winter tires PORSCHE 911 TURBO 2014 6.G Owners Manual

Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display 109
Selecting tire type in the TPMS menu (type and size of fitted tire)
Exceeding the maximum tire speed could result in a tire burst, causing loss of control of the vehicle.fAlways observe the permissible maximum speed of the respective tire.fPorsche recommends obeying all traffic laws at all times to maintain the safety of yourself and all vehicle occupants.
Incomplete entries or selection of the wrong tires on the multi-function display affect correct indication of warnings and messages.fThe settings must be updated in the “ Tire pressure ” menu after changing a wheel, filling with tire sealant or adding air (after previous warning “ Check tires”). Please see the chapter “RED WARNING – “CHECK TIRES”” on page 112.
The new tire type and tire size must be selected even if the settings for the new set of wheels are the same as for the old wheels.
Option is selected.
Option is not selected.
The selected setting appears in the TPMS menu in the line “Tire type” (e.g. “20" (W)” with the setting option “20" Winter”).
Tire selection has only been completed successfully when the following message appears on the multi-function display (example):
“No tire pressure monitoring System is learning” .fPlease see the chapter “CHANGING A WHEEL AND REPLACING TIRES” on page 113.
Information
The message “Action cancelled” appears if the setting process is interrupted.
All entries made up to this point are lost, and the original settings remain in effect.
Before fitting tires with dimensions that are not already stored in the multi-function display, the missing information should be added to the multi-function display by your authorized Porsche dealer.fPlease contact an authorized Porsche dealer.fUse only tires approved by Porsche.
The available items in the tire pressure menu depend on the model type. For this reason, some of the selection options shown here may not be available on your multi-function display.
Exceeding Maximum Rated Tire Speed
Entering Tire Data and Display
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1. Main menu “TPMS”.
2.Confirm “TPMS”.
3.Select “Tire type” and confirm.
4.Select “20" Summer” or “20" Winter” and confirm.
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248 Minor Repairs
Tire life
Tire life depends on various factors, i.e., road surfaces, traffic and weather conditions, driving habits, type of tires and tire care.fInspect your tires for wear and damage before driving off. If you notice uneven or substantial wear, wheels might need alignment or tires should be balanced or replaced.
Tire wear
The original equipment tires on your Porsche have built-in tire wear indicators. They are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as approximately 1/2 in. (12 mm) bands when the tire tread depth is down to 1/16 of an in (1.6 mm).
When the indicators appear in two or more adjacent grooves, it is time to replace the tires. We recommend, however, that you do not let the tires wear down to this extent. Worn tires cannot grip the road surface properly and are even less effective on wet roads.
In the United States, state laws may govern the minimum tread depth permissible. Follow all such laws.
Driving on worn tires can result in loss of control of the vehicle and could cause serious personal injuries or death.fDo not drive with worn tires or tires showing cuts or bruises as they may lead to sudden deflation and loss of control which could cause severe personal injury.fSpecialized high performance tires on high performance sports cars exhibit more wear than those on a family sedan, or even a high performance sedan. Therefore, it is important to check your tire
pressure and condition at least every two weeks.
fIf you notice that tires are wearing unevenly, consult your authorized Porsche dealer.
Uneven wear may not always be due to improper wheel alignment. It can be the result of individual driving habits such as cornering at high speeds. If the tire pressure is not checked and adjusted regularly, abnormal tire wear can also occur.
Tire care
fAvoid damaging tires and wheel rims.fIf you must drive over a curb or other obstacle, drive slowly and at an obtuse angle.fCheck tires for uneven wear and damage before driving off.fRemove embedded material.fReplace worn or damaged tires immediately.fKeep oil, fuel, brake fluid, etc. away from tires.fReplace missing valve stem caps.fKeep tires inflated correctly.fWash tires when washing the vehicle. Also clean inner side of wheels.fDo not use abrasive cleaners when washing the wheels.fCheck wheel rims for corrosion.fRemove road salt, if driving in winter.
Tire damage, puncture
fPlease see the chapter “HIGH-PRESSURE CLEANING EQUIPMENT, STEAM CLEANERS” on page 232.
Driving the vehicle with low tire pressure increases risk of a tire failure and resulting loss of control. Furthermore, low tire pressure increases the rate of wear of the affected tires.fCheck tires – including sidewalls – regularly for foreign bodies, nicks, cuts, cracks and bulges.fAfter driving off road, examine tires for signs of damage such as cuts, tears, bulges or foreign objects stuck in the tread. Replace a damaged tire if necessary.fCross curb edges slowly and at right angles if possible. Avoid driving over steep or sharp curbs.fIn cases of doubt, have the wheel (particularly the inner side) checked by an authorized Porsche dealer.
In case of tire damage, where it is uncertain whether there is a break in the ply with all its consequences or tire damage caused by thermal or mechanical overloading due to loss of pressure or any other prior damage, we recommend that the tire be replaced for safety reasons.
If one faulty tire is replaced it should be noted that the difference in tread depth on one axle must not exceed 30%. Handling inconsistencies may result.fRecommendation: Replace both tires on one axle so that no handling inconsistencies may result due to different tread depths.fPerform a visual inspection if necessary.
Excessively-worn TiresDANGERh
Damaged Tire CheckDANGERh
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Wheel alignment, wheel balancing
As a precaution, have wheels with summer tires balanced in the spring, and those with mud and snow tires before winter. Unbalanced wheels may affect car handling and tire life.Only the specified weights may be used for wheel balancing.
Self-adhesive weights must not come into contact with cleaning agents, since they could drop off.Uneven tread wear indicates wheel imbalance. In this event, the vehicle should be checked at an authorized Porsche dealer.
If, during a trip, uneven running or vibrations occur that could be caused by damage to tires or the car, the speed must be reduced immediately, but without braking sharply. If you continue your trip without having the cause of the fault remedied, you might lose control of your vehicle.fStop the vehicle and check the tires.fIf no cause for the fault can be found, drive carefully to the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
The summer tires of your Sports Car have been specially developed and adapted for high performance. At low outside temperatures (<15°C (60°F)), the tire characteristics change. This can result in noises occurring when parking or maneuvering at low outside temperatures.
Wheels with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors
Before changing wheels, make sure that the wheels are compatible with your vehicle’s TPMS.fCheck this with your authorized Porsche dealer.
Removing and storing tires
fAfter changing, adjust tire pressure and torque wheel bolts diagonally. Please see the chapter “CHANGING WHEELS” on page 254.fStore tires in a cool and dry place. Rotate periodically to avoid flat spots.fDo not store summer tires or park vehicles fitted with summer tires at ambient temperatures below 5 °F (-15 °C).fAvoid contact with fuel, oil and grease.
Tires must always remain on the same side of the vehicle.When wheels are removed, the direction of rotation and position of each wheel should be marked.
Example
FR (front right), FL, RR and RL.
Wheels must always be fitted in accordance with their marking.
The perception that tire durability and performance are not affected by storage and age is unfounded. Chemical additives, which make the rubber elastic, lose their effectiveness over the course of time and the rubber becomes brittle and cracks.
Therefore, the tires should be inspected from time to time.
Information
Under no circumstances should tires older than 6 years be used on your Porsche.
The age of the tire can be obtained from the “DOT” code number. If, for example, the last four numbers read 1213, then the tire was produced in the 12th week of 2013.
Snow tires
The installation of Porsche approved snow tires is recommended.
Use Porsche approved snow tires for grip on snow and ice. Summer performance tires are not suitable for usage in cold, snowy, or icy conditions.Check with your local Motor Vehicle Bureau for possible restrictions.
High-Speed tire Vibration
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286 Tire Pressure and Technical Data
Wheels, Tires
fApproval of tire and wheel sizes is granted based on extensive testing. By fitting tires that have been approved by Porsche, you can be sure that you have the best possible tires for your Porsche.The load capacity coefficient (e.g. “91”) and maximum speed code letter (e.g. “Y”) for permitted top speed are minimum requirements. When fitting new tires or changing tires: Please see the chapter “TIRES AND WHEELS” on page 244.fSnow chain clearance can only be guaranteed with the tires marked 1). Snow chains can only be fitted on the rear wheels. Observe state or province-specific laws regarding maximum speeds with fitted snow chains. Only use Porsche approved fine-link cross-type or edge chains.fYour Porsche dealer will be pleased to advise you about the current approval status for tires, wheels and snow chains.
FA = front axle, RA = rear axle
20-inch wheel FA / RA5 holes and central lock8.5J x20, RO51 / 11J x20, RO56 1)9J x20, RO51 / 11.5J x20, RO56
Summer tires FA / RA245/35 ZR 20 (91Y) / 305/30 ZR 20 (103Y) XL 245/35 ZR 20 (91Y) / 305/30 ZR 20 (103Y) XL
Snow tires FA / RA245/35 R 20 91V / 295/30 R 20 97V 1)
20-inch wheel FA / RA Winter wheel with central lock8.5J x20, RO51 / 11J x20, RO59 1)
20-inch winter wheel FA / RA, 5-holenot for Turbo S,
not for vehicles with PCCB brake
8.5J x20, RO51 / 11J x20, RO52
Winter tires FA / RA245/35 R 20 91V / 295/30 R 20 97V
Installation of sizes not authorized by Porsche may impair driving stability and could result in loss of control of the vehicle.fBefore mounting new tires check with your authorized Porsche dealer for a current list of approved tires.
Improper Tire SizeDANGERh
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Index 291
Changing in car key ..........................................275 Charging..........................................................274Emergency starting with jumper cables ..............273General information ..........................................271Installation position ...........................................271Procedure after connection ...............................273Replacing ........................................................272Vehicle electrical system warning ........................95Winter driving...................................................272Before driving off .............................................................5BeltsCare instructions ..............................................237Fastening ..........................................................37Opening belt buckle ............................................38Safety-belt pretensioners, functional description ...37Warning light on the tachometer ..........................37 Brake booster .............................................................154Brake disks .....................................................................3Brake fluid ......................................................................3 Changing .........................................................243Warning light on speedometer ...........................243Brake pads .....................................................................3Breaking in new brake pads ..................................6Warning message, brakes.................................154Brake pedal ................................................................153Brake wear Warning message.............................................154 BrakesApplying/releasing parking brake.......................151Brake pad warning message .............................154Brake pedal .....................................................153Brake wear warning message ...........................154Break in new brake pads.......................................6Footbrake ........................................................152Test stand ...............................................221, 241Break in hints ..................................................................6Breaking inEngine .................................................................6Engine oil and fuel consumption during break-in period .....................................................6Hints ...................................................................6New brake pads and brake disks ...........................6New tires .............................................................6Brief overviewOpening and locking the vehicle from outside .......19
CCabrioletClosing convertible top .......................................69Convertible top care .........................................233Emergency operation .........................................70
Engine compartment lid ..................................... 26 Opening convertible top ..................................... 68Roll-over protection ............................................ 48Car careAirbags ........................................................... 237Alcantara ........................................................ 237Alloy wheels .................................................... 235Fabric linings ................................................... 237Headlights, plastic components, adhesive foils... 235Leather ........................................................... 236Leather care for seats with seat ventilation ........ 236Paint ............................................................... 234Safety belts ..................................................... 237Seals .............................................................. 236Underbody protection ...................................... 235Use of high-pressure cleaning equipment ........... 232Washing the vehicle, instructions....................... 232Wheel attachment faces ................................... 257Wheel bolts ..................................................... 257Windows ......................................................... 234Car key (remote control)Changing battery ............................................. 275Emergency operation of key/control unit in ignition lock....................................................... 28Locking vehicle door .......................................... 22Unlocking vehicle door ....................................... 21 Car Telephone............................................................. 169Care instructions Airbags ........................................................... 237Alcantara ........................................................ 237Alloy wheels .................................................... 235Car washing .................................................... 232Carpet ............................................................ 236Fabric linings ................................................... 237Headlights, plastic components, adhesive foils... 235Leather ........................................................... 236Leather care for seats with seat ventilation ........ 236Mats ............................................................... 236Paint ............................................................... 234Radar sensor................................................... 235Safety belts ..................................................... 237Seals .............................................................. 236Ultrasound sensors, ParkAssist......................... 235Underbody protection ...................................... 235Use of high-pressure cleaning equipment ........... 232Wheel attachment faces ................................... 257Wheel bolts ..................................................... 257Windows ......................................................... 234Carpet, care instructions ............................................. 236Catalytic converter ...................................................... 226Emission control (Check Engine) ......................... 95
Center armrest Opening front oddments tray .............................194Central bolt tightening torque (wheels) ...........................262Central locking ......................................................23, 258Emergency operation in the event of a fault ..........29Locking vehicle door with car key (remote control) .................................................22Locking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive...22Opening and locking vehicle door from inside .......23Unlocking vehicle door with car key(remote control) .................................................21Unlocking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive ........................................21 Central locking system Functional description .........................................18Changing button assignment on multi-function steering wheel..........................................................................127Changing car key (remote control) battery .....................275Changing wheels .........................................................254Chassis control systemsOverview (PTM, PSM, PASM, PDCC, PTV Plus) ....179Chassis number, position .............................................284Chassis setupFunctional description .......................................185Selecting .........................................................186Check Engine (emission control) Functional description .........................................95Warning light ......................................................95 Checking pressure .......................................................256Child restraint anchorages..............................................47Child restraint systemInstalling with LATCH system ...............................46LATCH restraint system ......................................46Child seatInstalling with LATCH system ...............................46LATCH restraint system ......................................46Prescribed installation direction (depending onweight of child)...................................................43 Child seat bracket .........................................................46Chrono .......................................................................114Cigarette Lighter .........................................................196Cleaning the air deflector ...............................................67Clock ..................................................................114, 124Closing Locking vehicle door from inside .........................23Persons/animals remaining in the vehicle .............22Vehicle door with car key (remote control) ............22Vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless) .22Closing convertible top ..................................................69Coasting .....................................................................150Coasting mode ................................................174
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298 Index
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ....................... 105 TransmissionPorsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) ......................... 172Transmission and chassis control systemsOverview (PSM, PASM, PDCC, PTV Plus) ............ 179Transport (on car trains, ferries, etc.)Securing the vehicle ......................................... 282Switching off inclination sensor ......................... 216Trip counterDisplay .............................................................. 93Resetting........................................................... 93Trip information ........................................................... 105Trunk entrapment .......................................................... 30Turn signal, stalk ........................................................... 82
UUltrasound sensor, ParkAssist ...................................... 207Underbody protection, care instructions ........................ 235Universal audio interface, installation position ................ 171Unlocking Opening vehicle door from inside......................... 23Retrieving personal settings from the key........... 143The vehicle cannot be unlocked........................... 26Unlocking and opening tailgate ............................ 25Unlocking vehicle door from inside ...................... 23Unlocking vehicle door with car key(remote control) ................................................. 21Unlocking vehicle door with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless)........................... 21Upshift prompt .............................................................. 93USB interface, installation position ................................ 171
VVanity mirror ................................................................. 53Vehicle Keys ................................................................. 16Vehicle data ................................................................ 284Vehicle doorLocking from inside ............................................ 23Locking with car key (remote control) .................. 22Locking with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless)........ 22Malfunctions when opening and closing................ 26Unlocking with car key (remote control) ............... 21Unlocking with Porsche Entry & Drive (keyless) ..... 21Vehicle informationRetrieving on multi-function display .................... 100Vehicle settingsAdapting multi-function display .......................... 118Adjusting on multi-function display ..................... 117
Adjusting volume of warning and information tones ............................................ 126Air-conditioning settings ................................... 123Changing button assignment on multi-function steering wheel ................................................. 127Changing the language .................................... 126Light and visibility settings................................ 120Locking settings .............................................. 122Porsche Active Safe settings ............................ 128Resetting to factory settings............................. 117Selecting settings menu ................................... 117Setting date and time....................................... 124Setting units .................................................... 125Storing on person buttons .......................... 34, 143Storing on the key ..................................... 34, 143Vents Adjusting........................................................... 59Opening/closing ................................................ 59 Voice control .............................................................. 171
WWarning messagesTire pressure................................................... 112 Washer fluid Antifreeze ....................................................... 224Topping up ...................................................... 224 Washer jets Heating ............................................................. 86Washing the vehicle, instructions .................................. 232WeightsDefinitions ....................................................... 204Weights, Technical data ............................................... 288Welcome Home functionSwitching on ..................................................... 80Wheel Attachment faces ............................................ 257Central Bolts ................................................... 258Central locking ................................................ 258Changing ........................................................ 258Checking pressure ........................................... 256Security wheel bolts......................................... 198 Wheel alignment ......................................................... 250Wheel attachment faces .............................................. 257Wheel change ............................................................. 251WheelsAdjusting......................................................... 250Central Bolts ................................................... 258Central locking ................................................ 258Changing ........................................................ 254Fixing a flat tire................................................ 265General information ......................................... 244
Inscription on alloy wheels ................................ 253 Inscription on radial tire .................................... 252Overview ......................................................... 286Replacing tires (general information) .................. 249Rim offset ....................................................... 286Security wheel bolt (wrench socket) ................... 257Size ................................................................ 286Snow chains (general information) ..................... 251Snow tires (general information) ........................ 250Storage ........................................................... 250Tightening torque ............................................. 258Tire pressure plate ........................................... 284Tire pressure, data (bar/psi) ............................. 287Tire sealant ..................................................... 265Wheel attachment faces ................................... 257Wheel balancing ............................................... 250Wheel bolts (care instructions)........................... 257WindowsAdjusting after connecting battery ....................... 63Care instructions .............................................. 234Heated washer jets ............................................ 86Opening/closing with rocker switch ..................... 62Storing end position ........................................... 63Windshield washer systemAdding washer fluid .......................................... 224Windshield wiper/washer stalk Adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity ..................... 85Windshield wiper/washer system......................... 86Windshield, fast wiping ....................................... 86Windshield, slow wiping ...................................... 86Wiping windshield once (one-touch operation) ....... 86 Windshield wipers Care instructions .............................................. 234Stalk ................................................................. 86 WindstopClosing.............................................................. 69Lowering ........................................................... 69Opening ............................................................ 69Raising .............................................................. 69Winter driving .............................................................. 272Winter tires Changing tires ................................................. 256General information .......................................... 250Storage ........................................................... 250 Wiper bladesCare instructions .............................................. 234Replacing ........................................................ 224Wrench socket for security wheel boltUsing .............................................................. 257
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