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How do I set up the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) in the Cayenne Electric?

The Cayenne Electric features a 12.25-inch Flow Display as the central display and control unit for the PCM. The touchscreen allows you to manage navigation, media, vehicle functions and a wide range of digital services. The Flow Display is ergonomically oriented towards the driver and utilises OLED technology for a high-contrast display.

PCM refers to the entire Porsche infotainment system. Depending on the specification, it can be operated via various displays and controls. The main control unit is the central display, supported by physical buttons and switches as well as integrated voice control via the Porsche Voice Pilot.

Table of Contents

  1. Applicable models
  2. Initial Setup
  3. Range of Functions

Initial Setup

To complete the initial setup of the PCM, you will need:

Your Porsche ID Recommended: a smartphone with the My Porsche App for a quick login via QR code and access to all features.

Alternative login option: Instead of the QR code, you can also enter your Porsche ID and password manually in the PCM.

As soon as you have logged into the PCM with your Porsche ID, you can use the connected digital services and customise your Cayenne to your personal preferences.

Note: Without logging in with your Porsche ID, access to the features in the PCM is restricted. Important Porsche Connect functions - including the charging planner with real-time availability of charging stations - are then not available.

You don't have a Porsche ID or the My Porsche app yet? Register here.

How to set up PCM for the first time:

Press the start button in your Cayenne Electric - the PCM will display a data access agreement, followed by a QR code for login Scan the QR code using your smartphone’s camera app. The My Porsche App will open automatically, and the login process will be completed. Please ensure you are already logged into the My Porsche app using your Porsche ID and password. The connection is established automatically and your Porsche ID is transferred to the vehicle

Setup Assistant

Once you have successfully logged in with your Porsche ID, the setup assistant starts automatically. It supports you with the initial basic settings, such as:

Selecting the system language Activation of online mode (required for Connect services) Defining the access control Setting up the Voice Pilot Optional connection of your smartphone

Note: The setup assistant only appears the first time a new user logs in. For guest users, the initial setup assistant is displayed each time.

Linking Later

If you did not link your Porsche ID the first in the first run:

Tap the user icon at the top of the PCM Select "Add account" Log in with your Porsche ID or scan the QR code

Range of Functions

Registering with your Porsche ID is the key to using all the functions of your Cayenne.

Functions with Porsche ID

Full personalisation via the user profile linked to the Porsche ID (e.g. seat, climate control and navigation preferences). Access to Connect services Authentication in the vehicle and in the My Porsche App Remote Services, route planning and Porsche Charging Planner - optimised route calculation with integrated charging stops (without Porsche ID, only basic planning is available, e.g. no real-time utilisation of charging stations) Synchronisation of your settings across multiple Porsche vehicles

Functions without Porsche ID

Basic infotainment (radio, Bluetooth, media) Limited use of navigation No personal profiles No app integration or online services

Consumption and Emissions

Cayenne Electric (WLTP): Electrical consumption combined (model range): 3.2 - 2.8 mi/kWh, Range combined (model range): 358 – 399 miles, CO2 emissions combined* (model range): 0 g/km

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