display PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 2011 6.G Information Manual

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Interior design
Sporty ergonomics for ordinary driving.
Extraordinary comfort for sporty driving.

Interior design.
At Porsche, we don’t build everyday
sportscars, we build sportscars for every -
day use. How? By understanding that
great agilit y and maximum comfort are
not mutually exclusive but are, in fact,
aspects of a harmonious overall concept.
This is especially true of the interior
of the new 911. Sportiness, functionality
and high-quality materials combine to
form a cohesive whole that is conducive
to dynamic driving, even during everyday
use.
What this means becomes clear the
moment you get in. The extended wheel -
base now offers 25 mm more leg room
in the front than in previous 911 models. Sportiness in harmony with comfort is

the theme which is reflected in the clever
ergonomics that characterise the entire
interior design. The materials used, the
layout of the controls and their operating
logic belong to a new generation of
sportscar. Another new design for the
new 911 is the elevated centre console.
Its intelligent operating concept follows
a clear principle of direct simplicity.
A classic 911 feature is the arrangement
of the five circular instruments with the
rev counter in the middle. A new addition
is the instrument cluster featuring a high-
resolution 4.6-inch full VGA TFT colour
display for viewing on-board computer,
audio system or navigation information. Fit ted as standard, the Sports seats

combine even greater comfort with
racing-st yle support and now feature
4 -way electric adjustment. The new
automatic climate control with zonal
temperature controls for driver and
front passenger also comes as standard.
Also new is the optional light design
package for the foot wells, storage
compartments, rear compartment and
overhead console. As ever, we offer
an extensive selection of interior colours
and materials, such as carbon, leather,
wood or aluminium.
Acoustics are an integral part of the
concept, particularly the engine sound.
Available as an option is the Burmester
® High-End Surround Sound System.

Optimised for the new 911 Carrera models,
it features 12 loudspeakers and a total
output of 821 wat ts for a perfect spatial
sound.
The new 911 proves that apparent oppo -
sites, such as st yle and engineering or
comfort and performance, can go hand
in hand. For us, there is no contradiction
and certainly no need for compromise.
After all, a strong personalit y does not
deny the existence of opposites, it unites
them.

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Included in the package are a performance
display, a digital and an analogue stop -
watch and the SPORT PLUS but ton. An
additional display in the steering wheel
and instrument cluster indicates whether
the SPORT but tons and Launch Control
have been activated.
On activation of SPORT PLUS mode,
Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM) and, in the S model, optional
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
switch to a harder damping set ting
and offer more direct steering and,
therefore, better road holding.
In SPORT PLUS mode, the trigger thresh -
old for PSM is raised. Agilit y is perceptibly
enhanced when braking for corners with
PSM, allowing sportier braking and exit
acceleration. For maximum dexterit y,
PSM can be set to standby while the car
is still in SPORT PLUS mode. For safet y,
it is set to intervene automatically only
when ABS assistance is required on both
the front wheels.
In combination with PDK, the Sport
Chrono Package has t wo additional functions for a sport y drive that borders
on a motorsport experience. The first

is ‘Launch Control’, which can be used
on the track to achieve the best possible
standing start – a racing start.
The second function is the ‘motorsport-
derived gearshif t strategy’. Using this,
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) is geared
up for extremely short shift times and optimum shift points for the maximum
acceleration available. This combination
of uncompromising and involving perfor
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mance is ideal for the racetrack.
A key component of the Sport Chrono
Package is the stopwatch mounted on
the dashboard. In conjunction with the
optional PCM, a special performance
display enables you to view store and evaluate lap times or other driving
times. It shows the total driving time,
lap distance, lap number and lap times
re c o rde d s o f a r.
A feature of the Sport Chrono Package
borrowed from motorsport is the dynamic
engine mounts. These exploit the laws

of physics for your own driving pleasure.
Dynamic engine mounts.
You don’t have to take the new 911 onto
the racetrack. But you can, more so
than ever, because dynamic engine
mounts are now included as part of the
Sport Chrono Package. Based on the
engine mounts of the 911 GT3 and
911 Turbo models, it is the first time that they have been available for the

911 Carrera. Even if track racing is
not for you, dynamic engine mounts
make a decisive contribution to dynamic
performance on the road, too.
The electronically controlled system mini -
mises the oscillations and vibrations of the
entire drive train, especially the engine.
The engine is bolted to the body by t wo
mounts. Like any mass, it obeys the law
of inertia. This means that it will continue
moving in a uniformly straight line unless
some force causes it to change direction.
Put more simply: when you are driving
into a bend, the vehicle will follow your
steering but, at first, the mass of the
engine will not. This means that the rear
of the vehicle will ultimately be pushed
out wards as a result of the engine’s
force of inertia.
Dynamic engine mounts minimise
this effect. Steering angle and both
longitudinal and lateral acceleration
are constantly recorded by sensors. The stiffness and damping performance
of the engine mounts adapt to changes
in driving st yle and road surface condi
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tions, which is achieved by use of a fluid
magnetised in an electrically generated
field. This results in greater traction
and perceptibly more stable handling
under load change conditions and in
fast corners.

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Wheels.
On the new 911, the wheels have been
enlarged by one inch over the previous
model. Not only do the larger wheels
improve dynamic performance, they
also look more imposing.
The new 911 Carrera is equipped with
19-inch Carrera wheels as standard. These are light weight alloys featuring

a classic sport y design. Tyre sizes are
235/40 ZR 19 and 285/35 ZR 19 at
the front and rear respectively.
The S model is equipped with light-alloy
20 -inch Carrera S wheels as standard.
The visual effect is sport y and dynamic.
The t yres are slightly wider to cope
with the increased power output of this model: 245/35 ZR 20 at the front,
295/30 ZR 20 at the rear.
The larger t yre size improves both ride
comfort and track performance. The

rolling resistance of the summer t yres
has been reduced by up to 7 % to improve
fuel economy, while t yre weight and dry
braking distances have also been
reduced. A selection of 20-inch wheels is available in
our range of options.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM).
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) is available
on request. This safet y system sends
warnings to the on-board computer’s
display screen in the event of low t yre
pressure or a gradual or sudden loss
of pressure. The individual pressures
in all four t yres can be displayed in the
instrument cluster.
Porsche Stability Management (PSM).
As standard, the new 911 models

are equipped with enhanced Porsche
Stabilit y Management (PSM), which
maintains stability even at the limits of
dynamic driving performance. Sensors
continuously monitor the direction,
speed, yaw velocity and lateral acceleration
of the car. Using this information, PSM is able to calculate the actual direction
of travel at any given moment. If the car
begins to oversteer or understeer, PSM
applies selective braking on individual
wheels to restore stabilit y.
Under acceleration on wet or low-grip
road surfaces, PSM improves traction
using the automatic brake differential
(ABD), anti-slip regulation (ASR) and
engine drag torque control (EDC) function.
When the SPORT PLUS mode of the
optional Sport Chrono Package is selected,
the PSM threshold is raised to allow a
sportier driving st yle.
For an even more dynamic experience,
you always have the option to deactivate
PSM. It is automatically reactivated,

for your safet y, only if you brake harder
and either of the front wheels (in SPORT
PLUS mode, both of the front wheels)
requires ABS assistance. ABS and ABD,
however, remain active at all times.
PSM therefore offers a high level of
driving stability and safety combined
with extraordinary agilit y. It ’s an
apparent contradiction in terms, but an
intrinsic part of the Porsche identit y.
19-inch Carrera wheel (standard on the 911 Carrera)
20-inch Carrera S wheel (standard on the 911 Carrera S)911 Carrera S with 20-inch Carrera Classic wheels
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Engineering that takes you forward:

Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) with navigation module and a
high-resolution 7-inch colour touch -
screen. PCM is your control centre for
audio, navigation and communication
functions.Instruments.
Sporty not kitsch, practical not fanciful.
The dial faces of the five circular instru -
ments have one purpose above all: to
provide information. They do so efficiently
and accurately. Their st yling is t ypically
Porsche with the rev counter exactly
where you would expect it to be: in the
middle.
Another element of the Porsche identit y
is sound. The Sound Package Plus offer
outstanding performance with a total

output of 235 wat ts. Available as an
option is the BOSE
® Surround Sound
System with a total output of 445 wat ts.
In short, it delivers authentic audio
playback combined with an impressive
spatial sound. No system promises such high standards
in the 911, and fulfils them, as the option
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al High-End Surround Sound System from
Burmester
®, the bespoke manufacturer
based in Berlin and one of the most
respected premium audio manufacturers
worldwide. With a total output of 821 wat ts,
it ensures an incredible audio experience. Our patented integral subwoofer enhances
the bass performance of both optional
sound systems and also saves weight.
Typically Porsche.
Ergonomics, st yle and sound. Sportscar
technology, intelligently combined.
The instrument cluster is new with a high-
resolution 4.6-inch TFT colour screen.

It provides you with a continuous stream
of data from the on-board computer,
such as speed, trip mileage, journey time
or current fuel consumption. It also dis -
plays the navigation system map, delivers
various warnings, including alerts from the Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM)

system, and reminds you of your selected
communication and audio settings.
TFT display
Instruments in the 911 Carrera S with aluminium - coloured rev counter

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In the 911, there is a point at which all
forces come together. The steering wheel
is the most important inter face bet ween
the driver and the sportscar. This is

why all available steering wheels feature
a high-grip steering wheel rim in smooth-
finish leather and offer outstanding
ergonomics. A full -size airbag is integrated
as st a n d a rd .SportDesign steering wheel.
As with the sports steering wheel, the
optional SportDesign steering wheel
is adjustable for both height and reach
and, thanks to its grip mouldings, it’s
in safe hands – even on the sportiest
of drives.
Sports steering wheel.
The sports steering wheel is fit ted as
standard and adjusts up to 40 mm for
height and up to 60 mm for reach.
The optional multifunction steering
wheel has four function but tons and t wo thumbwheels for convenient operation

of audio, telephone and navigation
functions, TFT display and on-board
computer. On request, the steering
wheel is available in smooth-finish leather,
Aluminium Look, carbon or macassar. In conjunction with PDK, the steering
wheels are equipped with t wo ergonomic
gearshift switches enabling you to
change gear directly from the steering
wheel. With the optional Sport Chrono
Package, the steering wheel also features
a display above the airbag module to
inform you whether the SPORT, SPORT
PLUS and Launch Control functions have
been activated.
SportDesign steering wheel
In conjunction with PDK, the steering
wheel features t wo gearshif t paddles.
These are made from a strong alloy and
are ergonomically located behind the
lef t- and right- hand steering wheel
spokes. Pull the right-hand paddle and
PDK shifts up. Pull the left-hand paddle and PDK shifts down. When PDK has
been combined with the optional Sport
Chrono Package, the left- and right-hand
spokes additionally feature a display

that tells you whether the SPORT, SPORT
PLUS and Launch Control functions have
been activated. Steering wheel heating.
For increased comfort on cold days,
steering wheel heating is available as
an option for the sports steering wheel
and multifunction steering wheels
(only in conjunction with seat heating).
The heating is operated by a but ton
on the rear of the lower steering wheel
spoke.
Multifunction steering wheel in conjunction with PDK Spor tDesign steering wheel with gearshif t paddles
Sports steering wheel

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Climate control.
Both 911 models feature t wo -zone auto
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matic climate control as standard with an
enhanced ventilation effect and separate
temperature controls for the driver and
front passenger. The available air condi -
tioning modes are gentle, normal and
strong.
An active carbon filter traps particles,
pollen and odours and an automatic
air-recirculation function permanently
monitors air quality, reduces humidity
and switches from fresh to recirculated
air when required. A demister function keeps the windows
clear in cold weather. In warmer weather,
a solar sensor helps the climate control

to detect strong sunlight and automatically
compensate for the comfort of both the
driver and front passenger.
HomeLink®
(programmable garage door opener).
As an option, it is possible to have
a programmable garage door opener
integrated into the overhead console.
At the push of a but ton, it controls up
to three different garage doors, lighting
systems or alarm systems.
‘Welcome Home’ lighting.
For convenience, particularly at night, the
‘Welcome Home’ lighting function auto -
matically switches on the LED day time
running lights for a defined period
whenever the vehicle is opened or closed
using the key remote.
A customisable delayed switch - of f timer
keeps the daytime running lights, the
taillights and, where applicable, the
courtesy lights switched on until you
reach your front door.
Cruise control.
This automatic speed control function
is available as an option. For greater
driver comfort on long stretches of road,
cruise control operates in the 30 –240 km/ h
(18–149 mph) speed range and is activated
using a but ton on the steering column
control stalk.
Many things have practical qualities.
Even more have a sporty function.
And some are just extremely convenient.

Additional comfort and convenience features.ParkAssist.
The optional Park Assist features four
inconspicuous sensors in the rear end.
The system audibly alerts the driver
to the presence of obstacles detected
behind the vehicle. An intermit tent warn -
ing tone increases in rapidity as the
obstacle is approached.
An enhanced version of Park Assist,
with four sensors in the front end, is
available on request. The audible alert
is supplemented by a visual warning
in the central display screen, which
shows a graphical representation of
the vehicle from overhead.
Light design package.
The optional light design package is both
practical and aesthetically appealing.

It comprises dimmable LEDs in the door
panels, overhead console, footwells,
ignition lock and rear compartment.
ParkAssist (rear)
ParkAssist (front)

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Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) including navigation module.
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) is standard in all 911 models.
Powerful, multifunctional and easy to
use, PCM is your control centre for
audio, navigation and communication
functions.
The main feature is the intuitive 7-inch
touchscreen. Alternatively, you can
choose to operate PCM using conven
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tional rotary pushbutton controls.
With a maximum of five list items per
page, the screen display is very clearly
presented. A useful help function is
displayed at the foot of the screen.
Radio functions include up to 42 memory
presets and an FM dual tuner frequency diversit y with RDS, which continuously
scans in the background for the best
signal, and a dynamic autostore.
The DVD-audio drive plays CDs and
audio DVDs and is MP3-compatible.
Audio playback of video DVDs is

also supported. A six- disc CD/ DVD
autochanger integrated into PCM is
available as an option.
A navigation module with high-speed
hard drive is included with PCM. For
route guidance, it is possible to select
bet ween a 2D display and a 3D perspec -
tive. In some regions, even land and
buildings can be displayed in 3D. Split
screen mode enables you to view t wo
functions at once, such as the current
navigation map and a list of symbols that
represent the next driving manoeuvre.
Voice control system.
If you require route guidance, need to
make a phone call or want to listen to the
radio, then why not just say so? Almost all
of the functions of PCM can be controlled
using the optional voice control system
with word-by-word input. In the majority
of cases, you can simply say the name
of the menu item as seen on the screen.
Even lists can be browsed by voice
command. For added convenience, there
is no need to ‘train’ the system.
Electronic logbook.
An electronic logbook is available for PCM
as an option. It enables automatic logging
on every journey of mileage, route dis -
tance, date, time, starting location and
destination. Data can be downloaded to
a USB stick and evaluated on your home
PC using the soft ware supplied. The soft -
ware fulfils all statutory requirements
for automatic logbooks as specified by
the German revenue authorities.
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Telephone module.
The optional quadband GSM telephone
module offers convenience and excellent
reception. By inserting a SIM card directly
into the PCM’s integral SIM card reader,
calls can be made using the hands-free
facility. For even more convenience, the
Bluetooth
® capability of a mobile phone
can be used to make calls via the SIM
Access Profile (SAP).* Once automatic
pairing is complete, the mobile phone’s
aerial is switched off to conserve bat tery
charge and the phone operates via
the car aerial. Depending on the mobile
phone model, this gives access not only
to the numbers on the SIM card, but also
to the phone’s internal memory. Depending
on the phone, it can also be controlled
using PCM, the optional multifunction
steering wheel or the optional voice
control system, without it ever leaving
your pocket.
the basic functions of the mobile phone.
The GSM connection is established
through the aerial of the mobile phone.
*
The telephone module also enables you
to establish a Bluetooth
® link with those
mobile phones that only support the
Handsfree Profile (HFP). In this case, the
GSM connection is always established
through the aerial of the mobile phone.*
PCM acts as a hands-free system and
you can leave the mobile phone tucked
a w ay.
On request, a cordless handset for the
telephone module is also available. Stored
in the centre console, it features a display
and keypad. However, the handset cannot
be used for Bluetooth
® links established
using the Handsfree Profile (HFP).
TV tuner.
The optional T V tuner is capable of
receiving unencrypted analogue and
digital television broadcasts (DVB -T) to
provide entertainment bet ween journeys.
For your safet y, the T V picture is
switched off while the car is in motion.
Mobile phone preparation.
To enable a Bluetooth® connection for
those mobile phones that only support
the Handsfree Profile (HFP),
* an optional
mobile phone preparation is available. It
enables you to leave your mobile phone
tucked away. PCM is able to control only
Universal audio interface.
With PCM, a USB port is included to
enable you to connect your iPod
® or any
other compatible audio source of your
choice. Recharging is also supported.
The iPod
® or USB stick can be controlled
conveniently and safely using PCM, the optional multifunction steering wheel or
the optional voice control system. Through
the USB port, it is also possible to down -
load data from the performance display
of the Sport Chrono Package as well as
data from the electronic logbook.
Universal audio interface
* Please refer to the notes on page 112.
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Index
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‘911’ badge
108
A
Airbags 63
Anti-theft protection 78
Audio interface, universal 83
AudioPilot
® 84
Auto start/stop function 31
B
Bi-Xenon headlights 64
Body 40
BOSE
® Surround Sound System 84
Brakes 58
Burmester
®
High-End Surround Sound System 86
C
Cataly tic converter 34, 99
CD/ DVD autochanger 80
Chassis 40
Climate control 74Coasting
39
Colours Exterior 104
Interior 106
Comfort 66
Communication 79
Cruise control 74
D
Direct fuel injection (DFI) 32
Dry-sump lubrication, integrated 34
Dynamic engine mounts 51
E
Electrical system recuperation 31
Emission control 99
Engine management, electronic 35
Engineered safety design 42
Engines 26
3.4-litre boxer engine 28
3.8-litre boxer engine 28
Environment 96
Exhaust system 34
Exterior mirrors and rear-view mirror 76
F
Factory collection 115
Front axle 43
Fuel 99
Fuel consumption 99
Fuel system 99
H
Headlight cleaning system 64
HomeLink
®
(programmable garage door opener) 74
I
I numbers 108
Instruments 69
Intake manifold 34
K
Knock control, cylinder-specific 35
L
L e a t h e r 111
Light design package 75
Lights 64
Logbook, electronic 80
Luggage compartment 77
M
Manual gearbox 36
Materials 99
Memory package 72
Mobile phone preparation 82
Models 8
Motorsport 90
O
On-board computer 69
On-board diagnostics 35
P
Panorama 116
Park Assist 75 Parking brake, electric
62
Performance display 50
Personalisation 102
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM) 44
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) 60
Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) 80
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) 38
Porsche Dynamic Chassis
Control (PDCC) 46
Porsche Dynamic Light
System (PDLS) 65
Porsche Entry & Drive 78
Porsche Side Impact
Protection System (POSIP) 63
Porsche Stabilit y Management (PSM) 53
Porsche Torque Vectoring (PT V) 54
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PT V Plus) 54
Porsche Vehicle Tracking
System (PV TS) 78Power steering
48
Power steering Plus 48
R
Rain sensor 76
Rear axle 43
Rear differential lock 54
Recycling 99
Roof transport system 77
S
Safety 58
Seat heating 73
Seat ventilation 73
Seats Adaptive Sports seats Plus 72
Child seats 73
Fully electric Sports seats 72
Rear seats 73
Sports seats 72
Sports seats Plus 72
Slide/tilt sunroof 76
Sound Package Plus 79
SPORT but ton 49Sport Chrono Package
49
SPORT PLUS but ton 50
Sports exhaust system 34, 49
Sports suspension 45
Steering 48
Steering wheel heating 71
Steering wheels Multifunction steering wheel 70
SportDesign steering wheel 71
Sports steering wheel 70
Stereo Lambda control circuits 99
T
Technical data 120
Telephone module 82
TFT display 69
Thermal management 31
Transmission 36
Trim strip in a high-gloss finish 108
T V tuner 82
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) 53
Index
V
VarioCam Plus system 32
Voice control system 80
W
‘Welcome Home’ lighting 74
W heels 52