Boxster S (986) F6-3.2L (2001)
Fault memory Info key [F8]
In order to be able to assess the fault exactly, the fault memory Info key F8 must be pressed. This information should be saved using the Save key F4 and
printed out. If a fault code is stored with "not present" status and no other problems are present, then the fault memory must be erased.
Open circuit - short to ground/voltage short/version; vehicle parameters/counter
Frequency counter...................................................................................................................................................................................................................?
CD number..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................?
Vehicle hand-over
The PCM2 is converted to delivery mode (low-current mode) in production. As known from other systems (alarm system, instrument cluster, roll-over
bar), the PCM2 must be activated with the Porsche System Tester II No. 9588.
1. Connect and start the Porsche System Tester II No. 9588 and switch on the ignition.
2. Select 'Special functions' in the Vehicle type menu and confirm with the >> key.
3. Select 'Vehicle hand-over' in the function selection Special functions and confirm with the >> key.
4. Follow the instructions of the Porsche System Tester II No. 9588.
Control Module Replacement
PCM2
The PCM2 is provided in 'active production mode' in new vehicles and as a spare part. Each time the vehicle is started, the stored PCM2 code is
compared with that in the instrument cluster. If no match is found, the device switches off after 30 seconds and the 'PROTECTED' message appears in
the display. The device is not operational.
If a match is found, the device is operational.
Coding PCM2
1. Connect and start the Porsche System Tester II No. 9588 and switch on the ignition.
2. Select 'Boxster (986)' in the Vehicle type menu and confirm with the >> key.
3. Select 'PCM' in the control modules selection and confirm with the >> key.
4. Select 'CD changer' in the PCM2 function selection and confirm with the >> key.
5. Select 'Coding' in the CD changer function selection and confirm with the >> key.
6. Select 'PCM2 code' in the CD changer coding and confirm with the >> key.
7. Take the PCM2 code from 'IPAS', enter it in the form and code with the F8 key.
CD Changer Tools
Tools - CD changer
DANGER:
Danger of injury through triggering of driver's airbag
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Never hang the Porsche System Tester II No. 9588 over the steering wheel.
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Always place tools and special tools outside the functioning range of all airbags.
NOTE: Plug contacts are optimally designed to suit the plug system. Operations on pins can cause contact problems. Only use suitable measurement
tools, adapter plugs and test cables.
The following testers are required for vehicle diagnosis:
Porsche System Tester II No. 9588
