Fitment notes: AGM battery required; located in front trunk; battery management system must be reset after replacement
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Every control module on the 2018-2020 Porsche Panamera GTS — 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.
Gateway Control Unit (Gateway)2.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, center behind PCM
🔧 PIWIS III + PPN subscription
⚠️ Central security module, all other modules may require recoding after replacement
Transmission Control Unit (TCU)2.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
Park Assist Control Unit (ParkAssist)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper, behind trim panel
🔧 PIWIS III
⚠️ Sensor calibration required
Seat Memory Control Unit (Seat Module)0.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver/passenger seat
🔧 Autel MaxiSys Elite or PIWIS
⚠️ Memory positions lost, reprogramming by user possible
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.
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera GTS and Panamera Turbo vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of specific model names and model years. Humidity may enter the external coolant pump for the climate control system and cause an electrical short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the external coolant pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed March 6, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available, anticipated July 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA1.
Performance
Horsepower
453hp
Torque
457lb-ft
0–60 mph
3.9sec
Quarter mile
12.2sec
Top speed
180mph
Fuel economy (EPA)
City
16mpg
Highway
23mpg
Combined
19mpg
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
Capability & size
Curb weight
4,365lb
EPA class
Large Cars
Wiper blades
Second generation (971) Panamera; sedan body style has no rear wiper
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 2019 Porsche Panamera GTS 4.0L Twin Turbo V8 and can vary by trim.
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