Porsche 911 2011 Owner's Manual
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The 911
The 911
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The 911 models 18
Engine 36
Transmission 50
Chassis 64
Safety 78
Comfort 94
Motorsport 120
Environment 128
Personalization 134
Porsche Exclusive 154
Porsche Tourist Delivery 155
Service 156
Summary 158
Technical data 160
Index 170
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The new 911.
45 years in the making.
That phrase—the new
911—was first heard in
1963. Since then, it’s
been said many times,
yet never without merit.
It marks not merely the
arrival of another model
year, but a new milestone
in the advancement of
sports-car performance.
With this new 911, Porsche
engineers have once again
proven that no matter
how high the bar is set, it
can be set higher still.
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Descended from an idea, it’s spent its life chasing an ideal.
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The 911 range.
The 911 stirs emotions in many.
Timeless emotions that
have b een experienced by
generations since 1963.
Emotions that can also be
verifie d. Inde ed, with impressive
regularity, the 911 is voted “Best
Sports Car” in readers’ polls held
by lead ing automotive magazines.
These emotions are evoked by
two characteristics: distinctive
design and inner stren g th.
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With th e 911, these characteristics
are born out of progressive
engineering above all else—for
example, the engines with Direct
Fuel Injection (DFI), the optional
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK),
the Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) active all-wheel drive, or the
intuitive Porsche C ommunicatio n
Management (PCM).
Not only is this inner strength built
on technological achievements—it
also comes from the harmon ious
relationship between design
and functionalit y, and between
everyday road use and sport
dri ving. The 911 Coupe models,
the 911 Cabriolet models and
the 911 Targa 4 models are
the result of our engineers’
striving for excellence.
Over 45 years in the
making. The 911.
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The engineering of a 911 starts with its engine.
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Two engines with Direct Fuel
Injection (DFI) and power output
of 345 horsepower and 385
horsepower. The optional Porsche
Doppelkupplung (PDK). Porsche
Communication Management
(PCM) with touchscreen and, on
request, a voice- control system.
All progressive technologies.
It would be so easy just to
sum up the meaning of inner
strength. We, however, prefer
to get to the root of it.
All of the 911 Carrera and
911 Targa 4 models have Direct
Fuel Inj ection (DFI). So how does
this compare with standard fuel
injection? The air/fuel mixture
is prepared entirely in the
combustion
having been
injected directl y,
chamber after
metered and
with
millisec ond precision.
From a technica l perspective,
this means an accurate air/fuel
mixture and, therefore, optimal
combustion. For the driver, it
means a distinct rise in power
and torque, and a distinct fall in
fuel consumption and emissions.
Porsche Doppelkupplung
(PDK), available as an option,
is based on a development
that helped Porsche racing
cars in the 1980s to dominate
racetracks around the world.
PDK, with both a manual gearshift
and an automatic mode, has
seven gears at its disposal. It is
like having two gearboxes in one,
and two clutches. Wheneve r a
partic ular gear is engaged, the
next gear is always preselected.
Gearshifts,
within
therefore, take place
hundredths of a second,
without any interruption in the
flow of power. In comparison with
conventional manual transmission,
PDK achieves a considerably
faster rate of acceleration for the
same rate of fuel consumption.
When compared with the
previous automatic transmission,
it provides significantly mo re
dri ving pleasure, thanks to
improved responsiveness and
greater agility—with the same
degree of comfort at a reduced
rate of fuel consumption.
In combination with the Sport
Chrono Package Plus, PDK
has a choice of two additional
fun ctions beyond “ Sport”:
“Launch Control,” for optimal
acceleration from a standing
start, and a “motorsport-
gearshift strategy,”
derived
bringing
gearshift characteristics straight
from the racetrack.
display on the steering
notifies you when the
“Sport Plus” and Launch
An additional
wheel
Sport,
Control
functions have bee n enabled.
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The 911 Carrera 4 models and
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the 911 Targa 4 models have
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM), where an electronically
controlled multiplate clutch
regulates the distribution of drive
force to the front axle according
to the driving conditions.
The steering wheel, with its
spor ty three-s poke design,
feels comfor table and
provides excellent grip, even
through hi gh-speed turns.
The standard Porsche
Communication Management
(PCM)
with touchscreen and
MP3
-compatible CD/DVD drive
is also extremely ergonomic.
Featuring
audio
a standard universal
interface enabling you
to connect and easily control
an iPod®, for example, it
is intuitive to operate.
enh anced voice- control
An
system
with word-by-word input is
also available as an option.
For all its advanced technol ogies,
one thing cannot be denied: The
inner streng th of the 911 is what
makes t his 911 the best 911 of
all time.
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911 Carrera
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Character traits cannot be changed.
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But they can be reinforced.
The design of the 911.
911 Carrera 4
Every element fulfills a function.
From this principle, the 911
draws its inner strength. The
logical consequence of this
is the 911 Carrera’s very low
drag coefficient of 0.29.
The large air intakes on the front
end provide highly effective
cooling power and give th e 911 a
sporty and dynamic appearance.
Bi-XenonTM headlights are fitted
as standard on all 911 models.
The indicators and LED daytime
running lights and position lights
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are harmoniously integrated into
the separate front light units
above the outer air intakes for
an imposing look. The optional
dynamic cornering lights have
a swiveling module for the low
beams—visible engineering
for improved visibility. As
with the modified exterior
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mirrors, which provide an even
better view out the back.
The rear end follows the design
cues of the front. The imp osing
LED taillights are drawn right
into the wing and taper off to
the outside. Unmistakable—
especiall y at night. The stainless
steel tailpipes, designed as twin
tailpipes on the “S” model range,
are integra ted seamlessly. Another
important aesthetic contrib ution
is the wheel design. Models with
the 3.6-liter engine are fitted as
standard with 18-in ch wheels,
and S models with the 3.8-liter
engine hav e 19-inch wheels.
Specific to the all-wheel-drive
variants is the 1.73-inch
(44mm) wider stance at the
rear and the taillight strip,
which , as a striking design
feature, lends even more
impact to the rear end.
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In every respect, the design is
unm istakably 911—because
its form follows function.
And all the while it maintains
its unique appeal.
The 911 models
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911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet,
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911 Targa 4S
What’s the effect of inner
strength? It makes it
possible to constantly
seek innovations without
having to change the
car’s unique character.
This inner strength has
distinguished the 911
concept since it began.
The evidence? A history
of success spanning more
than 45 years, and the
10 models in the current
range. Each one has its
own character, its
own personality.
But they all share the
same heritage.
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The 911 has always had character.
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Which one is up to you.
The 911 models.
The 911 Carrera.
The 911 Carrera S.
The 911 Carrera 4.
The 911 Carrera 4S.
The 911 Carrera Cabriolet.
The 911 Carrera S Cabriolet.
The 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet.
The 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet.
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The 911 Targa 4.
The 911 Targa 4S.
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Inner streng th defines
character and manifests
itself i n various ways.
Just like the 911 model range.
The models all exemplify our
ideal of a sports car—the
marriage of contrasts: sportiness
and comfort; functionality and
design; tradition and innovation.
These are the foundation of
the 911. Each model stands for
itself. And for a driver’s individual
requirements of a sports car.
For one driver, it’s about purity
of design and lightweight
construction—traditional
sports-car characteristics.
For another, performance is
param ount. Others like nothing
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better than open-top driving—in
classic sports-car style with a
911 Cabriolet, or in a supremely
individual way in a 911 Targa 4.
These are all very different
requirements, and, as we said
before, highly individual. It is
our pledge to meet them.
And has been for over 45 years.
How often in life have you wanted to change something about
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yourself intrinsically and yet also stay the same?
The 911 Carrera.
911 Carrera
Eff iciency, power and sportiness.
These virtues are the basis of
the traditional sports car, and are
the es sence of the 911 Carrera.
In terms of ef ficiency, its engine
has Direct Fuel Injection (DFI).
The power is provided by a
3.6-liter, 6-cylinder boxer
engine, positioned low in the
rear of the chassis. As usual.
With this power unit, the
911 Carrera is now able to
deliver 345 horsepowe r at
6500 rpm and a maximum
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torque of 288 Ib.-ft. at 4400 rpm.
All this with a reduction in fuel
consumption emissions and a
six - percent reduction in fuel
consumption in con junction with
the manual gearbox. Compelling
figures. Just l ike these: 0 – 60 in
mph 4.7 seconds and a top track
speed of 179 mph.
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911 Carrera
The six-speed manual sport
transmission with self-adjusting
clutch, fitted as standard,
ensures that the correct
ratio is always at hand.
Sporty and imposing describes
the t wo single tailpipes. Just
like the typical Porsche sound.
18-inch Carrera IV wheels are
fitted as standard. The black,
four-piston, aluminum monobloc
calipers of the brake system are
extremely rigid, th anks to their
closed- t ype design. The front and
rear brak e discs have a diameter
of 13 inches (330 mm) for
impres sive braking performance.
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Other safety features include
enhanced Porsche Stability
Management (PSM) and
Bi-Xenon™ headlights.
Eff iciency, power, sportiness.
Three virtues that distinguish
the 911 Carrera.
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Values do, too.
The 911 Carrera S.
911 Carrera S
As far as the 911 Carrera S is
concerned, the driver can take
this quite literally. This is where
performance is paramount. The
car’s perform ance valu es are a
testament to its inner strength:
a 3.8-liter engine with Direct
Fuel Injection (DFI). Power
output: 385 horsepower at
6500 rpm. Maximum torque:
310 Ib.-ft. at 4400 rpm.
Values that are impressive
in themsel ves: 0–60 in 4. 5
seconds. Top track speed
isn’t reached until 187 mph.
Also available as an option is
the Porsche Doppelk upplung
(PDK), which improves
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acceleration values furthe r
still: 0–60 in 4.3 seconds.
And if you combine PDK with
the optional Sport Chrono
Package Plus, the sprint to
60 mph takes just 4.1 seconds.
Additionally, the sound produced
by the two stainless steel
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911 Carrera S
twin tailpipes is characteristic.
Characteristically Porsche.
The four-piston, aluminum
monobloc calipers have a
striking red -painted finish, and
the generously dimensioned
brake discs make for outstandi ng
decelera tion. These complement
the 19- inch Carrera S II wheels
with their sporty design.
The Porsche Ceramic
Composite Bra k e (PCCB) is
also offered as an option.
The Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM) and the
0.39-inch (10mm) lowered
suspension offer a balance of
ride comf ort and roadholding.
For those who appreciate more
uncompromising qualities, the
PASM sport suspension with
a 0.79-inch (20mm) reduction in
ride height and a mechanically
locking rear dif ferential is
available as an option, whichever
transmis sion you choose.
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However, along with all these
sporting features, this remains
a practical everyday sports car,
as evidenced by the Porsche
Communication Management
(PCM) and the optional
dynamic cornering lights.
To sum it up, the inner
strength of the 911 Carrera S
is pur e per formance.
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With inner strength, for instance.
The 911 Carrera 4 models.
911 Carrera 4
Outstanding driving dynamic s
and traction are what the all-
whee l -drive varia nts of the
911 have to offer above all
else. And they’re instantly
recognizable. By their wider
body—an extra 1.73 inches
(44 mm) at the rear wings,
and the wider rear tires. Also,
by their titanium -colored front
air-intake grille s and slats, and
seamless taillight strip. Painted
in black for contrast, th e trims
on
the lower rear panel and
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the
side skirts provide improved
protection agains t stone impact.
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911 Carrera 4S
The performance of the
911 Carrera 4 with the
3.6-liter eng ine is 0 –60 in
4.8 seconds, with a top
track speed of 176 mph.
The 911 Carrera 4S completes
the 0 –60 sprint in just 4.5
seconds and reaches a top
track speed of 184 mph.
Both models are equipped with
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) active all-wheel drive.
PTM has been optimized
for
outstanding driving dynamics,
which are also underpinne d
by the mechanically locking
rear differential. In addition,
the traction of fered by PTM
represents a significant safety
feature— especially in wet
and snowy condit ions.
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The 911 Carrera 4 models,
therefore, deliver improvements
in both sa fety and dynamics.
However, this is no surprise to
their drivers, who see them
as an indication of their
inner streng th.
It’s what we give every 911 Cabriolet: openness to enthusiasm.
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The 911 Carrera Cabriolet models.
911 Carrera Cabriole t
Irresistible appeal. This has
always been a driving force in the
development of the 911. There is
nowhere bet ter to experience it
than during an involving Sunday
dri ve in an open -top 911. This is
why every 911 Carrera model is
also offered in Cabriolet form.
Technically, these models emulate
the performance of their closed-
top counterparts, with a 3.6-liter
or 3.8-liter power unit and two- or
four-wheel drive, including Porsche
Traction Management (PTM).
Offering uncompromi sing sp orts
performance to 911 standards,
no less.
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911 Carrera S Ca briolet
The same applies where safety
is concerned. All 911 models
are equipped as standard with
full -size driver and passe nger
airbags and the Porsche Side
Impact Protection (POSIP) system.
On Cabriolet models, these are
complemented by an effective
rollover protection sy stem.
The optional seat ventilation
provides added comfort
for open-top driving on
partic ularly hot days.
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Incidentally, the 911 Cabriolet
models are Cabriolets in the
traditional sense: They have a
fabric top. This saves on weight
in just the right place—for that
low center of gravity typical of a
sports car, and for reduced fuel
consumption. Further refinements
to provide that irresistible
appeal, even in bad weather.
Top.
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Here’s one consolation for anyone
forced to close their top on a ra iny
day: You’re still driving a 911.
The top system of the
911 Cabriolet models is both
lightweight and robust. The roof
frame also has a lightweight
structure. The glass rear w indow
is scratch -resistant and electrically
heated—for excellent rearward
visibility. An integral rain channel
along the edge of the top removes
standing water to prevent dripping
when the doors are opened.
Opera tion of the convertible
top is fully electric, by using a
button on the center console.
The conver tible top has a
conc ertina folding action, ensuring
optimal protection for the interior
surface of the lining. It open s
and closes in approximately
20 seconds from start to finish
and can be operated when the
vehicle is traveling
up to 30 mph.
at speeds
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