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Hi Guys, Don't know if this is the correct section to use but here we go. Is it possible to retrofit cruise control to my 2008 987 Cayman 2.7. If so how easy is it? does it need coding? Does anyone know the part numbers of the parts I need. Thanks  

For parts I believe you'll need to locate: 1x 99762267400 Wiring Harness Cruise Control 1x 9976132610001 Switch Cruise Control 4x N90906802 Torx Screw M 2,5 X 2,6 X 43,5-D The wiring harness plugs into the back of control board plate. You'll probably need PIWIS or Durametric to code the car.  

red_stapler said: For parts I believe you'll need to locate: 1x 99762267400 Wiring Harness Cruise Control 1x 9976132610001 Switch Cruise Control 4x N90906802 Torx Screw M 2,5 X 2,6 X 43,5-D The wiring harness plugs into the back of control board plate. You'll probably need PIWIS or Durametric to code the car. Click to expand...

you do not need to remove the steering wheel - all in, its about an hour job absolute max  

Is it something you've done yourself? Just ordered the cruise stalk, loom and cowl. Once it arrives I'll have to find someone to code it.  

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jimohara said: hi George, yes I done it myself and then got it coded at an OPC I didn't buy a new cowl though, I just used a Dremel on the existing one you will need the 2 screws for securing the stalk - it may actually come with them its fairly straightforward though unscrew the cowl - was enough sit the cowl in position and plug in the loom - all the connections are there - very simple then comes securing the stalk - there are 2 long screws that secure the stalk in place - one cant be accessed without taking the steering wheel off, but having searched this, most people just use the one screw (see my thread below) as it is not moving anywhere. I however 'dremelled' out a little space for a small nut and pushed that into where the crew head would be (left hand arrow on my picture - on the workbench obviously), and inserted the screw from the rear - its really not necessary, but I just did it anyway then put your cowls together and fir the screws for these - make sore the cowls are lined up properly too any Q's give me a shout Help with cruise retrofit hi, wonder if anyone has done this ? removed the bottom cowl, stalk now in place, but can only access one hole to attach the stalk one hole is hidden once you put the stalk in place & anything ive read says install the 2 screws - you cannot access the 2nd screw - any ideas ??? www.boxa.net Click to expand...

that's my understanding - plus, I got a brand new 718 Boxster to use as a courtesy car while it was getting done - only had it couple of hours but it was worth it  

I would still say that the Foxwell NT530 would still be worth a try, especially if you were going to buy one anyway, before you pay the dealer. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk  

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One of the many upgrades we offer at Revolution Porsche is a retrofit cruise control solution.

You may well wonder whether a function to limit and control speed really has any place in a sports car that was designed for an exhilarating driving experience, but conditions for motorists have changed in recent years.

The introduction of average speed cameras on motorways, dual carriageways and in long sections of roadworks have made cruise control an attractive option for Porsche drivers.

Rather than trusting your right foot and having to check the speedo every few hundred yards, switching on the cruise control for the duration of the speed check area means you can relax and forget about the possibility of picking up a £100 fine and three points on your licence.

With more than 300 miles of the country’s roads being converted into ‘smart motorways’ with variable speed limits closely monitored by cameras, the chances of being fined for a momentary lapse in concentration are set to increase – particularly as the cameras are usually in operation 24 hours a day.

While the ‘smart motorways’ are a good idea for traffic management on stretches that are notoriously busy, some motorists have complained that they spend too much time focusing on the speedometer instead of the road while driving through them. The ability to control their speed with a quick adjustment of the cruise control stalk helps to avoid that distraction.

Avoiding speeding fines and points is not the only benefit of installing retrofit cruise control, as equipment manufacturers also claim the systems help to reduce driver fatigue and improve fuel efficiency. But, as you’ve chosen to buy a Porsche 911 or Boxster, we think we know which issue will be the most important for you.

At Revolution Porsche we regularly install retrofit cruise control to a wide range of Porsche models, helping to give our customers peace of mind that they won’t be caught out by speed cameras in controlled areas.

We supply and fit genuine Porsche cruise control stalks for:

• 996 C2 + C4 + Turbo (2002-2004): £469
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Add £50 to all the above prices if the 4 stalk including onboard computer and cruise is installed. These are the genuine Porsche stalk controls; we do not fit the cheaper single dash mounted button type.

• Gen 1 and 2 987/Cayman and 997: £450
• 981 Boxster/Cayman and 991:£475
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Porsche cruise control retrofit.

You may ask “why fit cruise control to my Porsche?” Well a cruise control retrofit is becoming one of the more frequent upgrade enquiries we receive from Porsche owners.

It has never been a more beneficial upgrade than it is today, with a more stringent approach to the enforcement of speed restrictions and an ever-growing network of smart motorways. These motorway systems operate a variable speed limit designed to ease congestion, but combined with the average speed limits imposed mainly through roadworks, can become a little distractive.

While we all understand the safety reasons behind these speed regulations, they can become quite arduous and distractive, with drivers sometimes spending more time watching their speedo than the road ahead.

This is why a Porsche cruise control upgrade can be such an attractive addition to any Porsche owner. Cruise control provides a simple electronic solution to maintaining a constant speed, with just a simple adjustment on a steering column stalk, it allows you to set a desired speed and maintain this through any restriction.

Cruise control not only allows you to focus more on your surroundings and the road ahead, but it has also been claimed to reduce driver fatigue and increase fuel economy.

At RPM our Porsche technicians are experienced in the correct installation of retrofit cruise control. We offer this service to a wide range of Porsche models and only use genuine Porsche control stalks.

The cost to retrofit cruise control to your Porsche

Our fitting prices are listed below, these prices include the basic parts and labour required to retrofit cruise control to your Porsche model, these prices may vary as they do not account for higher than standard dealer options or any other vehicle personalisation you may have. (prices are also subject to VAT)

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• Porsche 996 C2 (2000-2001) from £449
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• Porsche 997 Gen 1 (2005-2008) from £450
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• Porsche 991 (2012-2018 from £POA

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• Porsche 986 Boxster (2000-2002) from £449
• Porsche 986 Boxster (2003-2004) from £349
• Porsche 987 Gen 1 Boxster (2005-2008) from £450
• Porsche 987 Gen 2 Boxster (2009-2011) from £POA
• Porsche 981 Boxster (2012-2015) from £POA

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• Porsche 987 Gen 1 Cayman (2005-2008) from £450
• Porsche 987 Gen 2 Cayman (2009-2012) from £POA
• Porsche 981 Boxster (2013-2015) from £POA

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Fitting a cruise control

By Cito March 7, 2019 in 987 Cayman (2006-2012)

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one of the updates I would like to do at my Cayman, is to fit a cruise control.

For this, I think it make sense to replace the computer control with the cruise control stalk and fit a multi-function steering wheel to control the radio.

If this is correct I would need:

• Multi function steering wheel
• Cruise control stalk
• a cruise control unit (I am not sure about the name)

Is there anyone who has done this in the past?

Any thought/idea?

P.s. I am sorry for my poor English but I hope you understand me 🙂  

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you can get it retro-fitted at a Porsche OPC. I think it was about £600 in the UK when I last looked into it. Maybe someone can enlighten us.

6 minutes ago, MJ said: you can get it retro-fitted at a Porsche OPC. I think it was about £600 in the UK when I last looked into it. Maybe someone can enlighten us.

Thank you MJ,

I was wondering if I could have a list of bits to buy in order to fit them on my own, because it seems it is just a matter of a few bits (the stalk and what else...?).Probably the most difficult part is the coding...which I've got someone can do that for me.

Probably if I can find what to change, at the end I could save a few quids...

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It is a doddle to retrofit cruise on a 987, I did it on my Boxster years ago. Took less than 20 minutes.

I ended up getting the OPC to code it in though.

Total job cost around £350.

33 minutes ago, Malcolm E Cay said: It is a doddle to retrofit cruise on a 987, I did it on my Boxster years ago. Took less than 20 minutes.   I ended up getting the OPC to code it in though.   Total job cost around £350.  

i will let you know how it goes through.

31 minutes ago, Mavrik said: I've had cruise control on several of my cars over the years but have to say I think they're pretty pointless... Only used mine a handful of times (just cos it was there) ... 

A bit different for me. I don’t do a lot of highway, but the times I do , I feel a lot the missing. 

Its one of thise thing that you don’t feel the miss until you have not tried it...at least for me 🤓

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Can you buy all the parts necessary these days? I'd like to do this myself...

My friendly neighbourhood Porsche specialist quoted me £492 which is cheaper than Porsche but would like to save the pennies.

38 minutes ago, Tinners1983 said: Can you buy all the parts necessary these days? I'd like to do this myself...   My friendly neighbourhood Porsche specialist quoted me £492 which is cheaper than Porsche but would like to save the pennies.

I found the cruise stalk on eBay (in USA) and the 4 stalks (I did not find just the cruise alone) costed me 200 $ all included. Arriving today. On top of that you have to buy the steering wheel column lower panel. I found that always on eBay USA. Both, top and bottom,

paied 74 $ all included. Plus you have to find someone able to do the coding. To a specialist it should be around 80£. I am planning to sell the remaining bits after the mod, so you at the end I’m very far from the quote you got...

i will I’ll let you know as soon as I have done all...

31 minutes ago, Cito said:   I found the cruise stalk on eBay (in USA) and the 4 stalks (I did not find just the cruise alone) costed me 200 $ all included. Arriving today. On top of that you have to buy the steering wheel column lower panel. I found that always on eBay USA. Both, top and bottom, paied 74 $ all included. Plus you have to find someone able to do the coding. To a specialist it should be around 80£. I am planning to sell the remaining bits after the mod, so you at the end I’m very far from the quote you got...   i will I’ll let you know as soon as I have done all...   cheers, Andrea

Thanks Andrea. A better search of eBay has meant I've found the 4 stalk column and the panels for £331 delivered to me. Not bad. Is there a helpful "how to" guide around?

41 minutes ago, Tinners1983 said:     Thanks Andrea. A better search of eBay has meant I've found the 4 stalk column and the panels for £331 delivered to me. Not bad. Is there a helpful "how to" guide around?

I would say on you tube. There are plenty of videos. 

Lucky me, I found a guy who is going to help me to fit everything up and do the coding 

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How to - 986 Cruise Control Retrofit

By JonHoward42 June 28, 2014 in How To

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Sorry about the repeated section in post #4 - I don't seem to be able to edit the post any more and correct that. Can a moderator help me out here and remove the duplicated section?

Well that's the most comprehensive write up I think that I've seen, it must have taken a while to do. I did the cruise mod to my car (non e-gas) a few years ago and like you I made up the looms with fabric tape and soldered / heat shrink the joints. Like yours, I think you would have to look carefully to see that it wasn't done in the factory.

great write up!

Excellent guide, better than any I have seen on other sites..

I added cruise & OBC to mine a couple of years ago, the facelift cars are so much easier, you just have to remove the steering wheel and instrument cluster on those.

Thanks for the kind comments. It's my first how-to guide and came out a bit longer than I expected but hopefully someone will find it useful in the future.

In the coming weeks, I'll be doing a 996 instrument cluster upgrade. I've ordered a suitable instrument cluster from eBay, I just need to read up on the coding process. I'll write up a how-to for that as well assuming there isn't already one here on the forum (I'll have a look in a bit).

I'm also designing and building a one-touch roof control (similar in function to the SmartTop) which I'll publish the design for once I've confirmed it's all working. If you know how to work a soldering iron, it should be possible to make one for about £30~£40.

Jon - I have done the cluster upgrade. I used my original one and added the two outer gauges, that way I kept the correct mileage and embedded VIN, its also said that there can be a problem with the fuel tank calibration depending upon the donor cluster, and as mine is a 2.5 the red line would have been in the wrong place as well.

All I had to do was read the EEPROM, edit one field in the HEX table (to enable the voltage gauge) and blow the data back in.

I was going to make my own smart top using two latching relays or possibly a 555 timer but never got around to it.

Great write up... thanks for taking all the time to compile it.

That was a great write up, bet the post took longer that the job it's self! I have had mine coded for OBC and cruise as I have neither. Your post has only re-enforced my opinion that it should crack on as soon as I'm back from my holls. I had already decided to buy a new unit from OPC due to the lack of units for sale and the high price, for not much more I'd rather have a new unit.

Great anyway well done

Jon That was a great write up, bet the post took longer that the job it's self! I have had mine coded for OBC and cruise as I have neither. Your post has only re-enforced my opinion that it should crack on as soon as I'm back from my holls. I had already decided to buy a new unit from OPC due to the lack of units for sale and the high price, for not much more I'd rather have a new unit. Great anyway well done David

I'd certainly recommend it the mod. Depending on the year of your car, there may be slight differences to the procedure but none of it's rocket science.

What did you use to enable the obc& cruise control ?, did you use company or have you PIWIS/PST2 ?

OBC was factory fit on my car and the cruise I enabled with a PST2 I bought from a forum member recently. From what I've read, many indies will do the coding via PST2/PIWIS for a minimal fee. If you're local to the Abbots Langley/St Albans area, I'd be happy to help out if you're doing a similar upgrade.

My specialist coded mine for free when I took it on for a service.

I bought a Durametric cable recently so would be able to do it myself if not done already.

My specialist coded mine for free when I took it on for a service. I bought a Durametric cable recently so would be able to do it myself if not done already.

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I think you'll find the Durametric professional version can code the cluster.

The latest enthusiast cable can do limited coding, think it's just OBC and cruise.

The cable was a real disappointment, my car didn't have any engine, alarm, air bag or air con fault codes in memory.

I shouldn't complain!

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Fitted cruise and obc yesterday and your guide was a great help especially the bit below as mine did not need the connection, I had run the cable just incase. Everything worked as it should first go. Next time I'm down at drago.d's, Kings Langley I'll buy you a beer it's the least you deserve.

NB: Having spoken to Richard Hamilton about some of the wiring, it appears the information on the Pelican Parts website (and their book) may actually be incorrect. It would seem that only MY2000 cars need the connection between the DME and instrument cluster (to light the bulb on the dash); MY2001 and onwards use the CANbus system to communicate with the instrument cluster and illuminate the cruise bulb. If you connect the DME to the instrument cluster on a MY2001 or later car, you'll probably blow the cruise circuitry in the DME. Be warned! :-)

David, you're very welcome - I'm glad it all worked out for you.

Last weekend I managed to complete my installation of a 996 instrument cluster as well so I'll be doing a write up of that too.

David, you're very welcome - I'm glad it all worked out for you. Last weekend I managed to complete my installation of a 996 instrument cluster as well so I'll be doing a write up of that too.

Very interested in that one, how did it go? Hope it didn't affect your newly installed cruise and obc

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As posted In August my 987.2 cruise control resume function is not working. I sourced a new switch from a breaker in Canada on eBay & I now have the switch. From guidance I’d read I thought it was just a case of undoing 3 torx T10 screws on the steering columns & swapping the switches by plugging in the new one. Unfortunately on opening the steering column the one screw which needs to be undone to Remove the old switch & done up to instal the neW switch is behind the steering wheel assembly As per the attached photo. I presume this means I will need to remove the steering wheel to access the screw. I’m a little nervous of doing this as I don’t want to disconnect the battery to remove the airbag & face potential error codes etc on re-attaching the battery. Any pointers on the best way forward gratefully received...  

• Sep 7, 2020

Hi Sorry - you've no choice but to remove the wheel as the bolts for the switch go right through the mechanism, and you absolutely can't do that without disconnecting the battery first. You shouldn't get any error codes when you reconnect everything - there's a standard method for removing any 987 / 997 wheel, one example of which is this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3J8lsro_30  

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Mat, You should be OK if you use the correct method to disconnect the battery by turning on the ignition to stop the alarm going off and then disconnecting the negative terminal. Here’s some additional information which should be useful when you’ve reconnected the battery. https://www.porscheclubgb.com/forum/tm.aspx?m=770011 Jeff  

For what it is worth, when I installed mine I only used two screws. I know, not ideal, but it has worked without issue for many many years now  

That’s useful- thanks. Any idea what size socket I need to undo the steering wheel- it seems to be a male socket on the video. Thx  

• Sep 13, 2020

From memory. I think the wheel is held on with a bolt with an m12 spline ”female". I do know that I bought this kit from amazon and one if them fitted. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0012M7O18/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_d9NxFbFY9J1KZ porsche say the bolt is single use. Doubt it myself. But the new ones are a few pounds and come with thread lock on them. You choose. it has to be tight and there is a specific torque setting for it ( I have it somewhere if you want it ) think the process is ( as per Porsche docs ) turn ignition off, remove mastery lead (negative ) leave it for 30 mins, pup the airbag, undo the nut/bolt. make sure you mark the wheel and the spindle so you out it back in the right place. Even one spline out can drive you nuts ( guess how I know ) battery. on the 987.2 there is no need to turn ignition on before removing the battery. The alarm doesn’t go off. When I reconnected mine I got PSM errors (they all do that sir). There’s a sequence to reset but basically drive it around the block and it goes away. I had to reset the windows so one touch would work, close the window, let go, close it again, same with open and do both sides.  

• Sep 14, 2020

Thanks- this is very helpful. I did the job yesterday. Once the steering wheel was off I found I also needed to remove part of the electronics surrounding the steering column to get at the torx 8 nut I needed to undo to remove the current cruise control stalk unit. I did this by releasing the Allen key bolt underneath the steering column & using a flat blade screwdriver to release two catches either side of the steering column. I found out the correct place for the steering wheel by trial & error- a bit frustrating. I agree the steering wheel but appears to be more than one use. It appears to attach in such a way that there is a space between the top of the steering column female spline and the male nut going into it- I presume this is correct as it appeared to have the correct tolerance of clearance between the back of the steering wheel & the top of the steering column. It would be useful to have the torque setting for the steering column nut.  

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Cruise control cable for Porsche 996 and 986

Retrofitting of cruise control to the 9x6 series of cars is a popular modification. Fitting is well documented on a number of websites.

The pictured cables we sell were developed as a solution to this retrofit - to make it easier to identify where to put the connections.

They have proved popular with both vehicle owners and independent specialists who perform this retrofit.

There are two cables - the longer one which fits  earlier vehicles, and the shorter one fitted to the face-lifted vehicles.

This retrofit will not work on very early vehicles without electronic throttle control.

Identifying which cable your vehicle needs is usually fairly straightforward, unless it was built/purchased at or around the time of the facelift period (2001 - 996, 2003 - 986).

Generally, the face-lifted vehicle utilises the shorter cable.

To be sure we advise checking your vehicles wiring diagram which will indicate the necessary connections, as there are variations.

Wiring connections for cruise control are slightly more complex than for the OBC, but are still within the capabilities of the home mechanic.

The connections reproduced here are a guideline only - you should check what is correct for your car.

Some websites do not provide all the necessary wiring info. Or do not cater for the introduction of the later cluster type in approx 2000 for the 986. This does not generally need the additional connection from the instrument cluster to the DME (These clusters are identified by green, blue, grey connectors).

Please note - the date of vehicle registration can differ from the date of manufacture.

Connections

986 2000-2002, 996 C2 2000-2001/2, 996 C4 1999-2001/2

Cruise stalk Pin 1 - DME connector IV pin 27

Cruise stalk Pin 2 - Fuse B7

Cruise stalk Pin 3 - DME connector IV pin 25

Cruise stalk Pin 4 - DME connector IV pin 19

Instrument cluster connection Pin 16 or 17 (depending on model) to Pin 18 DME - There are a few possibilities, so research your vehicles wiring first.

On 986 cars with the later cluster with grey, green, and blue connectors (approx 200 on) this connection is not usually necessary as the CAN BUS controls the indicator light. But on the earlier vehicles  the cruise control indicator light is turned on by this wire.

There are a number of possibilities as per below, which were simplified by the introduction of the facelift models.

986 up to 2000 - Cluster with Blue, White, and Black connectors - Use blue connector pin 16 for non 'S' or black connector pin 17 for 'S')

996 Instrument Cluster with Blue, White, and Black connectors - use blue connector pin 16

DME connector IV pin 18 - The other end of this wire forms the Instrument cluster connection which causes the green cruise control lamp to illuminate.

986 - 2003 to 2004, facelift 996

Cruise stalk Pin 1 - Instrument cluster  Grey connector pin 17

Cruise stalk Pin 3 - Instrument cluster  Grey connector pin 4

Cruise stalk Pin 4 - Instrument cluster  Grey connector pin 1

Once your vehicle has had the hardware retrofitted it needs the cruise control option coded to the car.

The process varies slightly according to model and year, but is generally accomplished by adding the extra option to the DME and Instrument cluster via PIWIS, PST2 or Durametric Pro.

We can, when time allows, perform the fitting at a very reasonable cost, it takes around 2-3 hours provided there are no underlying problems which prevent the cruise control from working such as the clutch or brake switch.

Note - To prevent the airbag warning lamp from illuminating, the battery should not be connected when the airbag is disconnected.

Cruise control retrofit cable designed for later (03-04) models where speed is controlled by the instrument cluster. 

Cruise control retrofit cable for earlier 986, 996 models where speed is controlled by the DME at the rear of the car and the vehicle is fitted with electronic throttle control.