plherbert
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Just thought I would share a recent positive from my Porsche warranty and OPC.
I ordered the software map upgrade to bring my 2010 PCM system up to date with the latest maps. The part is apparently a one time use only software code which would you believe was on back order from Germany. Having waited for it to come into stock, I was told the process (which seemed in line with other users experiences on this forum) was to slowly build up the firmware in order that it would accept the new maps. I was running version 1.41 so I think there were a fair few versions to go through.
However after an hour or so of trying the OPC advised they would need to carry out further diagnostics and consult with Porsche as the PCM would simply not up date at all. After carrying out further checks I was advised the system would need to be replaced under warranty. Hey ho 48hrs later I'm now the owner of a brand new PCM system. I can't believe what on the face of it appears to be exactly the same hardware there has been a need to replace it, but clearly I'm not complaining. The OPC advised they had seen this before, has anyone else had this experience? Ironically the new system is delivered blank and they still need to update the firmware and load the map software which I found a little strange but now it takes the 7 digit postcode and is all in fine working order.
I haven't checked the latest firmware on mine yet, does anyone know what this should be? I think the PCM 3.0 was used in the 991.1 but isn't the latest PCM 4.0? Any thoughts, knowledge, comments appreciated.
I ordered the software map upgrade to bring my 2010 PCM system up to date with the latest maps. The part is apparently a one time use only software code which would you believe was on back order from Germany. Having waited for it to come into stock, I was told the process (which seemed in line with other users experiences on this forum) was to slowly build up the firmware in order that it would accept the new maps. I was running version 1.41 so I think there were a fair few versions to go through.
However after an hour or so of trying the OPC advised they would need to carry out further diagnostics and consult with Porsche as the PCM would simply not up date at all. After carrying out further checks I was advised the system would need to be replaced under warranty. Hey ho 48hrs later I'm now the owner of a brand new PCM system. I can't believe what on the face of it appears to be exactly the same hardware there has been a need to replace it, but clearly I'm not complaining. The OPC advised they had seen this before, has anyone else had this experience? Ironically the new system is delivered blank and they still need to update the firmware and load the map software which I found a little strange but now it takes the 7 digit postcode and is all in fine working order.
I haven't checked the latest firmware on mine yet, does anyone know what this should be? I think the PCM 3.0 was used in the 991.1 but isn't the latest PCM 4.0? Any thoughts, knowledge, comments appreciated.