checking oil PORSCHE CAYNNE S 2005 1.G Owners Manual

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Controls, Safety, Instruments
Break in hints for the first
2,000 miles (3,000 kilometers)The following tips will be helpful in obtaining opti-
mum performance from your new Porsche.
Despite the most modern, high-precision manufac-
turing methods, it cannot be completely avoided
that the moving parts have to wear in with each
other. This wearing-in occurs mainly in the first
2,000 miles (3,000 km).Therefore:fPreferably take longer trips.
fAvoid frequent cold starts with short-distance
driving whenever possible.
fAvoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops.
fDo not exceed maximum engine speed of
4,200 rpm (revolutions per minute).
fDo not run a cold engine at high rpm either in
Neutral or in gear.
fDo not let the engine labor, especially when
driving uphill. Shift to the next lower gear in
time (use the most favorable rpm range).
fNever lug the engine in high gear at low
speeds. This rule applies at all times, not just
during the break-in period.fDo not participate in motor racing events,
sports driving schools, etc. during the first
2,000 miles (3,000 kilometers).
There may be a slight stiffness in the steering or
other controls during the break-in period which will
gradually disappear.
Break in brake padsNew brake pads and discs have to be “broken in“,
and therefore only attain optimal friction when the
car has covered several hundred miles or km.
The slightly reduced braking ability must be com-
pensated for by pressing the brake pedal harder.
This also applies whenever the brake pads and
brake discs are replaced.New tiresNew tires do not have maximum traction. They
tend to be slippery.
fBreak in new tires by driving at moderate
speeds during the first 60 to 120 miles (100
to 200 km). Longer braking distances must be
anticipated.
Engine oil consumptionDuring the break-in period oil consumption may be
higher than normal.
As always, the rate of oil consumption depends on
the quality and viscosity of oil, the speed at which
the engine is operated, the climate and road con-
ditions, as well as the amount of dilution and oxi-
dation of the lubricant.
fMake a habit of checking engine oil with every
fuel filling, add if necessary.
fPlease observe the chapter “ENGINE DATA” on
Page 356.

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When vehicle stops: Hit selection Displayed after a flat tire if the system was not informed about
the work performed.
Make a selection on the multi-purpose display when the vehicle
is stationary.
Monitoring off Tire pressure monitoring was intentionally deactivated.
Tire pressure monitoring can be switched on or off on the
multi-purpose display.
Engine temperature too high Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Check coolant level Switch engine off and let it cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Battery/generator warning Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off. Do not continue
driving.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Starting engine The battery discharges if the engine is not running and loads are
switched on.
Start the vehicle or switch the loads off.
Electrics – Loads – Switch-off Vehicle electrical system is overloaded. Certain loads (e.g.
heated rear window, seat heating) will be switched off.
Please refuel
Topping up washer fluid
Oil level monitoring – Failure – Workshop Have the fault remedied at an authorized Porsche dealer.
Checking the oil level
Instrument
panelMulti-purpose
displayText display Meaning/measures

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Maintenance, Car Care
Engine Oil LevelfPlease observe the chapter “EXERCISE
EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON YOUR
VEHICLE” on Page 242.
fPlease observe the chapter “WARNING LIGHTS
AND WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 108.
fCheck the oil level regularly. It is best to do this
when refuelling and before extended journeys.
Warning!
Engine oil is hazardous to your health and
may be fatal if swallowed.
fKeep engine oil out of children's reach.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that have
caused cancer in laboratory animals.
fAlways protect your skin by washing thorough-ly with soap and water.If the oil level is too low, this is indicated by the oil-
level warning light lighting up on the multi-purpose
display.
fCheck the oil level using the oil dipstick as
soon as possible and add engine oil if neces-
sary.
Note on operation
fIf the engine compartment lid is opened and oil
is not added, the warning message appears
again after approximately 100 km.
Checking the oil level
Warning!
Danger of injury. The radiator fans can start
running as a function of temperature, even
with the engine switched off.
Risk of burning from hot parts in engine com-
partment.
fExercise extreme caution when working on the engine compartment.Conditions for measuring the oil level
correctly
– Vehicle must be level.
– Engine must be switched off and at operating
temperature.
– Before the oil-level measurement, allow the en-
gine oil to flow back into the oil pan for around
3 minutes.
Checking oil level with the oil dipstick
1. Withdraw oil dipstick and wipe it with a clean,
lint-free cloth.
2. Push oil dipstick fully home, withdraw again
and read off the oil level.
The oil level must never fall below or ex-
ceed the “Min.” and “Max.” marks on the
dipstick.
The difference between the marks is approx.
1.6 qt. (1.5 liters).
3. Push oil dipstick in as far as the stop.
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Index Drinks holder .............................................. 180
Closing rear........................................ 181
Opening front ..................................... 180
opening rear ....................................... 181
Removing insert front .......................... 180
Driving
Load .................................................. 197
Off road ............................................. 227
Sand .................................................. 234
Trailer ................................................ 199
Winter ................................................ 209
Driving downhill .......................................... 231
Driving light assistant
Light switch ........................................ 116
Driving light assistant, automatic.................. 117
Driving performance ................................... 364
Driving program
Low Range indicator light .................... 212
Off road ........................... 206
,208
,211
Reduced ............................................ 209
Road .................................................. 212
Driving programme
Off road ............................................. 216
Road ................................ 205
,207
,216
Driving systems for off-road driving .............. 228
Driving with a trailer .................. 165
,198
,363
Drop-center rim .......................................... 290
DVD Player ........................................ 179,181
EEasy Entry function ....................................... 35
ECON mode ...................................... 135
,140
Button .............................. 129
,132
,136
Electrical system ........................................ 310Emergency flasher ...................................... 120
Emergency operation
Door lock ............................................. 23
Doors................................................... 18
Ignition key ........................................... 18
Sliding/lifting roof................................ 154
Emergency starting ..................................... 331
Emergency unlocking
Filler flap ............................................ 260
Selector lever ..................................... 210
Spare wheel bracket ........................... 309
Emission control ................................. 5
,8,79
Check engine warning light .................... 79
Emission Control System ............................. 263
Engine
Cooling system ..................................... 75
Data................................................... 356
Idling .................................................. 204
Starting and stopping ............................ 61
Engine compartment
Cleaning ............................................. 269
Lid ..................................................... 184
Engine compartment lid
Warning light....................................... 115
Engine drag torque control .......................... 221
Engine Oil
Performance class .............................. 248
Viscosity............................................. 248
Engine oil ................................................... 243
Change .............................................. 247
Dipstick .............................................. 245
Level .................................................. 244
Recommendation ................................ 247
Temperature gauge............................... 74Topping up .........................................246
Warning ..............................................244
Engine oil level ............................................244
Checking ............................................244
Engine residual heat ...........................135
,141
Entry aid.......................................................35
Switching on and off ..............................35
Exhaust gas
Monitoring ..............................................5
Monitoring warning light ..................70,72
Exit aid .........................................................35
Switching on and off ..............................35
FFabric linings ..............................................273
Filler flap ....................................................259
Release ................................................15
Filling pressure..............................................87
Plate ..................................................355
Reducing ...................................304
,306
Tables ................................................361
Warning light .........................70
,72,110
Warning message..................................95
Fire extinguisher..........................................175
First aid kit .................................................179
Floor mats ..................................................272
Fluids and fuels ...........................................362
Fog lights ...................................................116
Folding wedges...........................................295
Footbrake .....................................................65
Warning light .........................................66
Footwell light ..............................................151
Fresh-air intake ...........................................127
Front seat with memory ..........................33,34

Index
373
Vehicle info ........................................... 84
Warnings .............................................. 85
NNavigation system ...................................... 174
Normal level ............................................... 236OOctane ratings ............................................ 261
Odometer .................................................... 76
Off delay ........................................... 106
,151
Off-road ABS ..................................... 224,231
Off-road driving ........................................... 227
Recommendation ................................ 228
Off-road shifting
Limit speed ............................... 213,216
Oil ............................................................. 243
Change .............................................. 248
Consumption ........................................ 14
Dipstick .............................................. 245
Filler opening ...................................... 246
Performance class .............................. 248
Temperature gauge .............................. 74
Topping up ......................................... 246
Viscosity ............................................ 248
Warnings ............................................ 244
Oil level
Checking ............................................ 244
On-board computer .............................. 80,185
Basic Screens ...................................... 81
Clock ................................................. 101
Collapsible spare wheel ......................... 92
Comfort ............................................. 103Factory settings ..................................107
Language ...........................................107
Level ....................................................85
Lighting ..............................................106
Load ....................................................93
Locks/reduction....................................86
Main menu ............................................82
MPH limit ..............................................83
Operation, controls ...............................80
Settings .............................................101
Spare wheel..........................................91
System.................................................94
Tire pressure .................................87
,89
Tire sealant/sealing set .........................92
Tire type...............................................90
Units ..................................................106
Vehicle info ...........................................84
Warnings ..............................................85
Operating in other countries.........................258
Oxygen sensor ...........................................264
PPaint ..........................................................268
Panic button .................................................17
Panorama roof system ................................156
ParkAssist ................................162
,164
,199
Parking ......................................................209
Parking aid ..........................................34,162
Parking brake ...............................................64
Test stand ..........................................226
Warning light................................65,112
Parking heater ............................................142
Activating the memory .........................145
Faults .................................................146Programming ............................ 143
,144
Switching on and off ........................... 143
Parking light .............................................. 119
Particle filter .............................................. 254
PASM ............................................... 217,239
Display .............................................. 239
Indicator light ..................................... 113
Warning light ...................................... 239
Passenger compartment ............................ 197
Passenger compartment
monitoring system............ 21
,23,27,28,30
Passenger-seat drawer ............................... 179
PCM .......................................................... 174
Person buttons ............................................ 33
Plastic parts .............................................. 271
Polishing.................................................... 268
Porsche Active Suspension Management .... 217,
239
Display .............................................. 239
Indicator light ..................................... 113
Warning light ...................................... 239
Porsche Communication Management ......... 174
Porsche Down-Hill Assistant ........................ 226
Porsche Drive-Off Assistant ......................... 225
Porsche Entry & Drive ......................... 24
,182
Immobilizer .......................................... 25
Opening/locking rear window ................ 24
Opening/locking spare wheel bracket .... 24
Porsche Stability Management .. 217
,220
,302
Deactivating ....................................... 222
Indicator light ..................................... 112
Information light ................................. 222
Off road ............................................. 221
Switching on ...................................... 222