Changing trip computer units?

[jeremyc]

The dumb questions have started chaps, so please bear with me.

Is there a way to change the units that the trip computer uses to display fuel economy, range etc.? Can the user do it, is it an OPC change or is it fixed for a given dashboard?

My LHD GT3 displays in units of km and litres/km (or somesuch) and I'd prefer it in mph & mpg.

I know how to change the digital speed readout and odometer to mph & miles, it's just the trip computer I can't work out.

Still, at least I get the 89 litre tank.

[BliarOut]

I believe it needs a PST2 to set the country code as that's where the setting for the OBC is derived from. My local indie has access to one, so it's not necessarily an OPC job.

[clubsport]

Jeremy, it appears you now have the car...excellent news

Please lets have some initial impressions from someone who can actually drive having just collected their first 911...rather than worrying about trip computer logistics .......if you actually yank the stalk off you will save a few grammes in weight anyhow!

[jeremyc]

clubsport said:

Please lets have some initial impressions from someone who can actually drive having just collected their first 911...rather than worrying about trip computer logistics

Well, in my limited and unscientific testing so far it seems to be everything a GT3 is renown for.

Turn in is very sharp, the chassis is stiff and it has great traction out of corners. The 'bobbing nose' effect was also noticeable, especially with an empty tank. But that engine - wow! Very free-revving and makes a fantastic sound. It is surprisingly comfortable as well - the seats are lovely.

In short - I'm enjoying it so far. Watch this space for more in-depth thoughts as I uncover the hidden depths of its capabilities.

[clubsport]

Good to hear JC, probably worth keeping 1/2 full of juice if poss,,especially over bumpy b roads.....must feel like a revelation after the bouncy castle? Look forward to your findings...have fun with your new toy

[jeremyc]

clubsport said:

must feel like a revelation after the bouncy castle?

I do seem to have a whine from the passenger seat area though. Something about it not being as sumptuous and comfortable as the Aston.

[clubsport]

jeremyc said:

clubsport said: must feel like a revelation after the bouncy castle? I do seem to have a whine from the passenger seat area though. Something about it not being as sumptuous and comfortable as the Aston.

Once you have got the hang of driving the car, such whining noises tend to disappear....I find a quick twisty B road blat usually silences inexperienced passengers, sometimes mid conversation

[jeremyc]

jeremyc said:

Is there a way to change the units that the trip computer uses to display fuel economy, range etc.? Can the user do it, is it an OPC change or is it fixed for a given dashboard? My LHD GT3 displays in units of km and litres/km (or somesuch) and I'd prefer it in mph & mpg.

BliarOut said:

I believe it needs a PST2 to set the country code as that's where the setting for the OBC is derived from. My local indie has access to one, so it's not necessarily an OPC job.

Just a quick update to this: it seems that it isn't possible to change the OBC units via the PST2 - changing the country code had no effect (thanks to my local OPC for trying though ). A local Porsche specialist was of the opinion that different dashboard pods were fitted for different markets, each with the units hard-coded to suit.