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johnappleby · 08-11-2013, 08:04 AM

Hi,

I replaced my indicator stalk on my 986 yesterday and unfortunately I reconnected the battery whilst the airbag was unplugged and didn't realize this would trigger the airbag light to stay on even after the airbag was plugged back in.

From what I understand, an OBD-II cable can't diagnose and reset this error and you need a Porsche-specific cable to do this.

I was looking at a few of the cables - there seem to be 2 main third-party cables, the PIWIS and the Durametric.

Porsche PIWIS Cable For ECU Reset Check Engine Diagnostics : Amazon.com : Automotive

Amazon.com: Durametric Porsche factory style scan tool: Automotive

The reviews seem to be variable on both sides as to whether they can reset an airbag light. Has anyone been able to reset an airbag light with either cable? $34.99 is a bargain if it works!!!

Thanks!

John

08-11-2013, 08:04 AM	#1
johnappleby Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 33	Best way to turn off airbag light Hi, I replaced my indicator stalk on my 986 yesterday and unfortunately I reconnected the battery whilst the airbag was unplugged and didn't realize this would trigger the airbag light to stay on even after the airbag was plugged back in. From what I understand, an OBD-II cable can't diagnose and reset this error and you need a Porsche-specific cable to do this. I was looking at a few of the cables - there seem to be 2 main third-party cables, the PIWIS and the Durametric. Porsche PIWIS Cable For ECU Reset Check Engine Diagnostics : Amazon.com : Automotive Amazon.com: Durametric Porsche factory style scan tool: Automotive The reviews seem to be variable on both sides as to whether they can reset an airbag light. Has anyone been able to reset an airbag light with either cable? $34.99 is a bargain if it works!!! Thanks! John