Welcome to RennTech.org Community, Guest
There are many great features available to you once you register at RennTech.org
You are free to view posts here, but you must log in to reply to existing posts, or to start your own new topic. Like most online communities, there are costs involved to maintain a site like this - so we encourage our members to donate. All donations go to the costs operating and maintaining this site. We prefer that guests take part in our community and we offer a lot in return to those willing to join our corner of the Porsche world. This site is 99 percent member supported (less than 1 percent comes from advertising) - so please consider an annual donation to keep this site running.
Here are some of the features available - once you register at RennTech.org
- View Classified Ads
- DIY Tutorials
- Porsche TSB Listings (limited)
- VIN Decoder
- Special Offers
-
OBD II P-Codes - Paint Codes
- Registry
- Videos System
- View Reviews
- and get rid of this welcome message
It takes just a few minutes to register, and it's FREE
Contributing Members also get these additional benefits:
(you become a Contributing Member by donating money to the operation of this site)
- No ads - advertisements are removed
- Access the Contributors Only Forum
- Contributing Members Only Downloads
- Send attachments with PMs
- All image/file storage limits are substantially increased for all Contributing Members
- Option Codes Lookup
- VIN Option Lookups (limited)
bostonboxster
-
Posts
8 -
Joined
-
Last visited
About bostonboxster
- Birthday 03/08/1951
bostonboxster's Achievements
Member (1/1)
0
Reputation
-
Put the key into the driver's door and turn to the right as you press the alarm/lock button on the remote. I had the same problem and one of the good folks here 'keyed' me into the solution. Hope that works. Jeff Lipsitt Boston
-
****, RFM, you are good! I stuck the key in, turned it, pressed the button, and VOILA - they're mated again!!! Thank you bunches. I guess the flashing remote doesn't mean much in this case. The car started just fine and I'm letting her run for awhile, in place. I would never have figured that out without you - many, many thanks. Now, if I could indulge you (and any others), the console (near the radio) red light flashes continuously when the car is shut down - is that normal - ? Hey, I'm sorry, I'm a new owner of the 'computer on wheels' and all these crazy little gizmos are panicking me! ;-) From what I've read here, the slightest misstep will cause a meltdown! I know you guys (and maybe some gals) are really into the technical stuff, so please forgive me for posting what you probably feel are superfulous issues. But I really want to get 'up to speed' on this magnificent creature. At some point, I'll be able to help out with the problems other people experience. I'm a BBQ nut and was on the BBQ List for years (Google me - Bostonbutt - and you'll see some recipes you may like... my way of somewhat paying you back). Feel free to email me personally about food issues at jeff.lipsitt@verizon.net Again, thanks for solving my problem, RFM. Best regards - Jeff in Boston
-
Thanks for the tip, PK, but I just tried turning the key in the driver's side keyhole and pressing the remote button at the same time - BINGO! In my case, it was indeed an issue with not 'mating' the remote with the alarm system for a week... they needed to re-establish their relationship - ha - much like we have to do with our wives, but that's a different topic I gather. You really don't want to be in MA right about now unless you're in the midwest - it's FREEZING! Best - and thanks for offering your kind advice. Jeff
-
Please see below - I'm still trying to get the hang of posting.
-
OK, after I try your first 'fix' I'll try a new remote battery. I wish I paid attention to what the remote was doing while it worked correctly. This car sure has a lot of 'codes' everywhere! I loved the line someone here said about the Boxster - that it's a computer on wheels! While that doesn't bode well for me, I sure love driving this gorgeous machine. Thanks, RFM. Jeff in Boston
-
OK, I'll first try a new battery if your first 'fix' doesn't set things straight. Thanks! Jeff in Boston
-
Thank you, RFM... I'll try that and will post results. When you say "search it in the remote", do you mean replace the battery or get a new remote?
-
Hi folks - I'm new here, loved what I saw, and became a Contributing Member because your efforts are priceless! A few weeks back I bought an 02 Boxster 2.7 base and it's been fantastic - until yesterday when the temp in Boston plummeted to 12 degrees. Last week it snowed so I put the baby under wraps in my driveway and started driving my Lexus again for the winter. I read here that it's a good idea to start up the engine at least once a week so I did that after 5 days and, last week, everything was fine. Then yesterday, when I pressed the remote key to unlock the doors and shut off the alarm, nothing happened. The red light on the remote flashes quickly and continuously for as long as I press it. The two boots don't open either. I have not tried to open the doors with the key because so many of you have said that screws up the alarm system. Do you think the problem is with my key, my battery (due to the cold weather), or the alarm (which is still activated)? Should I attempt to open with the key, and if so, what may I expect? How do you think I should store the car for the winter while it's in my driveway? I'm pretty non-technical (in the TV biz) and would appreciate any suggestions and ideas for any of my questions. Many thanks! Jeff in Boston, MA