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Vehicle Settings on the Multi-
Function DisplayDifferent settings can be adjusted in the
multi-function display on the instrument panel
depending on the vehicle equipment.
On vehicles with comfort memory, the settings are
stored on the car key or the person buttons in the
driver’s door.
For information on the comfort memory:
fPlease see the chapter “COMFORT MEMORY”
on page 40.
Selecting settings menu
Setting optionsThe following vehicle functions can be adapted
individually:
–“ Display ”
Adapt the appearance of the multi-function
display, see page 139.
–“ Light/Visibility ”
Adjust the vehicle lighting, wipers and
reversing options, see page 142.
–“ Locking ”
Adjust the locking settings, see page 145.
–“ Air conditioning ”
Adapt the air conditioning, see page 146.
–“ Date/time ”
Set the date and time, see page 147.
–“ Units ”
Set the units of measurement on the
instruments and display, see page 149.
–“ Language”
Set the language of the multi-function display
and the instrument panel, see page 150. –“
Volume ”
Adjust the volume of the warning and
information tones, see page 150.
–“ Steering wheel operation”
Change the MFS button assignment on the
multi-function steering wheel, see page 151.
–“ Reset ”
Reset to factory settings, see page 139.
Selecting setting options or activating
vehicle functionsA symbol positioned in front of a setting option
indicates whether the option is selected or
a vehicle function is activated.
Selecting one of several options
Option is selected.
Option is not selected.
Activating and deactivating functions Function is activated.
Function is deactivated.
1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
and confirm.

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Light and visibility settingsThe exterior lights, interior lighting and visual
aids for reversing the vehicle can be adapted
individually.
Adjusting exterior lights
You can adapt the exterior light functions on the
vehicle e.g. daytime driving light mode and off
delays of the Welcome Ho me and Entry functions
in the “ Exterior lights ” menu. Activating and deactivating automatic
daytime driving lights
The daytime driving lights can be switched on
and off (not available in Canada).
Adjusting off delay for Welcome Home and
Entry functions
The off delay of the Welcome Home and Entry
functions can be adapted individually.
Adjusting interior lights
Interior light functions on the vehicle can be
adapted individually in the “
Interior lights” menu.1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
and confirm.1. Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “Exterior lights” and confirm.
1. Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “ Exterior lights ”
2. “Daytime light”
3. Confirm selection.
Daytime driving lights are activated.
Daytime driving lights are
deactivated.
1. Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “ Exterior lights ”
2. “Fade-out ”
and confirm.
3. Set desired off delay
and confirm.1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “ Interior lights ”
and confirm.

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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.

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Available setting options:
–“
Automatic ”
The rear wiper performs a series of wipes
when reverse gear is engaged.
–“ Manual ”
The rear wiper is not activated when reverse
gear is engaged.
Adjusting reversing options
You can configure the exterior mirrors and the rear
roll-up blind to lower a utomatically when reverse
gear is engaged. Lowering exterior mirror on passenger's side
when parking
You can configure the exterior mirror on the
passenger’s side to tilt downwards automatically
when reverse gear is engaged to provide a better
view of the curb.
Lowering rear roll-up blind when parking
You can configure the rear roll-up blind to lower
automatically when reverse gear is engaged.
1.
Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “Revers. opt. ”
and confirm.
1. Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “ Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “ Revers. opt. ”
and confirm.
2. Select “ Lowering mirr. ”.
3. Confirm selection.
Exterior mirror is lowered.
Exterior mirror is not lowered.
1.Select
> “Vehicle ”
> “Settings ”
> “Light/Visibility ”
> “ Revers. opt. ”
and confirm.
2. Select “Blind opening”.
3. Confirm selection.
Rear roll-up blind is lowered.
Rear roll-up blind is not lowered.

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Overview of Warning MessagesIf a warning message appears, always refer to the corresponding sections in this Owner’s Manual.
Warning messages are issued only if all measurement prerequisites are met.
Therefore, check all fluid levels regu larly – in particular, always check the engine oil level before refuelling.Warning message categoriesRed warning: System failure warning
fVisit or consult a qualified spec ialist workshop immediately*.
Yellow warning: Fault or system failure warning
f Visit a qualified specialist worksh op at the next opportunity*.
Yellow warning: Information message
f Visit a qualified specialist workshop at the next opportunity* or remedy yourself.
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required
Oil press. too low
Stop immediately in a suitable place and switch engine off.
Do not continue driving.
Select “Oil level” on the multi-func tion display. Add engine oil if
necessary.
Do not continue driving if the wa rning light comes on even when
the oil level is correct. Have the fault corrected at a qualified
specialist workshop.*Fault Oil pressure monitoring Have the faul t corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Oil temperature too highSwitch off engine and allow to cool. Check oil level and,
if necessary, add oil.Oil temperature display defective Have the faul t corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*

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Failure Oil level measurement Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Minimum oil level reached Top up engine oil immediately.Oil level below minimum Top up engine oil immediately.Oil level Maximum reached Visit a qualified spec ialist workshop at the next opportunity and
have the oil drained to the correct level.*
Warning light on
the coolant
temperature
gauge lights upEngine temperature too high Coolant or engine oil temperature is too high.
Switch off engine and allow to cool.
Check coolant or engine oil leve l. Add more coolant or engine
oil if necessary.
Warning light on
the coolant
temperature
gauge flashesCheck coolant level Switch off engine and allow to cool.
Check coolant level. Add coolant if necessary.
Warning light on
the coolant
temperature
gauge flashesCoolant display defective Have the fault corr ected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Fault Generator Stop in a suitable place and switch engine off.
Do not continue driving.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*Boost pressure display defective Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Reduced engine power Consult a qualified specialist workshop.*Fault Check Engine Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Fault Check Engine Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required

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Battery protection
Consumer switch-offThe power supply to various comf
ort features is deactivated
to prevent the battery from discharging.Start engine manually Start engine manually at the ignition.Start/stop operation deactivated Have the faul t corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*
Display of
selector-lever
position flashesGearshift not engaged PDK transmission:
Selector lever may be positi oned between two settings.
Properly engage selector lever.Move gear lever to position P. PDK transmission:
Move selector lever to position P before removing key from
ignition lock.Move gear lever to position P. To stop and se cure the vehicle, move the selector lever to
position P.Move gear lever to
position P or N. PDK transmission:
Engine can only be started in selector-lever position P or N.Press brake
PDK transmission:
Apply the brake when starting.
Display of
selector-lever
position flashesGearbox emergency operation R estricted gearshift comfort,
reverse gear fails.
Have the fault corrected immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.*
Display of
selector-lever
position flashesGearbox emergency operation No selector-lever po sition is displayed on the instrument panel.
Vehicle can be driven only until it comes to a stop.
It is not possible to contin ue driving. Stop the vehicle
immediately in a suitable place.
Read the instructions in the se ction “Towing”. Have the vehicle
towed to a qualified specialist workshop.
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required

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Fault TransmissionHave the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Gearbox
temperature too high “Warning jerks” can be felt when driving off and the engine
power may be restricted.
Do not hold the vehicle with the accelerator on a hill, for
example. Hold the vehicle with
the brake. Reduce engine load.
Stop the vehicle in a suitable plac e if possible. Allow the engine
to run in selector-lever posi tion P or N until the warning
disappears.Press clutch Manual transmission:
Depress clutch pedal when starting.Warning Brake fluid level Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*Warning Brake force distribution Stop immediately in a suitable place. Do not continue driving.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*ABS failure Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Brake pad worn Have brake pads replaced immediately.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.*
flashesRelease electric parking brake Pull the electric parking brake switchPress brake pedal.Press the brake pedal before releasing the electric parking
brake.Fault Electric parking brake Have the fault co rrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required

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flashes
Emergency brake function Emergency braking function of the electric parking brake active.PSM failureHave the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*PSM off Porsche Stability Management was switched off.PSM on Porsche Stability Management was switched on.Fault All-wheel dr. system
PSM on Porsche Traction Management is overloaded. Reduce load.
Contact a qualified specialist workshop if the fault persists.*All-wheel dr. system overloaded Porsche
Traction Management is overloaded.
Reduce load.Fault All-wheel dr. Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Sport mode error Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Sport mode not available Have the fault co rrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Spoiler failureDriving stability is impaired. Adjust your driving style.
Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Sunroof not closed fully Close the sunroof.
Warning light
for fuel gauge
indicator
lights upMind remaining distance Refuel at the next opportunity.
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required

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Fault Fuel indicatorHave the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Check fuel tank cap Position tank cap correctly and screw on until it locks securely.Refill washer fluidFasten seat belt All vehicle occupants must fasten their seat belts.Air bag warning light failure Have the fault co rrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Steering locked The steering wheel lock is faulty.
Have the fault corrected at a q ualified specialist workshop.*Relieve steering Relieve the steering lock by turning the steering wheel to the left
or right.Heated steering wheel on Steering wheel heating is switched onHeated steering wheel off Steering wheel heating is switched offCheck steering oil level For vehicles with PDCC:
Power steering fluid level too low.
Please visit a qualified specialist workshop.*Ignition key not removedIgnition lock fault Have the fault corrected at a qualified specialist workshop.*Key not recognized Make sure that you have the car key with you.Ignition lock faulty Have the fault corrected at a qua lified specialist workshop.*Replace ignition key battery Repla ce the battery in the car key.
Light in
instrument
panel
Warning message on multi-function
display Meaning/Action required