height adjustment PORSCHE CAYNNE 2010 1.G User Guide

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Driving and Driving Safety
Air Suspension with Level Control
and Height AdjustmentOn vehicles with air suspension, the driver can set
five different level steps manually.
The preselected level is automatically adjusted to
suit the vehicle speed.
The height of the car is automatically kept
constant when the vehicle is loaded.
Tip on driving
It is not permissible to drive on public roads with
the car in the terrain or special terrain setting.Note on operation
Frequent level changes can cause the compressor
to overheat. In this case, the compressor must
cool for several minutes before level adjustment is
fully functional again.
Normal levelThe ground clearance at normal level is around
8.5 in. (215 mm) (Cayenne, Cayenne S,
Cayenne S Transsyberia) or 7.68 in (195 mm)
(Cayenne GTS).Terrain levelThis setting is intended for off-road driving, field
paths and forest paths, etc.
The vehicle is raised by around 1 in. (26 mm)
compared to normal level.
Terrain level can be selected only manually at
speeds below around 50 mph (80 km/h).
The car is automatically lowered to normal level at
speeds exceeding around 50 mph (80 km/h).
The car is automatically raised to terrain level
when Low Range is activated.
Special terrain levelThis setting is intended only for extremely
challenging terrain requiring maximum ground
clearance. The vehicle is raised by around 2.2 in.
(56 mm) compared to normal level.
The warning light in the instrument panel
comes up when the special terrain level has been
reached.
Special terrain level can be selected only at
speeds below around 19 mph (30 km/h).
The car is automatically lowered to terrain level at
speeds exceeding approx. 19 mph (30 km/h).Low levelThis level is intended for high-speed driving. Above
speeds of around 78 mph (125 km/h), the car is
automatically lowered by around 1 in. (24 mm)
(Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Transsyberia) or
0.4 in. (9 mm) (Cayenne GTS) compared to
normal level.
When the speed drops to below around 25 mph
(40 km/h), the car is automatically raised to
normal level.
Note
If low level was set manually with the rocker switch
in the center console, low level also remains
active at speeds below around 25 mph (40 km/h).
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ObstaclesfPay attention to the ground clearance of the
car.
Please see the chapter “GROUND
CLEARANCE” on Page 357.
Note on operation
fActivatethe Low Range program and engage
differential locks if necessary.
Tips on driving
fJust before reaching the obstacle, ease off the
accelerator slightly and use the car's momen-
tum to cross the obstacle. This will prevent the
car from jumping over the obstacle and landing
on the following downward slope at an exces-
sive speed.
fAvoid high engine speeds (max. 2,500 rpm).
Water crossingfPay attention to the ground clearance of the
car.
Please see the chapter “GROUND
CLEARANCE” on Page 357.
Danger!
Danger of drowning if water enters the
vehicle. Risk of damage to the engine and
accessories if water penetrates.
fBefore driving through water, check the water
depth A, water speed and the condition of the
surface beneath it.
Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S
Tr a n s s y b e r i a :
The water must not be deeper than 19.7 in.
(50 cm).
The water must not be deeper than 21.9 in.
(55.5 cm) for vehicles with level control and
height adjustment.
Cayenne GTS:
The water must not be deeper than 18.7 in.
(47.6 cm).
The water must not be deeper than 21.1 in.
(53.5 cm) for vehicles with level control and
height adjustment.
fCheck the door sills and rubber seals before
starting to drive.
fDo not drive through deep or rapidly flowing
water.
Deep or rapidly flowing water, e.g. mountain
streams, can cause the car to deviate from the
desired path.
fAvoid a "bow wave" by driving at an appropriate
speed.
fNever open the doors when driving through
water.
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Luggage Compartment, Loadspace and Storage
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Drawer underneath the right front seatThere is room for the fire extinguisher in the
drawer underneath the right front seat.
Opening
fLift the unlocking handle and pull out the
drawer.
Closing
fClose the drawer until it clicks audibly into
place.
Side storage compartments in the
luggage compartmentDepending on how the vehicle is equipped, there
is an additional storage option in the left-hand
storage compartment.
The intermediate base can be removed to
increase the size of the drawer.Opening the storage compartment
fPull off the cover on the handle recess.
Closing the storage compartment
fFirst, insert the cover at the bottom and then
close it until it clicks audibly into place.
Caution!
Risk of damage.
fBecause of the heat, the right-hand storage
compartment cannot be used as such in
vehicles that have air suspension with level control and height adjustment.
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Parking
Front ultrasound sensorsSensors
Six ultrasound sensors in the front and rear
bumpers measure the distance to the closest
obstacle.
– Range of outer sensors
(front and rear):
approx. 24 in. (60 cm)
– Range of front middle sensors (arrow):
approx. 48 in. (120 cm)
Rear ultrasound sensors– Range of rear middle sensors (arrow)
(only in vehicles without spare wheel bracket):
approx. 59 in. (150 cm)
– Range of rear middle sensors
(only in vehicles with spare wheel bracket):
approx. 48 in. (120 cm)
Obstacles cannot be detected in the “blind” sen-
sor area (above and below the sensors).Maintenance Notes
fThe sensors must always be kept free of dust,
ice and snow in order to ensure that they are
fully functional.
fDo not damage sensors by abrasion or
scratching.
fMaintain sufficient distance when cleaning with
steam-jet units.
The sensors will be damaged if the pressure is
too high.
Note on operation
The rear ultrasound sensors may not function
correctly if tires that have not been recommended
by Porsche are fitted on the spare wheel bracket.
If the spare wheel bracket is open, this may impair
the function of the rear ultrasound sensors.
In vehicles that have air suspension with level
control and height adjustment, the system may
not recognize obstacles near the ground at terrain
level or special terrain level.
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Maintenance and Car Care
Exercise Extreme Caution when
Working on your Vehicle
Danger!
Ignoring the following instructions may cau-
se serious personal injury or death.
fThe engine compartment of any motor vehicle
is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not
fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do
not attempt the adjustments described on the
following pages.
This caution applies to the entire vehicle.
fO n l y w o r k o n y o u r v e h i c l e o u t d o o r s o r i n a w e l l
ventilated area.
fEnsure that there are no open flames in the
area of your vehicle at any time when fuel
fumes might be present. Be especially
cautious of such devices such as hot water
heaters which ignite a flame intermittently.
fBefore working on any part in the engine
compartment, turn the engine off and let it cool
down sufficiently. Hot engine compartment
components can burn skin on contact.
fBe alert and cautious around engine at all
times while the engine is running.
If you have to work on the engine while it is
running, always put the parking brake on and
put the gearshift lever in neutral or the
Tiptronic selector lever in position P or N.fIn particular, be very careful to ensure that
items of clothing (ties, shirt, sleeves etc.),
jewelry, long hair, hand or fingers cannot get
caught in the fan, belts or other moving parts.
The radiator and radiator fans are in the front
of the car.
The fans can start or continue running as a
function of temperature, even with the engine
switched off.
Carry out work in these areas only with the
engine off and exercise extreme caution.
fYour Porsche is equipped with an electronic
ignition system. When the ignition is on, high
voltage is present in all wires connected with
the ignition system; therefore, exercise
extreme caution when working on any part of
the engine while the ignition is on or the engine
is running.
fAlways support your car with safety stands if it
is necessary to work under the car. The jack
supplied with the car is not adequate for this
purpose.
For vehicles with air suspension with level
control and height adjustment switch off level
control.
Please see the chapter “RAISING VEHICLE
WITH THE JACK” on Page 192.fWhen working under the car without safety
stands but with the wheels on the ground,
make sure the car is on level ground, the
wheels are blocked, and that the engine can-
not be started.
Withdraw ignition keys (switch ignition off in
vehicles that have Porsche Entry & Drive).
fDo not smoke or allow an open flame around
the battery or fuel.
Keep a fire extinguisher close at hand.
fIncomplete or improper servicing may cause
problems in the operation of the car. If in doubt
about any servicing, have it done by your
authorized Porsche dealer.
Improper maintenance during the warranty
period may affect your Porsche warranty
coverage.
fSupplies of fluids, e.g. engine oil, washer fluid,
brake fluid or coolant, are hazardous to your
health.
Keep these fluids out of children's reach and
dispose of them in accordance with the appro-
priate regulations.
fSome countries require additional tools and
special spare parts to be carried in your
vehicle. Please make enquiries before driving
abroad.
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Minor Repairs
Exercise Extreme Caution when
Working on your Vehicle
Danger!
Ignoring the following instructions may cau-
se serious personal injury or death.
fThe engine compartment of any motor vehicle
is a potentially hazardous area. If you are not
fully familiar with proper repair procedures, do
not attempt the adjustments described on the
following pages.
This caution applies to the entire vehicle.
fO n l y w o r k o n y o u r v e h i c l e o u t d o o r s o r i n a w e l l
ventilated area.
fEnsure that there are no open flames in the
area of your vehicle at any time when fuel
fumes might be present. Be especially
cautious of such devices such as hot water
heaters which ignite a flame intermittently.
fBefore working on any part in the engine com-
partment, turn the engine off and let it cool
down sufficiently. Hot engine compartment
components can burn skin on contact.
fBe alert and cautious around engine at all
times while the engine is running.
If you have to work on the engine while it is run-
ning, always put the parking brake on and put
the gearshift lever in neutral or the Tiptronic
selector lever in position P or N.fIn particular, be very careful to ensure that
items of clothing (ties, shirt, sleeves etc.),
jewelry, long hair, hand or fingers cannot get
caught in the engine-compartment blower, fan,
belts or other moving parts.
The radiator and radiator fans are in the front
of the car.
The fans can start or continue running as a
function of temperature, even with the engine
switched off.
Carry out work in these areas only with the
engine off and exercise extreme caution.
fYour Porsche is equipped with an electronic
ignition system. When the ignition is on, high
voltage is present in all wires connected with
the ignition system; therefore, exercise
extreme caution when working on any part of
the engine while the ignition is on or the engine
is running.
fAlways support your car with safety stands if it
is necessary to work under the car. The jack
supplied with the car is not adequate for this
purpose.
For vehicles with air suspension with level
control and height adjustment:
Please see the chapter “RAISING VEHICLE
WITH THE JACK” on Page 192.fWhen working under the car without safety
stands but with the wheels on the ground,
make sure the car is on level ground, the
wheels are blocked, and that the engine can-
not be started.
Remove the ignition key.
fDo not smoke or allow an open flame around
the battery or fuel.
Keep a fire extinguisher close at hand.
fIncomplete or improper servicing may cause
problems in the operation of the car. If in doubt
about any servicing, have it done by your
authorized Porsche dealer.
Improper maintenance during the warranty
period may affect your Porsche warranty
coverage.
fSupplies of fluids, e.g. engine oil, brake fluid or
coolant, are hazardous to your health. Keep
these fluids out of children's reach and dispose
of them in accordance with the appropriate
regulations.
fSome countries require additional tools and
special spare parts to be carried in your vehi-
cle.
Please make enquiries before driving abroad.
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Minor Repairs
Height adjustment for low beam/
high beam and additional high beam1. Switch ignition on.
2. Switch on low beam and/or high beam.
3. Open engine compartment lid.
4. Place allen key (6 mm) on adjusting screw.
5. Adjust low beam in direction of the arrow.
Changing headlights from left to
right-hand trafficIf you travel to a country where traffic uses the
other side of the road, the headlights must be
repositioned when you cross the border. The low
beam then lights symmetrically and drivers of
oncoming vehicles are not dazzled.
On the return journey, do not forget to readjust the
headlights.
Repositioning headlights1. Please see the chapter “REMOVING HEAD-
LIGHTS” on Page 327.
Remove headlight. Press down both release
tabs A and remove cover.
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Index
Front windshield wipers
Adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity
.................. 112
Changing the sensitivity
.................................. 112
Changing wiper blades
................................... 261
Switching on rain sensor
................................. 111
Windshield wiping plus washer system
............... 113
Windshield, fast wiping
................................... 112
Windshield, slow wiping
.................................. 112
Wiping windshield once (one-touch function)
....... 112
Fuel
Economy
..................................................... 265
Evaporation control
........................................ 270
Fuel level gage
.............................................. 120
Fuel reserve warning
...................................... 120
General information
........................................ 269
Octane rating
................................................ 269
Portable fuel containers
...................................... 3
Quality
......................................................... 269
Recommendations
......................................... 269
Refueling
...................................................... 268
Tank capacity
...................................... 268
, 359
Fuel containers, portable
............................................. 3
Fuel filler opening
Opening filler flap
.......................................... 267
Fuel level gage
....................................................... 120
Fuel reserve
.......................................................... 268
Function keys on steering wheel
.................................. 60
Fuse
Disabling power windows in the rear doors
........... 88
Fuse assignment, overview
...................................... 315
Fuses
Changing fuses
............................................. 313
GGarage door opener
Assigning a signal
.......................................... 243
Deleting programmed signals
.......................... 242
Functional description
..................................... 241
Operating
..................................................... 243
Synchronisation for changeable-code systems
.... 243
Gear display for Tiptronic S
...................................... 171
Gear selector (Tiptronic S)
Automatic
.................................................... 171
Changing selector-lever position
....................... 170
Display on the multi-purpose display
.................. 171
Emergency operation
..................................... 175
Selector-lever positions
.................................. 171
Glasses case in the roof console
............................... 222
Glove compartment
Cooling
........................................................ 223
Locking
........................................................ 223
Opening
....................................................... 223
Switching off cooling
...................................... 223
Gross weight
......................................................... 231
Ground clearance
................................................... 360
Data
............................................................ 357
HHalogen
Changing bulb for high beam
........................... 330
Changing bulb for low beam
............................ 329
Changing bulb for side light
(Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Transsyberia)
.. 333
Installing headlights
........................................ 328
Removing headlights
...................................... 327
Handbrake (parking brake)
Applying
....................................................... 162
Releasing
..................................................... 162
Warning message on multi-purpose display
........ 153
Headlight beam adjustment
...................................... 234
Headlight beam adjustment (automatic)
Checking operation
........................................ 106
Functional description
..................................... 106
Headlights
.................................................... 327
, 330
Adjusting
...................................................... 339
Before driving with a trailer
.............................. 234
Care instructions
........................................... 276
Changing bulb for additional high beam
(Bi-Xenon headlights)
...................................... 331
Changing bulb for additional high beam
halogen headlights)
........................................ 330
Changing bulb for cornering light
(Bi-Xenon headlights)
...................................... 332
Changing bulb for high beam
(halogen headlights)
....................................... 330
Changing bulb for low beam, halogen
................ 329
Changing bulb for side light (Cayenne GTS)
........ 335
Changing bulb for side light
(Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Transsyberia)
.. 333
Changing gas-discharge headlight
(Bi-Xenon headlights)
...................................... 330
Changing to left/right-hand traffic
..................... 340
Height adjustment
.......................................... 340
Installing
...................................................... 328
Operating washer system
................................ 113
Removing
..................................................... 327
Headrests
Adjusting
........................................................ 34
Removing and installing
..................................... 35
Heated rear window
Switching off
................................................... 80
Switching on
................................................... 80
Height adjustment
Lowering the car
........................................... 191
Overview
...................................................... 190
Raising the car
.............................................. 191
Warning message on the multi-purpose display
... 192
High beam
Changing bulb
(additional high beam, Bi-Xenon headlights)
......... 331
Changing bulb (halogen headlights)
................... 330
Changing gas-discharge headlight
(Bi-Xenon headlights)
...................................... 330
Indicator light
....................................... 117
, 119
Installing headlights
........................................ 328
Removing headlights
...................................... 327
Stalk
........................................................... 106
Switch
......................................................... 106
Switching on/off
............................................ 104
High beam,additional
............................................... 331
High Range
................................................... 171
, 173
Selecting on-road driving program
.................... 178
High-pressure cleaning equipment, information on use
... 271
Hillholder (moving-off assistant for Tiptronic S)
............. 187
HomeLink (garage door opener)
Assigning a signal
.......................................... 243
Deleting programmed signals
.......................... 242
Functional description
..................................... 241
Operating
..................................................... 243
Synchronisation for changeable-code systems
.... 243
Horn
....................................................................... 58
Hot exhaust pipes
....................................................... 3
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