Instrument Cluster / Carrier: Service and Repair

Removing And Installing Instrument Cluster

Technical values







Removing instrument cluster

Overview







Removing instrument cluster
Remove left dashboard cover
Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.







1. Use a plastic spatula to unclip the trim panel -a- from the upper cover at the left and right.







2. Unscrew the two fastening screws -1- for dashboard insert (cover for instrument cluster).
3. Unscrew fastening screws for instrument cluster -2-.
4. Press in the dashboard insert (cover for instrument cluster) at the side to unclip -Arrows A-, lift the front slightly -Arrow B - and unscrew the fastening screw -3-.







5. First pull the dashboard insert (cover for instrument cluster) -b- to the rear -Arrow A- then remove it upwards -Arrow B-.







6. Pull forward instrument cluster and fold forward.
7. Fold up locking mechanism -B- and pull off connectors -A-.
8. Remove instrument cluster.

Installing instrument cluster







1. Position instrument cluster, then push on connector -A- and lock it -B- until it is felt to engage.
2. Fold back instrument cluster and position in instrument panel.







3. Place dashboard insert (cover for instrument cluster) -b- in the installation position -arrow-.







4. Lift dashboard insert (cover for instrument cluster) slightly at the front and -Arrow A- insert the fastening screw -3- but do not screw it down.
5. Push dashboard insert (cover for instrument cluster) completely to the front -Arrows B- and tighten fastening screw -3-.
6. Press dashboard insert (cover for instrument cluster) downwards and secure with fastening screws -1 and 2- - Tightening torque: 1.0 ftlb. - Tightening torque: 1.0 ftlb.







7. Insert trim panel -a- and press at top against dashboard insert (cover for instrument cluster) until the clips are felt to engage.

Install left dashboard cover.

Programming instrument cluster

INFORMATION:
- In the instrument cluster is also the gateway control unit. When replacing the instrument cluster, the values read out in the Instrument cluster menu must also be written in the gateway control unit.
- If the control unit is replaced, it must be programmed and coded using the Porsche System Tester. This is to adapt the control unit to the vehicle and equipment.
- If possible, before the control unit is removed and replaced, a read-out of the vehicle data should be obtained using the Porsche System Tester.
- During coding, it is essential to guarantee the power supply for the Porsche System Tester. It is essential to connect a battery charger with a current rating of at least 40 A to the vehicle battery.
- 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.
- The procedure described here has been structured in general terms; different texts or additions may appear in the Porsche System Tester.

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 units.
4. Select Instrument cluster with the cursor keys and press the >> key.
5. Select Control unit replacement with the cursor keys and press the >> key
6. Select Read out values (codings) and press the >> key.
7. The message Coding read-out complete will appear on the screen of the Porsche System Tester. Press the >> key.
8. Switch off ignition and replace instrument cluster Removing instrument cluster.
9. Switch on ignition. After replacement of the control unit, the vehicle data are installed under the menu Write in data (see Section 6). Press the >> key.
10. System Tester displays Coding write-in complete. Press the >> key.
11. Follow the instructions on the Tester.
12. Go back to the control unit overview and select Gateway control unit.
13. In the Control unit replacement menu, press >> to continue.
14. Under the menu Write in data, the data read out (see Step 6) are installed. Press the >> key.
15. System Tester displays Coding write-in complete. Press the >> key.
16. Quit menu, switch off ignition, lock then unlock vehicle and read out fault memory once more.