PORSCHE BOXSTER S 2011 2.G Information Manual

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Leather package.
You may have thought the interior of
your new Boxster couldn’t be any more
st ylish, but the optional leather package
en hances its overall appeal by adding a
leather finish to the instrument cowl, cen -
tre console storage compartment lid,
seat centres, side bolsters and headrests,
the door armrests and door pulls. With the
leather package, all of these feature

a silver- coloured trim strip, which

accentuates the dynamic and sweeping
design of the interior.
You have a choice bet ween a minimalist
single-tone interior, with one of the
standard colours Black, Platinum Grey,
Luxor Beige or Yachting Blue, and a t wo -tone combination of Agate Grey

and Pebble Grey
1) or, exclusively available
for the leather package, Agate Grey and
Lime Gold. The features in leather (on the
seats, only the seat centres) are finished
in the contrasting colour.
Instruments.
The powerful performance of the new
Boxster models may be indescribable, but
it can be measured. The three circular
instruments give you all the information
you need. The rev counter with digital
speedometer is positioned in the centre.
In the Boxster S, the dial face is alumini -
um-coloured; in the Boxster, it is finished in minimalist black. The instrument on the
left contains the analogue speedometer
with digital trip meter and total distance
d isp lay.
A new feature of the right-hand circular
instrument is the high-resolution 4.6-inch
TFT colour screen. It provides you with

a continuous stream of data from the on-board computer, reminds you of

your selected communication and audio
set tings, enables you to customise
vehicle settings, delivers various warn -
ings, including alerts from the optional
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system
and in conjunction with the optional PCM,
displays the navigation system map.
1 Leather package in Agate Grey and Lime Gold
2 Boxster instruments
3 Boxster S instruments
1) Additionally available from 07/2012 at the earliest: t wo -tone combination of Agate Grey and Amber Orange.

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Steering wheels.
Where your journey takes you is in
your hands. For this reason, all available
steering wheels feature a high-grip
rim in smooth-finish leather and offer
outstanding ergonomics. The reach from
the steering wheel to the gear lever is
short for sport y and fast gear changes.
In combination with the optional fully
electric seats, the steering wheel is also
electrically adjustable and for even more
convenience, a memory function is
included.
Sports steering wheel.
The three-spoke sports steering wheel is
fit ted as standard and offers up to 40 mm
of adjustment for both height and reach.
The steering wheel rim is upholstered in
smooth-finish leather. In conjunction with
optional PDK, the steering wheel features
t wo ergonomic switches. One press with the thumb and PDK shifts up. One pull
with the index finger and PDK shifts down.
Either the right or left hand can be used.
With the optional Sport Chrono Package
and PDK, there is an additional display
above the airbag module. It tells you
whether the SPORT, SPORT PLUS and
Launch Control functions are activated.
The optional multifunction steering wheel
provides extra operating comfort with

four function but tons and t wo thumb -
wheels for convenient operation of many
audio, telephone and navigation functions. SportDesign steering wheel.
Visually, the optional SportDesign steering
wheel is distinguished by its st ylish twin-
spoke design. It ’s in safe hands, even on
the sportiest of drives. In conjunction with PDK, the steering
wheel features t wo gearshift paddles.
Made from a strong alloy, they are ergo
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nomically located behind the right and left
steering wheel spokes. Pull the right-hand
paddle and PDK shifts up. Pull the left-
hand paddle and PDK shifts down.
When combined with the optional Sport
Chrono Package and PDK, the steering
wheel has an additional display in the
left- and right-hand spokes to indicate
whether the SPORT, SPORT PLUS and
Launch Control functions are activated.

Steering wheel heating.
For extra comfort on those cold days, a
heating function is available as an option
for the sports steering wheel and the
multifunction steering wheel. The heating
is activated by a separate control but ton
on the steering wheel and the rim is
warmed to a pleasant temperature. Cold weather should never be a reason to

prevent you from enjoying your open-top
driving experience.
1 SportDesign steering wheel
2 Sports steering wheel
3 Multifunction steering wheel
4 SportDesign steering wheel with gearshif t
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Sports seats.
The standard Sports seats are comforta
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ble and provide support even during
performance driving. The seat centres
are finished in Alcantara, a material
renowned in motorsport for its durability.
The seats are equipped as standard with
electric backrest adjustment and manual
height and fore/aft adjustment.
Sports seats Plus.
The optional Sports seats Plus are uphol -
stered in smooth -finish leather. The side
bolsters of the seat squab and backrest
are more prominently defined and have
a firmer, more sport y padding for even
bet ter lateral support. The backrest shell
up to the headrest has a Silver Grey Metallic paint finish. To help you find

the optimum posture, the seats feature
electric backrest adjustment and manual
height and fore/aft adjustment.
Fully electric Sports seats.
If you don’t want to sacrifice sportiness
for comfort, the optional fully electric
Sports seats offer fully electric adjust -
ment of seat height, backrest angle,
squab angle and squab depth. Also electri -
cally operated are the fore/aft adjustment,
four-way lumbar support and even the
steering column. The memory function
supports the exterior mirrors and all seat
positions on the driver’s side as well as
set tings for the steering wheel, lights,
wipers, two-zone automatic climate control
Take a seat.
The seat you’ve always promised yourself.
Seating.
(optional), door locks, PCM (optional) and
instrument cluster.
Adaptive Sports seats Plus.
The optional adaptive Sports seats Plus
are the ideal combination of sport and
comfort. Offering 18-way fully electric
adjustment, the seats can be optimally
adapted to meet your needs in terms
of seat height, squab and backrest angle,
squab length, fore/aft adjustment
and four-way lumbar support. Steering
column adjustment is also electronically
supported.
In addition, the side bolsters on the seat
squab and backrest are independently
adjustable for added comfort on winding
1 Standard Sports seat
2 Sports seat Plus
3 Fully electric Sports seat
4 Adaptive Sports seat Plus with optional
electric seat heating and seat ventilationroads. Also included is the personal mem -
ory for all seat positions (apart from the
side bolsters) on the driver’s side as well
as the positions of the steering wheel
and exterior mirrors. The memory func -
tion additionally supports settings for
the lights, wipers, two-zone automatic
climate control (optional), door locks,
PCM (optional) and instrument cluster.
Seat heating and ventilation.
Seat heating is available as an option for
all seats. Seats are heated in the squab,
backrest and side bolsters.
On request, we can equip all our seats
with seat ventilation (only in conjunction
with seat heating). A slipstream effect is produced by active ventilation of the

perforated seat centre and backrest and
by passive aeration at the side bolsters.
This evaporates perspiration moisture
and therefore makes for a dry and
pleasant seating environment, even in
hot weather.

Child seats.
A Boxster should be enjoyed by passen -
gers of all ages. ISOFIX child seat
preparation is available as an option and
includes a deactivation function for the
passenger airbag.
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Air conditioning system.
An air conditioning system with integrated
active carbon filter is fit ted as standard.
The filter traps particles, pollen and
odours. The ventilation pat tern is wide and
the air conditioning is quiet and effective.
Two-zone automatic climate control.
Two-zone automatic climate control is
available as an option. It provides an
enhanced ventilation effect and has sepa -
rate temperature controls for the driver
and front passenger. The available air
conditioning modes are gentle, normal
and strong.
The automatic air-recirculation function
permanently monitors air quality, reduces humidit y and switches from fresh to

recirculated air when required. Another
function makes it possible to use the
residual heat of the engine to heat
the passenger compartment for up to
20 minutes with the ignition switched off.
Storage compartments.
Ingenious storage solutions create plent y
of space: the lockable glove compart -
ment, the compartment with a power
socket under the armrest in the rear
centre console and the uncovered com -
partment to the front of it. In conjunction
with the smoking package, the uncovered
compartment makes way for an ashtray
with a lid. Other storage features include
t wo compartments in each door, a net in
the passenger foot well, clothes hooks on
the seat backrests and t wo practical
cupholders above the glove compartment.
Light design package.
The optional light design package
comprises dimmable LEDs in the door
panels, overhead console and footwells.
LED lighting in the luggage compart -
ments is additionally included.
‘Welcome Home’ lighting.
The ‘Welcome Home’ lighting function
automatically switches on the LED day time
running lights for a user-defined period
whenever the vehicle is opened or closed
using the key remote.
Water-repellent side windows.
The surfaces of the side windows are
treated with a water-repellent coating
so that not only water but also dirt
runs away more easily, thereby providing
clearer visibilit y even in poor weather.
1 Door storage compartments
2 Cupholder
3 Air conditioning system
4 Two-zone automatic climate control
5 Uncovered centre console storage compartment
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Wave goodbye to everyday life.
But embrace everyday practicality.
Additional comfort and convenience features.

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Exterior mirrors and rear-view mirror.
The new Boxster models are equipped
as standard with electrically adjustable
and heated exterior mirrors.
Available as an option, electrically folding
exterior mirrors with door courtesy light -
ing on both sides of the vehicle make it
easier to find your way in the dark.
An auto-dimming function for the exterior
mirrors and rear-view mirror with an
integrated rain sensor for the windscreen
wipers, is available as an option.
ParkAssist.
Optional ParkAssist is activated the
moment you select reverse gear.
An audible signal gives a warning if you
reverse too close to an obstacle.
An enhanced version of Park Assist also
provides monitoring of the area to the front of the vehicle. Ultrasonic sensors
are neatly integrated into the front and
rear aprons. The audible alert is supple
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mented by a visual warning in the central
display of the CDR audio system or option -
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PCM, which shows a graphical repre -
sentation of the vehicle from overhead.
HomeLink®
(programmable garage door opener).
The optional programmable garage door
opener is integrated into the overhead
console and remotely controls up to
three different garage doors, gates, home
lighting and/or alarm systems.

Anti-theft protection.
Both new Boxster models are equipped
as standard with an immobiliser with in-
key transponder and an alarm system

with contact-sensitive exterior protection.

Preparation Vehicle Tracking System
(PV TS).
This standard preparation enables future
installation of the Porsche Vehicle Tracking
System (PV TS) available from Porsche
Tequipment. The system makes it possible
to locate a stolen vehicle across most of
the countries of Europe. The preparation
package includes a special wiring loom
and a tilt sensor for the alarm system.
Two luggage compartments.
The t wo luggage compartments are
further proof that the Boxster harmoni -
ously combines the spirit of sport with
everyday practicality like never before.
The front and rear compartments have
a capacit y of 150 and 130 litres respec -
tively, regardless of whether the hood is
up or down. The interior surfaces are
carpet-lined and the lids are made from
aluminium. The two service openings in
the rear luggage compartment provide convenient access to the coolant and
engine oil filler caps.
The separate Porsche Design Driver’s
Selection catalogue contains a selection
of matching luggage accessories.
1– 3 Loading options with luggage items from

the Porsche Design Driver’s Selection
(items of luggage from the PTS AluFrame
and PTS Sof t Top series)

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Fully electric hood.
Think a sense of freedom isn’t available
at the push of a but ton? Think again.
The new Boxster models are equipped
as standard with a fully electric hood.
With the engine running, the opening
and closing processes are completed in around nine seconds. The hood is opera
-ble up to a speed of approx. 30 mph
(50 km/ h). When the vehicle is stationary,
the hood can even be operated remotely
using the vehicle key.
The newly st yled hood design blends
in elegantly with the contouring of the
Boxster models. As a key design feature,
it accentuates the new, stretched
side view of the vehicle. The hood flows
backwards and sweeps into the body.
The especially powerful silhouette promises excellent dynamic per formance and

delivers impressive aerodynamics. The hood stows away compactly
above the engine compartment

without reducing the luggage compart -
ment volume. The hood motor runs exception
ally quietly and the modern
soundproofing fabric is robust and
improves interior acoustics. The large
rear screen is made from glass and is
electrically heated and scratch - resistant,
so you can continue to enjoy your free -
dom whatever the weather.

Wind deflector.
A wind deflector is available as an option.
It reduces air turbulence in the cabin and
fits easily to the roll-over bar.
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CDR audio system.
The CDR audio system is an ideal com -
plement to the resonant engine sound
of the new Boxster models. It features
a 7-inch colour touchscreen, giving
you quick and easy access to the most
important functions and menus.
The integrated CD radio features
an FM dual tuner and RDS diversit y,
30 memor y presets, dynamic autostore
and speed -sensitive volume control.
The system also includes a sound system
with four loudspeakers and a total output
of 2 x 25 wat ts. For an even more intense listening

experience, the CDR audio system
can be combined with the Sound Pack -
age Plus (p. 99) or the BOSE
® Surround
Sound System (p. 100) on request.
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) including navigation module.
PCM is your central information and
communication system. It is powerful
and multifunctional, yet easy to operate.
The focal point is the intuitive 7-inch
high-resolution touchscreen. Almost all functions can be controlled with just your
fingertips, although conventional rotary
pushbut ton controls are still provided.
Radio functions include up to 42 memory
presets, dynamic autostore and the

FM dual tuner with RDS diversit y, which
continuously scans in the background for
the best signal.
The CD/ DVD drive plays CDs and
audio DVDs and is MP3-compatible.
Audio playback of video DVDs is also
supported. A six-disc CD/ DVD auto -

changer integrated into PCM is available
as an option.
1, 3 Porsche Communication Management (PCM)
2 CDR audio system
We’ve shown you what rock ‘n’ roll looks like.
Now you want to know how it sounds.
Audio and communication.
A navigation module with high-speed
hard drive is included with PCM. For route
guidance, it is possible to select bet ween
a 2D display and a 3D perspective.
In some regions, even land and buildings
can be displayed in 3D. Split screen
mode enables you to view t wo functions
at once, such as the current navigation
map and a list of symbols that represent
the next navigation instruction.
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Electronic logbook for PCM.
An electronic logbook is available for
PCM as an option. It enables automatic
logging for every journey of mileage,
route distance, date, time, starting
location and destination. After you have
downloaded your logbooks from the PCM
via the USB or Bluetooth
® inter face, you
can evaluate the data on your home PC using the soft ware supplied. The soft
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ware fulfils all statutory requirements
for automatic logbooks as specified by
the German revenue authorities.
TV tuner for PCM.
The optional T V tuner is capable of
receiving unencrypted analogue and
digital television broadcasts (DVB -T) to provide entertainment bet ween journeys.
For your safet y, the T V picture is
switched off while the car is in motion.
Voice control system for PCM.
To get what you want, you like to get
straight to the point. Almost all of the
functions of PCM can be controlled using
the optional voice control system with word-by-word input. The menu item is
read aloud exactly as it is displayed on
the screen and the voice control system
recognises commands or sequences

of numbers, whoever the speaker. It then
gives an audible acknowledgement and
carries out the functions you request.
There is no need to ‘train’ the system.
Telephone module for PCM.*
The optional quadband GSM telephone
module offers convenience and excellent
reception. By inserting a SIM card directly
into the PCM’s integral SIM card reader,
calls can be made using the hands-free
facility. For even more convenience, the
Bluetooth
® capability of a mobile phone
can be used to make calls via the SIM Access Profile (SAP). Once automatic
pairing is complete, the mobile phone’s
aerial is switched off to conserve bat tery
charge and the phone operates via the
car aerial. Depending on the mobile
phone model, this gives access not only
to the numbers on the SIM card, but

also to the phone’s internal memory.
Depending on the phone, it can also be controlled using PCM, the optional

multifunction steering wheel or the
optional voice control system, without
it ever leaving your pocket.
* Notes: see page 116. 1 Electronic logbook for PCM

2 T V tuner for PCM
3, 4 Voice control system for PCM
5 Telephone module for PCM
6 Cordless handset for telephone module
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* Notes: see page 116.
1 CD/ DVD autochanger for PCM
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Universal audio interface (AUX) in conjunction with CDR
3 Universal audio inter face (AUX, USB e.g. for iPod®)
in conjunction with PCM
In addition, the telephone module enables
you to establish a Bluetooth
® link with
those mobile phones that only support the
Handsfree Profile (HFP). In this case, the
GSM connection is always established
through the aerial of the mobile phone.
PCM acts as a hands-free system and you
can leave the mobile phone tucked away.
On request, a cordless handset for the tele -
phone module is also available. Stored in
the centre console, it features a display
and keypad. However, the handset cannot
be used for Bluetooth
® links established
using the Handsfree Profile (HFP).
Mobile phone preparation
for PCM and CDR.*
To enable a Bluetooth® connection for
those mobile phones that only support
the Handsfree Profile (HFP), an optional
mobile phone preparation is available.
With HFP, the CDR audio system or PCM
acts as a hands-free system. The CDR
audio system and PCM are able to control
all the basic functions of the mobile
phone. The GSM connection is established
through the aerial of the mobile phone.
Universal audio interface
for PCM and CDR.
With this feature, the CDR audio system
is supplemented by an AUX inter face
(e.g. for connecting a compatible MP3
player) installed in the glove compart -
ment. In conjunction with optional PCM,
a USB port is included to enable you
to connect your iPod
® or a USB stick.
Whichever device is connected, it can be
controlled conveniently and safely using
PCM, the optional multifunction steering
wheel or the optional voice control
system. Through the USB port, it is also
possible to download data from the
performance display of the optional
Sport Chrono Package as well as data
from the optional electronic logbook.
CD or CD/DVD autochanger.
An integrated six- disc CD autochanger
is available for the CDR audio system on
request, while an integrated six- disc CD/
DVD autochanger is available for optional
PCM. Both support the playback of tracks
in MP3 format.
Sound Package Plus for PCM and CDR.
For sophisticated ears: the optionally
available Sound Package Plus.
With a total output of 185 wat ts, seven
loudspeakers combine to create the
perfect interior sound experience. Audio
set tings can be customised using the
CDR audio system or optional Porsche
Communication Management (PCM).

1BOSE® Surround Sound System.
The optional BOSE® Surround Sound
System really strikes a chord.
Developed specifically for Porsche and
optimally tuned for the interior of the new
Boxster models, it can be combined with
optional Porsche Communication Manage -
ment (PCM) or the CDR audio system.
This high-end audio system comprises
eight amplifier channels with a total
output of 445 wat ts. Its 10 loudspeak -
ers, including an active subwoofer
concealed behind the dashboard, deliver
a balanced acoustic pat tern. In combination with optional Porsche
Communication Management (PCM), the
BOSE
® Surround Sound System enables
audio playback of DVDs and is thus able
to make full use of the impressive sound
spectrum of 5.1 digital recordings.
Of course, you can still play other audio
sources, such as CDs and MP3s, in
stereo or, at the push of a but ton, in one
of the virtual surround modes generated
by BOSE
® Centerpoint® 2.
The BOSE
®- patented AudioPilot® noise
compensation technology uses a
microphone to continuously measure the
ambient noise inside the vehicle and adapts music playback instantly and

automatically so that a consistent sound
is maintained – whatever the driving
conditions.
The result is a balanced, faithfully
reproduced sound and a captivating
360° acoustic experience.
1 B O S E® Surround Sound System
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