Programming Instrument Cluster

Information 

• In the instrument cluster is also the gateway control unit. When replacing the instrument cluster, the values read out in the Instrument cluster menu must also be written in the gateway control unit. See  DESCRIPTION  of the procedure. 
• If the control unit is replaced, it must be programmed and coded using the Porsche System Tester. This is to adapt the control unit to the vehicle and equipment. 
• If possible, before the control unit is removed and replaced, a read-out of the vehicle data should be obtained using the Porsche System Tester. 
• During coding, it is essential to guarantee the power supply for the Porsche System Tester. It is essential to connect a battery charger with a current rating of at least 40 A to the vehicle battery. 
• Symbol for the Tab key = [→] 
• The Porsche System Tester instructions take precedence and in the event of a discrepancy these are the instructions that must be followed. Deviations may occur with later software versions. 
• The procedure described here has been structured in general terms; different texts or additions may appear in the Porsche System Tester. 

1. Connect the Porsche System Tester to the vehicle and start the System Tester. Switch on ignition and press [>>] to continue.
2. Select vehicle type.
3. Switch from the vehicle type to the list of control units.
4. Select Instrument cluster with the cursor keys and press [>>].
5. Select Control unit replacement with the cursor keys and press [>>].
6. Select Read out values  (codings) with the cursor keys and press [>>].
7. The message Coding read-out complete will appear on the Porsche System Tester screen. Press [>>].
8. Switch off ignition and replace instrument cluster → REMOVING INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 
9. Switch on ignition. After replacing the control unit, the data that was read out will be installed when you select the Write values  menu (see Step  6). Press [>>].
10. System Tester displays Coding write-in complete. Press [>>].
11. Follow the instructions on the Tester.
12. Go back to the control unit overview and select Gateway control unit.
13. In the Control unit replacement  menu, press [>>] to continue.
14. The data that was read out will be installed when you select the Write values  menu (see Step  6). Press [>>].
15. System Tester displays Coding write-in complete. Press [>>].
16. Exit the menu, switch off ignition, lock and unlock the vehicle and read out the fault memory.