bwillis

Yes, only one fog lamp lens is operational in the US. For the reasons outlined above.

And for your temperature fluctuations, when was the last time you reached in your radiator intakes and cleaned out all of the crap that is probably in there blocking radiators?

Chances are your radiators are blocked with road debris. You can clean out some of the stuff by reaching in there and cleaning it out, but to do it correctly, one has to pull of the front bumper covers and peel apart the air-conditioner condenser from the radiator and clean out the fuzz and dirt that gets stuck in there. I have seen 15 degree variants in coolant temp because of blocked radiators.

Hmmmm - I am shipping my Boxster to the UK - how can you switch which fog light works?

I searched the forums but couldn't find anything on this one...

Yesterday I noticed that when I initiate the left turn signal, the stalk has a weird 'rubbery' feel (no nice click) - pushing the stalk the other way for the right signal feels fine. Also, for either direction, the stalk does not cancel itself when you turn the wheel like it used to.

Any ideas?

Thanks,

Bob

I am moving from the US to the UK and wondered if anyone has dealt with shipping a Boxster to the UK?

I have heard that there is this new test called a SVA that an imported vehicle has to conform to, and wondered whether anyone has had any issue with that test?

Thanks!

I've done a search but can't for the life of me find instructions for replacing brake pads.

I saw a post that indicated that there was some info, so any help with the link would be much appreciated!

Thanks!

Here's a really complete article that should help:

http://www.bombaydigital.com/boxster/proje...es/change_pads/

Perfect! Thanks so much! Excellent article!

I've done a search but can't for the life of me find instructions for replacing brake pads.

I saw a post that indicated that there was some info, so any help with the link would be much appreciated!

Thanks!

Ok, got a new switch, followed the short shift instructions to remove the console, replaced switch - IT WORKS!!

Thanks everyone.

I'm looking for recommendations for an independant dealer in SE Michigan (Ann Arbor area).

I would like more personal service to take my 98 Boxster to for service instead of having to deal with the Porsche dealership.

Any help appreciated!

Replace the switch. Part number 996 613 112 01. Then report back.

I have the same issue, it slowly got worse and worse until the brake light stopped coming on all together.. Being the lazy guy that I am I found a way around it..

Turn off the car, then put the key into the power on position (right before you start it again).. in this mode ALL the lights come on in the dash including the brake light.. The computer thinks all is well and lets you raise or lower the top.. (brake must be up)

Ill get around to replacing it sooner or later, but as I said im lazy ;)

I have the same situation, but when I try the workaround all the lights do indeed come on, but I still can't put the top down?

I know I need to replace the handbrake switch, but am wondering why the workaround doesn't 'work' for me? :-)

Hi All,

I have the same issue with the soft top not being able to be lowered - when top button pressed nothing happens.

I've read the appropriate posts and will try all the suggestions.

This happened after I took the hard top off for the summer - I could put the top up no problem, but a few days later when the weather (in Michigan!) finally got warmish, I could not put the top down.

Looking at the other posts it seems that this happens a lot! Is there something with using a hard top that affects the soft top switch?

Just curious?

no. the car doesn't really know if the hardtop is on or if the top is just down.

it's probably your handbrake dash light. when you engage the handbrake, does the corresponding dash light go on? if not, the top won't work. sometimes you can move the handbrake thru its range of motion (slowly or quickly - whatever works) to see if you can get the light to come on. if that is your issue, you need to repair/replace the handbrake microswitch, which isn't too hard at all.

it could also be the top latch microswitch - you can test it by unlatching the top to see if the windows drop a few inches. if so, the microswitch is fine. (note: your windows need to be fully up to test this. if the windows are already down a little, there would be no need for them to drop.)

otherwise, it could be the top relay (probably not) or a mechanical problem (unlikely if your top was working before).

Ok, found the time to do some investigation - it's the handbrake switch all right. I tried your trick of moving the handbrake slowly, and that worked - light comes on intermittently.

You mention that it "isn't too hard at all" to fix this - I pushed the seat forward and managed to get the plastic panel off on the LHS of the handbrake, but can't really see what's going on in there - what else needs to come off? Any other tips on getting to this switch?

Your clue is to replace the handbrake switch.

Toolpants,

Hate to be a dummy on this one, but how do you get to the point which your photo shows?

Thanks

Hi All,

I have the same issue with the soft top not being able to be lowered - when top button pressed nothing happens.

I've read the appropriate posts and will try all the suggestions.

This happened after I took the hard top off for the summer - I could put the top up no problem, but a few days later when the weather (in Michigan!) finally got warmish, I could not put the top down.

Looking at the other posts it seems that this happens a lot! Is there something with using a hard top that affects the soft top switch?

Just curious?

Just thought I'd share :drive:

Here's to the next 100 ...

Thanks Loren.

Will give it a shot (of air).

John

John,

Did this work? I have the same CEL code.

Cheers,

Bob

If you do a search on eBay for boxster convertible top you get a store that sells new tops for $359. Ithink the store is "Car Top Guy".

Has anyone bought one of these? Anyone know why they seem so cheap?

Any idea how difficult they would be to install?

Any thoughts appreciated

Thanks,

Bob

I have a 1998 Boxster (986) and have discovered that some nice fellow has slashed my plastic window.

It is about a 2 inch clean cut, and I'm wondering if there are any possibilities for repair?

Any help appreciated :-)

Yup - worked.

See post http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=10368

I just went to Home Depot, got some nylon rope, webbing, and a winch/pulley all for about $10.

Does the job.

I just used an electronic contact cleaner (CRC QD) to spray the receptacles and under the seats - switched the light off with Durametric - all is well - light hasn't come back on. This is the same stuff I used to clean the MAF when my CEL came on (advice per Mike Focke) - you can get it at Ace Hardware (about $4).

Bob Willis

1998 Boxter 986, 5-speed Manual, 90,000 miles.

Order 2 buckles from the dealer for $71 each, install them yourself in an hour. Then take the car to an independent Porsche shop and ask them the reset the computer. They may charge you 1/2 hour or come equipped with a case of cold beer on a Friday afternoon.... LOL If the light comes on again, then you need to order an under seat wiring harness modification. I do not have the part # for the harness nor have any idea how difficult it is to install but I have researched this issue from multiple sources and all agree.

I was fortunate enough to replace the buckles and reset the code. The light has not been back since. Mine is early 99 non-S. Good luck!

Hi,

I have a 98 boxster with the child seat activation bar installed. My airbag light is on, using durametric I get code 45 (driver's side). Can you tell me what is involved with replacing the buckles? Just wondering how big a job this is.

Hi,

I've read all the posts related to the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor issues on the Boxster - which part number to get etc etc.

I couldn't find any info on how to actually get to the sensor in the first place.

Could anyone help me out with this (if you have photos even better)?

Thanks,

Bob