Is the PCM on my 2005 Cayenne working?

I have a 2005 cayenne s. The PCM had been working fine up until the last few months. Nearly everytime you get into the car now and start it up the PCM comes on however the SAT NAV, AMPLIFIER and PHONE will not work. PHONE, NAVAGATION & AMPLIFIER NOT AVAILABLE.

Why is my Porsche PCM not working properly?

To my surprise and the service managers surprise no faults were being registered, even though the system error message was clearly visible on the head unit. Stephen the service manager spoke with the head service specialist at the dealership and he said that in his opinion he thinks the problem lies with the BOSE AMPLIFIER in the boot.

What to do if your Porsche Cayenne has a defective fuse?

In order to prevent damage to the electrical system due to short circuits and overloads, fuses protect the individual circuits. Switch off the load with the defective fuse. Open the fuse box lid.

When do I need to update my Porsche navigation system?

If you are the owner of a Porsche that was purchased with a navigation system pre-installed in the dash, it is important to understand the process for updating the system when new maps or information become available.

How can I Fix my Porsche PCM system?

On three separate occasions i brought the car down to my local porsche dealership when the fault occured, but on each occassion ie ( after i got out of the car, locked it and went into find the service manager and came back out to the car) it had reset and was working. Making me to look like an absolute twat.!!!

Where do I find the GPS part number on my Porsche?

Locate the Owner’s Manual that came with the vehicle and search for the part number that is associated with the GPS system that is installed in the vehicle. Part numbers are usually located in the back of the manual.

What to do if your Porsche set list is corrupted?

The only way to correct a corrupted Set List is with the Porsche factory PIWIS tester in the hands of an experienced technician. If you have no aftermarket parts installed and the Set List order is confirmed as correct, then performing a vehicle handover with the PIWIS tester thus rebooting the system (the car) is in order.

Where is the set list on the Porsche PCM?

There are a number of buttons on the bottom of the PCM fascia just below the screen. Push the far left (Main) and the one second to far right (Trip) buttons simultaneously and hold them down for approximately one second. This will populate a list on the PCM screen which is known as the “Set List”.

How can I tell if my Porsche is on diagnostics?

PHONE, NAVAGATION & AMPLIFIER NOT AVAILABLE. I spoke to the specialist at my local Porsche dealership about this and he said he would need to get the car onto the diagnostics to identify the fault. I arranged to bring the car down to him when the fault appeared again.

How does the PCM work on a car?

For example, the Navigation system can be displayed in the interaction area in the middle of the screen while the driver uses the telephone function at the right of the screen at the same time. The PCM also allows input via handwriting recognition and voice control.

Are there any problems with the Porsche Cayenne?

Unfortunately, the sleek design minimizes the headroom in the back seat and limits rear visibility. Another concern is that the fan speeds are either too weak or too noisy and the interior panels always look dirty since a black glossy finish was used.

Can a Porsche be fitted with an amplifier?

Of course an AMPLIFIER isint cheap £800 fitted i believe, and this mighnt even been the cause of the fault. Stephen therefore said he would speak directly with Porsche in Germany and the UK to see if they had come across problems like this before and whether they would be prepared to provide an Amplifier on SALE OF RETURN.

How much does it cost to fix a Porsche Cayenne?

The estimated cost for repairing this problem is $3,500 and not covered by the manufacturer. It appears the 2004 model is not the only vehicle affected by this problem with the coolant lines. In February 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Porsche.

Are there any problems with the Porsche Cayenne V8?

In February 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Porsche. Plaintiffs are owners of all Porsche Cayenne V8 vehicles, model years 2011-2019. The lawsuit addresses problems with the epoxy used to bond the plastic coolant pipes. Over time, the adhesive tends to degrade even under regular driving conditions.

When did the Porsche Cayenne 955 come out?

As with many of Porsche’s cars, it isn’t without its issues. In this article, we will cover the most common problems with the first-generation Porsche Cayenne (9PA) Chassis E1, known as the 955 or first-generation Cayenne manufactured from 2003–2010. The 955 Porsche Cayenne came with two different engines when it was first released.

Where does the coolant come from on a Porsche Cayenne?

Most of the brittle cooling related parts are under the intake manifold on the Cayenne V8. Coming out the back of the thermostat housing is a hard plastic transfer pipe that runs to the back of the engine. When it cracks, it leaks coolant into the valley of the engine.