Porsche 718 Cayman GT4RS 2023 User manual

718CaymanGT4RS,718SpyderRS
WKD 982 03 B 21 24
718CaymanGT4RS,718SpyderRS
Good to Know – Owner’s Manual
WKD 982 03 B 21 24

WKD 982 03 B 21 24 11/2023
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. PorscheAG is the owner of numerous
trademarks, both registered and unregistered,
including, without limitation, the Porsche Crest®,
Porsche®, Boxster®, Carrera®, Cayenne®, Cayman®,
Macan®, Panamera®, Taycan®, PCM™, PDK®, 911®,
718®, 4S®, RS® and the model numbers and the
distinctive shapes of the Porsche automobiles,
such as the federally registered 911 and Boxster
automobiles in the US. The third party trademarks
contained herein are the property of their respective
owners.
All text, images, and other content in this publication
are protected by copyright. No part of this publication
may be reproduced in any form or by any means
without prior written permission of Porsche Cars
North America, Inc. Porsche Cars North America,
Inc. and its aliates believe the specications
to be correct at the time of printing. However,
specications, standard equipment, and options are
subject to change without notice. Some options
may be unavailable when any particular car is built.
Some vehicles may be shown with equipment that
is not available in the US or Canada. Please ask
your authorized Porsche dealer for advice concerning
the current availability of options and verify that
your vehicle includes the optional equipment you
ordered. Porsche recommends seat belt usage and
observance of trac laws at all times. ©2023 Dr. Ing.
h.c. F. Porsche AG
Further information
You will nd more information in the digital channels.
App
Scan the QR code to download the My Porsche
App in the relevant App Store. You will nd the
comprehensive Owner's Manual in the My Porsche
app under:
eVehicle eDetails eOwner’s Manual
Aer downloading the Owner's Manual, it can also be
accessed oine.
Web
You can access the comprehensive Owner's Manual
at the following web address:
Fig.1: QR code manual.porsche.com
–manual.porsche.com
–my.porsche.com

1
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
About this Owner’s Manual
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG is the owner of numer-
ous trademarks, both registered and unregistered,
including, without limitation, the Porsche Crest®,
Porsche®, Boxster®, Carrera®, Cayenne®, Cayman®,
Macan®, Panamera®, Taycan®, PCM™, PDK®, 911®,
718®, 4S®, RS® and the model numbers and the
distinctive shapes of the Porsche automobiles, such
as the federally registered 911 and Boxster automo-
biles in the US. The third party trademarks contained
herein are the property of their respective owners.
All text, images, and other content in this publica-
tion are protected by copyright. No part of this pub-
lication may be reproduced in any form or by any
means without prior written permission of Porsche
Cars North America, Inc. Porsche Cars North Amer-
ica, Inc. and its aliates believe the specications
to be correct at the time of printing. However, spec-
ications, standard equipment, and options are sub-
ject to change without notice. Some options may be
unavailable when any particular car is built. Some
vehicles may be shown with equipment that is not
available in the US or Canada. Please ask your author-
ized Porsche dealer for advice concerning the current
availability of options and verify that your vehicle in-
cludes the optional equipment you ordered. Porsche
recommends seat belt usage and observance of traf-
c laws at all times. ©2023 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG
Warnings and symbols
Dierent types of warning instructions and symbols
are used in this Owner’s Manual.
Serious injury or death
Failure to observe warnings in the “Danger” category
may result in serious injury or death.
Possible serious injury or
death
Failure to observe warnings in the “Warning” cate-
gory may result in serious injury or death.
Possible moderate or
slight injury
Failure to observe warnings in the “Caution” category
may result in moderate or slight injury.
Vehicle damage possible
Failure to observe warnings in the “Notice” category
can result in damage to the vehicle.
Information
Additional information is provided under “Informa-
tion”.
bPrerequisites that must be fullled in order to
use a function.
eInstructions that must be followed.
1. Instructions are numbered in cases where a se-
quence of steps must be followed.
2. Instructions that must be followed on the cen-
ter display.
gIndicates where you can nd more information on a
topic.
Disclaimer
Apple®, the Apple logo, CarPlay®, iPod®, Siri®, iPhone®
and other designations of Apple are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the USA and other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc., registered
in the USA and other countries. iOS® is a trademark or
registered trademark of Cisco Technology, Inc. in the
USA and other countries and is used under license
by Apple. Android®, Google Play® and the Google Play
logo are trademarks of Google LLC. QR code is a
registered trademark of DENSO WAVE.

2
Table of Contents
Safety and Driving Pleasure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Overview graphics
Driver’s Cockpit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Center Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Control panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
PCM Text and character Input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
PCM Operating Principle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
PCM Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
PCM control panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Overhead console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Opening and Locking
Alarm System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Vehicle Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Trunk lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Garage door opener / (HomeLink®). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Convertible top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Central Locking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Air Conditioning and Ergonomics
Airbag Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Instrument and Interior Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Child Restraint Systems (Child Seats). . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Air conditioning system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Steering Wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Seat Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Sun Visors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Driving and Driving Assistance
Drive-o assistant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Brakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Starting, Driving and Stopping the Vehicle. . . . . . . . 78
Sport exhaust system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Front axle li system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
ParkAssist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Porsche Stability Management (PSM). . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Windshield wipers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Rear spoiler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Cruise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Display and input
Instrument cluster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Porsche Communication Management (PCM). . . 110
Voice Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Warning and Information Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Operation and use
Vehicle settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Device Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
MyScreen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Navigation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Sport Chrono Stopwatch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Porsche Connect
Setting up Porsche Connect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
AppleCarPlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Fuel Prices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Message Dictation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Real-time Trac Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
My Porsche App. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Online Map Update. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Online search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Parking spaces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Satellite Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Weather. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Luggage and Transport
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Cup Holders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Luggage compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Smoker's Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Electrical Socket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Roadside Assistance
Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Towing and tow-starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Brake Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Emission control system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Engine oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Car Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Measurement on the Test Stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Tires and Wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Flat Tire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Refueling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Jack and Liing Platform. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Washer Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Technical Data
Technical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Radio equipment in accordance with
2014/53/EU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Radio equipment outside the EU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

Safety and Driving Pleasure
3
WARNING
Safety and Driving Pleasure
Your contribution
Your Porsche: High performance, great sportiness.
A fascinating experience – no doubt about it. But
only if you can remain relaxed, whatever the situa-
tion. Therefore, for us the best quality also applies to
safety.
Here you can nd out how you can play your part in
ensuring safety while driving your Porsche.
Excellent technology: A prerequi-
site for your safety
Dear vehicle owner, thank you for choosing a Porsche
sports car. No other vehicle embodies such a unique
blend of legendary tradition, ground-breaking innova-
tion, high performance, and sportiness.
Because your safety and driving pleasure are impor-
tant to us, we ask you to study the Owner's Manual
before starting your journey. Please familiarize your-
self with the handling of your Porsche vehicle.
To prevent or limit injuries, always fasten your seat
belts and always operate your Porsche vehicle within
the legal requirements.
Always keep the Owner's Manual in the vehicle. If
you sell your Porsche vehicle, please pass the Own-
er's Manual and other operating instructions on to
the new owner. If you have any questions regarding
the handling or maintenance of your vehicle, please
select 1-800-PORSCHE or contact your Porsche
dealer.
A separate maintenance booklet provides informa-
tion on keeping your Porsche running in perfect con-
dition with regular maintenance.
A separate warranty and information booklet for
customers contains detailed information on warranty
protection for your Porsche.
Improper use of your Por-
sche
Your Porsche is designed to be used safely and ac-
cording to local trac regulations, the prevailing driv-
ing conditions and information in the Owner’s Man-
ual.
eDo not misuse your Porsche by ignoring trac
regulations, driving conditions or the information
in this Manual.
Your vehicle consists of thousands of parts and com-
ponents developed and manufactured to meet the
high demands that Porsche places on technical qual-
ity and safety.
In this brochure, “le” refers to the driver side of the
vehicle, while “right” refers to the passenger side. The
texts, illustrations, and technical data in this brochure
are based on the information available at the time of
publication.
Porsche has always striven to continuously improve
its products. For this reason, Porsche reserves the
right to make design changes, modify technical data
and expand or improve products. However, this does
not imply obligation to apply these changes and im-
provements to previously manufactured products.
We wish you many miles of safety and driving pleas-
ure with your Porsche!
Reporting Safety Defects
For U.S. only:
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which
could cause a crash or could cause injury or death,
you should immediately inform the National Highway
Trac Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche
Cars N.A.).
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open
an investigation, and if it nds that a safety problem
exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot be-
come involved in individual problems between you
and your authorized Porsche dealer, or Porsche Cars
N.A.. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY:
1–800–424–9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC
20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
For Canada only
If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle
has a defect that could cause a crash, injury or death,
you should notify Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. immedi-
ately and may also inform Transport Canada, Defect
Investigations and Recalls.
Canadian customers who wish to report a safetyre-
lated defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investiga-
tions and Recalls, may either call Transport Canada
toll-free at:
Tel: [phone] or Tel: [phone]
(Ottawa region and from other countries)
TTY for hearing impaired: 1-888-675-6863 or con-
tact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada
Motor Vehicle Safety Investigations Laboratory 80
Noel Street Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1
For additional road safety information, please visit the
Road Safety website at:
–English:

4
Safety and Driving Pleasure
ghttps://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation
–French:
ghttps://tc.canada.ca/fr/transport-routier
Note to owners
In Canada, this manual is also available in French. To
obtain a copy contact your authorized Porsche centre
or write to:
Note aux proprietaires
Au Canada on peut se procurer un exemplaire de ce
Manuel en français auprès du concessionaire ou du:
Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd.
Automobiles Porsche Canada, LTEE
165 Yorkland Boulevard
Unit 150
Toronto, ON
Canada, M2J 4R2
Telephone number for customer assistance: 1-800-
PORSCHE / Option 3
Excellent technology: A prerequisite for
your driving pleasure
High-quality materials and outstanding crasman-
ship ensure a long vehicle life. The vehicle requires
care and attention in order to achieve its full poten-
tial. You will thus be able count on your Porsche in
critical situations.
Checking the vehicle for damage and correct func-
tioning
A vehicle with technical defects may lead to acci-
dents, e.g. due to unintended operating behavior.
eRegularly check your vehicle at least once a
month and prior to long trips to ensure it is free
of technical defects. Check for the following in
particular:
–Undamaged tires, correct tire pressure and
sucient tread
–Functioning headlights, brake lights and turn
signals
–Undamaged aerodynamic components
–Intact wiper blades
–Windshield and window glass is clear and
free of cracks or other damage
–Exterior and interior mirrors are intact and
correctly adjusted
–Sensors and cameras are not cracked or
damaged
–Cooling air ducts, sensors and cameras not
covered (e.g., by lms, stone guards, license
plate holders)
eOnly operate telephones or radio devices with
built-in radio antennae in the vehicle with the
external antenna connected. This is necessary
in order not to exceed electromagnetic radiation
limits.
Checking tires for damage
Damaged tires can rupture while driving. You may
lose control of the vehicle.
eInspect the tires as oen as required depending
on use, but at least once a month, for any sharp
objects, punctures, cuts, tears, or bulges. Also
check the tire sidewalls as part of this process.
eIf in doubt, have the tire and the entire wheel
checked by an authorized Porsche service cen-
ter.
eDo not continue driving with damaged tires.
Have damaged tires replaced immediately: Visit
an authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche recom-
mends an authorized Porsche dealer, as they
have trained technicians and the required parts
and tools.
Settin tire pressure

Safety and Driving Pleasure
5
Excessively low or high tire pressure can destroy the
tire and wheel, extend braking distance, and signi-
cantly increase accident risk. If tire pressure is too
low, fuel consumption can increase noticeably and
range can decrease.
eAdjust tire pressure to suit your tires and the
load.
gRefer to chapter “ Wheels and Tires“ on page
252.
gRefer to chapter “Tire Pressure and Tire Pres-
sure Monitoring System (TPMS)“ on page 218.
eEnsure that the settings in the Tire Pressure
menu in the multifunction display correspond to
the tires mounted on the vehicle and the current
vehicle load.
gRefer to chapter “Vehicle settings“ on page
141.
eIf a red tire pressure warning appears on the
multifunction display: Stop immediately in a
suitable place and check the tires for damage.
Do not continue driving with damaged tires. If
necessary, repair damage using tire sealant.
gRefer to chapter “Flat Tire“ on page 237.
Checking the lights
If the lights are faulty, your vehicle is dicult to see
in the dark and in poor visibility. Other road users may
notice you too late, increasing the risk of an accident.
Lighting system components are:
–parking and driving lights, low beam and high
beam
–turn signal, brake and reversing lights
–fog lights
eCheck that all lights function correctly and have
defective lights repaired immediately.
Checking aerodynamic components
Damaged or missing aerodynamic components, e.g.
spoilers or underbody paneling, impair vehicle han-
dling.
eCheck your vehicle regularly for damage.
eDamaged or missing components must be re-
placed immediately.
Adding, removing, modifying and replacing aerody-
namic components can impair handling. This poses a
considerable safety risk. We therefore strongly advise
against this.
Keeping windshield, windows and wiper
blades clean and functional
Dirty windshields and windows and defective wiper
blades reduce visibility and signicantly increase the
risk of an accident.
eKeep the vehicle and windshield/windows clean.
eThaw frozen wiper blades and free them from
the windshield.
eReplace wiper blades regularly, or at the latest
when they begin to leave streaks on the wind-
shield.
gRefer to chapter “Wiper blades“ on page 98.
Service and modications to the vehicle
must be performed by an authorized Por-
sche dealer

6
Safety and Driving Pleasure
Any modication to the vehicle may impair or disable
its safety functions. Unauthorized work performed
during the warranty period may result in claims being
denied.
eHave all service work and modications to the
vehicle performed exclusively by an authorized
Porsche dealer. This ensures that your vehicle re-
mains reliable and safe to drive, and that no con-
sequential damage occurs to your vehicle. Por-
sche recommends an authorized Porsche dealer,
as they have trained technicians and the required
parts and tools.
Diagnostic socket
The diagnostic socket is used to connect diagnostic
devices in authorized Porsche dealer workshops.
External devices connected to the diagnostic socket
can impair vehicle system functions and completely
discharge and damage the battery when the ignition
is switched o (deep discharge). Examples of such
external devices are navigation devices and head-up
displays. Examples of such external devices are nav-
igation devices and head-up displays. External devi-
ces and cables can obstruct clearance around the
pedals or become caught between the pedals when
braking or changing direction.
eDo not connect any devices to the diagnostic
socket.
eDo not place any devices or cables in the driver’s
footwell.
Replacement parts for your Porsche
eOnly use genuine Porsche replacement parts or
replacement parts of a similar quality, which
have been manufactured according to Porsche’s
specications and production requirements. This
ensures that your vehicle remains reliable and
safe to drive, and that no consequential damage
occurs to your vehicle. These parts are availa-
ble from authorized Porsche dealers or qualied
specialist repair shops. Porsche recommends an
authorized Porsche dealer, as they have trained
technicians and the required parts and tools.
eOnly use accessories from the Porsche Tequip-
ment range or which have been tested and
approved by Porsche. For information on Por-
sche Tequipment: Contact an authorized Por-
sche dealer.
Information
Porsche accepts no liability for damage caused by
other replacement parts or accessories. Even if a sup-
plier has obtained a General Operating License for
replacement parts or accessories, the safety of the
vehicle may still be aected.
The use of replacement parts or accessories not ap-
proved by Porsche may also void your vehicle war-
ranty.
Unshielded devices and equipment can cause inter-
ference to reception as well as vehicle electronics.
Load, safety systems, children in
the vehicle: Know-how for Porsche
drivers
With your Porsche, you can accelerate to above
60mph (100km/h) within a few seconds. With so
much power, you should do everything necessary to
ensure safety before driving.
Therefore, prepare for the journey with the same pas-
sion that you feel during driving.
Your life-saver: Correct use of seat belts
The seat belts can only protect you from injuries if
they are functional and are used correctly.
Information
Without seat belts, severe injuries can occur at
speeds as low as 20mph (30km/h). Safety systems
only protect when used in combination. For example,
the airbags can only protect you properly if the seat
belts are worn correctly.
eAlways fasten seat belts tightly, even on short
journeys.
eUse one seat belt to secure one occupant only.
eRemove any bulky articles of clothing, e.g. winter
coats.

Safety and Driving Pleasure
7
eDo not lead seat belts over hard or fragile ob-
jects, e.g. glasses or ball-point pens.
eDo not twist seat belts.
eAlways fully retract unused seat belts.
ePregnant drivers or passengers: Position the lap
belt well below the belly and lead the shoulder
belt tautly over the chest.
eIf worn or damaged, have the belt, belt buckle or
attachment points replaced.
gRefer to chapter “Seat Belts“ on page 68.
Airbag system
Airbag systems can only perform their protective
function if all occupants have their seat belts fas-
tened and maintain the correct seating position. Ob-
jects and luggage must be stowed safely.
eMake sure that there are no persons, animals or
objects between the occupants and the area into
which the airbag deploys.
eMaintain a distance from the airbags, e.g., do not
lean against the inside of the doors. Always keep
your feet in the footwell while driving. Do not put
feet on the dashboard or the seat cushion.
Airbag systems that have been tampered with oer
no protection. They may either not trigger or be trig-
gered unintentionally. Unintentional triggering can
cause serious injuries.
eDo not use seat covers.
eDo not attach any additional trims or stickers
to the steering wheel or in the vicinity of the
airbags.
eDo not route any cables of additional electrical
equipment in the vicinity of the airbag wiring.
eDo not remove airbag components, e.g. steering
wheel, front seats, ceiling coverings.
eDo not modify the wiring or components of the
airbag system.
gRefer to chapter “Airbag Systems“ on page
53.
Securing all objects in the passenger com-
partment
An unsecured or incorrectly positioned load in the
passenger compartment can be thrown around as a
result of braking or acceleration as well as during
changes of direction or in an accident. Occupants
may be endangered and injured.
Information
In a collision at 30mph (50km/h), for example, un-
secured objects can be thrown forwards with a force
up to 50 times their weight. For example, a 0.4 gallon
(1.5 liter) bottle of water has a force of up to 165lbs.
(75 kg) when it ies through the interior.
eAs a rule, transport only secured objects in the
vehicle.
eAlways stow loads securely, e.g. in the trunk.
eStow small items in storage compartments and
close all storage compartments. Objects must
not protrude out of the storage compartments.
eNever place objects on top of the dashboard.
eDo not transport heavy objects in open storage
compartments.
eAlso provide your passengers with all information
regarding safety measures.
For correctly loading your Porsche and stowing items:
gRefer to chapter “Stowing loads“ on page 188.
Preventing crushing hazards

8
Safety and Driving Pleasure
If persons or animals are within the range of move-
ment of certain vehicle components, there is a risk
of body parts being trapped or crushed. These com-
ponents include:
–Adjustable front seats
–Doors
–Windows
–Flaps and lids
–Storage compartment lids
eMake sure that no persons or animals are within
the range of movement when moving these vehi-
cle components.
Supervise children’s behavior
Children oen cannot judge dangers correctly and
may behave inappropriately in dangerous situations.
Children can accidentally trigger automatic settings
(e.g. seat adjustment) and suer injury. Children may
not be able to exit the vehicle in emergency situa-
tions, e.g. overheated interior. This can be fatal, espe-
cially for young children.
eKeep children away from live or hot parts, e.g.
the tailpipe.
eKeep toxic materials out of the reach of children,
e.g. tire sealant, engine oil.
eDo not leave children in the vehicle unattended.
Safe use of child restraint systems (child
seats)
Child restraint systems only function when installed
correctly.
eOnly use child restraint systems approved for
your Porsche.
eBefore using a child restraint system: Read and
follow the instructions from the child restraint
system manufacturer as well as this Owner’s
Manual.
gRefer to chapter “Child Restraint Systems
(Child Seats)“ on page 58.
Safe, competent driving: Making
the right decisions
Your Porsche is an all-rounder. From Launch Con-
trol to emergency braking – when you release it
everything is possible. However: You are ultimately
responsible for keeping your powerful vehicle under
control.
Driving safety
eNever drive under the inuence of alcohol or
drugs.
eAlways drive defensively.
eExpect the unexpected.
eUse the direction indicators when turning and
changing lanes.
eSwitch on the headlights at dusk or when the
situation requires it.
eAlways keep a safe distance from vehicles in
front, taking into account the trac situation,
road conditions and weather conditions.
eReduce your speed at night and in bad weather.
eDriving in the wet requires mindfulness and re-
duced speeds. This is especially true on roads
with standing water, as the handling properties
of the vehicle can be impaired by aquaplaning of
the tires.
eAlways adhere to speed limits and obey trac
signs and rules.
eWhen you get tired, stop and take a break at an
appropriate place. Turn o the vehicle.
eAlso turn the front wheels towards the curb on
inclines/declines.
The safe driver:

Safety and Driving Pleasure
9
–knows his vehicle and all controls,
–maintains the vehicle appropriately,
–uses his driving skills wisely and always drives
within the limits of his abilities and familiarity
with the vehicle.
In these instructions you will nd useful information
on how to carry out most of the tests and measures
listed on the following pages.
Avoiding distractions
If you operate the Porsche Communication Manage-
ment PCM or other components in the vehicle while
driving, you will be distracted from the driving situa-
tion. You may not be able to respond to dangerous
situations in time. For your safety, some functions are
only available when the vehicle is stationary.
eNever adjust the mirror, seat or steering wheel
while driving. The seat or steering wheel may
move further than desired. You may lose control
of the vehicle. Adjust the mirror, seat and steer-
ing wheel position as required before your jour-
ney.
eOnly use the multi-function steering wheel, info-
tainment system, etc., while driving if the trac
situation allows you to do so safely. If in doubt,
stop in a safe place.
eDo not use a telephone or other mobile device
while driving.
eOnly make or receive calls using hands-free
equipment.
eDo not reach between the steering wheel spokes
while driving. Otherwise, you may not be able to
react fast enough to dangerous situations.
Awareness of braking behavior in rain and
snow
In heavy rain, driving through water or aer washing
the vehicle, a lm of water may form on the brakes.
The water lm delays the braking eect and requires
more force when pressing the brake pedal.
Aer a long drive over wintry or salted streets, a
coating may form on the brake disks and pads that
signicantly reduces friction and therefore the brak-
ing action as well.
eBrake the brakes dry, especially before parking
the vehicle. This prevents corrosion.
eCorroded brakes tend to "judder". If braking
comfort is noticeably impaired, have the brake
system checked.
Suitable tires and appropriate driving style
gRefer to chapter “Tires and Wheels“ on page 217.
Reacting correctly to uneven running and vibrations
Damage to tires or the vehicle can cause uneven run-
ning or vibration while driving. You may lose control
of the vehicle.
eReduce speed immediately, but without braking
sharply.
eStop the vehicle and inspect the tires. If a
cause cannot be established for the fault, drive
on carefully and have the fault corrected. Visit
an authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche recom-
mends an authorized Porsche dealer, as they
have trained technicians and the required parts
and tools.
Keeping tires in a safe condition
Damaged tires can burst, especially at high speeds.
Prevent damage to the tires by driving carefully.
eCross curb edges slowly and at right angles if
possible.
eAvoid driving over steep and sharp curbs.
Running in new tires
New tires have not yet achieved their maximum grip
and tend to slip.
eDrive at moderate speed during the rst
125miles (200km) with new tires.

10
Safety and Driving Pleasure
Driving with snow tires
Maximum speeds apply for snow tires. If you exceed
the maximum permitted speed, the tires may burst.
eAlways observe the maximum permitted speed
for the respective tire.
eAx the sticker with the maximum permitted
speed in the driver's eld of vision. Observe the
applicable regulations in your country.
eSet the maximum permitted speed as the speed
limit using the multifunction display:
gRefer to chapter “Instrument cluster“ on page
101.
Driving with summer tires
Noises may occur during parking or maneuvering at
outside temperatures below 60°F (15°C)
eChange to snow tires when outside tempera-
tures are below 45°F (7°C).
b718 GT4 RS
Driving with sports tires
Your vehicle may be optionally equipped with spe-
cial sports tires (performance tires) as summer tires.
For information on availability: Contact an authorized
Porsche dealer. This type of tire is approved for use
on public highways and meets all statutory require-
ments and safety criteria. The design of the tire
is also geared towards use on race circuits (driver
safety training courses, sports driving schools, Club
Sport events) and provides signicant advantages in
terms of dry grip and wear compared to standard
road tires. The sports tires on the vehicle harden at
very low temperatures below approx. 19°F (–7°C).
This can lead to cracks and erosion of the tires.
eDo not drive the vehicle at temperatures below
approx. 19 °F (–7°C).
Important features are a smaller tread depth and
special tread pattern and casing.
The design features of these sports tires lead to the
following eects compared to other summer tires
when used in normal road conditions:
–Sport tires have a smaller tread depth and may
therefore reach their wear limit sooner.
–As with all tires, the attainable mileage depends
on the individual driving style and the conditions
of use.
–On wet roads, especially in aquaplaning situa-
tions (e.g. standing water, puddles, lane grooves,
etc.), exercise caution due to lesser tread depth
and adapt speed accordingly.
–The higher performance requires that you adapt
your attention appropriately in extreme driving
situations, because potentially exceeding the up-
per performance limits also entails greater risks.
eNotify anyone using your vehicle of these char-
acteristics and the possible eects.
The reduced tire tread depth means that there is
an increased risk of aquaplaning on wet roads. Road
surface contact, control over the vehicle and braking
ability can be lost.
eReduce vehicle speed signicantly when driving
on wet or mud-covered roads.
Sport tires have a smaller tread depth and may there-
fore reach their wear limit sooner.
eCheck the tread depth regularly.
Suitable tires and appropriate driving style
b718 GT4 RS
Road-legal race track tires
For particularly performance-oriented driving on the
race track, there are special race track tires approved
by Porsche.
For information about race track tires:
eContact an authorized Porsche dealer.
gObserve the tire manufacturer's customer informa-
tion on the specic properties of the tires.
Awareness of assistance systems and their
limits
Your Porsche is equipped with driver assistance sys-
tems that increase safety and driving comfort.
None of these systems can overcome the limits dic-
tated by the laws of driving physics.
eThese systems should not induce you to take
greater risks with your safety. Assistance sys-
tems cannot reduce the risk of accidents due to
an inappropriate driving style.
eAssistance systems cannot replace your atten-
tion. Drive with care so you can respond appro-
priately to the trac situation.
eFamiliarize yourself with assistance systems be-
fore using them.

Safety and Driving Pleasure
11
Emergency braking function
You can carry out emergency braking using the elec-
tric parking brake, for example if the conventional
footbrake is defective.
This emergency braking function works with very
high braking power. As a result, the trac behind
may be endangered.
eOnly use the emergency brakes function in an
emergency situation and not during normal driv-
ing.
ePull and hold the button for emergency brak-
ing. Release the button to stop braking.
gRefer to chapter “Brakes“ on page 76.
Driving with a loaded vehicle
The handling of your Porsche changes depending on
the load condition.
eAdapt your driving style to the altered vehicle
handling.
eDo not exceed the maximum gross weight and
axle load.
Driving o with Launch Control
When moving o with Launch Control activated, the
vehicle accelerates very quickly. In some situations
(poor road conditions, driver inattention, etc.) control
over the vehicle may be lost or other road users may
be endangered as a result.
eOnly use Launch Control on public streets if the
road and trac conditions permit.
eDo not endanger others on the road when using
Launch Control.
gRefer to chapter “Transmission“ on page 80.
eSwitching the sports exhaust system to the
acoustically optimized mode results in signi-
cantly increased noise emissions in conjunction
with a very sporty driving style. You should
therefore be aware of your social responsibility
and respect the privacy of your environment, es-
pecially at nighttime.
Responding correctly to warning signals
If the systems recognize malfunctions or defective
parts, the vehicle warns you with lights or messages.
Disregarding vehicle warning signals may result in an
increased risk of accidents, injuries and damage to
the vehicle.
eFamiliarize yourself with the meaning of warn-
ing and information messages and follow the in-
structions for the warning and information mes-
sages so that you can respond correctly to the
warnings. Stop driving if necessary.
gRefer to chapter “Warning and Information
Messages“ on page 121.
gRefer to chapter “Instrument cluster“ on page
101.
Dangers during refueling
Fuel is highly ammable, can combust or explode.
Fuel and fuel vapors are harmful to health.
eFire, open lights and smoking prohibited while
refueling.
eDo not inhale fuel vapors.
eAvoid contact with skin and clothing.
gRefer to chapter “Refueling“ on page 244.
If a spare canister carried in the vehicle is damaged in
an accident, fuel can leak and ignite or explode.
eDo not carry a spare canister.

12
Safety and Driving Pleasure
DANGER
Hazardous uids
Not only fuel, but also engine oil, transmission oil,
electrolyte, coolant and brake uid are hazardous to
health.
eOnly work on the vehicle outdoors or in well-ven-
tilated spaces.
eFluid containers must be labeled appropriately
and must be kept out of reach for children.
eDispose of residues in an environmentally
friendly manner and according to regulations.
Engine oil can ignite. Engine oil stored in non-ven-
tilated areas or thrown-away pieces of cloth with
engine oil residues can self-combust and result in a
re.
eWipe up spilled engine oil with a piece of cloth.
eCloths soaked with engine oil must be stored in a
well-ventilated area until disposal.
eProtect your skin by washing it thoroughly with
soap and water.
Transportable liquid containers
Leaking portable fuel con-
tainers
Portable fuel containers can leak, no matter whether
the container is full or partially empty. Fuel leaking
from a portable container stored in your vehicle could
cause a re or explosion in the event of an accident.
eNever store reserve fuel in a portable container in
your vehicle.
•Toxic gases
Exhaust gas contains the colorless and odorless car-
bon monoxide, which causes poisoning even in low
concentrations.
eSwitch o the engine when the vehicle is at a
standstill. Never leave the engine running unnec-
essarily in closed spaces.
eOnly carry out work with the engine running
outdoors or use suitable extraction devices for
vehicle exhaust gases.

Safety and Driving Pleasure
13
WARNING
CAUTION
California Proposition 65
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
issues or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain
uids contained in vehicles and certain products of
component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
issues or other reproductive harm.
Parking the vehicle safely
An improperly parked vehicle can roll away in an un-
controlled manner, endangering persons or causing
material damage.
Before leaving the vehicle:
eActivate the electric parking brake.
eMove the gear lever to position P.
If gear lever position Pis ashing in the instru-
ment panel, the parking lock is not correctly en-
gaged. In this case, move gear lever to position R,
then move gear lever to position Ponce more.
The exhaust system is very hot when the engine is
running and for a period aer the engine is stopped.
Risk of burns and danger of re.
eDo not park the vehicle in places where amma-
ble substances, e.g. dry grass or leaves, could
come into contact with the hot exhaust system.
eStay a safe distance away from the tailpipes
when standing or walking behind the vehicle.
eMake sure that children do not burn themselves
on the tailpipes.
Risk of re due to hot ex-
haust system
eDo not park the vehicle in places where am-
mable substances, such as dry grass or leaves,
could come into contact with the hot exhaust
system. Otherwise, a vehicle re can occur,
which can cause serious injury.
Hot exhaust system burn
risk
The exhaust system is very hot when the engine is
running and for a period aer the engine is stopped.
eTo avoid injury, remember where your vehicle's
exhaust system is located. Do not get too close
to the hot exhaust system. A hot exhaust system
can cause serious burns.
ePay careful attention to children that are close to
the vehicle and make sure that children do not
burn themselves on the exhaust system.
Just in case: Safety in the event of
a breakdown and emergency
If you have break down, pay attention to this informa-
tion for your own safety!
Do not use voice control in case of an emer-
gency event

14
Safety and Driving Pleasure
WARNING
In an emergency event, your voice can change so
much due to stress that voice control does not rec-
ognize your input.
eDo not use voice control in an emergency event.
Removing the re extinguisher
Vehicles without Clubsport package
In vehicles with re extinguisher, this will be located
under the passenger seat.
eHold the re extinguisher with one hand and
press the button PRESS on the re extinguisher
holder with the other hand.
Vehicles with Clubsport package
On vehicles with Clubsport package, the re extin-
guisher is installed in the passenger footwell.
eHold the re extinguisher with one hand and
release the two latches Aon the re extinguisher
holder with the other hand.
To ensure correct, safe operation of the re extin-
guisher, observe the following points:
eObserve the inspection intervals for the re ex-
tinguisher. If the re extinguisher is used aer
the inspection interval has expired, functionality
is no longer guaranteed.
eObserve the operating instructions on the re
extinguisher.
eObserve the safety instructions on the leaet
supplied by the re extinguisher manufacturer on
the extinguisher handle.
eHave the re extinguisher checked by an author-
ized Porsche dealer every 1–2 years.
eHave the re extinguisher relled aer use.
Caution when working on the vehicle
Hot engine parts and hot
coolant
The engine, adjacent components, exhaust system
and coolant become very hot when the engine is
running. The coolant reservoir is pressurized. Opening
the coolant reservoir without due care may cause a
sudden escape of hot coolant.
In addition, the fans may start automatically, even if
the engine has been switched o and the ignition key
removed.
−Stop the engine and allow it cool down, if possi-
ble.
−Keep body parts, articles of clothing, long hair
and jewelry away from all moving parts (fans,
drive belts, etc.).
−Exercise caution when working near hot vehicle
components, especially the engine and the ex-
haust system.
−Wear protective gloves that protect against hot
parts.
−Only top up coolant when the engine has stop-
ped and the ignition is switched o.
−Do not open the cap of the coolant reservoir
when the engine is hot. Wait until the coolant
temperature gage indicates a temperature lower
than 140 °F/60 °C.
−You should only attempt the work described in
the instructions if you are completely familiar
with repair and maintenance procedures. Visit an
Authorized Porsche Dealer – they have trained
technicians and the necessary parts and tools.
Protective equipment (such as protective gloves
that protect against cuts) are required to per-
form certain work on the vehicle.
gRefer to chapter “Coolant“ on page 204.

Safety and Driving Pleasure
15
Protective equipment must be worn when performing
certain operations on the vehicle, e.g., gloves to pre-
vent cuts.
eHave all service work and modications to the
vehicle performed exclusively by an authorized
Porsche dealer. Porsche recommends an author-
ized Porsche dealer, as they have trained techni-
cians and the required parts and tools.
b718 Cayman GT4 RS
For vehicles with the club sport package, the engine
cover can be scratched due to careless removal.
eUse caution when removing the cover. When
working on the engine, there is a risk of injury
from pinching or crushing parts of the body..
eOnly work on the fan when the ignition is
switched o.
Jump starting
Unsuitable jumper cables and an incorrectly per-
formed jumper can cause a short circuit and cause
a re.
In the case of jump starting, the battery can generate
highly explosive gas.
In addition, there are risks of injury in the engine
compartment due to automatically starting parts,
e.g., Radiator fan.
eBefore you give or receive start emergency:
gRefer to chapter “Jump starting“ on page 196.
Towing
Danger of signicant damage to the vehicle through
tow-starting and push-starting.
eNever tow-start or push-start the vehicle.
eBefore towing your vehicle or having your vehicle
towed:
gRefer to chapter “Towing and tow-starting“ on
page 198.
Flat Tire
Depending on your speed, it may no longer be pos-
sible to steer the vehicle safely when tires are dam-
aged.
eNever continue to drive with a at tire.
eParking vehicle safely and repair the damage.
gRefer to chapter “Flat Tire“ on page 237.
Aer a collision
The safety systems (e.g. seat-belt pretensioners and
airbags) may not be operational aer a collision. The
safety systems can then no longer protect you.
eHave safety systems checked even if they were
not triggered.
eHave triggered safety systems replaced. Visit
an authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche recom-
mends an authorized Porsche dealer, as they
have trained technicians and the required parts
and tools.
Carrying emergency equipment
It is always advisable to carry emergency equipment
in the vehicle.

16
Safety and Driving Pleasure
Before driving: Important informa-
tion regarding your Porsche
Make yourself comfortable in the driver seat
eCheck the function of the horn.
eAdjust the seat so that you can easily reach the
foot pedals and controls. To reduce the probabil-
ity of injury when deploying airbags, you should
sit as far away from the steering wheel as possi-
ble without impairing vehicle control.
eAdjust the interior and exterior mirrors.
eCheck the function of the footbrake and electric
parking brake.
eNever leave a running vehicle unattended.
eLock the doors from inside (especially if there
are children in the vehicle) to prevent doors from
being accidentally opened from inside or outside.
eDrive with doors locked.
Running in the vehicle
The moving parts of a new vehicle must be run in.
The parts require the rst 930miles (1,500km) for
this purpose. The oil and fuel consumption may be
somewhat higher than normal during this period.
The multifunction display shows "Observe run-in
program".
During the running-in period, drive as follows:
ePreferably take long trips. Avoid frequent cold
starts with short distances as much as possible.
eDo not participate in motorsport events, sports
driving training or similar events
eAvoid high engine speeds of 7,000 rpm or more.
Drive at low engine speeds when the engine is
cold.
Running in new brake pads
New brake pads and brake disks have to be “bedded
in” and therefore only attain optimal braking action
aer several hundred miles.
The somewhat reduced braking action requires more
force when pressing the brake pedal. This is also the
case aer brake pad or brake disk replacement.
Observing the ground clearance
The vehicle may touch the ground as a result of the
low ground clearance.
eAvoid steep ramps.
eDrive carefully in the following situations:
–Steep up and down slopes, e.g. in parking
garages
–Curbs
–Uneven road surfaces
–Liing platforms
eWhen driving through water, the underside of
the body must not be immersed.
Driving on race tracks
Compared to normal road use, when driving on race
tracks the vehicle is subjected to disproportionately
higher stress loads. In pure racing vehicles these
loads are factored into consideration by frequent
regular maintenance and component reconditioning
intervals. These cover checks and the replacement

Safety and Driving Pleasure
17
of individual components where necessary aer each
use on the race track, as well as the reconditioning of
entire assemblies aer certain periods of use.
eAlways make inquiries about the current stipula-
tions before driving on race tracks: Contact an
authorized Porsche dealer.
Following race track sessions, "cooling laps" must
be performed to control the temperature reduction
of chassis components which are subjected to par-
ticularly strong thermal load. Stopping the vehicle
immediately would cause a further rise in component
temperature due to stationary heat build-up. This can
irreparably damage individual components.
Brake system
Brake uid absorbs moisture from the air over time.
This absorption of water lowers the boiling point and
can considerably impair braking eciency at high
temperatures. Brake pads and brake disks are sub-
jected to very high stress when driving on a race
track.
eIf the brake uid is more than 12 months old:
Replace brake uid before driving on a race track.
eHave the brake pads and brake disks checked for
wear before and aer driving on race tracks.
Tires
The tires are also subjected to very high stresses
when driving on a race track.
eHave the tires checked for wear before and aer
driving on race tracks.
eDo not t racing tires. Racing tires are not ap-
proved by Porsche.
Engine oil
eCheck the engine oil level before and aer driving
on race tracks.
gRefer to chapter “Engine oil“ on page 206.
Before driving abroad
The legal regulations in the United States and Canada
state that automobiles must meet certain exhaust
gas regulations and safety standards. For this reason,
vehicles built for the USA and Canada dier from
vehicles sold in other countries.
If you intend to take your Porsche across the borders
of the United States or Canada, you should take into
account the following:
–Unleaded fuel may not be available.
–The octane number of unleaded fuel can be con-
siderably lower. This could result in excessive
engine noise and serious damage to the engine
and catalytic converter.
–Service may not be sucient because there is
a lack of suitable workshop equipment, tools or
diagnostic equipment.
–Spare parts may not be available or may be very
dicult to obtain.
–The Porsche dealer may not be able to carry out
all repair work.
–Technical adjustments must be made to the ve-
hicle.
–In some countries, it is mandatory to carry ad-
ditional tools and special spare parts (nd out
before traveling abroad).
Porsche assumes no responsibility for mechanical
damage that may result from insucient service or
lack of spare parts availability.
If you have taken your Porsche abroad and would like
to transfer it to your home country, you should always
nd out about transport and transport regulations
and the current import and customs regulations.
Data processing in the vehicle
Electronic control units are installed in your vehicle.
Some of these are required for the operational safety
of your vehicle, while others provide assistance while
driving (driver assistance systems). In addition, your
vehicle has comfort or entertainment functions which
are also controlled by electronic control units.
Storing technical data in the vehicle
Electronic control units have data memories that can
temporarily or permanently store technical informa-
tion about vehicle status, component load, servicing
requirements, events or faults. Generally, this techni-
cal information documents component, module, sys-
tem or environment status, such as:
–The operating conditions of system components
(e.g. ll levels)
–Status messages about the vehicle and its indi-
vidual components (e.g. wheel rotational speed,
deceleration, lateral acceleration)

18
Safety and Driving Pleasure
–Malfunctions and faults in important system
components (e.g. lights, brakes)
–Information about events that can damage the
vehicle
–The vehicle response in special driving situations
(e.g. triggering an airbag, activation of the stabil-
ity control system)
–Ambient conditions (e.g. temperature)
As well as providing the actual vehicle function, this
data is used to detect and correct faults and enables
the manufacturer to optimize vehicle functions. Most
of this data is volatile and is only processed in the
vehicle itself. Only a small amount of the data is
stored in event or error memories. In addition, your
vehicle has comfort or entertainment functions which
are also controlled by electronic control units.
Reading technical data
If you use services, the technical data from the vehi-
cle can be read out from the vehicle by employees
in the service network (e.g. repair shops, breakdown
services, manufacturers). Services may include re-
pair services, service processes, warranty claims and
quality assurance measures.
The data is read using a legally prescribed OBD (On-
board diagnostics) connection in the vehicle. The
data is collected, processed and used by the relevant
service network personnel and may be sent to Por-
sche in order, for example, to comply with product
monitoring obligations or to improve quality. The er-
ror and event memories in the vehicle can be reset by
a repair workshop during other repair or service work.
Using functions in the vehicle
Depending on the selected equipment, you can add
information yourself, such as multimedia and address
book data or navigation destinations, as well as other
comfort and infotainment function settings in the
vehicle. This data may be stored locally in the vehi-
cle or on a device that you have connected to the
vehicle (e.g. phone, USB stick or MP3 player). If this
data is stored in the vehicle, you can delete it at
any time. This data is only sent to third parties at
your request and, in particular, based on your chosen
settings when using online services.
If your vehicle is so equipped, you can operate your
connected phone or other mobile device using the
controls integrated in the vehicle. Pictures and sound
from your phone can be output via the multimedia
system. At the same time, certain information can
also be transferred to your phone. This includes gen-
eral vehicle information or position data, depending
on the type of integration. This allows optimal use
of selected cellphone apps, e.g. navigation or music
playback. The phone cannot be used to actively ac-
cess vehicle data. The provider of the app being
used determines how the data is further processed.
Whether and which settings you can congure de-
pend on the app and your phone's operating system.
Using online services
If your vehicle has a wireless network connection,
this can be used to exchange data between your
vehicle, its surroundings and other systems. The ra-
dio network is connected via an in-vehicle transmit-
ter and receiver or your own mobile devices (e.g.
smartphones). Online functions can be used via this
wireless network connection. These include online
services and apps available to you through Porsche or
other providers.
The features of Porsche online services and the asso-
ciated data protection information can be found in a
suitable location (e.g. the Porsche Connect website).
Personal data may be used for the provision of online
services. Data is exchanged via a secure connection,
e.g. with the provided Porsche IT systems. The col-
lection, processing and use of personal data for pur-
poses other than the provision of services take place
only when permitted by law or with your consent.
Usually, the (oen fee-based) services and functions
and in some cases, even the entire data connection
in the vehicle can be enabled or disabled. Legally
required functions and services are specically ex-
cluded.
If there is the option to use online services from other
providers, these are the responsibility of the respec-
tive provider and are subject to the data protection
requirements and terms of use of that provider. Por-
sche is not liable for data exchanged in these cases.
For this reason, please contact the relevant service
provider to nd out about the type, scope and pur-
pose of the collection and use of personal data for
third-party services.