Extended identification
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Additional data present in the control unit can be read out using this menu item.
- Connect and start the Porsche System Tester II 9588 and switch on the ignition
- Select Boxster (986) in the Vehicle type menu and confirm with the ">>" key
- Select PCM in the control modules selection and confirm with the ">>" key
- Select Telephone/telematics in the PCM2 function selection and confirm with the ">>" key
- Select the Identification menu item and press the ">>" key
- Diagnosis software number; PCM2 part number. appears on the display
- Confirm PCM2 GW extended identification with the "F8" key or the ">>" key
The following data can be read out:
The following data can be read out:
- CRIN (Car Radio Identification Number)
- Date of ECU Manufacturing (YYYY;MM;DD)
- Repair Shop Code or Tester Serial Number
- System Supplier ECU Hardware Number (cw, year)
- System Supplier ECU Hardware Version Number
- System Supplier ECU Software Number (cw, year)
- System Supplier ECU Software Version Number
- Vehicle Manufacturer Diagnostic Index
- Vehicle Manufacturer ECU Hardware Number
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)