mm at the rear,
while on all other models they
measure 390 mm and 370 mm,
respectively.
The discs are made from a
specially treated carbon ­fibre
compound that is silicated
in a high ­vacuum process at
approximately 1,700 °C. The
resulting material is not only

much harder than cast iron, it
is also more resistant to heat. Even at high temperatures, the
thermal resistance of the PCCB
disc ensures outstanding dimen
­
sional stabilit y. The ceramic
material is totally resistant to
corrosion and offers excellent
acoustic damping properties.
PCCB enables shorter braking
distances – no mat ter how tough
the driving conditions. The pedal
response is fast and precise with
only moderate input required. Excellent fade resistance ensures
greater balance when slowing
from high speed.
The key advantage of PCCB is

a total weight saving of approxi ­
mately 50% compared with
equivalent cast ­iron discs. As well
as enhancing performance and
fuel economy, the unsprung and
rotating masses are lightened.
The results: greater comfort
and road ­holding on uneven road surfaces plus bet ter handling
and agility.
Optional for all new Cayenne
models.
Recuperation.
The electronic engine manage ­
ment system on the new Cayenne S
Hybrid controls the braking
process so that, when the brake
pedal is actuated, as much
expended energy as possible
can be harnessed by the electric
machine’s generator and stored
in the 288 ­Volt nickel metal
hydride (NiMH) bat tery. This is
referred to as recuperation.
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