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2014 PORSCHE 918 SPYDER

4.6L V8 HybridAWDAUTOMATIChybridMR8.01
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Every control module on the 2014-2015 Porsche 918 Spyder — 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.
Inverter Control Unit (ICU)3.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front luggage compartment, mounted above electric motors
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Controls DC-AC conversion for electric motors; high-voltage component requiring specialized training
Rear Axle Steering Control Unit (RAS)2.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear subframe area, near rear axle assembly
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Active rear-wheel steering system; requires precise alignment and calibration; safety-critical system
Digital Motor Electronics (Front Electric Motors) (DME EM)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front luggage compartment area, near electric motor assembly
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Controls front electric motors; requires VIN coding and hybrid system adaptation
Electric Power Steering Control Unit (EPS)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column area, behind dashboard
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Electric power steering; requires steering angle sensor calibration
Porsche Doppelkupplung Transmission Control Unit (PDK TCU)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear engine compartment, mounted on transmission
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ 7-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission; requires adaptation to DME and HCU; component protection active
Anti-lock Brake System Control Unit (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front luggage compartment, left side
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Integrated with PSM and brake-by-wire system; requires bleeding and calibration
Instrument Cluster (KOMBI)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind steering wheel
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Digital TFT display cluster; requires VIN coding and mileage programming; component protection active
Climate Control Unit (CCU)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind center console HVAC controls
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Automatic climate control; requires calibration for hybrid thermal management
Airbag Control Unit (ACU)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center tunnel, below center console
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Requires crash data clearing and component protection matching; VIN coding mandatory
Gateway Control Unit (Gateway)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, left side footwell area
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Central CAN gateway with security functions; replacement requires online authentication and all module re-adaptation
Telephone Control Unit (TCU)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind dashboard, center area near PCM
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Bluetooth and cellular connectivity; requires VIN coding and feature activation
Door Control Unit (Door Module)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside each door panel (2 modules)
🔧 PIWIS II/III or Autel
⚠️ Window, mirror, and lock control; basic coding for feature activation; sold per door
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS+)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Each headlight assembly (left and right)
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ LED headlight control modules; requires aiming calibration after replacement; sold per side
Kessy Control Unit (KESSY)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, left side near steering column
🔧 PIWIS II/III + PPN
⚠️ Keyless entry and immobilizer; requires key programming and component protection; online authentication mandatory
Exhaust Flap Control Unit (Exhaust)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear engine compartment, near exhaust system
🔧 PIWIS II/III or Autel
⚠️ Active exhaust valve control; basic coding for DME communication
Sound Package Plus Amplifier (Amplifier)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front luggage compartment, left side panel
🔧 PIWIS II/III or Autel
⚠️ Premium audio amplifier; basic coding for PCM communication
Park Assist Control Unit (ParkAssist)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear trunk area, left side panel
🔧 PIWIS II/III or Autel
⚠️ Parking sensors and camera integration; basic coding for sensor calibration
Seat Memory Control Unit (Seat Module)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver and passenger seats (2 modules)
🔧 PIWIS II/III or Autel
⚠️ Memory seat functions; basic coding for feature activation; sold per seat
Rear View Camera Module (RVC)0.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper, center above license plate
🔧 PIWIS II/III or Autel
⚠️ Reversing camera; basic coding for PCM integration
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