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Installation

Wireless Apple CarPlay Installation Guide for Porsche 911 with PCM 3.1

Prerequisites

  • A Porsche with PCM 3.1 (with Navi Button)
    • 2012-2016 911 (991.1)
    • 2012-2016 Porsche Cayman
    • 2012-2016 Porsche Boxster
    • 2014-2016 Porsche Macan
    • 2010-2016  Panamera
    • 2010-2017 Cayenne
  • iOS and Android Phone Operating System
  • Basic tools (screwdrivers, trim removal tools)
  • Familiarity with car electronics (if you are not comfortable working with car electronics we recommend that you arrange professional installation)

Steps

  1. Preparation
    • Disconnect the car battery
    • Remove any trim panels
    • Unscrew and Remove the PCM unit from the dashboard
  2. Connect the CarPlay Module (we recommend watching the youtube video for visual instructions)
    • Locate the main harness behind the PCM and unclip the PCM.
    • Remove 5 screws on PCM and and slide it open.
    • Unclip wire ribbon attached to the CD player. 
    • Install 3 stand-off screws into screw holed in original board. 
    • Unclip two remaining ribbon cables.
    • Install 2 new ribbon cables (side blue to match original blue side)
    • Install new USB and Power cables as well as the antennas and clip into new circuit board 
    • Reattached the ribbon cables and close the PCM
  3. Reassemble and Test
    • Connect the new wring loom to the existing wiring. 
    • Reconnect the PCM unit
    • Reconnect the car battery
    • Power on the system and test the wireless CarPlay functionality
Notes
  • This installation may void your vehicle's warranty
  • Consider professional installation if you're unsure about any steps
  • Specific steps may vary depending on the exact CarPlay module model