My 2011 Panamera 4 does not have the Sport Chrono pkg and I have always wanted to add a dashclock. A dashclock is standard on the Panameras without the Sport Chrono starting 2013. I decided not to add a factory clock because I am not 100% sure it will work with my 2011 PCM. On my 2013 Cayenne S, the backlight of the dashclock can be switched on/off from the round LCD screen at the gauge cluster. Therefore, at least some kind of software update would be required if I want to add a factory clock to my car. Another considering factor is cost, the factory clock is about $500. Finally, I was able to install an aftermarket clock and the results were not bad at all. More info to follow.

 

I cannot attach multiple photos from my iPad, so I will post one photo each time.
This is BEFORE.

 

Oops, this is BEFORE.

 

Night view

 

Not so sure about this one, but you like it so good result.

 

Looks really good! And much better than spending $500 for a damn clock.
Where did you find the stuff to do the mod?

 

nice!

 

The clock is made by Autometer, they also make OEM gauges for Ford, GM ...... So the quality should be ok. Mine has white numerals on black background, LED backlighting with glowing red pointers, a close match to the factory gauges. The cost is only about $100.

 

Sounds great!!!

 

I have a 2012 Panamera 4 without the dash clock, and I want to install a dash clock for the "CLOCK FUNCTION ONLY"

I saw your post, and question:
1. I see you got the clock from autometer but what about the plastic molding that goes on the dash? Did you order that from Porsche?
2. How did you connect the clock itself to the car? Or is it battery operated?
3. Is the clock setting and lights linked to the car so when you turn the headlights on, the clock comes on?

Is the installation difficult to do? I am afraid that it may be cumbersome? Do I need to have a professional install it?

Thanks

 

Here are the answers.
1. You need to order the center speaker cover from Porsche, you need the one for the Sport Chrono clock.
2. I connected the clock to the passenger side fuse panel, you need to tap onto 2 places, fuse 44 which is always hot, to power the clock, fuse 24 which turns on with ignition, to power the backlight.
3. The backlight is on with ignition, so that means during the day also, no big deal. The clock works independently from the PCM clock, and you set it from 2 buttons on the clock face, the buttons are very small and so far no one has noticed them. The clock has been very accurate. And after a few months, it still shows the same time as the PCM. Basically you only need to adjust it 2 times a year during the standard/daylight saving changeover.
I also installed a LED dimmer(also from Autometer) to control the backlight, I managed to hide it inside the fuse compartment, I only needed to set the brightness once.
I wouldn't say the installation is difficult but you need to be handy and have some background in electronics. The whole installation did not involve cutting into any existing wirings and is completely reversible. Let me know if you need more detail.

 

This is what you need to order from Porsche.

 

Thanks TEGD,

If you don't mind, questions:

1. when you say tap into fuse panel, do you mean the clock comes with wires and in the fuse panel I can connect the wire directly to the fuse? I mean the wire connects how? And if clock does not come with wires how much do I need?

2. So I would have to remove the whole dash to run the wire from clock to fuse box? Or is it accessible under dash where accelerator is located?

3. Isn't the part being removed a speaker? So replacing with clock affects the sound?

Maybe I'm in over my head....

Thanks...

 

The clock did come with wires which were long enough to reach the fuse compartment. There is no need to remove the dash, you can run the wires along the gap on the dash.

 

The original center speaker stays, you are only replacing the cover.