Mysterious Connector In Engine Compartment

[Octane4evr]

It appears that the PO has done some electrical work on my 2003 C4S. Any idea what this connector might be for? I found it when I removed the air box and was looking at the wiring for the passenger side O2 sensors which were throwing a code. Looks like an amateur hack for sure and doesn't match Porsche style connectors. The wires go into the factory harness. Any help would be appreciated.

[judgejon]

I wonder if its a connection to some sort of computer chip reprogramming device that doesn't work through the OBC port under the dash like a Durametric would.

Or, it could be the auto-deploy parachute braking activation for hard braking from over 175mph?

Interesting looking connection.  I think there likely will be some informed replies.  Cheers,

 

[Ahsai]

It looks like the connector for emission testing. It plugs into a holder next to the right engine mount (same holder for the bank 2 O2 sensor connectors). It doesn't connect to anything and you can just leave it alone in the holder.

[judgejon]

Thanks, Ahsai.  Good catch.  Makes good sense.  And makes me wonder if those suspect VW cars had a similar emission testing connection.

[Porschedane]

Does it have the towing package?  It could be the trailer hookup!

[Octane4evr]

Porschedane, that explains the electric brake knob under the dash! 

 

Ahsai, thanks for the info! I won't worry about it.

[brwilson]

Connection for automatic spoiler/fan/brake light?


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