Kevin M.

I recently switched out my cluster for one with aluminum dials.. I didn't have time to take it to the dealer to get re-programmed for the miles.. so I switched it myself.. While I was at the Concours in Monterey I had a 1/4 of tank left and almost ran out of gas.. So obviously the new cluster's gauge is a little off. I recall there is a way that the dealer can change the gauge from going through the first half of the tank faster then the last half of the tank.. (which is how mine currently is) Is there a setting in the cluster programmed by the dealer? Going through the 2nd tank of gas was the same scenario, I filled up at 1/4 of tank.. and it was really on E

Any thoughts?

Thanks Jeff!! It seemed to work for me.. hope others can benefit... just don't come looking for me if you burn your dash :cursing:

I think I read that the battery needs to be disconnected so the airbag light doesn't go on? Also when the dealer transfer the milage over..does he do that with the computer PST2 from the port, or does he hook something up to the actual cluster?

I just pulled off the doors sills as well.. just used a tool to get under it.. then it just kinda broke off and pulled off.. it wasn't pretty..

Hey Glad to see you made it here!!! Loren's board is definite asset to the Porsche community!! Enjoy!

Well I moved it... the easiest way to to it is remove the side panels on the console. that makes it easier to get the wires.. Also you need the new cover that goes around the AC control unit.. $5 part #996 552 339 00

No other brackets are needed.. there is actually 2 holes for the AC unit to screw into this location.

Thanks Don!!

Some other tips for you guys... get one of those kitchen sponges..one side yellow the other side a rug green material.. Apply the acholol to that and it comes off a lot easier.. It didn't leave much of that white film as did with just using a towel.. Also I had some old black wax.. the kind that is used to touch up paint chips.. its kind of a ink type of wax.. this blacken it back nicely and then I applied some tire dressing for a nice finish.... just my $.02

Problem solved.. for anyone that may encounter this... here is a tip.. When you remove the door panel make sure that this wire (see picture)

is not behind a hole where a screw goes in :)

The wire in between the 2 screw holes at the top got spliced causing the alarm to lock then unlock, and also left the interior

lights on the whole time..

Just had a aftermarket stereo system installed and after it was all put in we tried the factory alarm and it locked then unlocked a second later! Also the interior lights won't shut off and using the manual lock on the dash does not work... We removed the factory deck and amp...

we grounded the wire that was connected to the amp but that was useless... It seems that it is sensing that something is open.. when everything is closed.. The aftermarket alarm does the same thing... locks then unlocks.. Has anyone had this problem?

So what is the best solution for this? What chemicals won't harm the visor?

Loren,

I'm moving the AC control from here..

to here..

I just wanted to be sure the dealer order the right bracket... and is ther anything else

needed for this move?

Hey Chris!! Doing good.. just trying to stay cool!! you must be busy pulling teeth.. haven't seen you around lately..

Are you enjoying your new toy?

You were correct.. I am removing both the storage comapartment and the sills... Great thanks again for the info..

No need for a hair dryer in Fresno its 105 already :cursing:

Loren,

I was able to remove the piece that holds the umbrella.. but the entry gaurd with the Carrera writing was not coming out..

In the middle there was a little slot where you could get under it.. I pulled pretty good but quit before I screwed something

up....Im replacing it so if it does break its no biggy... just thought you or Tool Pants may have a tip before I yank away again!!

Great thanks Guys!!

Great thanks Loren!!

Its a surprise Don :)

Loren,

Do you have a PDF on removing the entry gaurds and the little storage compartment where the umbrella goes?

Drivers and passanger side.

Thanks!

Just bought the Factory Cupholders part number 000-044-801-91.. Is there a how to on installing.. it looks like a Rubics Cube :)

Wow those are Cool!! Any chance they will do a red & Clear one for the Cayenne?

Ahh yes... pulling the seat all the forward makes it simple to get to.. perfect thanks Loren!

Loren, the seat belt actually goes through this piece so does the one end of the seat belt have to come off in order to get it through?

Eric.. painted or replace with black.. I don't think it comes in Carbon..

Does it come with just the plate no switches?

I need it in Savannah...

Hey Loren,

How does this piece come off? Please don't tell me I have to remove the seats and take the seat

belts out.. I have a feeling this is what I need to do..

Here is the piece

Kevin,

Thanks for all the help, I appreciate it.  One more question, where did you find the nice red battery cable.  You had said you needed a longer one, where did you get it?  Did it come with the battery?

My local battey shop had it.. Im sure Pep Boys or any parts place like that would have them..