2002-2010 Porsche Cayenne SUV Driving and Driving Safety -> Air suspension with level control and height adjustment User Manual
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Air suspension with level control
and height adjustment
On vehicles with air suspension, the driver can set
five different levels.
The preselected level is automatically adapted to
suit the vehicle speed.
The height of the vehicle is automatically kept
constant when the vehicle is loaded.
Tip on driving
It is not permissible to drive on public roads with
the vehicle in the off-road or special terrain
setting.
Note on operation
Frequent level changes can cause the compressor
to overheat. In this case, the compressor must
cool for several minutes before level adjustment is
fully functional again.
Normal level
The ground clearance at normal level is approx.
215 mm.
Off-road level
This level is intended for off-road driving, field
paths and forest paths, etc.
The vehicle is raised by around 26 mm compared
with normal level.
Off-road level can be selected only manually at
speeds below approx. 80 km/h (50 mph).
The vehicle is automatically lowered to normal
level at speeds exceeding approx. 80 km/h
(50 mph).
The vehicle is automatically raised to off-road level
when the Low Range driving programme is
selected.
This setting is intended only for extremely
challenging terrain requiring maximum ground
clearance. The vehicle is raised by approx.
56 mm compared with normal level.
The warning light on the instrument panel lights up
when special terrain level has been reached.
Special terrain level can be selected only at
speeds below around 30 km/h (19 mph).
The vehicle is automatically lowered to off-road
level at speeds exceeding approx. 30 km/h
(19 mph).
Low level
This level is intended for high-speed driving.
The vehicle is automatically lowered by approx.
24 mm compared with normal level above speeds
of around 125 km/h (78 mph).
The level is automatically raised to normal level if
the speed drops to below around 40 km/h
(25 mph).
Note
If low level was set with the rocker switch in the
centre console, low level also remains active at
speeds below approx. 40 km/h (25 mph).
Special terrain level
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Loading level
Caution!
Risk of damage to running-gear parts,
assemblies and the vehicle underbody.
The vehicle may bottom when driven down from
kerbs, for example, if the ground clearance is
insufficient at loading level.
f Always switch to normal level before moving
off.
This setting makes it easier for you to load the
luggage compartment.
The vehicle is lowered by around 54 mm
compared with normal level.
The vehicle is automatically raised to normal level
at speeds exceeding approx. 5 km/h (3 mph).
Setting level manually
Preconditions
– Ignition on.
– Doors are closed.
Adjusting
f Move rocker switch in the appropriate direc-
tion.
This sets the next possible height.
Indication of selected level
The corresponding light-emitting diode next to the
rocker switch flashes during the adjustment
process. The light-emitting diode is lit continuously
after adjustment has been completed.
The level change is also indicated on the multi-
purpose display of the instrument panel.
Exceptions
Automatic changes from normal level to low level
and back are not indicated on the multi-purpose
display of the instrument panel.
Note on operation
The level last selected is stored in the memory
after the ignition is switched off.
1st actuation: Off-road level
Raising the vehicle
f Press rocker switch A forward once.
A message appears on the multi-purpose
display on the instrument panel and the yellow
light-emitting diode lights up when off-road
level is reached.
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2nd actuation: Special terrain level
f Press rocker switch A forward a second time.
A message appears on the multi-purpose
display on the instrument panel and the yellow
and red light-emitting diodes light up when
special terrain level is reached.
1st actuation: Low level
Lowering the vehicle
f Pull rocker switch A back once.
A message appears on the multi-purpose
display on the instrument panel and the yellow
light-emitting diode lights up when low level is
reached.
2nd actuation: Loading level
f Pull rocker switch A back a second time.
A message appears on the multi-purpose
display on the instrument panel and the yellow
and red light-emitting diodes light up when
loading level is reached.
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Warning message
Various messages are displayed on the multi-
purpose display on the instrument panel if there is
a system fault or if the compressor switches off
due to overload.
f For further information on warning messages
on the multi-purpose display:
Please observe the chapter “OVERVIEW OF
WARNING MESSAGES” on Page 151.
f Adapt your driving style to the changed
conditions.
f Consult a qualified specialist workshop in
order to remedy a system fault. We recom-
mend that you use a Porsche partner for this
work since these are staffed with trained
personnel and have the necessary parts and
tools.
f If the overload-protection function causes the
compressor to switch off, wait for a time until
it has cooled down. The system will function
again as soon as it has cooled sufficiently.
The warning message appears when the control
system is switched off and when the collapsible
spare wheel is being filled. There is no fault
present in these cases.
The warning message will disappear once these
procedures have been completed.
Raising vehicle with the jack
Whenever it is necessary to raise the vehicle using
the jack:
f Manually set normal level and then switch off
level control.
Switching off level control
1. Switch ignition on.
2. Press rocker switch forward for
5 - 10 seconds.
A message is shown on the multi-purpose
display of the instrument cluster.
The vehicle can now be raised.
Switching level control back on
1. Switch ignition on.
2. Press rocker switch forward for
5 - 10 seconds or
3. Move off with the vehicle.
Level control switches on automatically.
Vehicle transport on car trains, ferries
and car transporters
f Lash the vehicle down only at its wheels.

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