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Identification



Identification

The diagnosis software number and the part numbers for the PCM2 can be read out under this menu item.
1. Connect and start the 9588 Porsche System Tester II and switch on the ignition.
2. Select '911 (996)' in the Vehicle type menu and confirm with the [>>] key.
3. Select 'PCM' in the Control modules menu and confirm with the [>>] key.
4. Select 'External Harman amplifier' in the 911 (996) PCM2 function selection and confirm with the [>>] key.
5. Select 'Identification' in the 911 (996) external Harman amplifier function selection and confirm with the [>>] key.
6. "Diagnosis software number; PCM2 parts number" appears on the display.