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Programming The Instrument Cluster

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If the instrument cluster is replaced or exchanged, the instrument cluster must be programmed and coded using the PIWIS Tester 9718  . This is done to adapt the instrument cluster to the vehicle and equipment.

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.

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 text or additions may appear in the Porsche System Tester.

If the Control unit replacement  function cannot be performed, proceed according to this variant.

  1. Connect the Porsche System Tester to the vehicle and start the System Tester. Switch on ignition. [>>] Continue.
  2. Select vehicle type [>>].
  3. Go to the Special functions  menu and start the Vehicle handover  also; follow the instructions on the Tester.
  4. Erase All fault memories  .
  5. Perform an automatic control module search and switch to the Instrument cluster  [>>] menu.
  6. Select Control unit replacement  with the cursor keys and press the [>>] key.
  7. Select the Write in data  menu and press [>>].
  8. Select the Coding  menu, [>>].
  9. If necessary, enter the Vehicle identification number.  code the other codes depending on the vehicle equipment.
  10. Select Oil level characteristics  , [>>].
  11. Select C2/C4 3.6l  or C2/C4 3.8l  , [>>].
  12. If you select C2/C4 3.6l  , a section of the engine number will be checked. Depending on the engine number, another oil characteristic will be loaded for the oil level sensor.
  13. Tester confirms Characteristic taught successfully  .
  14. Enter the Total mileage  in the Special functions  menu according to the Tester's instructions.
  15. Select the type of Oil level measurement  .
  16. Disconnect Tester from vehicle.
  17. Carry out a test drive and read out fault memory again.