Procedures

Removing And Installing DME Control Module

Information

NOTE:
- If the DME control module is replaced, it must be programmed using the Porsche System Tester. Thus, the DME control module can be adapted to the vehicle, the national variant and the equipment. The DME control module is located in the radiator tank near the right fender.
- If possible, before the DME control module is removed and replaced, a read-out of the vehicle data should be obtained from the Porsche System Tester.
- Symbol for the Tab key = "->|"







- The Porsche System Tester instructions take precedence and in the event of a discrepancy these are the instructions that must be followed. Deviations may occur with later software versions.

Obtaining read-out and saving vehicle data from DME control module
1. Connect the Porsche System Tester to the vehicle and start the System Tester. Switch on ignition. ">>" Continue.
2. Select vehicle type using the cursor keys.
3. Using the "->|" key, move from the vehicle type to the control modules.
4. Select DME with the cursor keys and press the ">>" key.
5. Select Control unit programming with the cursor keys and press the ">>" key.
6. Select Read out control unit (vehicle data) with the cursor keys and press the ">>" key.
7. The message Vehicle data read-out complete will appear on the screen of the Porsche System Tester.
8. After replacement of the DME control module, the vehicle data is installed in the menu Program control module.

Removing DME control module

ATTENTION: Risk of short circuit.
- Before removing the control unit, switch off the ignition.

NOTE: Unscrew the two fastening screws for the cowl panel cover and lift up the cover in this area.







1. Push the two retaining clips aside -arrows- and remove control unit to the front.







2. Pull out latch on both connectors in -direction of arrow- and remove the connectors.

Installing DME control module







1. Insert both connectors into the control unit and push in latch in -direction of arrow-.







2. Insert control unit and secure with the two retaining clips -arrow-.