Does a Porsche Boxster have cruise control?
Boxsters from 1997-99 didn’t have an electronically controlled throttle: instead they have a special servo motor that’s attached to the gas pedal and controlled by a separate cruise control module.
Why is my cruise control not working on my Porsche Boxster?
Check the brake pedal and clutch switches. Both of these deactivate the cruise control, and if the switches are faulty, they will prevent the computer from activating the system. Not only can they fail, but they can also slip out of their bracket which causes them to not work either.
How much does a Porsche cruise control cost?
We supply and fit genuine Porsche cruise control stalks for: Add £50 to all the above prices if the 4 stalk including onboard computer and cruise is installed. These are the genuine Porsche stalk controls; we do not fit the cheaper single dash mounted button type.
How does the Porsche Boxster engine management system work?
In 2000, the Boxster’s engine management system was upgraded with a new system that used an electronic throttle body (e-gas). This eliminated throttle cables and instead the gas pedal has a sensor on it that controls an electronic stepper motor located on the throttle body in the engine compartment.
Where is the Order Code on a Porsche Boxster?
This is found in the “Instrument Cluster” coding section within the Porsche programming tool. Make sure your car has the “order code” properly set, otherwise you may have trouble properly programming the instrument cluster. For a manual transmission Boxster 2.7, the order code is 986310.
Check the brake pedal and clutch switches. Both of these deactivate the cruise control, and if the switches are faulty, they will prevent the computer from activating the system. Not only can they fail, but they can also slip out of their bracket which causes them to not work either.
In 2000, the Boxster’s engine management system was upgraded with a new system that used an electronic throttle body (e-gas). This eliminated throttle cables and instead the gas pedal has a sensor on it that controls an electronic stepper motor located on the throttle body in the engine compartment.
How long does it take to install cruise control on a Porsche?
The cruise control function then needs to be turned on by a Porsche dealer or independent shop with a PIWIS programming tool. The whole process should take about 30 minutes: very simple. Cruise Control Troubleshooting – If your new cruise control installation doesn’t work, then check your wiring.
This is found in the “Instrument Cluster” coding section within the Porsche programming tool. Make sure your car has the “order code” properly set, otherwise you may have trouble properly programming the instrument cluster. For a manual transmission Boxster 2.7, the order code is 986310.