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Porsche Boxster/Cayman (981) coding: hidden features
Short answer: Our catalogue lists 22 features for the Porsche Boxster/Cayman (981) in 7 categories; the largest are convenience (5), retrofit (5) and screens and instruments (4). We work with PIWIS. Whether a feature fits your car is confirmed at the diagnosis.
| Versions | Boxster, Boxster S/GTS/Spyder, Cayman, Cayman S/GTS/GT4 |
|---|---|
| Chassis | 981 |
| Model years | 2012-2016 |
| Features in the catalogue | 22 |
| Categories | 7 |
| With a condition (option or equipment needed) | 11 |
| Software | PIWIS |
| Workshop | Rotterdam & Waddinxveen, by appointment |
For the Porsche Boxster/Cayman (981) (Boxster, Boxster S/GTS/Spyder, Cayman, Cayman S/GTS/GT4; chassis 981; model years 2012-2016) our catalogue lists 22 features in 7 categories. Below you see per category what we can switch on or retrofit.
Each feature shows how certain we are: “likely possible” means several independent sources confirm it; “checked at diagnosis” means it differs from car to car. Final compatibility is always confirmed at the diagnosis of your car.
Seven Tuning works in Rotterdam and Waddinxveen: the workshop is in Waddinxveen and serves Rotterdam and the surrounding area. Remote coding works anywhere in the Netherlands and abroad, when the job allows it.
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Convenience (5)
Extra wipe after washing
After washing the windscreen the wiper makes one more wipe a few seconds later, so no drips are left.
Windows, roof and top from the key
Holding the unlock or lock button on the key opens or closes all windows, the sunroof or the convertible top.
Condition: Incl. Boxster roof
Start-stop – remember last setting
If you switch start-stop off, it stays off at the next start too. No need to press the button every trip.
We prefer “remember last setting”; the final setting is agreed together.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Check on diagnosis
Service interval setting
After maintenance the service indicators are reset or adjusted, so the instrument cluster shows the correct next service.
New battery registration
After replacing the 12-volt battery, the new battery is registered so the charging system charges it properly and it lasts longer.
Retrofit (5)
CarPlay and Android Auto retrofit (PCM 3.1)
An interface behind the PCM 3.1 screen adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, often wireless too. The original system keeps working.
Condition: PCM 3.1 / CDR 3.1
Sport Chrono package retrofit
With the original clock, mode switch and coding, your Porsche gets Sport Plus, launch control (with PDK) and the lap timer of the Sport Chrono package.
Which functions you get depends on model year and gearbox.
Condition: Check on diagnosis
Rear-view camera retrofit
A camera at the rear shows the picture on the PCM screen when reversing, with guidelines where the system supports it.
Condition: PCM 3.1 with front and rear park sensors
Multifunction steering wheel or mode button retrofit
A steering wheel with control buttons, or an extra programmable button, is fitted and coded so you control audio, phone or driving functions from the wheel.
Condition: Check on diagnosis
Cruise control retrofit
A cruise control stalk is fitted and the engine and instrument modules are coded so you can hold a set speed.
Condition: Check on diagnosis
Screens and instruments (4)
Sport displays in the instrument cluster
Extra screens in the instrument cluster, such as boost pressure, a g-force meter, power and torque graphs and a menu with engine values.
Show actual coolant temperature
The temperature gauge shows the real coolant temperature instead of a smoothed middle position. Useful on track.
Gauge dial lighting always on
The rev counter and speedometer stay illuminated during the day too, for a sporty, easy-to-read look.
Turn off the upshift indicator
The arrow or triangle that tells you when to shift up disappears from the instrument cluster.
Safety (3)
Emergency brake light flashing – adjust
During an emergency stop the brake lights flash or the hazard lights come on to warn traffic behind you.
We agree the exact behaviour with you within the legal rules.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Seatbelt reminder – adjust
The seatbelt reminder is tuned to how you use the car, for example for the passenger seat when bags often lie on it.
Wearing a seatbelt stays mandatory; the exact setting is agreed with you in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Tyre pressure monitoring – track setting
Tyre pressure monitoring gets a track setting, so hot tyres with different pressures do not trigger false warnings.
Intended for track use; the setting is agreed together.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Check on diagnosis
Lighting (2)
Daytime running lights – together with sidelights
With the daytime running lights on, the sidelights or the four LED points light up as well, often dimmed. The light signature looks more complete during the day.
We agree the exact light behaviour with you in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Daytime running lights in the vehicle menu
A daytime running light option appears in the settings menu, so you can set it yourself.
Legal requirements for daytime running lights still apply; we agree the setting together.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Driving and performance (2)
Active spoiler speed setting
The speed at which the active rear spoiler extends, or its position, is adjusted, for example with an aftermarket spoiler.
The spoiler adds stability at high speed; we advise a safe setting.
Condition: Check on diagnosis
Sportier steering calibration (GT software)
The power steering gets the calibration of the GT models: more feel and less assistance. Often chosen for track use.
The steering feels heavier at low speed.
Condition: Check on diagnosis
Comfort (1)
Mirrors folding on lock
The door mirrors fold in automatically when you lock the car and out again when you unlock it. Nice in narrow streets and car parks.
Condition: With electrically folding mirrors; check on diagnosis
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Frequently asked questions
Which versions does this page cover?
Boxster, Boxster S/GTS/Spyder, Cayman, Cayman S/GTS/GT4, chassis 981, model years 2012-2016.
Does my car need certain options?
For some features it does: 11 of the 22 features have a condition, such as specific equipment or a software version. We check it at the diagnosis before we switch anything on.
How do I request features?
Book through the website or send your plate number via WhatsApp, with the features you want. We tell you what is possible on your car.
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