sensor PORSCHE PANAMERA 2010 1.G User Guide

Lights, Turn Signals and Windshield Wipers
103
Rain sensor operation, front windshield
wipers
In rain sensor mode, the amount of rain on the
windshield is measured. Wiper speed is
automatically adjusted accordingly.
At a speed of less than approx. 2 mph (4 km/h),
rain sensor operation is automatically activated if
the windshield wiper is switched on. If you exceed
a speed of approx. 5 mph (8 km/h), the system
changes to the preselected wiper speed.
The rain sensor remains switched off if the wiper
stalk is already in position 1 when the ignition is
switched on. To switch the rain sensor on again:
f
Move wiper stalk to position 0 and then to
position 1
Switch-on is confirmed by one wipe of the
windshield.
or
Operate windshield washer system 5.
Switch-on is confirmed by three wipes
of the windshield.
or
Change the sensitivity of the rain sensor
using switch A .
Note on operation
In the multi-function display on the instrument
panel, you can configur e the rain sensor to
activate automatically when the ignition is
switched on and the wiper stalk is set to
position 1.
For information on adjusting rain sensor activation
when the ignition is switched on:
f Please see the chapter “SETTING RAIN
SENSOR ACTIVATION” on page 143.
Adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity
f Move switch A upwards –
high sensitivity.
The setting is confirmed by one wipe of
the windshield.
f Move switch A downwards –
low sensitivity. Headlight washer system
The washer sprays only while low beam or
high beam is activated.
f
Press button B under the wiper stalk.
After every 10 wipes on the windshield, the
headlights are cleaned automatically as well.
The wipe count starts from zero again when the
low beam is switched off.

Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display
143
Adjusting brightness of orientation lighting
The brightness of the orientation lighting can be
adapted individually.
Setting interior lighting off delay
The off delay for the lighting in the passenger
compartment after closing the vehicle doors can
be adapted individually.Setting wiper operation
You have the option of adjusting the activation
mode of the rain sensor and the rear wiper.
Setting rain sensor activation
Activation of the rain sensor for the windshield
wipers on the windshield in wiper stalk position
1
can be adjusted.
For information on the front wipers:
f Please see the chapter “FRONT WIPER AND
HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM” on page 102. Available setting options:
–“
Automatic ”
The rain sensor is activa ted automatically if the
wiper stalk is in position 1 when the ignition is
switched on.
–“ Manual ”
The rain sensor remains deactivated if the
wiper stalk is in position 1 when the ignition is
switched on.
Setting activation of the rear wiper when
reverse gear is engaged
You can configure the rear wiper to automatically
perform a series of wipes when it is raining when
reverse gear is engaged.1. Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “Interior lights ”
2. “Amb. light ”
and confirm.
3. Adjust to the desired brightness
and confirm.1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “Interior lights ”
2. “Fade-out ”
and confirm.
3. Set desired off delay
and confirm.
1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “Settings ”
> “ Light/Visibility ”
> “ Wiper ”
and confirm.1. Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “Settings ”
> “ Light/Visibility ”
> “ Wiper ”
2. “Rain sensor ”
and confirm.
3. Select desired setting
and confirm.
1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “Wiper ”
2. “Rear wiper ”
and confirm.
3. Select desired setting
and confirm.

160
Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display
System not active
Temporary faultTemporary fault in the Tire Pressure Monitoring system.
Tire pressure is not monitored.Tire Pressure too low for speeds
greater xxx
Top speed for the preset co
mfort pressure exceeded.Tire change?
Update settings The tire settings on the multi-f
unction display must be updated
after changing a wheel.Fault Tire pressure check Fault in Tire Pressu re Monitoring system. Tire pressure is not
monitored. Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist
workshop.*Driving light on Driving light/side light on.Parking light on Left/right parking light on.Example:
Check front left direction
indicator The reported light is faulty.
Check bulb.
Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*
flashesDynamic cornering light defective Have the faul t corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*
lights upAuto driving light control
defective Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Check static cornering light,
left/right The reported light is faulty.
Check bulb.
Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Headlight beam adjust. defective Adjust your speed and driving style. Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Rain/light sensor defective Switch on wipers/ light manually. Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required

Instrument Panel and Multi-Function Display
161
flashes
Fault Headlight controlHave the fault corrected at a qualified sp ecialist workshop.*Headlights adapted for
LHD/RHD Headlights have been changed for
countries with left/right-hand
trafficWiper defective Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Tailgate Close the tailgate
Example:
Door open
Also:
Doors, engine compartment lidClose door/lid indicatedLaunch Control activated Lau
nch Control is activated.Distance! Please brake!Insufficient distance from vehicle in front.Fault ACC Adjust your speed and driving style.
Have the fault on the adaptive Cruise Control corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*Fault ACC sensor Adaptive cruise control: Sensor in the front of the vehicle may
be covered with dirt, snow, ice or affected by adverse weather
conditions.System fault One or more electrical systems may have failed.
Adjust your speed and driving style.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*Fault
Instrument cluster/
ParkAssist sound Turn signal tones, acoustic
warning and distance signals
(e.g. for ParkAssist) are not available.
Please note this when parking. Have the fault corrected at
a qualified specialist workshop.*
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required

178
Driving and Driving Safety
Resuming the stored speed – RESUMEfPress the control stalk up (position 4).
Cruise control accelerates/decelerates the
vehicle to the stored speed.
Note on operation
The stored speed should on ly be recalled if traffic
and road conditions are conducive to driving at
that speed.Switching cruise control readiness offf Press button A on the control stalk.
The memory is cleared and the readiness
symbol disappears.
The stored desired speed is cleared when the
ignition is switched off when the vehicle is parked.
Tip on driving
On upward or downward slopes, the set speed
cannot always be maintained by cruise control.
f To obtain sufficient engine braking or a better
rev range, you therefore have to change down
to a lower gear.
Adaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive cruise control maintains any selected
speed between approx. 20–100 mph
(30–160 km/h) when driving on open roads
without you having to use the accelerator.
If a vehicle travelling ahead of you in the same lane
is detected as driving slower than the selected
speed, adaptive cruise control will automatically
maintain a set distance fr om the vehicle in front.
Adaptive cruise control slows your vehicle down if
the distance to the vehicle ahead becomes too
short and accelerates your vehicle if the distance
increases.
Warning!
Risk of accidents in heavy traffic, in city
traffic, on twisting roads or in unfavorable
road conditions (e.g. wintry or wet conditions
or varying road surfaces, etc.).
f Do not use adaptive cruise control under these
conditions.
Adaptive cruise control will not detect
stationary or slowly moving vehicles,
pedestrians, objects on the road, oncoming
vehicles in the same lane or cross traffic.
f You must pay attention to your vehicle’s
position in relation to other objects and
intervene as needed to ensure safe driving.
f Always keep the direction of travel in your field of view.
Radar sensorAdaptive cruise control uses a radar sensor
located in the middle of the front apron.
Maintenance note
fAlways keep the radar sensor clean and free of
ice and snow to ensure tha t it is fully functional.
For car care instructions:
f Please see the chapter “CAR CARE
INSTRUCTIONS” on page 269.

Driving and Driving Safety
179
Radiofrequency radiation exposure
Information
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance of 8 in.
(20 cm) between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction wi th any other antenna or
transmitter
Warning!
Risk of accidents. Rada r sensor vision can be
impaired by rain, snow, ice or heavy spray.
Vehicles in front will not be detected properly
or may not be detected at all.
f Do not use adaptive cruise control under these conditions.
Warning message
Adaptive cruise control can be deactivated
automatically if the radar sensor is very dirty or
iced up, obstructed , in unfavorable weather
conditions (heavy rain) or when driving through
tunnels.
The message “Fault ACC sensor” will appear on
the multi-function display in the instrument panel.
For information on warning messages on the
multi-function display:
f Please see the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on page 152. Notes
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment
not expressly approved by Porsche may void the
FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interferen ce at his own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Operating principle of adaptive cruise
controlNo vehicle detected in front – open road
driving
Adaptive cruise control operates like a cruise
control system. The desired speed that was set is
maintained constantly.
Vehicle detected in front – driving in traffic
If a vehicle travelling ahead of you in the same lane
is detected as driving slower than the selected
desired speed, adaptive cruise control will
automatically maintain a set distance from the
vehicle in front.
If the vehicle in front stop s, adaptive cruise control
will slow your vehicle down to a stop provided this
is possible within the cont rol limits of the system.
Adaptive cruise control actively keeps your vehicle
at a standstill.
If the vehicle in front drives off, automatic speed
control and distance control can be resumed.

Driving and Driving Safety
187
Traffic situations in which vehicles are
not reliably detectedThe radar sensor for adaptive cruise control
scans a narrow, cone-shaped area in front of
your vehicle.
Detection can be limited or unreliable, depending
on the traffic situation and the size of the vehicle
in front. The system may brake too late or
unexpectedly. Stationary vehicles are not
detected. The system is unable to react to them.
Tip on driving
fDrive with extreme care.
f Slow down if necessary.
A – Vehicles changing lanes/cutting in
If a vehicle is changing la nes or cutting in ahead of
you in the same lane, th e vehicle will only be
detected when it has moved completely into your
lane.
B – Vehicles with a small cross-section/
narrow vehicles
Narrow or small vehicles will not be detected or
will be detected too late.
C – Driving into and out of corners
When driving into and out of corners, vehicles will
not be detected or will be detected too early, or
adaptive cruise control will react to vehicles in
adjacent lanes.

188
Driving and Driving Safety
D – Vehicles with large overhangs
The tail of the vehicle will not be detected
correctly on vehicles with large overhangs,
e.g. lumber trucks.
Warning!
Risk of accidents. Danger of collision with the
vehicle in front.
f Drive with extreme care.
fSlow down if necessary.
E – Stationary vehicles
A stationary vehicle that appears suddenly in the
detection field of the radar sensor, e.g. after a
vehicle in front changes lanes, will not be detected
by the ACC.
Warning!
Risk of accidents. Danger of collision with the
stationary vehicle.
f Drive with extreme care.
fSlow down if necessary.

Driving and Driving Safety
203
Advantages of PSM
– Best possible traction and lane-holding ability
in all driving situations – even on road surfaces
with varying friction.
– The system compensates for undesired vehicle reactions (Ferraria effect) when the
driver releases the accelerator pedal or brakes
on bends. This compensation functions up to
the maximum lateral acceleration.
– PSM actively stabilises the vehicle if necessary during dynamic driving maneuvers (e.g. rapid
steering movements, during lane changes, or
on alternating bends).
– Improved braking stability on bends and on different or varying road surfaces.
– Improved brake function and shorter stopping distance in the event of emergency braking. Readiness for operation
PSM is switched on automatically every time you
start the engine.
Function
Sensors at the wheels, brakes, steering system
and engine continuously measure:
–Speed
– Direction of travel (steering angle)
– Lateral acceleration
– Axial acceleration
– Rate of turn about the vertical axis
PSM uses these values to determine the direction
of travel desired by the driver.
PSM intervenes and corrects the course if the
actual direction of motion deviates from the
desired course (steering-wheel position):
It brakes individual wheels as required.
If necessary, PSM also influences the engine
power or the gear-changing characteristic of
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) in order to
stabilise the vehicle. The events below inform the driver of PSM control
operations and warn him to adapt his driving style
to the road conditions:
– PSM warning light on the instrument panel
flashes.
– Hydraulic noises can be heard.
– The vehicle decelerates and steering-wheel forces are altered as PSM controls the brakes.
– Reduced engine power.
– The brake pedal pulsates and its position is changed during braking.
In order to achieve full vehicle deceleration,
foot pressure must be increased after the
brake pedal has begun vibrating.
Examples of PSM control operations
– If the “front wheels of the vehicle drift” on
a bend, the engine power is reduced and the
rear wheel on the inside of the bend is braked
if necessary.
– If the rear of the vehicle swings out on a bend, the front wheel on the outside of the bend is
braked.

Alarm System and Theft Protection
247
Alarm System and Passenger
Compartment MonitoringThis device complies with:
Part 15 of the FCC Rules
RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation of this device is subject to the following
two conditions:
– It may not cause harmful interference, and
– it must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Note
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio
or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this equipment.
Such modification could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
Warning!
Any changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by Porsche could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.
The alarm system monitors the following alarm
contacts:
– Alarm contacts in doors, tailgate, engine compartment lid and headlights
– Interior surveillance: Movement in the interior when the vehicle is locked, e.g. attempted
theft after breaking a window.
– Inclination sensor: Tilting of the vehicle (e.g. attempt to tow away the vehicle).
If one of these alarm contacts is interrupted,
the alarm horn sounds for approx. 30 seconds
and the emergency flasher flashes on and off.
After 5 seconds of interruption, the alarm is
triggered again. This cycle is repeated ten times.Switching onf The alarm system is activated when the vehicle
is locked. Switching offfThe alarm system is deactivated when the
vehicle is unlocked. Note on operation
f
If you unlock the vehicle with the emergency
key in the door lock, you must switch the
ignition on (ignition lock position 1) within
10 seconds of opening the door in order to
prevent the alarm system from being
triggered.
The vehicle is locked ag ain automatically after
20 seconds if no doors are opened.
Switching off the alarm system if it is
triggeredf Unlock vehicle doors with the remote control
or
Switch on ignition.Switching off interior surveillance and
inclination sensorIf people or animals are remaining in the locked
vehicle or the vehicle is being transported on
a train or ship, for example, the interior
surveillance system and inclination sensor must
be switched off temporarily.
f Inform any persons remaining in the vehicle
that the alarm system will be triggered if the
door is opened.
USA: KR55WK50138
Canada: 7812D-5WK50138