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Instrument Panel Canada Models Also refer to the corresponding chapter in
the Owner’s Manual.
1 Speedometer with analogue display
2 Turn signal indicator light, left
3 Tachometer
4 High beam indicator light
5 Turn signal indicator light, right
6 ABS warning light
7 Cooling system
Temperature gauge, warning light
8Fuel
Level gauge, warning light
9 Adjusting button for instrument illumination
and trip counter
10 Odometer and daily trip mileage display
11 Automatic speed control indicator light
12 Light sensor for instrument illumination13 Airbag warning light
14 Emission control warning light (Check Engine)
15 Central warning light
16 On-board computer display
17 Porsche Stability Management
Multifunctional PSM light
18 Brake warning light
19 Safety belt warning light
20 Tiptronic indicator
21 Clock and outside temperature display
22 Adjustment button for clockWhen the ignition is switched on, the warning
lights light up for a lamp check.
Note
Warnings that have been given are stored in the
appropriate control unit memory and can be read
out at an authorized Porsche dealer.
This information can help to warn you about situa-
tions which may be hazardous to you or your car.

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A- Adjustment button for instrument illumination and
trip counter Indicates automatic speed control readiness.
Instrument Illumination The illumination is automatically adjusted to the
ambient brightness by the light sensor in the
tachometer.
In addition, when the car lights are switched on,
the instrument and switch symbol brightness can
be manually adjusted.
Warning!
Risk of an accident, personal injury and loss
of control.
fDo not reach through the steering-wheel spokes while driving.
Automatic Speed Control
Indicator light
Dimming instrument illumination
fTurn adjustment button A in the appropriate di-
rection and hold it until the desired brightness
has been reached.
The chosen level of brightness is indicated by
a bar display in the display field of the on-board
computer.
Boxster S
The scales are dimmed depending on the ambient
brightness by the light sensor.

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Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolu-
tions per minute (rpm).
The beginning of the red marks at the right end of
the scale indicates the maximum permissible en-
gine rpm.
A speed limiter prevents the engine from being
overrevved during acceleration. Before reaching
this area, the next higher gear should be select-
ed.
Shift to the next lower gear when the engine rpm
drops below 1,500 rpm.
Caution!
To avoid severe engine damage.
fAlways observe the engine rpm before down-
shifting to a lower gear, so you do not exceed the maximum engine rpm. Flashes in synchronism with the turn signals.
Left arrow – left turn signals
Right arrow – right turn signals
fIf the frequency of the display becomes notice-
ably faster, check the operation of the turn sig-
nals.
Indicator light Lights when high beam or headlight flasher is
switched on.
The indicator light goes out when the high beams
are switched off.
Turn Signal Indicator Light
High Beam

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Temperature gauge (ignition on) USA: Display in °F
Canada: Display in °C
Pointer to the left – engine cold
fAvoid high engine speeds and heavy engine
loading. Pointer in the middle – normal operating tem-
perature
The pointer may move up to the red area when en-
gine is heavily loaded and outside temperature is
high, but should return to “normal” when engine
load is reduced.
Warning light “A” If the coolant temperature is too high, the warn-
ing light comes on.
Additionally, a warning is displayed in the on-board
computer.
fPull off the road, turn off the engine and allow
to cool.
fCheck radiator and air passages in front end of
car for obstructions.
fCheck coolant level.
If necessary, add coolant and have fault reme-
died at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Please observe the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL”
on Page 170.
Note
To prevent excessive temperatures, the cooling-
air passages must not be restricted by coverings
(e.g. films, “stone guards”). If the coolant level is too low, the warning light
flashes.
Additionally, a warning is displayed in the on-board
computer.
fSwitch engine off and allow to cool.
fAdd coolant.
fHave the cause of the fault remedied at an au-
thorized Porsche dealer.
Please observe the chapter “COOLANT LEVEL”
on Page 170.
Caution!
Risk of engine damage.
fIf the warning lights come on even though cool-
ant level is correct, do not continue driving.
fHave the fault remedied at the nearest authorized Porsche dealer.
Engine compartment blower fan In addition, this warning light flashes to indicate a
fault in the engine compartment blower fan.
fHave the cause of the fault remedied at an
authorized Porsche dealer.
Cooling System

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Check left/right dipped beam (low
beam)
also applies to:
front side lights, direction indicator,
high beam, fog lights, side indicator
light, brake light, tail light, rear fog
light, reversing light, raised brake
light, side markerThe reported light is faulty. Check bulb.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Daytime
driving lights offDaytime driving lights switch off when the engi-
ne is shut off. Switch on lights if necessary.
Headlight beam
adjustment faultyHave the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Front lid not closed Close luggage compartment lid properly.
Rear lid not closed Close engine compartment lid properly.
Front lid release
faultyLuggage compartment lid release is faulty.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Rain sensor faulty Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Top up washer fluid
LIMIT
Cannot be accepted
with vehicle stoppedThe current speed can only be accepted for the
acoustic warning signal when the vehicle is in
motion.
LIMIT
30Selected speed limit (e.g. 30 mph) for the
acoustic warning signal has been exceeded.
Adjust your speed if necessary.
Fuel gauge war-
ning lightPlease observe range
on remaining fuelRefuel at next opportunity.
Instrument
panelOn-board
computerText display on on-board
computerMeaning/measure

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Controls, InstrumentsIf the ignition key is withdrawn and the door is
opened while the lights (not the parking light or
Welcome Home lighting) are on, a chime warns of
possible battery discharge.
In some countries, differences are possible
due to provisions of law.
Note on operation
Further individual light functions (e.g. daytime driv-
ing lights) are available in vehicles with the Sport
Chrono package.
Please observe the chapter “Individual Memory” in
the separate PCM operating instructions.
Welcome Home LightingSwitching onfMove light switch to the HOME position.
For improved visibility and security when you get
in and out of the car, the fog lights and the tail
lights remain on for a certain period of time:
–When you get out of the car, the lights are
turned on for approx. 30 seconds after the
door is opened. The off-delay time resumes
when the vehicle is locked.
On vehicles with the Sport Chrono package,
the PCM can be used to set the off-delay time.
This setting also changes the lighting period
for unlocking the vehicle.
Please observe the chapter “Individual
Memory” in the separate PCM operating
instructions.
The lights are turned on for approx. 30 seconds
when the vehicle is unlocked.
The lights go out if the ignition is switched on or
when leaving the Welcome Home lighting
If the ignition key is withdrawn and the door is ope-
ned while the lights (not the parking light left/right)
are on, a gong warns of possible battery dis-
charge.
In some countries, differences are possible
due to provisions of law.
Light SwitchLights switched off
Welcome Home Function
Parking lights, side marker lights,
license plate light, instrument illumination
Low beam, high beam
Only with ignition on
Fog lights in addition to parking lights or
low beam:
Pull switch to first click.
Indicator light on.
The fog lights will go out automatically
when the high beams are switched on.
Rear fog light in addition to the fog
lights:
Pull switch to second click.
Indicator light on.

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Automatic Headlight Beam
Adjustment Vehicles with Litronic headlights feature auto-
matic headlight beam adjustment.
When the ignition is switched on, the level of the
headlight beam automatically changes in accor-
dance with the vehicle load.
The level of the headlight beam is automatically
kept constant during acceleration and braking.
Checking operation
1. Switch the low beam on.
2. Switch ignition on.
The light beam first dips all the way down and
is then adapted to the vehicle load.
The level of the low beam rises perceptibly
when the high beam is switched on.
If these test items are not met, the headlight beam
adjustment must be checked by an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Turn Signal/ Headlight Dimmer/
Parking light / Flasher Lever Turn signals, low beam and high beam are ready
for operation when the ignition is on.
1– Turn signal left
2– Turn signal right
3–High beam
4– Headlight flasher
Lever in center position–Low beam
When high beam and headlight flasher are selec-
ted, the blue indicator light in the tachometer is lit.
The turn signal lever turns off automatically when
the steering wheel is straightened out after com-
pleting a turn.
Lane changer fTo indicate your intention when changing lanes
on the freeway, slightly lift or depress the lever
to the resistance point.
The lever will return to the OFF position when
released.
fIf the frequency of the display becomes notice-
able faster, check the operation of the turn si-
gnal bulbs. Headlight flasher (With ignition on or off)
fTo flash the headlights to oncomming moto-
rists, slightly pull the lever toward the steering
wheel and then release it.
The blue indicator light in the tachometer will
go on/off as you pull/release the lever. Parking lightThe parking light can only be switched on when
the ignition is switched off.
fMove the lever up or down to switch on the
right or left parking light.

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Windshield Wiper / Washer Lever
Warning!
Danger of injury when the windshield wipers
operate unintentionally.
Risk of damage to the windshield and wiper
system.
fAvoid running the wiper blades over a dry wind-
shield to prevent scratching the glass. Spray
washer fluid on the windshield first.
A scratched windshield will reduce visibility.
fAlways loosen wiper blades from frozen glass
before operating wipers to prevent damage to
the wiper motor or blades. fAlways switch off windshield wipers in car
wash to prevent them wiping unintentionally
(intermittent or sensor operation).
fAlways switch off windshield wipers before
cleaning the windshield to avoid unintentional
operation (intermittent or sensor operation).
fDo not operate the headlight washer in car
washes.
fDo not operate headlight washer when it is
frozen.
Wiper and headlight washer system0 – Windshield wipers off
1 – Rain sensor operation for front
windshield wipers
fMove wiper lever upwards to the first click.
Please observe the chapter “RAIN SENSOR” on
Page 111.
2 – Windshield wipers slow
fMove wiper lever upwards to the second click.
3 – Windshield wipers fast
fMove wiper lever upwards to the third click.
4 – Front windshield wiper – one-touch oper-
ation:
fMove wiper lever downwards. The windshield
wipers wipe once.5 – Windshield wipers and washer system:
fPull wiper lever towards the steering wheel.
The washer system sprays and wipes while the
lever is pulled towards the steering wheel.
When the wiper lever is released, a few drying
wipes are executed.
A - Headlight washer (Vehicles with Bi-Xenon
headlights):
The washer sprays only while low beam or high
beam is switched on.
fBriefly push button A to operate headlight
washer system.
fIf heavily soiled, repeat wash.
The headlight washer system automatically sprays
once for every ten times the front windshield
washer system is operated.
Note
The windshield washer nozzles are heated
when the ignition is on, as a precaution against
freezing.

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Defrost windshieldfPress button B (switch on or off).
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
The windshield is demisted or defrosted as
quickly as possible.
Air flows to the windshield only.Circulating-air mode
Warning!
Risk of accident due to hampered vision.
In circulating-air mode, the windows may
mist up.
fOnly select circulating-air mode for short
periods.
fIf the windows mist up, switch air-circulation
mode off immediately by pressing the
air-circulation button again and selecting the “Defrost windshield” function.
Switching circulating-air mode on or off
fPress circulating-air button C.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
The outside-air supply is interrupted and only
the inside air is circulated.
ECO – switching the air-conditioning
compressor on and offThe air conditioning compressor switches off
automatically at temperatures below approx.
37°F/3°C and cannot be switched on, even
manually.
Whenever outside temperatures exceed approx.
37°F/3°C, the air-conditioning compressor can be
switched on or off manually.
The compressor can be switched off manuall to
save fuel.
fPress ECO button E.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
The compressor is switched off.
fIf the interior temperature is too high, switch
on the compressor again.
To dry incoming air in damp weather, do not
switch off the air-conditioning compressor.
This prevents misting of windows.AC max operationIn AC max operation, the interior of your vehicle is
cooled as quickly as possible.
fPress AC max button H.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
Air distributionThe individual air distributions can be combined as
desired.
If an air distribution is not selected, no symbol
appears in the display panel. Air flows then from
all vents as well as to the windshield.
Recommended setting in Summer –
Air distribution to central and side vents
Recommended setting in Winter –
Air distribution to footwell and windshield
Air distribution to footwell
fPress button I.
The selection appears on the display panel.
The air flows to the footwell.
Air distribution to center and side vents
fPress button J.
The selection appears on the display panel.
The air flows from the central and side vents.
Vents must be open.
Air distribution to windshield
fPress button K.
The selection appears on the display panel.
The air flows to the windshield.

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Setting temperaturefPress button H upwards or downwards
respectively.
To suit personal comfort, the interior temperature
can be adjusted between 61°F and 85°F/16°C
and 29.5°C.
Recommendation: 72°F/22 °C.
If “LO” or “HI” appears on the display, the system
is operating at maximum cooling or heating
power.
Automatic control is no longer active.
Note
If the preselected temperature is changed, the
blower speed can increase automatically in
automatic mode.
The desired temperature is reached more quickly
this way.
Sensors
To avoid affecting the performance of the air-
conditioning system:
fDo not cover the sun sensor on the instrument
panel or the temperature sensor D.
Defrost windshieldfPress button B (switch on or off).
The windshield is demisted or defrosted as
quickly as possible.
Air flows to the windshield only.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.ECO – switching the air-conditioning
compressor on and offThe air conditioning compressor switches off
automatically at temperatures below approx.
37°F/3°C and cannot be switched on, even
manually.
Whenever outside temperatures exceed approx.
37°F/3°C, the air-conditioning compressor is
always switched on in automatic mode.
The compressor can be switched off manually to
save fuel, but control comfort is then limited:
fPress ECO button E.
The compressor is switched off.
The light-emitting diode in the button lights up.
fIf the interior temperature is too high, switch
compressor back on or press AUTO button.
To dry incoming air in damp weather, do not
switch off the air-conditioning compressor.
This prevents misting of windows.
Adjusting blower speedfPress button M upwards or downwards
respectively.
The preset blower speed is increased or
decreased.
The speeds are indicated by a bar display.
The compressor is switched off at low blower
speeds.
If the button is pressed downwards at the lowest
blower stage, the blower and automatic control
are switched off. “OFF” will appear on the display
field.
Pressing the button upwards or pressing the
AUTO button switches the blower and automatic
control back on again.Circulating-air mode
Warning!
Risk of accident due to hampered vision.
In circulating-air mode, the windows may
mist up.
fOnly select circulating-air mode for short
periods.
fIf the windows mist up, switch air-circulation
mode by pressing the air-circulation button
again and selecting the “Defrost windshield” function.