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Fitment notes: Battery located in front trunk (frunk); European DIN standard size H6/L2
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Every control module on the 1984-1989 Porsche 911 Turbo (930) — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Instrument Cluster (Kombi)2.0 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Dashboard, behind instrument panel
⚠️ Primarily analog/mechanical with electronic speedometer on later models. Odometer is mechanical; mileage transfer not applicable. No electronic coding required.
Anti-lock Brake System Control Unit (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front luggage compartment, driver side wheel well area or mounted to ABS hydraulic unit
🔧 PST1 or basic scan tool for bleeding procedure
⚠️ Optional equipment on later 930 models (1987-1989). Bosch ABS 2 system. Requires hydraulic bleeding and system initialization after replacement. No VIN coding but may require wheel speed sensor calibration.
Digital Motor Electronics (DME)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, passenger side firewall or under passenger seat depending on model year
🔧 Porsche System Tester PST1/PST2
⚠️ Bosch Motronic system introduced 1984-1986 model years (varies by market). Early units may require EPROM replacement for updates rather than flash programming. Module replacement typically requires basic adaptation at dealer.
Radio Head Unit (Radio)0.8 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Center console, dashboard radio slot
⚠️ Becker or Blaupunkt units typical. May require radio code entry after battery disconnect but no module coding. Aftermarket replacement common.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 1984 Porsche 911 Turbo (930) 3.3L H6 Turbo and can vary by trim.
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