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  1. Richard Hamilton
    For clarity, I should say again that this only applies to 9x7 cars. 9x6 cars have to be programmed the original way, using the key tag code.
  2. Richard Hamilton
    As I said in the other thread, you need the IPAS codes to get in to the key programming routine, but no key-specific codes.
  3. Richard Hamilton
    Yes, you need the IPAS codes to get to the key programming routine with PIWIS, but you don't need any key-specific codes like you used to with the 9x6. I've never programmed a Cayenne key, so I don't know, and Panamera would need PIWIS2, and I haven't seen one up close.
  4. Richard Hamilton
    I have a CTek XS3600 conditioner. I have a permanent connection to the battery on both my cars, and swap it over to whichever car I'm not using. I run the charger cable between the front lid and windscreen, and plug it in to the socket, which it cable-tied to the plastic cover.
  5. Richard Hamilton
    Mine was a pre-MOST system, so I didn't have the same issues. You'll lose the radio info, etc, in the instrument cluster display, but that's about the only downside. The speaker arrangement you describe sounds a bit odd. Do you have an amplifier? If it isn't Bose, it may have a Harman amp, or maybe no amp at all. It would be best to find out exactly what you have before you start. If you drop me a PM with your VIN, I could look it up for you.
  6. Richard Hamilton
    The snag is that PCM2 uses the fibre optic MOST loop to transmit sound and control data between head unit, amp, CD changer, telephone, etc. You can add aftermarket Bluetooth and/or iPod interface devices, but they are quite expensive new. I bought used items on eBay, and spent about £150 for the two. The alternative is to remove head unit, amp, CDC, phone, etc, and start again. You could connect a new head unit direct to the speakers, but the speakers for Bose systems can be odd impedances, so you would need to check that too. On my 996T I fitted a Pioneer 2-din nav system, and connected direct to the speakers, which I replaced with Pioneer eMotion ones. It sounded pretty reasonable.
  7. Richard Hamilton
    Probably, assuming it was from the same car. MY2002-on had the pyrotechnic seat belt tensioners, and early cars didn't have POSIP, so it might need re-coding to match the equipment in your car.
  8. Richard Hamilton
    I'm not sure that is correct. When you program the alarm module on a 9x7 for new keys, you start the process from scratch. First step is to specify the number of keys you are programming, and then you insert the first key in the ignition, switch on, press the remote button, and then remove it. Then insert the second key and repeat, until you have programmed them all. It doesn't matter what order you do it, so you are effectively programming pre-used keys to the car. For each key it reads the signals from the remote itself. It isn't like the older 9x6 system, whereby the remote code was entered manually from the tag on the new key, into one of the key registers on the alarm module.
  9. Richard Hamilton
    If you change the airbag control module for a new one, you will need to have it "locked" with a Porsche tester. They come "unlocked" and you need the tester to activate it.
  10. Richard Hamilton
    The lid release actuator is to the left side of the car (left, as in if you were sitting in the car). I think the transmitter for the Homelink is in the area you have marked. Do you have the Homelink option?
  11. Richard Hamilton
    You will probably get those error codes because the battery was disconnected. You should clear the faults and see if they come back. Like I said, if the engine cranks, I don't think it can be the immobiliser.
  12. Richard Hamilton
    I would imagine the 987 key is 3-button, and the 997 Cab a 2-button, but I'm not sure. I would think that if the 3-button remote is programmed to a "2-button car" then the 3rd button would do nothing. During programming, you only press the door lock button, which would be the same for both. One would assume that the front lid button would be coded the same on both key types.
  13. Richard Hamilton
    If the engine cranks, I don't think your problem will be the PAS immobiliser. If the immobiliser is active it would inhibit the starter motor. I think I would try to check if the fuel pump is running.
  14. Richard Hamilton
    You should be able to get the car reprogrammed to the key with a PIWIS tester. The 9x7 procedure for reprogramming reads the radio frequency from the key head. Obviously, you will need to buy a new blade.
  15. Richard Hamilton
    In addition to that, you could try a system reboot, by pressing the 1, 4 and 8 buttons at the same time.
  16. Richard Hamilton
    That's not an alarm unit - it is a sensor for the PSM according to the part number. On a LHD car, the alarm unit is under the DRIVER'S seat.
  17. Richard Hamilton
    IIRC you can get to the lower one without removing the front PU. And yes, they do fail surprisingly often.
  18. Richard Hamilton
    Are you sure they were working before? Coding won't make any difference to the horns. They are completely hard wired, not connected to any control module.
  19. Richard Hamilton
    Richard Thanks for this. Are you saying that any time you disconnect the battery you need to do this. Even if the car is unlocked ? Also if I do this to eliminate the tilt sensor won't the alarm system not activate properly when I do alarm ? Regards Karl That's what we have to do in the UK, and I suspect it will be the same for you. As RFM says, if you remove them permanently, you would need to get the system re-coded to remove the sensor. Unplugging it will probably mean that you will get a single beep when you lock the car - just like you would if you left a lid open. It will lock and arm the system even if they are unplugged.
  20. Richard Hamilton
    I would unplug the tilt sensor and alarm siren. At least it would take those items out of the equation. On UK cars with the siren and tilt sensor, you have to switch the ignition to position 1 on the key, before disconnecting the battery. This stops the siren from sounding when you disconnect. It may be worth doing this when unplugging the siren and/or tilt sensor.
  21. Richard Hamilton
    As a Contributing Member, you can download the TSB which shows the fitting and programming instructions. Go to DIY Tools>Porsche TSBs>987-1 and search for PCM.
  22. Richard Hamilton
    As Loren says, getting a proper diagnostic check will show what is causing the alarm to go off. However, random false alarms like this are sometimes caused by a faulty interior monitoring sensor. If you double-lock the car (two presses of the button, or two turns of the key) it will disable the interior monitoring. It might be worth a try. Also, if you have the optional tilt sensor and siren, the tilt sensor can often fill with water. On the early 996's, these were fitted to the right hand side of the battery (as you look at it). The sensor has a clear casing, so you can see if it has water in it. (Photo courtesy of Tool Pants)
  23. Richard Hamilton
    Ferdinand "Butzi" Porsche, designer of the 911 passed away today, age 76. RIP Butzi, and thank you for the cars that give us so much pleasure. http://www.insideline.com/porsche/911-designer-butzi-porsche-dead-at-76.html
  24. Richard Hamilton
    I don't think 91.20.19 exists in the 996 manual. As for the other two, I'll drop you a PM.
  25. Richard Hamilton
    Have you tried doing a system reboot? Press and hold the 1, 4, and 8 buttons at the same time.
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