battery replacement PORSCHE 911 GT3 2010 5.G Owners Manual

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Operation, Safety
Keys fPlease see the chapter “ALARM SYSTEM,
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT MONITORING”
on Page 26.
fPlease see the chapter “CENTRAL LOCKING”
on Page 22.
Two car keys are supplied with your Porsche.
These keys operate all the locks on your vehicle.
fBe careful with your car keys: do not part with
them except under exceptional circumstances.
fTo avoid battery run-down, always remove the
ignition key from the ignition lock. Emergency operationfPlease see the chapter “EMERGENCY OPERA-
TION – PULLING OUT THE IGNITION KEY” on
Page 69.
Replacement keys Replacement car keys can be obtained only from
your authorized Porsche dealer, and this can
sometimes be very time-consuming.
You should therefore always keep a spare key on
your person.
Keep it in a safe place (e.g. wallet), but under no
circumstances in or on the vehicle.
The key codes of new keys have to be “reported”
to the car control unit by your authorized Porsche
dealer.
A total of 6 car keys can be reported to the control
unit.
Disabling key codes
If a key is lost, the key codes can be disabled by
an authorized Porsche dealer.
All the remaining car keys are required for this
purpose.
Disabling the code ensures that the car can be
started only using authorized keys.
Note
fPlease note that the other locks can still be
opened with the disabled key.
Immobilizer There is a transponder (an electronic component)
in the key grip, containing a stored code.
When the ignition is switched on, the ignition lock
checks the code.
The immobilizer can be deactivated and the
engine started only using an authorized ignition
key.
Switching off the immobilizer
fInsert the ignition key into the ignition lock.
If the ignition is left on for more than 2 minutes
without the engine being started, the immobilizer
is switched on again.
fIf this happens, turn the ignition key back to
position 3 (ignition off) before starting the
engine. The immobilizer is deactivated again,
and the engine can be started.
fPlease see the chapter “IGNITION/STARTER
SWITCH WITH ANTI-THEFT STEERING LOCK”
on Page 67.
Switching on the immobilizer
fRemove ignition key.
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Instruments, On-Board Computer This tire pressure warning also appears when
driving and can be acknowledged.
The tire pressure warning light on the instrument
panel goes out only when the tire pressure has
been corrected.
System learningThe Tire Pressure Monitoring begins to “learn” the
wheels after a wheel change, wheel transmitter
replacement or update of the tire settings. During
this process, the Tire Pressure Monitoring recog-
nizes the tires and their locations.
The on-board computer displayes the message
“TPM is learning, monitoring not act.”.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring requires a certain
amount of time to learn the wheels. During this
time, the current tire pressures are not available
on the on-board-computer:
– The tire pressure warning light remains lit until
all wheels have been learned.
– The display of the tire pressure function of the
on-board computer shows lines.
– The required pressures for cold tires at 68 °F
(20 °C) are indicated in the Info pressure
display in the tire pressure menu.
Position and pressure information is displayed as
soon as the Tire Pressure Monitoring has
assigned the wheels identified as belonging to the
vehicle to the correct wheel positions.The wheel learning process takes place
exclusively when the vehicle is being driven
(vehicle speed above 16 mph (25 km/h)).
fCheck the tire pressure for all wheels on the
“Info pressure” display.
fCorrect the tire pressure to the required
pressure if necessary.
Changing a wheel and replacing tiresfNew wheels must be fitted with radio transmit-
ters for the Tire Pressure Monitoring.
Before tires are changed, the battery charge
state of the wheel transmitters should be
checked at an authorized Porsche dealer.
fSwitch the ignition off when changing a wheel.
The tire settings on the on-board computer must
be updated after changing a wheel.
If the tire settings are not updated, the message
“Wheel change? Input new TPM settings!” is
displayed on the on-board computer.
fUpdate the on-board computer settings when
the vehicle is stationary the next time.
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Maintenance, Car Care
Fuel Economy Fuel economy will vary depending on where,
when and how you drive, optional equipment
installed, and the general condition of your
car.
A car tuned to specifications and correctly
maintained, will help you to achieve optimal
fuel economy.
fHave your vehicle tuned to specifications.
Air cleaner should be dirt free to allow proper
engine “breathing”.
Battery should be fully charged.
Wheels should be properly aligned.
Tires should be inflated at correct pressure.
fAlways monitor your fuel consumption.
fDrive smoothly, avoid abrupt changes in speed
as much as possible.
fAvoid jack rabbit starts and sudden stops.
fDo not drive longer than necessary in the lower
gears. Shifting into a higher gear early without
lugging the engine will help save fuel.
fProlonged “warm up” idling wastes gas. Start
the vehicle just before you are ready to drive.
Accelerate slowly and smoothly.
fSwitch off the engine if stationary for longer
periods. fAny additional weight carried in the vehicle
reduces fuel economy. Always keep cargo to a
minimum and remove all unnecessary items.
fOrganize your trips to take in several errands
in one trip.
fAll electrical accessories contribute to incre-
ased fuel consumption.
fOnly switch on the air conditioning when neces-
sary.
The EPA estimated miles per gallon (mpg) is
to be used for comparison purposes, actual
mileage may be different from the estimated
mpg, depending on your driving speed,
weather conditions and trip length. Your
actual highway mileage will probably be less
than the estimated mpg.
fPlease observe all local and national speed
limits.
Operating your Porsche in other
Countries Government regulations in the United States and
Canada require that automobiles meet specific
emission regulations and safety standards. There-
fore, cars built for the U.S. and Canada differ from
vehicles sold in other countries.
If you plan to take your Porsche outside the conti-
nental limits of the United States or Canada, there
is the possibility that
– unleaded fuel may not be available;
– unleaded fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. Excessive engine knock and
serious damage to both engine and catalytic
converters could result;
– service may be inadequate due to lack of
proper service facilities, tools or diagnostic
equipment;
– replacement parts may not be available or very
difficult to get.
Porsche cannot be responsible for the
mechanical damage that could result
because of inadequate fuel, service or parts
availability.
If you purchased your Porsche abroad and want to
bring it back home, be sure to find out about
shipping and forwarding requirements, as well as
current import and customs regulations.
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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
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Winter operation The capacity and ability of the battery to store
power decreases at low outside temperatures.
Additionally, more power is consumed while
starting, and the headlights, heater, rear window
defogger, etc., are used more frequently.
fLet your Porsche dealer test the battery’s
capacity before winter sets in.
The battery will discharge more quickly if your
vehicle is not driven on a daily basis over a
distance of several miles. The more often you
drive your vehicle, and the longer the distance
driven on each trip, the more opportunity the
vehicle’s charging system will have to recharge the
batteries.
Replacing battery The service life of the battery is subject to normal
wear; it depends greatly on care, climatic condi-
tions, and driving conditions (distances, loads).
fOnly use an original Porsche battery, with the
correct part number, as a replacement.
fPlease observe the disposal instructions for
batteries.
Putting vehicle into operationAfter the battery is connected or after an comple-
tely discharged battery is charged, the multi-
functional PSM light lights up on the instrument
panel and a message appears on the on-board
computer to indicate a fault.
This fault can be remedied with a few simple
steps:
1. Start the engine.
2. With the vehicle stationary, perform a few
steering movements to the left and right and
then drive a short distance in a straight line
until the multifunctinal PSM light goes out and
the message on the on-board computer
disappears.
3. If the warnings do not disappear, then:
Drive carefully to the nearest authorized
Porsche dealer.
Have the fault remedied.
4. After the warnings disappear:
Stop the vehicle in a suitable place.
fPerform adaptation of the power windows:
Please see the chapter “STORING END
POSITION OF THE WINDOWS” on Page 29.
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Practical Tips, Emergency Service
Replacing the remote-control
battery The battery should be changed when the range of
the radio remote control becomes smaller or
when the light-emitting diode no longer flashes
when the remote control is operated.
1. Using your finger nail or a small screwdriver,
carefully lift off the cover of the key grip
(arrow).
2. Replace the battery (paying attention to the
polarity).
Replacement battery – Lithium CR 2032,
3volts.3. Replace the cover and press together firmly.
Please observe the disposal instructions for
batteries.
Note
fPlease dispose batteries in compliance with
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Index
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OOctane rating ..................................... 166, 167
Odometer .................................................. 109
Off delay ...................................................... 74
Oil ............................................................. 159
Checking level .................................... 143
Choosing the right oil .......................... 160
Consumption ........................................ 13
Level checks ...................................... 160
Level indicator .................................... 143
Pressure ............................................ 115
Temperature....................................... 108
Topping off engine oil .......................... 160
OIL Display and measurement of the
engine oil level ............................................ 143
On-board computer ..................................... 117
Basic settings ............................. 118, 145
Calling on-board computer functions ..... 118
Functions and display possibilities ........ 118
General information ..................... 146, 147
Language versions .............................. 145
Operation, controls ............................. 117
Selecting a radio station ...................... 133
Setting the clock ................................. 146
Switching daytime running lights on/off. 146
Switching on navigation ....................... 133
Tire pressure warnings ........................ 139
Warnings and messages...................... 148
On-board literature .......................................... 2
Operating voice control ............................... 117
Operating your Porsche in other Countries .... 164
Orientation light ............................................ 66
Outside temperatur indicator ....................... 114
Oxygen sensor ........................................... 169
PPaint
Care...........................................174, 176
Data ...................................................235
Parking brake ...............................................53
Warning light.........................................54
Parking light ...........................................73, 75
Particle filter ...............................................172
Passenger compartment monitoring ...............26
Pen holder ....................................................84
Plastic parts ...............................................179
Care...................................................179
Platform lift.................................................206
Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM) .........................................................63
Sport mode ..........................................63
Switching off Sport mode ......................63
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) .......6
Porsche Communication Management (PCM)...89
Porsche Stability Management (PSM) ..............59
Information light ....................................61
Power steering fluid level .....................171, 239
Power windows .............................................21
Practical tips ..............................................183
Putting vehicle into operation .......................213RRadiator fan..........................................71, 159
Radio reception ............................................89
Rain sensor ............................................76, 77
Range on remaining fuel ......................118, 147
Reading light ................................................66
Rear lid ..................................................85, 86
Rear view mirrors..........................................31Rear window defogger.......................... 32, 102
Rear window heating.................................. 102
Recirculating-air button ................................. 99
Refueling ................................................... 166
Relays ....................................................... 207
Remote control ............................................ 19
Readiness ............................................ 20
Replacing battery ............................... 216
Standby funktion .................................. 20
Synchronization.................................... 20
Replacement key.......................................... 18
Replacing bulbs.......................................... 219
Replacing wiper blades............................... 173
Rims
Diameter ........................................... 194
Rim width........................................... 194
TPM sensors...................................... 190
Running in.................................................... 13
SSafety belts ................................................. 38
Cleaning ............................................ 180
Height adjustment................................ 40
Tensioner ............................................ 38
Warning light ........................................ 39
Safety compliance sticker ........................... 234
SC OFF button ............................................. 60
SC+TC OFF button ....................................... 61
Sealing set ................................................ 204
Seals ........................................................ 179
Care .................................................. 179
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