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Tiptronic S
Function of Tiptronic S
The Porsche Tiptronic is a five-speed transm ission
with an “automatic” and a “manual” selection
mode.
In automatic selection mode (selector lever
position D), gear changing i s automatic. You can
change temporarily from automati c to manual
mode using the rocker switches on the steering
wheel.
In manual selection mode (selector lever
position M), you change gear using the rocker
switches on the steering wheel .
You can change between selector lever position D
and M as you wish while driving.
Note
Take care not to operate the rocker switches
on the steering wheel inadvertently in either
auto matic or manual mode, thereby triggering
undesired gear changes.
Keylock position
The ignition key can be withdrawn only in selector
lever position P.
Transmission selecto r l ever
Changing the selecto r lever position
The selector lever is locked with the ignition key
withdrawn.
The selector lever can be moved from position P or
N only with:
– the ignition switched on,
– the brake pedal pressed and
– the release button pressed.
Release b utton
The release button (arrow) in the selector lever
prevents unintent ional gear changes.
The release button must be pressed when shifting
to position R or P.
Starti ng
The engine can be started only if the brake pedal is
depressed and the selector lever is in position P or
N.
Moving off
Only select the desired position for moving off
(D, M or R) when the engine is idling and the
brake pedal is depressed.
Since the vehicle creeps when in g ear, do not
release the brake until you want to move off.
After selecting a gea r, do not accelerate until
you can feel that the gear is engaged.
Shifting Gear
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