engine PORSCHE 911 TURBO 2014 6.G Owner's Guide

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K – PDK indicator for selector-lever position
When the engine is running, the selector-lever position is indicated in gates D or M.
Warning messages
If the selector lever is between two positions
– Effects: The corresponding selector-lever position in the instrument panel flashes and the warning “ Engage gear selector properly” appears on the multi-function display.– Action required:Operate the footbrake and engage the selector lever properly.
If there is a fault in the transmission – Depending on priority, either the “ Transm. fault Poss. no R gear Drive on poss. ” warning or the warning “ Transm. failure Park vehicle safely ” will appear on the multi- function display.
Transm. fault Poss. no R gear Drive on poss.
– Effects: Restricted gearshift comfort,reverse gear may not function.fAction required:Have the fault corrected immediately at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Transm. failure Park vehicle safely
– Effect: Vehicle can be driven only until it comes to a stop. – Action required:It is not possible to continue driving. Stop the vehicle immediately in a suitable place. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer. If the vehicle has to be towed:Please see the chapter “TOWING” on page 278.
Warning “ Drive temperature too high Reduce load ” – Effects:“Warning jerks” can be felt when driving off and the engine power may be restricted.– Action required:Do not hold the vehicle with the accelerator on a hill, for example. Hold the vehicle with the brake. Reduce engine load. Stop the vehicle in a suitable place if possible. Allow the engine to run in selector-lever position P or N until the warning disappears.fPlease see the chapter “LIMP-HOME MODE” on page 178.
Porsche Doppelkupplung
When the engine is running, the display shows the currently engaged gear.
L – Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge displays the contents of the tank when the ignition is on.
For information on fuel quality and refill capacities:fPlease see the chapter “FILLING CAPACITIES” on page 289.
For information on fuel and refueling:fPlease see the chapter “FUEL” on page 227.
If the vehicle’s inclination changes (e.g. uphill/ downhill driving), minor deviations in the gauge may occur.
Fuel reserve warning
If less than approximately 3.2 U.S. gallons (12 liters) remains in the tank, the warning light on the multi-function display lights up when the ignition is switched on or the engine is running. fRefuel at the next opportunity.
A shortage of fuel may damage the emission control system. fNever drive the tank dry.fIf the warning lights have come on, do not take bends at high speed.
For information on the emission control system:fPlease see the chapter “EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM” on page 225.
NOTICE
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Battery/Alternator
The warning message “Generator fault Park vehicle safely ” will appear on the multi-function display in the instrument panel if the vehicle electrical system voltage drops significantly.fStop at a safe place and switch the engine off.
For information on warning messages on the multi-function display:fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES” on page 129.
Possible causes
– Defect in the battery charging system– Broken drive belt
Risk of engine damage.
The engine cooling does not function if the drive belt is torn.fDo not continue driving.fHave the fault corrected.fPlease contact an authorized Porsche dealer.
Check Engine
(Emission Control)
Warning light
The emission control system detects malfunctions that could cause increased pollutant emissions or consequential damage etc. well in advance.Faults are indicated by the warning light on the instrument panel which then either lights up continuously or flashes.The faults are recorded in the control unit’s fault memory.
The warning light on the instrument panel lights up when the ignition is switched on as a lamp check and goes out approx. 1 second after the engine starts.
The warning light on the instrument panel flashes to indicate operating states (e.g. engine misfiring) which may cause damage to certain parts of the emission control system.fIn this case, immediately reduce the engine load by easing off the accelerator pedal.
In order to avoid consequential damage to the engine or the exhaust-gas cleaning system (e.g. catalytic converter):fPlease contact an authorized Porsche dealer.
Risk of damage to the emission control system.
If the warning light on the instrument panel continues flashing even when you have eased off the accelerator pedal, the emission control system may overheat.fStop as soon as possible in a safe place.Make sure that combustible materials, such as dry grass or leaves, cannot come into contact with the hot exhaust system.fSwitch off the engine.fHave the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Acoustic Signals
A speaker in the instrument panel generates acoustic signals.The warning message “ Instrument cluster/ Park Assist audio fault Service required ” will appear on the multi-function display in the instrument panel if a speaker fault occurs.The speaker cannot generate acoustic signals.fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES” on page 129.
Warning message
NOTICE
NOTICE
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Display and measurement of the engine oil level
Risk of engine damage due to inadequate lubrication.fRegularly check the oil level each time before refueling.fDo not allow the oil level to fall below the minimum mark.
Prerequisites for the oil-level gauge:
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Switch off engine, which is at operating temperature.3. Wait for approx. 1 minute. 4. Select the “Oil measurement” function on the multi-function display.
Selecting the Oil measurement function on the multi-function display
fPlease see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES” on page 129.
Example displays for oil level A - Maximum oil level reached B - Minimum oil level reached C - Oil level below minimum D - Oil level above maximum
Measured oil level
The oil level reading is shown on the segment display in the Oil measurement menu.
If the segments are filled in green up to the top line (illustration A), the oil level has reached the maximum mark.fUnder no circumstances add engine oil.
If the bottom segment is shown in yellow (illustration B), the oil level has reached the minimum mark.
The message “ Oil level minimum reached Refill oil ” appears on the multi-function display.fAdd engine oil immediately.
If the bottom segment is red (illustration C), the oil level has dropped below the minimum mark.
The message “ Oil level below min. Refill oil at once Do not drive on ” appears on the multi- function display.fAdd engine oil immediately.
Top-up quantity
The difference between the minimum and maximum marks on the segment display is approx. 1.8 quarts (1.7 liters).fNever add more engine oil than required to reach the maximum mark.
If the segments are shown in yellow up to the top edge (illustration D), this indicates that the maximum engine filling capacity has been exceeded. Exceeding the maximum capacity may result in blue smoke formation and cause long-term damage to the catalytic converters depending on the overfill quantity and various external influences.
If too much engine oil was added, the message “ Oil level above maximum Consult a workshop Driving permitted ” appears on the multi-function display.fHave the oil quantity corrected at the next opportunity.Please contact an authorized Porsche dealer.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” Select > “ Oil measurement” and confirm.
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Measuring the oil level after topping up engine oil or opening the engine compartment lid
The oil level can be checked after waiting for approx. 1 minute with the vehicle parked on a level surface and the engine at operating temperature.
If the engine compartment lid is opened when the engine is cold (e.g. in order to top up engine oil), the oil level cannot be displayed for a certain time.The message “ No information about oil level available at present ” appears on the multi- function display.fEngine oil should therefore only be topped up with the engine at operating temperature. This ensures short waiting times for the soonest possible oil level display.
Failure
If the oil-level indicator fails, the message “ Oil level measurement fault Consult a workshop Driving permitted ” appears on the multi-function display.
Setting speed limits
If a speed limit is preset and activated on the multi-function display, a warning message appears if the speed limit is exceeded.A speed limit can be used to remind the driver to keep to the maximum speed permitted for the tire type fitted to the vehicle, for example.
Setting a speed limit
You can either adopt the current speed of the vehicle or specify your own speed limit.
Activating and deactivating speed limits
Adjusting vehicle settings
Various vehicle settings can be modified in the “ Settings” submenu.
For information on modifying vehicle settings:fPlease see the chapter “VEHICLE SETTINGS ON THE MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY” on page 117.
Audio Menu
In the “ Audio” main menu, you can select a radio station either from the station list or the list of stored stations, depending on the settings, or a track from the active audio source, e.g. disk.
For information on adjusting audio menu settings:fPlease see the chapter “ADAPTING DISPLAY CONTENTS OF AUDIO MAIN MENU” on page 118.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Limits” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Limits”
2.Select “Limit 1: ---” or “ Limit 2: ---“ and confirm.
3. Select “Current speed” or „ ---“ and confirm.
1. Main menu “Vehicle” > “ Limits”
2.Select “Limit 1: ---” or “ Limit 2: ---“ and confirm.
3. Select “Active”
4.Confirm your selection.
Limit is active.
Limit is not active.
1. Select “Audio” in the main menu and confirm.
2. Select the desired radio station or track and confirm.
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Storing intermediate time
You can store an intermediate time while the stopwatch is still running.
The intermediate time is displayed temporarily on the multi-function display. It is not stored.Timing continues in the background.
Stopping timing
You can stop the stopwatch at any time.
The stopwatch time B stops.
Continuing timing
You can resume timing again after stopping the stopwatch.
The stopwatch time B continues.
Resetting the stopwatch time
The stopwatch time can be reset to zero.
All stopwatch time displays are reset to zero.
G-Force Menu
In the “ G-Force” main menu, the current lateral and longitudinal acceleration forces are shown graphically in the form of a circular diagram. The maximum occurring longitudinal and lateral acceleration forces are displayed in the “ G-Force max ” sub-menu. The values can be reset via the menu item “ Reset”.
Performance Menu
Torque
In the “Performance” main menu, the current torque is displayed graphically as a function of engine speed.When “ Sport” or “Sport Plus” mode is activated, the additional on-demand torque (overboost function) appears as a white area in the curve.
For information on the overboost function:fPlease see the chapter “OVERBOOST FUNCTION” on page 188.
1. Main menu “Chrono”
2.Select “Int.” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Chrono”
2.Select “Stop” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Chrono” > “ Stop”
2.“Res.” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Chrono” > “ Stop”
2.Select “Reset” and confirm.
1. “G-Force” main menu
2.Confirm “G-Force max”.
3.“Reset” and confirm.
1. Main menu “Performance”
2.Select “Torque” and confirm.
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Overview of Warning and Information Messages
If a warning message appears, always refer to the corresponding sections in this Owner’s Manual. Warning messages are issued only if all measurement prerequisites are met. Therefore, check all fluid levels regularly – in particular, always check the engine oil level before refueling.
Warning and information message categories
fVisit or consult an authorized Porsche dealer immediately.
fVisit an authorized Porsche dealer at the next opportunity.
fVisit an authorized Porsche dealer at the next opportunity or remedy yourself.
Red System failure or warning
Yellowfault or system failure warning
WhiteInformation/message
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
Oil press. too low Park vehiclesafely
Stop immediately in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving. Select “Oil measurement” on the multi-function display. Add engine oil if necessary.Do not continue driving if the warning message is displayed despite the oil level being correct.Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Oil pressure measurement faultDriving permittedConsult a workshop
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Oil temperature too high Reduce load Switch engine off and let it cool. Check oil level and, if necessary, add oil.
Oil temperature indicator faultConsult a workshopDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Oil level measurement faultConsult a workshopDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
No information about oil levelavailable at present
The oil level can be checked after waiting for approx. 1 minute with the vehicle parked on a level surface and the engine at operating temperature. If the rear luggage compartment lid is opened when the engine is cold (e.g. to top up engine oil), the oil level cannot be displayed for a certain time.
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Oil level minimum reachedRefill oil
Top up engine oil immediately.
Oil level below min. Refill oil at once Do not drive on
Top up engine oil immediately.
Oil level above maximumConsult a workshopDriving permitted
Visit an authorized Porsche dealer at the next opportunity and have the oil drained to the correct level.
Gauge moves to maximum markEngine too hot Park vehicle to cool down Coolant or engine oil temperature is too high. Switch off engine and let it cool.Check coolant or engine oil level. If necessary, top up coolant / engine oil.
Refill coolant Observeengine temperature
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Gauge moves to maximum markRefill coolant immediatelyDo not drive on
Switch engine off and let it cool. Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Cooling system faultConsult a workshopService required
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Coolant temp indicator faultDriving permittedConsult a workshop
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Engine fan failure Avoid full loadDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Generator fault Park vehiclesafely
Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue driving.Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Low battery Start the engine and run for extended period
Start the engine immediately so that the battery can be charged.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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Low battery Consumption off The power supply to various comfort features is deactivated to prevent the battery from discharging.
Battery protection was active during parking The power supply to various features was deactivated during parking to prevent the battery from discharging.
Battery function restrictedConsult a workshop
Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
Reduced power Driving permittedConsult a workshop
Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
Engine control fault Consult a workshopDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Please start engine manually Start engine manually at the ignition.
Please switch offthe ignition
To prevent the battery from discharging, switch off the ignition when leaving the vehicle after the engine was stopped automatically.
Display of selector-lever position flashes
Engage gear selector properly PDK transmission: Selector lever may be positioned between two settings. Engage selector lever properly.
Move gear lever to position P PDK transmission: Move gear lever to position P before removing key from ignition lock or stopping and securing the vehicle.
Move gear lever to P or N PDK transmission: Engine can only be started in selector-lever position P or N.
Activate brake PDK transmission: Apply the footbrake when starting.
Display of selector-lever position flashes
Transm. fault Poss. no R gearPossible to drive on
Restricted gearshift comfort, reverse gear not available. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Display of selector-lever position flashes
Transm. failure Park vehiclesafely
No selector-lever position is displayed on the instrument panel. Vehicle can be driven only until it comes to a stop.It is not possible to continue driving. Stop the vehicle immediately in a suitable place. Read the instructions in the section “Towing”. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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Drive temperature too highReduce load
“Warning jerks” can be felt when driving off and the engine power may be restricted. Do not use the accelerator to hold the vehicle, e.g. on a hill. Hold the vehicle with the brake.Reduce engine load. Stop the vehicle in a suitable place if possible.Allow the engine to run in selector-lever position P or N until the warning disappears.
Transmission overheated Park vehicle to cooling
Transmission temperature too high. Stop the vehicle at a suitable place, switch off engine and allow it to cool down.Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Press clutch Manual transmission: Depress clutch pedal when starting.
Brake fluid level Park vehiclesafely
Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Brake distribution fault Park vehicle safely Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Brake cooling faulty Brake temperature too high. Stop the vehicle at a suitable place, switch off engine and allow the brake to cool down.Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
ABS/PSM failure Adapted driving permitted Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Wear limit Change brake padsDriving permitted
Have brake pads replaced immediately. Consult an authorized Porsche dealer.
flashes
Release parking brake Pull the electric parking brake switch.
Press brake pedal Press the brake pedal before releasing the electric parking brake.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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Replace ignition key batteryReplace the battery in the driver's key.
Fault of Porsche Entry&DriveHave the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Multiple keys recognized in vehicle Information message: Several driver's keys in the vehicle, e.g. in the possession of a passenger.
Close doors to lock vehicle Close all doors and luggage compartment lids before locking the vehicle.
Operating device: turn left, pull off, insert key No key detected in the vehicle, ignition cannot be switched on or engine cannot be started. Turn control unit back to ignition lock position 0 and remove it from the ignition lock. Switch the ignition on with the ignition key (not emergency key).
PADM deactivatedService requiredDriving permitted
Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Chassis system fault Adapteddriving permitted
Vehicle handling may be affected. Adapt your speed to the changed conditions. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Chassis system failure Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not drive off or continue driving. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Chassis system fault Adapteddriving permitted
Vehicle handling may be affected. Adapt your speed to the changed conditions. Have the fault corrected at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Suspension system fault Adapteddriving permitted
The lateral inclination of the vehicle is significantly greater when cornering. Drive carefully at an appropriate speed to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
No all-wheel sys. Only rear-wh driveAdapted
driving permitted
Temporary failure of Porsche Traction Management. Reduce load.
All-wheel system temperature limitReduce load
Porsche Traction Management is overloaded. Reduce load.
Light in instrument panel
Warning and information message on the multi-function display Meaning/Action required
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