DIY Maintenance and Modification
- Nuclear Nick
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- Joined: Wed Feb 17, 2016 3:42 pm
- Location: Bristol
OK, thanks Guy. I can understand you not hooking it up to the Macan! Wonder what caused that shutdown. It's one thing nowadays to carry out mechanical mods and servicing but the electrics and electronics can be a minefield. Both my bikes have Can Bus systems and so attaching electrical accessories has required a separate fuse block connected to the battery in order to keep everything away from the ECUs.
Nick
Defender 90 V8
991.2 C2 GTS
Macan Turbo - sold
BMW K1300S, BMW R1250 GSA
Defender 90 V8
991.2 C2 GTS
Macan Turbo - sold
BMW K1300S, BMW R1250 GSA
Further to this thread, someone on the US Forum has just posted a link to the Macan Service Manual: https://1drv.ms/f/s!AvJUDGTSXHiKpRXi4etSmDDpgxiW
Clearly you use at your own risk! I have had a quick look and there is some useful stuff there for DIYers.
Clearly you use at your own risk! I have had a quick look and there is some useful stuff there for DIYers.
I had a more in depth look last night. There's some very useful stuff in there, not just for DIYers, but anyone interested in how their Macan is put together. Some highlights from my perspective:
- A list of accepted 'panel gaps' (enables you to talk to the OPC from a position of strength!)
- How to adjust boot/bonnet closure to ensure a good fit.
- Wiring diagrams: a real bonus for those hard-wiring dashcams, upgrading speakers, or retrofitting tow-bars etc
- How to remove/disassemble trim: again very useful for dashcams, phone mounts etc.
- Detailed lists of what is done during routine servicing
- Accepted brake disc thickness tolerances (I didn't realise that they have a wear indicator)
Of course I realise that most forum members are more interested in ordering their next Macan/911 etc than delving into the mechanics/electronics of their current car, but hopefully a few more adventurous people will find it invaluable. I will certainly make use of the contents, and not just when my (recently extended) warranty has expired. I am surprised that it was available for download!
That's a thing of beauty - thanks!Guy wrote: ↑Thu Sep 06, 2018 4:47 pm Further to this thread, someone on the US Forum has just posted a link to the Macan Service Manual: https://1drv.ms/f/s!AvJUDGTSXHiKpRXi4etSmDDpgxiW
Clearly you use at your own risk! I have had a quick look and there is some useful stuff there for DIYers.
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