Porsche carrera gt-2004 User Manual

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Controls, Instruments
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Unlocking the engine compartment lid
f Operate the pull-button B next to the driver's 
seat.
f Please observe the chapter “LOAD SWITCH-
OFF AFTER TWO HOURS OR FIVE DAYS” on 
Page 156.
Note
If the vehicle battery is discharged, the engine 
compartment lid can be opened only by 
connecting an external electrical power source.
f Please observe the chapter “EMERGENCY UN-
LOCKING OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 
LID” on Page 160.
Opening the engine compartment lid
The engine compartment lid is opened automati-
cally by pneumatic springs when released.
Closing the engine compartment lid
 Warning!
Risk of pinching between the rear wing and 
engine compartment lid when closing the lid.
f When closing, put your hand on the lid (arrow
and press the lid until it engages.
f Lower the lid and press it down.
f Check that the lid has correctly engaged in the 
lock.
The warning light in the instrument panel comes 
on if the lids are not completely closed.
f Fully close the lid.
Warning light