Control Module Replacement - PCM2

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 model range code that is stored is compared with the code 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. No further checks are made while the device is connected to the vehicle electrical system.

Coding PCM2
1. Connect and start the Porsche System Tester II 9588 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 PCM2 GW in the 911 (996) PCM2 function selection and confirm with the >> key.
5. Select Coding in the PCM2 GW function selection and confirm with the >> key.
6. Select PCM2 code in the PCM2 GW coding and confirm with the >> key.
7. Take the PCM2 code from IPAS, enter it in the form and code with the F8 key.

Country-specific tuner settings
The following country-specific tuner settings can be coded:
- Europe
- North America
- South America
- Australia
- Asia
- South Africa
- Japan

Coding country-specific tuner settings
1. Connect and start the Porsche System Tester II 9588 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 module menu and confirm with the >> key.
4. Select PCM2 GW in the 911 (996) PCM2 function selection and confirm with the >> key.
5. Select Coding in the 911 (996) PCM2 GW function selection and confirm with the >> key.
6. Select Tuner parameters in the PCM2 GW coding function selection and confirm with the >> key.