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I have also found the front wire, for the boot, which is below the headlight tray. I have now moved this slightly to make it accessible from an external location.

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Thank you. These guys think of everything.

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I have noticed on my 996 Carrera 2S that there is a wire attached to the engine cover lock that enables the lock to be opened manually. This wire runs from the lock towards the passenger side (UK car and left side when looking from back) and then disappears behind the rear light block. It is not a botch job, but looks like a manufacturer's fitting that can be used when the electromagnetic switch is not functioning as it should. It works in the same way as the fuel filler manual release that is within the door frame. Before I start taking things apart to find the other end, where is the other end of this release wire? I suspect it's behind the rear wheel splash guard above the exhaust.Any guidance would be helpful.RegardsH

If I were you I would check the cranking voltage. First check the battery voltage with ignition off and key out. Anything about 12.5V should start the car (my 996 will start with the battery reading 12.3V) . Turn the ignition on and check the battery voltage when the starter motor is cranking the engine. It should be above 9V. Many cars will not start when the cranking voltage is below 9V. Such a low voltage would indicate a poor earth, bad live connection to starter motor, poor solenoid action, faulty starter motor. None of these problems will be solved with a new battery.

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