New Owner--Should I purchase a Durametric?

[mistermac99]

Originally Posted by BYprodriver

Welcome to Boxsterdom & the best 986 forum! Yes without doubt the Durametric software is the best tool for hands on Boxster owners.

Where would be the best place to purchase?

Do I just load the software onto my laptop, and then hook the cable to the laptop then to the boxster underneath the steering column?

BTW, thanks for the help!

[thstone]

Originally Posted by mistermac99

Where would be the best place to purchase?

Do I just load the software onto my laptop, and then hook the cable to the laptop then to the boxster underneath the steering column?

BTW, thanks for the help!

Yes. You download the SW from the Durmetric site to your laptop. The cable plugs into the OBD-II socket under the steering column. The cable verifies the VIN number to allow the SW to work.

[bar10dah]

Originally Posted by mistermac99

Where would be the best place to purchase?

Pelican Parts - Product Information: DURA-ENTH-2

[mistermac99]

Originally Posted by bar10dah

Pelican Parts - Product Information: DURA-ENTH-2

Thanks for the link bar. Seems they are quite expensive.
Would someone like me with very limited vehicle mechanical experience be able to read and understand the information provided, then actually do something with it?
Looks like folks in this forum are using them for all sorts of things, including turning off air bag lights.
If this tool would really help me, and would be a benefit, I definetly need to purchase one. Seems there are a few for sale occasionally, but snatched up pretty quickly.