airbag PORSCHE 911 2009 5.G Information Manual

The 911 Turbo Cabriolet and the
new 911 Turbo S Cabriolet.
If life is a journey, wouldn’t it be a
tragedy not to enjoy it to the full?
Perhaps it ’s this – admit tedly
somewhat philosophical – outlook
that best explains the desire for
an open-top 911 Turbo.
It ’s all about that intense expe -
rience of driving with the hood
down. Coupled with the impressive
way in which the 3.8-litre boxer
engines unleash their power.
Their performance figures are
identical to those of the Coupés.
Whether you choose 500 hp or

530 hp will depend on how much
value you place on engine power.

Both models have a drag coefficient
of 0.32 when the hood is closed.
When fit ted with the manual
gearbox, the 911 Turbo Cabriolet
sprints from 0 to 100 km/ h
(62 mph) in just 3.8 seconds.
With PDK and the Sport Chrono
Package Turbo with dynamic
engine mount system (standard
on the 911 Turbo S Cabriolet),
it takes even less time, just 3.5
se conds. Top speed is 312 km/ h
(194 mph). The 911 Turbo S
Cabriolet, equipped with PDK as
standard, demolishes the
100 km/ h (62 mph) barrier in

3.4 seconds and has a top speed
of 315 km/ h (196 mph). Besides the equipment that you
would normally expect to find on
a convertible car, the 911 Turbo
Cabriolet and 911 Turbo S

Cabriolet have the same standard
specification as their Coupé
counterparts.
To prevent body flexing as much
as possible, the body is designed
for high torsional and flexural
strength. As a result you get the
same precise, direct driving expe -
rience as you do in the Coupé
The 911 Turbo concept | Model range
911 Turbo S Cabriolet
models. Despite the slightly
heavier weight, fuel consumption
is comparable with that of the
Coupés.
The dynamic engine mount
system of the Sport Chrono

Package Turbo (standard on the
911 Turbo S Cabriolet, optional
on the 911 Turbo Cabriolet)
reduces oscillations and vibra -
tions and further improves ride
comfort. Where safet y is concerned too,
the Cabriolet models meet the
most stringent requirements.
These, too, have full-size airbags
for driver and passenger as

well as Porsche Side Impact

Protection (POSIP, page 72). The
safet y package is supplemented
by the ef fective roll- over system
(page 72) and reinforced A-pillars.
Interior of the 911 Turbo S Cabriolet in t wo -tone leather (Black and Cream)
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This double clutch provides
an alternating, non positive
connection bet ween the t wo
half-gear
boxes and the engine
by means of t wo separate
input shafts
(input shaf t 1 is
nested inside the hollowed- out
input shaft 2).
The flow of power from the
engine is only ever transmit ted
through one half-gearbox and
one clutch at a time, while the
next gear is preselected in the
second half-gearbox. During a
gear change, therefore, a conven -
tional shift no longer takes place.
Instead, one clutch simply opens
and the other closes at the same
time. Gear changes can therefore
take place within milliseconds.
Clutch 1 controls the first half-
gearbox, which contains the odd
gears (1, 3, 5, 7) and reverse.
Clutch 2 controls the second,
which contains the even gears
(2, 4, 6).
The Sport Chrono Package Turbo
with dynamic engine mount system (standard on 911 Turbo S
models) provides PDK with t wo
additional functions, ‘Launch

Control’ and ‘motor sport- derived
gearshif t strategy’ (page 60).
PDK – sport y, comfortable and
ef ficient. Characteristics that have
been given some thought else -
where too: in the specification for
the 911 Turbo model range.
Three-spoke sports steering
wheel with gearshift switches.
If combined with the optional
PDK, the three-spoke sports
steering wheel (standard on
911 Turbo and 911 Turbo Cabriolet)
has t wo ergonomic switches.
One press with the thumb and
PDK shif ts up. One pull with the
index finger and PDK shifts down.
Either the right or lef t hand can
be used.
The steering wheel rim and airbag
module are covered in smooth
leather, whilst the spoke covers
are painted in Black.
When combined with the Sport
Chrono Package Turbo with
dynamic engine mount system,
there is an additional display
above the airbag module. It tells
you whether the SPORT, SPORT
PLUS and Launch Control func -
tions are activated.
On request, the three-spoke
sports steering wheel with gear -
shift switches for the 911 Turbo
and 911 Turbo S models is also
available as a multifunction steer -
ing wheel (in leather, Aluminium
Look, carbon or macassar).
Steering wheel heating is avail -
able as an option.
Three-spoke sports steering
wheel with gearshift paddles.
The three-spoke sports steering
wheel with gearshif t paddles
(standard on 911 Turbo S models,
optional for 911 Turbo models)
allows you to make motorsport-
st yle gear changes. The paddles
are made from a strong alloy and
are ergonomically located behind the right and lef t steering wheel
spokes. Pull the right-hand paddle
and PDK shifts up. Pull the

left-hand paddle and the PDK
shifts down.
Visually, the steering wheel is
distinguished by its distinctive
high-qualit y t win-spoke design
and silver-coloured galvanised
spoke cover. The airbag module
is finished in the same colour as
the steering wheel rim.
This steering wheel also has an
additional display when combined
with the Sport Chrono Package
Turbo with dynamic engine mount
system. Located in the lef t and
right-hand steering wheel spokes,
it tells you whether SPORT,
SPORT PLUS and Launch Control
are activated.
Another feature reminiscent of
the world of motorsport is the top
centre marking on the steering
wheel rim.
Three -spoke sports steering wheel with gearshif t switches
Three -spoke sports steering wheel with gearshif t paddles
Performance | Transmission
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Driver and passenger airbags.
The t wo full-size airbags can be
inflated in t wo stages, depending
on the severit y of the impact. In a low-speed crash, the airbags
are only partially inflated, thereby
minimising discomfort to the
occupants.
Bodyshell structure.
The reinforced bodyshell contains
a highly resilient passenger cell
offering exceptional crash protec
-
tion. At the front of the car, the
cell is protected by a patented
system of longitudinal and trans -
verse members (1). In the event of
an accident, it disperses the force
of the impact and minimises
deformation of the passenger cell.
Additional features include an
ultra-rigid bulkhead cross-member
(2) made from super high-strength steel. This element is designed to
absorb impact forces from the longitudinal members and thus
protect the front foot wells.
The reinforced doors (3) also

contribute to the overall rigidit y
of the car. An additional load

path (4) is used to channel energy
through the upper part of the
shell and thus further protect the
passenger cell.
In minor collisions, easily replace -
able impact absorbers (5) protect
the bodyshell.
Sheet steel
Tailored blanks
Super high -strength steel
Ultra high -strength steel
Aluminium
Responsibility | Safet y
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Porsche Side Impact Protection
System (POSIP).
POSIP, fit ted as standard, consists
of side impact protection beams
in the doors and t wo side airbags
on each side, namely a thorax
airbag located in the side of each
backrest and a head airbag incor-
porated within each door. Each
airbag has an approximate volume
of 8 litres, ensuring excellent
protection in the event of side
impact.
Additional safet y features include
the headrests which form an
integral part of each seat, an
energy-absorbing steering column,
three-point seat belts with height
adjustment (Coupés only), seat
belt pre-tensioners and force
limiters and energy-absorbing
elements in the dashboard.
Safety in the 911 Turbo
Cabriolets.
One fundamental principle at
Porsche is to provide high levels
of occupant protection, regardless
of whether the vehicle is a closed
or open-top design.
Torsional rigidit y and flexural
strength are exemplary for a t wo -
plus-t wo convertible. Body flexing
is minimal even on the most
poorly surfaced roads, ensuring
bet ter handling and greater
active safety.
Occupants are protected by an
automatically deploying roll- over
system if the vehicle were to overturn. Two spring-loaded roll-
over bars are neatly incorporated
behind each of the rear seats.
The roll- over sensor – part of the
airbag control unit – continuously
monitors the car’s pitch and roll,
contact with the road, as well as
lateral and longitudinal forces.
If the car were to overturn,

the top -padded bars would be
deployed instantly.
Of course, the 911 Turbo
Cabriolets also come as standard
with the Porsche Side Impact
Protection System (POSIP).
Responsibility | Safet y
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Interior.
Efficient ergonomics is the guid-
ing theme for the interior. The
steering wheel of fers 40 mm of
adjustment for both height and
reach. A multifunction steering
wheel – with or without steering
wheel heating – is available on
request. The distinctively designed gear lever (for the six-
speed manual gearbox) and PDK
gear selector are easy to operate.
Porsche Communication Manage
-
ment (PCM) with a touchscreen is
fit ted as standard, as is the inte -
gral GPS navigation module with
hard drive navigation (page 86).
The new 911 Turbo S models come equipped with an integrated
six- disc CD/ DVD autochanger

and cruise control as standard.
The air- conditioning system with
an active carbon filter is fully
automatic. The leather finish on the seats,
dashboard, doors and rear
side panels is pleasing to the
touch. Available exclusively for
911 Turbo S models as standard
is the choice of t wo -tone leather
interior in either Black and Cream
or Black and Titanium Blue.
The centre console and door
storage compartments provide
storage space for personal items.
Below the passenger airbag are
t wo cup holders and below these
is the glove compartment with
CD storage.
Two 12-volt sockets (including the
cigaret te lighter) provide power
for a range of electrical devices.
Instruments.

The classic Porsche grouping of
five round instruments offers a
clear overview of all key informa -
tion.
The digital display in the centre-
left dial (speedometer) provides
main and trip odometer readings.
The central rev counter, featuring
the ‘turbo’ ‘or turbo S’ logo,
includes the standard on-board
computer display. This multi -
pur
pose field contains a perma -
nent digital speedometer as well
as the upshif t display on manual
models. The following optional information can also be displayed:
boost pressure, average speed,
average fuel consumption, t yre
pressure, current radio station,
navigation instructions and
remaining range till empt y. When
‘Sport ’ mode is selected on

the Sport Chrono Package Turbo
in a 911 Turbo model equipped
with dynamic engine mount
system, the temporary increase
in maximum torque is clearly
indicated by an arrow symbol in
the boost pressure display.
The third display, in the centre-
right dial, shows the time and
outside temperature.
Why do you need huge gestures
when the signs are clear?
Comfort.
An expressive design.
Well conceived technology.

A consistently sporty style.
No gimmicks. Why should the
rules for performance be
any different for the interior?
Personality | Comfort
Instruments in the 911 Turbo with PDK
Interior of the 911 Turbo in natural leather Carrera Red
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Comfort seats.
The comfort seats fit ted as
standard in the 911 Turbo and
911 Turbo Cabriolet models fea -
ture full electric adjustment of
fore/af t position, height, backrest
angle, squab angle and lumbar
support (also available at no extra
cost for 911 Turbo S models).
The high side bolsters provide
excellent lateral support, without
restricting occupant comfort.
The generous range of adjustment
options on the standard seats
means that virtually every driver
can find the ideal position, regard -less of physical build. A memory
function stores personal prefer
-ences for seat position, lumbar
support and exterior mirrors.
Sports seats.
Available as a no -cost option,
these mechanical sports seats
of fer firmer upholstery as well as
higher side bolsters on the back -
rest and squab for added lateral
support. The fore/af t position and
height are manually adjustable,
while the backrest is electrically
controlled.
Adaptive sports seats.
Adaptive sports seats are
fit ted as standard in the new
911 Turbo S models (optional for
911 Turbo models). They of fer
individual electric adjustment of
fore/af t position, height, backrest
angle, lumbar support, squab
side bolsters and backrest side
bolsters for maximum comfort
on long- distance journeys or
lateral support on the racetrack.
The additional memory function
covers both exterior mirrors
and all seating positions on the
driver’s side, except side bolster
set tings.
Sports bucket seats.*
For the ultimate sports experi -
ence, choose the new sports
bucket seats featuring a folding
backrest, integral thorax airbag
and manual fore/af t adjustment
(available as a no -cost option

for 911 Turbo S models). The
backrest shell is made from
glass/carbon -fibre reinforced
plastic and has a st ylish carbon-
weave finish.
Unusually, the pivot points of the
seat backrest are positioned high
in the side bolsters, guaranteeing
lateral support – characteristic of
racing bucket seats – in the pelvis
area too. Unlike conventional
bucket seats, the folding backrest
enables easy access to the rear
luggage area.
Seat ventilation.
As an option, seat ventilation is
available for the comfort seats
when fit ted in combination with
seat heating. Active ventilation of the perforated seat centre pad
and backrest, along with passive
ventilation on the side bolsters,
generates a flow of air.
Rear seats.
The rear seats are surprisingly
comfortable for a sportscar. The
seat backrests fold down, giving
you a generous rear luggage

area of 190 litres (155 litres in the
911 Turbo Cabriolet models).
Child seats.*
Child seats with and without
ISOFIX mountings can be fit ted
in any vehicle of the 911 Turbo
model range. The Porsche
Tequipment accessory range
includes the necessary fittings
and a deactivation function
for the passenger airbag. The
complete range of child seats
is available from Porsche
Tequipment. Please ask your
Porsche Centre for details.
Comfort seat with seat ventilation Adaptive sports seatSports bucket seat *
Child seats must not be used with the
sports bucket seats.
Rear compartment space
Personality
| Comfort
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Standard interior colours.Special/two-tone interior colours 4.Natural leather interior.
Black
Stone GreyBlack
Black Terracotta 5TerracottaBlack
Stone Grey Stone Grey Cocoa
5CocoaBlack
Sand Beige Sand Beige Black and Terracotta
4 , 6TerracottaBlack
Sand Beige
Ocean BlueOcean Blue Black and Stone Grey
4 , 7Stone GreyBlack
Ocean Blue
Black and Sand Beige
4 , 7
Dark Grey Natural8
Natural Brown 5
Carrera Red 5
Sand Beige Dark Grey Natural
Natural Brown
Carrera Red
Black Black
Black
BlackSee price list for recommended colour combinations.
1
Sof t-touch paint in interior colour; sun visors and inner door sill guards with film finish in interior colour.2 Rooflining in Alcantara (Coupé) or black fabric (Cabriolet).3 Available for 911 Turbo S models only. Interior in black leather with the following sur faces in the chosen combination colour of Cream
or Titanium Blue: door panels, seat centres front and rear. Decorative stitching in selected interior colour: dashboard upper section, door
panels upper section, seats front and rear.
4 Two -tone interior: black leather finish on dashboard upper section including instrument shroud, dashboard for ward section including front
passenger airbag cover, steering wheel rim and airbag module, door upper panels, rear side panel upper sections, A - pillar/windscreen top
trim, B/C- pillar trim (Coupé). All other sur faces in chosen combination colour.
5 Sof t-touch paint in interior colour; sun visors and inner door sill guards with black film finish.6 Sof t-touch paint in interior colour or black; sun visors and inner door sill guards with black film finish.7 Sof t-touch paint in interior colour or black; sun visors with black film finish, and inner door sill guards with film finish in interior colour.8 Sof t-touch paint in black; sun visors and inner door sill guards with black film finish.
Black and Cream 3Black Black
Black and Titanium Blue
3Black Black
Leather/soft-touch paint 1
Interior colour. Leather/soft-touch paint
Interior colour. Leather/soft-touch paint
Interior colour.
Carpet. Rooflining. 2Carpet. Rooflining. 2Carpet. Rooflining. 2
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