Why does my Porsche Boxster not open from the inside?

The results of that poll are shown below. Diagnostic: Driver’s or passenger’s side door won’t open from the inside. Cause: A cable inside the door of Model Year 1998 and later Boxsters seems to undergo some stress that causes it to snap. This causes the inside door handle to be disabled.

What happens when you pull the handle on a Boxster?

Normally when the switch is pulled, the windows lower about an inch. If, however, the switch is defective, the car thinks the handle is still pulled and will cause the windows to act strangely, lowering at odd moments or refusing to go all the way up.

Why does my Boxster have an air conditioner problem?

Some people have a direct correlation with the air conditioner being on, whereas other people have had the problem with the air conditioner off. Only some Boxsters have this problem. Some people think it might be a bug in the Boxster’s computer controlled electronics.

When does remote key entry no longer work on Porsche Boxster?

If you have the remote key entry make sure that the key works in the driver’s door lock after you get the car back. To save the battery, after the car sits for about three days without being started, the remote key entry will no longer work.

What causes the crankshaft to shuffle on a Boxster engine?

It also may be caused by the fact that the crankshaft carrier support is only pinned minimally in one plane to the outer case. This can lead to shuffling of the carrier: shuffle pinning the crankshaft carrier as is commonly done when prepping an early 911 engine for the track can help the problem.

What causes a Porsche Boxster engine to leak?

On the early cars, Porsche also used a center bolt to secure the IMS bearing that was too weak and sometimes snapped. If this bolt breaks, then the intermediate shaft begins to float around in the bottom of the engine, and you can soon experience catastrophic engine failure. This area is also highly prone to leaks.

What kind of engine does a Boxster 2.5 have?

The problem affects mostly the 2.5 and Carrera 3.4 engines: the 3.2 Boxster S engine appears to be unaffected because it has thicker cylinder walls than the 3.4 engine. When this failure happens, you will see oil and coolant begin to mix together, or a slight unexplained coolant loss.

When did my 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 shut off?

IT is happengin every week or two. 14 people found this helpful. I have a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 with a 5.2 and I bought it after it had been sitting 8 years and it ran strong for a day or two then on my way home it stared losing power and cutting out and then died.

What causes the inside door handle to be disabled on a Boxster?

This causes the inside door handle to be disabled. It appears that it tends to happen after having been driven about 1000 to 2000 miles. This doesn’t seem to be effecting 1997 model year Boxster, because they don’t have the side airbags.

Do you need to remove the CV on a Porsche Boxster?

The inset photo shows the axle with the boot and CV removed. You need to remove everything off of the inside end of the axle as shown, in order to slide on new boots for both the inner and outer joints. If you are replacing the entire axle, then you need to remove the outer axle nut (yellow arrow).

How long does it take to repair a Porsche Boxster?

Time in Shop: Under half an hour. Repair Instructions: You can repair it yourself by removing the lenses for the infra-red sensors for the alarm, then using a T25 torx driver to remove that latch assembly cover. Unplug the three cables from it. Find the center of the plastic switch and a little slot where it is held in place.

Are there any problems with the Porsche Boxster?

Below are listed some of the more common problems with Boxsters. An informal poll was conducted on Porsche Pete’s Boxster Board. The results of that poll are shown below. Diagnostic: Driver’s or passenger’s side door won’t open from the inside.

Are there any issues with the Porsche Boxster M96?

M96 engines fitted to the 986 and 987 Boxster can have issues with a bearing at one end of the engine intermediate shaft. The shaft connects the two ends of the engine timing gear. At one end, the shaft drives the oil pump and at the other, finishes in a sealed bearing.

What causes a Boxster Carrera engine to fail?

When the bearing does begin to deteriorate, foreign object debris from the bearing circulates throughout the engine, causing damage to other areas in the engine. This appears to be one of the most common failure mechanisms present with the Boxster and 996 Carrera engine. The center bolt that holds the entire assembly can also fail.

What is the IMS bearing on a Porsche Boxster?

One of the weaknesses identified in recent years by Porsche has been the intermediate shaft bearing (IMS bearing), which supports the intermediate shaft on the flywheel end of the motor (see Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4 ). Porsche designed these motors using a sealed ball bearing that is pressed into the intermediate shaft ( Figure 6 ).

What kind of Boxster top will go up or down?

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What should I do about my 986 Boxster convertible top?

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Is there a problem with the Porsche Boxster 996?

In some cases, there is a leak through the crank case wall. Porsche has a unique way of casting the crank cases on the Boxster and 996. Porsche subcontracts out the process of pouring the Boxster aluminum crank cases.

Is there a Boxster top that won’t operate?

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How to remove transmission from Porsche Boxster convertible top?

To remove the convertible top transmission, begin by removing the boomerang-shaped lever (left photo). Using a 19mm socket and a breaker bar, you should be able to loosen the bolt and remove it from the transmission.

How to check the switch function on a Boxster?

I wanted to check the switch function by putting a multi meter on the fuse and see if it get power when I push the switch. Jump to content Existing user? Sign In Sign In

When did the first Porsche Boxster come out?

And even though its most fabled product is the rear-engined 911, the mid-engined (and less powerful) Boxster has a talented enough chassis to engage a serious driver and enough soft-top style to satisfy the Sunday adventurer. The first-generation model, known in the factory as 986, arrived in 1996.

Is it possible to buy a 982 Porsche Boxster?

It is possible to buy a 982 Porsche Boxster through the company’s certified pre-owned (CPO) program. This means that a car has been checked thoroughly by Porsche technicians and refurbished using genuine Porsche parts. This also provides peace of mind thanks to its 2-year/50,000-mile warranty.

Where is the oil feed tube on a Porsche Boxster?

Pretty common. Porsche has changed the process to fix this. There is an oil feed tube which runs from left to right along the rear of the engine. Early ’97 models didn’t have one of the receptacles drilled deep enough, so a thicker gasket must be used to seal properly.

Can you use 95 octane in a Porsche Boxster?

That doesn’t mean you should do it. It will wind back the ignition if you use 95 Octane, which will reduce power and efficiency slightly, but bear in mind that the method for detecting 95 Octane is to detect the pre-ignition (i.e. pinking/knock), caused by the lower quality fuel.

How many BHP does a Boxster CSL have?

The CSL was in similar level of tune to Porsche N/A engines and ran a similar Siemens ECU to current generation Porsches. The difference here between 95 and 99-RON was over 40 BHP!

What happens if I put Super Unleaded in my Boxster?

It will say super unleaded. That doesn’t mean you should do it. It will wind back the ignition if you use 95 Octane, which will reduce power and efficiency slightly, but bear in mind that the method for detecting 95 Octane is to detect the pre-ignition (i.e. pinking/knock), caused by the lower quality fuel.

What happens when you disconnect the battery on a Porsche Cayenne?

Our 2004 porche cayenne battery was dead, I left the lights on over night. We trickle charged the battery. It shows full, but when you put key in, dash lights up but engine will not turn over. No messages on dash, any ideas?

What kind of crank case does a Porsche Boxster have?

Porsche has a unique way of casting the crank cases on the Boxster and 996. Porsche subcontracts out the process of pouring the Boxster aluminum crank cases. The process of doing the pouring is problematic if the aluminum doesn’t flow or cool smoothly, causing porous crank case walls.

What causes a Porsche Boxster door handle to snap?

Cause: A cable inside the door of Model Year 1998 and later Boxsters seems to undergo some stress that causes it to snap. This causes the inside door handle to be disabled. It appears that it tends to happen after having been driven about 1000 to 2000 miles.

What’s the value of a 2000 Porsche Boxster?

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Where is the handle on a Porsche Boxster?

The two yellow arrows point to the nuts that fasten the door handle to the rear assembly, and the green arrows show the two clips that hold the assembly inside the door. With the door lock mechanism disconnected, you should be able to pull it out of the door.

Is there a power lock on a Porsche Boxster?

The integrated lock assembly also contains all of the motors for the power locks, which also tend to fail over time. With the door panel removed, you can easily access the door lock mechanism.

Why does my Boxster not lock the door?

Best guess – the passenger door lock unit is broken. I’m guessing this for two reasons. One, the passenger door doesn’t lock remotely, with the key or the console button and the driver side door does lock with the key. Does the driver side door lock with the console button?

When did I buy my first Porsche Boxster?

HiI’ve just bought my first Porsche, a 1997 2.5 Boxster Manual UK RHD spec. It has got a few problems that I suspect are linked but don’t know how to solve.

How does an alarm work on a Boxster?

If I use the key remote the alarm chirps once, the lights flash, and both doors plus the gas door lock, and the alarm indicator light on top of the dash flashes. Upon unlocking/disarming with the key remote, the alarm chirps twice and everything gets unlocked as it should.

What should I do if my Porsche door lock is not working?

Perhaps a dealer with a Porsche diagnistic computer could pin the problem down to the precise part by acutating the locking system components one component at a time and look for what piece triggers a fault. Otherwise, I would replace the door lock if I didn’t want to spend money paying someone to run further diagnostics.

What should I do if my gas gauge is not working?

Note that some self-test steps may stop the gas gauge at 1/4, 1/2, and 3/4, as well. Fuel sender test. The fuel sender test should be conducted when the tank is lower than HALF, to prevent fuel splashing. Start by making sure the plug is clean, dry, and free of corrosion. Make sure the pins are straight and that the connector is fully seated.

Why does my gas gauge keep pegging full?

The gas gauge might interpret voltage feedback from a dead sender as FULL or EMPTY, consequently pegging the gauge no matter the actual fuel level. Circuit Problems can cause the gas gauge to stop functioning normally.

How do you empty gas out of a Porsche Boxster?

If the car starts and runs for any length of time then the pump is working fine. This photo shows a safe method for emptying the gas out of the tank in your Boxster. Disconnect the pressure side hose from the top of the pump and connect some clear plastic tubing to the barb (yellow arrow).

Why is my fuel pump not working in my Boxster?

The pump could seize up at some time, or the pressure to the fuel injection system could drop. Either way, the car will not be performing at its peak. Another symptom of failure is the pump getting stuck, and then finally kicking in after turning the ignition on and off a couple of times.

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