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Coding



Coding

Under the menu item 'Modify coding', the PCM2 codes can be coded on a vehicle and country-specific basis.

Menu item Function

- External handset You can code an external telephone handset using this menu item.

- Connect and start the 9588 Porsche System Tester II and switch on the ignition.
- Select '911 (996)' in the Vehicle type menu and confirm with the [>>] key.
- Select 'PCM2' in the Control units menu and confirm with the [>>] key.
- Select 'Telephone/telematics (optional)' in the 911 (996) PCM2 function selection and confirm with the [>>] key.
- Select 'Coding' in the 911 (996) telephone/telematics (optional) function selection and confirm with the [>>] key.
- Select "Country coding" in the 911 (996) telephone/telematics coding function selection and confirm with the [>>] key.
- Select "External handset" in the menu item displayed and code with the [F8] key.