Driving and Driving Safety
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Brake system warning light
You can check the functionality of the brake
system warning light by switching the ignition to
the “On” position (position
1
) and verifying that the
warning light illuminates.
The warning light in the instrument panel lights up.
A message will be displayed on the multi-function
display of the instrument panel if the brake fluid
level is too low, or (if the brake pedal travel has
increased) one of the two brake circuits has failed.
A greater braking pressure will be required,
stopping distances will be longer and the braking
behavior will change, particularly in curves.
With correctly adjusted brakes and a correctly
working brake system, the pedal travel to the
point of brake application should be 1-3/16 in. to
1-9/16 in. (30 to 40 mm). Whenever the brake
pedal travel exceeds this value, have the brake
system checked.
Brake pedal
Warning!
Risk of an accident, resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
Any obstruction of the brake pedal could
increase the stopping distance.
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Always check the movement of the brake pedal
before driving and make sure that it is not
obstructed by a floor mat or any other object.
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Secure the floor mat to prevent it from sliding
into positions that could interfere with the safe
operation of your vehicle.
Your Porsche dealer will be glad to offer you
floor mats of the correct size including a
securing possibility.
Note
In case one of the two brake circuits fails,
increased pedal travel is required to bring your
vehicle to a full stop.
Warning!
To avoid overheating and premature wear of
the brakes:
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Before descending a steep grade, reduce
speed and shift the transmission into a lower
gear to control speed.
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Do not “ride the brakes” by resting your foot on
the pedal when not intending to apply brake
pressure.
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Do not hold the pedal down too long or too
often. This could cause the brakes to overheat
and not function properly.
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