child seat PORSCHE 911 GT3 2010 5.G User Guide

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Operation, Safety – Your authorized Porsche dealer will be glad to
advise you about the installation possibility for
a Porsche child restraint system which allows
a key-operated airbag deactivation of the
passenger’s airbag.
– The key-operated airbag deactivation device
installation requires special programming
available only from your authorized Porsche
dealer.
fPlease see the chapter “KEY-OPERATED
AIRBAG DEACTIVATION DEVICE” on Page 46.
Direction of installation for child restraint
systemsGroup 0 and 0+: Children up to 29 lbs
(13 kg)
Children of this weight must be transported in a
restraint system which is installed facing rear-
ward.
Group I: Children in between 20 lbs (9 kg)
and 40 lbs (18 kg)
Children of this weight are held in child restraint
systems facing forward.
Group II: Children in between 33 lbs (15 kg)
and 55 lbs (25 kg)
Children of this weight are held in child restraint
systems facing forward.
Group III: Children in between 49 lbs (22 kg)
and 80 lbs (36 kg)
Children of this weight are held in child restraint
systems facing forward.
fThe vehicle seat must be adjusted so that it is
in its lower rear position.Note
If a child seat with top tether is adapted for use on
the front seat, the anchor point must be used for
anchoring the top tether.
fPlease see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT
ANCHORAGES” on Page 52.
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Using child restraint systems in the
passenger seatfDo not install a child restraint system in
the Sports bucket seat.
Danger!
The use of a child restraint system in the
passenger seat can result in serious
personal injury or death to the child from an
airbag deployment.
To reduce risk of injury from an inflating
airbag in an accident, Porsche strongly
recommends:
fPlease see the chapter “PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP”
on Page 44.
fPlease see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS” on Page 47.
fDo not install a child restraint system in
the Sports bucket seat.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be equipped with the LATCH system. Child restraint system for up to one-year old
children
– Make sure that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp lights up.
– Adjust the passenger's seat as far away from
the airbag as possible.
Danger!
Risk of serious personal injury or death due
to the passenger’s airbag triggering uninten-
tionally.
When the ignition is on and an up to one-year
old child is seated in the child restraint
system on the passenger’s seat the indicator
lamp „PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF“ must be on.
If the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” indicator
lamp does not light up, it could indicate a
fault in the system.
In this case:
fOn vehicles with key-operated airbag deactiva-
tion device: Switch to position OFF.
fOn vehicles without key-operated airbag
deactivation device: Do not use a child
restraint system in the passenger’s seat.
fHave the fault remedied at your nearest autho-rized Porsche dealer.Child restraint system for children older than
one year
Your vehicle is equipped with a weight sensing
system for the passenger's seat in accordance
with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
208. Depending on the weight acting on the
passenger's seat, the passenger's airbag will
automatically be switched on or off.
Small adult passengers
Make sure that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp does not light up.
Danger!
Risk of serious personal injury or death due
to the passenger’s airbag not triggering.
When the ignition key is inserted and the
small adult passenger is seated on the
passenger’s seat, the indicator lamp
“PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” must be off.
If the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” indicator
lamp lights up, it could indicate a fault in the
system.
In this case:
fDo not carry a passenger in the passenger’s
seat.
fHave the fault remedied at the nearest autho-rized Porsche dealer.
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Operation, Safety
Automatic locking retractorfDo not install a child restraint system in
the Sports bucket seat.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be
equipped with the LATCH system.
The safety belt for the passenger is equipped with
an automatic locking retractor for securing the
child restraint system. When activated, this
retractor allows you to securely fasten the child
restraint system in place so that inadvertent
movements will not occur.
Before transporting a child on the passenger’s
seat:
fPlease see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS” on Page 47.
Danger!
Risk of serious personal injury or death to the
child, when excessive force is acting on the
passenger's seat due to the seat belt.
In such cases, the passenger's airbag can be
switched on unintentionally.
fAfter fastening the child restraint system, do
not adjust the seat.
fCheck the condition of the passenger’s airbag
shown by the indicator lamp in the central console.Activating the automatic locking retractor
1. If a child restraint system must be fastened to
the passenger's seat, adjust the passenger's
seat as far away from the airbag as possible.
2. Fasten child seat.
3. Pull the safety belt retractor completely out. At
this point the locking mechanism is activated.
4. Insert the safety belt tongue into the buckle
and make certain that it is properly latched.
Make no more adjustments to the seat.
5. Allow the safety belt to retract until it is tight on
the child restraint system. You may further
tighten the belt by pulling on it to allow more of
it to retract.
Make sure that excessive seat belt forces do
not occur by moving the seat with the child
seat installed.
Releasing the safety belt
1. Unbuckle the safety belt latch.
2. Then make certain that the belt has fully
retracted. At this point the automatic locking
feature will be disengaged.
Seek appropriate advice from your authorized
Porsche dealer about the possible installation
of a Porsche child restraint system.
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LATCH SystemChild seat bracket on the passenger’s
seatfDo not install a child restraint system in
the Sports bucket seat.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be
equipped with the LATCH system.
The key switch for switching off the passenger’s
airbag and the LATCH attachment bracket are not
installed at the factory. They can be retrofitted (not
on vehicles with Sports bucket seats).
fPlease see your authorized Porsche dealer.
Porsche recommends the use of a Porsche Child
Seat with Lower Anchorage and Tether for
Children system (LATCH).
These systems have been tested and adjusted to
the interior of your Porsche and the appropriate
child weight groups. Other systems have not been
tested and could entail an increased risk of injury.You can obtain child seats that are LATCH compa-
tible at your authorized Porsche dealer.
fAlways observe the separate installation
instructions for your child seat.
fPlease see the chapter “CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS” on Page 47.
Installing a LATCH child seat system1. Secure the child seat to retaining lugs A as
outlined in the instruction manual for the child
seat.
2. Pull the child seat to check that both fastening
points are engaged correctly.
Note
Make sure that the key switch is switched to AUTO
once the child sea t has be en rem ove d, in order to
provide protection to the adult occupants.
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Operation, Safety
Child Restraint Anchorages fPlease see the chapter “AUTOMATIC LOCKING
RETRACTOR” on Page 50.
fDo not install a child restraint system in
the Sports bucket seat.
The Sports bucket seat cannot be
equipped with the LATCH system.
If your child restraint seat requires the use of a
tether strap, you will want to use the anchor point
behind the passenger’s seat under the carpet.
To ensure proper installation, see your authorized
Porsche dealer.
Note
If a child seat with top tether is adapted for use on
the passenger’s seat, the anchor point must be
used for anchoring the top tether.
Warning!
The child restraint anchorage is designed to
withstand only the load imposed by a
correctly fitted child restraint. Under no
circumstances is the anchorage to be used
for adult safety belt or harness. Such use
could result in serious personal injury or
death.
fDo not misuse the child restraint anchorage.
This is not designed to withstand a load imposed by an adult.
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Index Brake fluid
Changing............................................ 163
Checking level .................................... 162
Level.................................................. 162
Warning light ...................................... 163
Brakes ....................................................... 162
Brake circuit division warning light ........ 163
Brake warning light ............................. 116
Fluid........................................... 162, 239
Fluid warning light ............................... 163
Function ............................................... 54
New brake pads or linings ..................... 56
Pads .................................................... 13
Parking brake ....................................... 53
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB) ................................................... 6
Service brake ......................................... 6
Test stand ............................................ 61
Break in brakes ............................................ 13
Break in hints ............................................... 13
Bulbs, replacing.......................................... 219
CCapacities .................................................. 239
Car care .................................................... 174
Car telephone ............................................... 91
Car washes ................................................ 175
Carpet ....................................................... 180
Catalytic converters .................................... 169
Cautions ............................................ 157, 183Central locking...................................... 22, 208
Automatic relocking............................... 22
Emergency operation ............................ 23
Fault indication ...................................... 24
Overload protection....................... 24, 208
Central locking button................................... 24
Central vents .............................................. 101
Central warning light ................................... 116
Changing bulb............................................. 227
Check engine
Warning light....................................... 116
Check engine warning light .......................... 116
Opening the oil filler cap ...................... 161
Checking pressure ...................................... 203
Child restraint systems .................................. 47
Anchorages .......................................... 52
Direction of installation .......................... 48
Child seat bracket ......................................... 51
Chime .......................................................... 73
CHRONO Stopwatch .................................... 127
Cigarette lighter ............................................ 82
Circulating-air button..................................... 99
Clock ................................................. 114, 146
Clothes hook ................................................ 83
Clutch .................................................. 53, 155
Clutch pedal ................................................. 53
Combination filter........................................ 172
Coming home mode ...................................... 74
Communication management ......................... 89
Compact disc
Player .................................................. 90
Storage ................................................ 84
Compartment monitoring ............................... 26
Compressor .................................................87
Coolant ..............................................112, 158
Checking ............................................158
Level ..................................................158
Temperature gauge .............................112
Topping off .........................................158
Warning light .......................................112
Cooling system ...................................112, 158
Warning light .......................................112
Cornering light
Functional description ............................74
Indicator light ......................................111
Crankcase ventilation ..................................169
Cruise control .................................78, 79, 115
Cupholder.....................................................80DData bank ...................................................234
Daytime running lights ...................................73
Changing bulbs ...................................227
On-board computer .............................146
Decals........................................................175
Defrosting windows .................................32, 99
Diagnostic socket .........................................14
Diagram
Engine diagram ...................................242
Dimensions.................................................241
Door ............................................................21
Handles ................................................21
Locks ...........................................21, 176
Mirror ...................................................31
Mirror heating .......................................32
Mirrors .................................................30
Windows .................................21, 29, 177
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