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    Cat CEL's

    in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)

    Posted · Edited by perfectlap

    I'm on a long drive and CEL codes 1126, 1133 and 0430 are coming up on my 2000 S with 70K miles. I replaced one 02 sensor about two years ago and the other three this spring with Bosch units, along with a long list of other fixes (IMS upgrade, alternator, starter, clutch, flywheel, axle boots...pricey).

    Anyone have these before?

    Lost Radio Code - post your request here

    in Lost Radio Codes

    Posted

    y5046390

    type 4462

    24/99

    Sorry on a crap phone

    Try 3236

    or

    3234

    If you have not already read this FAQ - please do so...

    Lost Radio Code - FAQ, PLEASE READ THIS FIRST

    Tried:

    3234

    3236

    3238

    Becker gave me 6390

    tried that and

    6388

    6392

    Nada. Sitting waiting for wait mode again.

    Why did they make it an hour arghhhh..

    Just tried3232

    3290

    Nothing yet. Back to wait mode

    Becker got back to me with a second code.

    You were close. 3237

    By the way guys, don't spray Wurth ac cleaner into the vents directly above the radio. It will drip down and fry your radio.

    Luckily I found a radio from a dismantler cheap.

    Try jmagistro@verizon.net for 996 and 986 interior parts.

    y5046390

    in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)

    Posted

    hello

    y5046390

    Btw, do not use wurt ac cleaner spray directly above the radio. Stick to the einzet z1 foam instead. The spray fries radios!

    I paid Becker for the code 6390 and it didn't work!

    oddly enough its the same last four digits of my serial #

    Lost Radio Code - post your request here

    in Lost Radio Codes

    Posted

    I am a goof ball. If it says wait does that mean I entered the right code?

    Cdr-220

    4462

    Y 5039107

    24/99

    5753 and 5751 did not work. Tried 5755 and 5759 no dice.

    Called several dealers and they all said either the magic number system was down or that Porsche was no longer allowing this to be accessed directly by the dealer. One dealer wanted me to come in for an appointment so that they could email Porsche and wait for a response and test it out.

    then it occured to dopey me to call the dealer who originally sold the car (in service records).

    Gave them the VIN# and they pulled the file. They said the code number is 0434.

    Battery, Alternator or Starter?

    in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)

    Posted · Edited by perfectlap

    That behavior sounds very much like a nearly dead battery. If you can get it charged I'm pretty sure you are ok to go. The battery may be near end of life, but the immediate problem is just that it got discharged while the blade was in the ignition switch.

    I decided to have it towed by AAA to the dealer in the event that it was something bigger but when the tow truck driver arrived he decided to try and jump start it. Sure enough it fires right up. He took me to the local autozone and I paid $87 for a new battery(Titanium something or other), didn't have time to wait for a recharge. The old battery was 5 years old so I decided to just spring for the new.

    I actually dropped off the car to have some paintwork done (bumper upgrade) directly across the street. Hope the battery was the issue. Sounds like I'm still due for a new starter, that squeal is becoming frequent (every 7th or 8th strart). Any suggestions? Should I take this to the stealership or buy my own rebuilt starter and have an indy replace it?

    p.s.

    Did however notice that the ignition had some play when I put the key in. Is this a sign of coming trouble. Sounds like allot of issues but this car has only needed one repair in 50K miles. (throttle body $300).

    Battery, Alternator or Starter?

    in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)

    Posted

    This is one of those deals that can only happen to me. Parked the car in the garage overnight. Got in the next morning and I noticed the key blade was still in the ignition and the dashboard and radio were still on. Somehow the key blade disconnected from the clicker and I hadn't noticed when I got out of the car!

    I pull the blade out the ignition with my hand and use my back up key to fire up the car. No problem. Moved it a few feet to rinse the top. Get back in the car and now the dang thing is freaking out. When I turn the key the dash lights up and radio comes on, top retracts (albeit slowly). When I turn the key all the way to with my foot down on the clutch the lights all start flashing on and off, the windows make some noise and I can hear the engine area making a loud click click click sound in sync with the flash flash flash of the dash board lights.

    Before this I was getting the ocassional squeal from the starter. My first thought its finally dead. I called my local dealer he wants me to tow it in and they are promising me a $350 battery replacement if that's all that wrong. I'd like to test that out for myself first. Any suggestions for a generic battery that I can purchase over the counter? Or do you think this sounds like the starter or alternator? Thanks.

    Wiper fluid not coming out

    in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)

    Posted

    Driving along and I noticed some sprinkles of oil on my winshield presumably from the car in front of me. I turn on the wipers and the wiper light comes on. Pull over to a gas station and fill the wiper fluid tank. Get in the car and although I can hear the wiper jets working nothing is coming out and the wiper light comes on again.

    any ideas?

    P1276 and P0153 About to order parts assistance please!

    in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)

    Posted · Edited by perfectlap

    Was about to look into replacing my 02 sensors from oxygensensors.com and later that day I get the following error codes

    P1276 (manuf. control. Fuel air metering)

    P0153 (slow response Bank 2 sensor 1)

    I can't find any info on 1276 at all.

    any assistance before I replace the parts would be appreciated!

    2000 Boxster S 40K miles.

    p.s.

    does the Bentley manual have info on this. I ordered that thing months ago from Amazon and they keep delaying...

    convertible top and rear plastic window

    in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)

    Posted · Edited by perfectlap

    no soap on the top. When going to a hand car wash don't let them wash you window either, whehter it be glass or plastic. Wash the window with a chennile or microfiber towel yourself with a mild soap like Meguiars, but don't get any soap on the fabric top. make sure to rinse window first without the spray nozzle. Then moving left to right take a damp microfiber towel and remove any excess slowly. Proceed with the soapy chennile or microfiber towel. Finish with Plexus, its the best for the plastic window and headlights, by far.

    Also when going to any type car wash, keep a microfiber drying towel in your trunk and tell them to dry your car with your towel. The terry cloth towels, and old bath towels used at most car washes WILL MICRO MARR or SCRATCH YOUR PAINT. One car wash gave me hard time about this because some other customers noticed I was using my own towels and started asking questions. I told them Porsche has delicate paints or some other story. Nowadays I go to one of those coin operated car wash bays and bring my own soap,brushes and towels.

    No point in getting the dirt from the last guys SUV on my Porsche.

    For the top only spray it with a stiff stream of water. when it becomes soiled use Ragg topp (spray bottle)cleanser and an OXO feathertip brush to work in the cleanser. Rinse THOROUGHLY. Dislodging dust and dirt is important before the next step. Raggtop is the only cleanser endorsed by the manufacturer of the top (Hartz). Dab dry, don't wipe. Remove bird drops ASAP.

    I use these Sonus waffle weave towels for all detailing minus wax buffing.

    Next step: use a UV protectant. Ragg topp protectant is what I use. It crates a beading effect which repels dust from adhering to the fabric.

    You need to do this in garage or when its not windy. Tape off the window and bodywork and spray the protectant on with two coats waiting until completely dry between coats.

    In between washing try and find an Sunbrella cover that covers only the softop and windows. It will also protect your interior from fading dash and cracked leather.

    the products mentioned can be purchased here:

    www.autogeek.net

    www.autopia-carcare.com

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