Control unit function: Calibration
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The convertible top control unit must be recalibrated after replacing the potentiometer, parts of the convertible top or after carrying out adjustment work on the convertible top.
WARNING:
Serious injuries or damages could occur due to the automatic movement sequence of the convertible top during calibration!
- Ensure that you and other individuals maintain a safe distance from the moving parts of the convertible top, convertible-top compartment lid and windows!
- Ensure that objects are kept away from the moving areas of the convertible top, convertible-top compartment lid and windows!
NOTE:
- Each calibration procedure is recorded by the calibration counter (Actual values menu)!
- The person who calibrated the control unit is stored in the calibration recognition (Actual values menu)!
- The calibration values of potentiometer 1 (convertible top) and potentiometer 2 (convertible top compartment lid) are overwritten with new values in the Calibration menu item!
- The actuation counter 2 will be reset to 0!
- Using the Porsche System Tester II 9588, select the menu item Calibration.NOTE:
- The convertible top can be in any position when starting calibration!
- The procedure can be interrupted at any time using the "F8" (stop) key!
- The procedure can be continued again using the "F7" (start) key!
- The procedure can be completed by pressing the "BACKWORD" key!
- Start calibration with the "F7" key.
- The entire convertible top mechanism moves until the convertible top is completely open in the end position.
- After it has reached its final position, the following text appears: Calibration successful! Display fault memory with the "> >" key.
- Call up fault memory with the "FORWORD" key.
- End the procedure with the "BACKWORD" key.
- Rectify any existing faults if necessary.