Why does my Boxster 986 alarm keep beeping?

Why does my Boxster 986 alarm keep beeping?

Your mobile auto electrician must have some very good test kit / knowledge to trace the fault to that unit. I’ve also found out the alarm does the single beep if something is open (centre storage cubby, bonnet etc.) but the ‘Road Runner’ style beep beep is ‘fault’ warning.

Where is the tilt sensor on a Boxster 986?

You just have to take off the plastic panel to the right of the battery (as you look at it from the front) to access them. The siren is the black and red device, and the tilt sensor is the translucent plastic box. Thanks Richard, I’ve just managed to get back to this problem.

What to do about a Boxster car alarm?

First thing is to disconnect the battery and the alarm siren which is located on the right hand side of the battery, just unplug it once removed (13mm nut) and wrap it in an old towel as it has an internal battery back up. Charge your car battery as its more than likely flat. I would remove passanger seat and dry the alarm control unit out.

Your mobile auto electrician must have some very good test kit / knowledge to trace the fault to that unit. I’ve also found out the alarm does the single beep if something is open (centre storage cubby, bonnet etc.) but the ‘Road Runner’ style beep beep is ‘fault’ warning.

You just have to take off the plastic panel to the right of the battery (as you look at it from the front) to access them. The siren is the black and red device, and the tilt sensor is the translucent plastic box. Thanks Richard, I’ve just managed to get back to this problem.

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?

What does 61 and 47 mean on a Boxster?

61 and 47 indicate that one of the door locks is not reaching the locked position and causing an alarm fault. Most likely a mechanical issue in the lock mechanism. He should have also been able to seen the last then alarm location faults in the system, which would of told you which door.

What are the changes to a Porsche Boxster in 2003?

Other changes for 2003 include a new pop-out cupholder, a lighted and locking glove compartment, new interior trim colors and remote unlocking front and rear trunks. The air-conditioner and heat controls have been moved from the console to the dash for easier accessibility and use.

What kind of engine does a Porsche Boxster have?

The Porsche Boxster S builds on the foundation of the standard Boxster and is powered by an exclusive, 3.2-liter, six-cylinder “boxer” engine that has been modified for the 2003 model year to provide 258 horsepower (SAE) and 229 lb.-ft. or torque.

Where is the Boxster alarm driving me mental?

– Page 1 – Porsche General – PistonHeads UK Boxster Alarm driving me mental! The area under the passenger seat is sodden (broke my ankle so haven’t driven the daily hack for over 4 weeks) which according to Porsche is where the electrics for the alarm/immobiliser are located.

Why does my Porsche Boxster alarm keep working?

If there is that much water under the seat,the alarm box is also full,you may be able to dry it out or may have to be replaced,rear drains always block up with debris.

Is there a problem with the central locking system on a Boxster?

Since then everything has worked normally. 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.

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