Removing display and operator control unit (PCM 2)

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NOTE:

When the PCM is replaced by a new or different PCM, read out the data using the Porsche System Tester before removing it. See TEACHING THE DISPLAY AND OPERATOR CONTROL UNIT (PCM 2) .
The PCM has an optical waveguide. For information on optical waveguides: Refer to OPTICAL FIBER (LWL) - MOST BUS .
Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.

Unclip the switch cover from below with a plastic spatula and unplug the electrical plug connections at the switches.

Fig 1: Removing Switch Cover & Unplugging Electrical Plug Connections (As Of MY 2003)
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Insert an Allen wrench sideways into the bolts of the locking hooks of the PCM.
Using the Allen wrench, close the locking elements (2 x per side) -A- and carefully pull out the PCM.
For refitting, open the locking elements with the Allen wrench -B- .

Fig 2: Opening & Closing Locking Elements With Allen Wrench (As Of MY 2003)
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NOTE:
- Depending on the | No. (CD changer, Bose, amplifier) the number of plug connections varies.
- The version without additional audio components (external Most control units) has a jumper (output goes to input) plugged in for optical waveguide connectors.
Release and remove antenna plug -A, E, F- . See Fig 3 .
Release and unplug the electrical the plug connections in the order -C, B, D- . See Fig 3 .

Fig 3: Removing Antenna Plugs & Electrical Plug Connections (As Of MY 2003)

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