944 S2/968 diagnostics software in va??

low944 · 12-16-2008, 11:59 AM

Does anybody have a diagnotics tool/ software that will work on a 944 S2 to reset the airbag light in northern VA?? Would you mind lending/renting it out for a quick reset of my airbag light??

Thanks,
James

kdjones2000 · kdjones2000's Garage

I think that the later models can only be done at the dealer.... unless someone has the magic tool you are looking for.

Good luck!

ghnat · ghnat's Garage

I just reset mine using the info from Clark's garage. Look for the white molex connector (should have a red rubber cover over it) in the right foot well.

944 Ecology · 12-17-2008, 03:43 AM

The magic tool is the Bosch Hammer, an early diagnostic tool. Typically, the 1991 and newer cars are the ones that need it.

As Greg states, Clarks Garage has a nice writeup on resetting the airbag light on the 1987 to 1990 cars. Requires a jumper wire and a watch with a second hand.

low944 · 12-17-2008, 05:30 AM

Did your light stay out after reset?? I wonder why this happens? I am going to give the clarks garage thing a try today. Ill post my outcome. I actually was planning to do that already and could not find that little molex connector until this morning after diggin way up under the dash.

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Originally Posted by ghnat

I just reset mine using the info from Clark's garage. Look for the white molex connector (should have a red rubber cover over it) in the right foot well.

ghnat · ghnat's Garage

JW,
Initially no. I learned how to read the fault codes (Clark's Garage) luckily diagnosed the issue and bought a part from George at 944 Ecology (quick shipment and nice to deal with). The light is off but I have not had any time driving, working on cruise control issues. As a matter of fact a fellow PCA member has donated his Cruise Control brain (I think mine is bad but not sure). I'll know more this weekend as I hope to have most issues resolved by then.