karlp606 Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Hey guys, Picked up my Boxster yesterday, after a 440 enjoyable mile drive back I've got some questions: 1. I had the hard top on driving back and the heated windscreen button was not lit and wouldn't work does this only work with the soft top up? 2. The central locking key button on the dash doesnt seen to be doing anything either not lit and I cant hear it locking doors, key fob is working fine. 3. Can you see the spoiler whilst driving over 55-75mph? The spoiler is operating manually but not sure if its coming up whilst driving. 4. I only have 1 key how much would a spare key cost? To be programmed etc. Thanks in advance guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 1. Probably the wire at the back is not connected, or the spade terminal snapped. 3. No. Get someone to follow you. 4. 150 if you're lucky, 200+ if not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That986 Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 25 minutes ago, karlp606 said: Hey guys, Picked up my Boxster yesterday, after a 440 enjoyable mile drive back I've got some questions: 1. I had the hard top on driving back and the heated windscreen button was not lit and wouldn't work does this only work with the soft top up? 2. The central locking key button on the dash doesnt seen to be doing anything either not lit and I cant hear it locking doors, key fob is working fine. 3. Can you see the spoiler whilst driving over 55-75mph? The spoiler is operating manually but not sure if its coming up whilst driving. 4. I only have 1 key how much would a spare key cost? To be programmed etc. Thanks in advance guys Sounds like you're not getting power to that side of the dash for some reason if they're not lighting up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southy Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 34 minutes ago, That986 said: Sounds like you're not getting power to that side of the dash for some reason if they're not lighting up. check the roof works - it's also on the same side Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That986 Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 3 minutes ago, Southy said: check the roof works - it's also on the same side Hard top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlp606 Posted November 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Yeh roof works as tested that before putting hardtop on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That986 Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 12 minutes ago, karlp606 said: Yeh roof works as tested that before putting hardtop on I would check the fuses for those switches. For them not to light up would suggest no power at the switch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlp606 Posted November 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Cool will start with fuses then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southy Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 1 hour ago, karlp606 said: Cool will start with fuses then The panel is quite easy to remove if you have to check the pin connectors later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 As you wish, but I’d start by checking the spade connection at the back is actually made, not left unplugged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwdg Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Congratulations, which car did you get? Was it the Silver 2.5 Tiptronic? Ref the roof, mine is now on after buying last month and taking it off. Connected the cable for the heated window and press button and light goes on. If yours does not, as previously said, check connection is made, lose wires or trapped wire under roof.. and then fuses for that side of switches. The door lock button sounds like there is an issue there. Glad you got a car - they're great fun to drive!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlp606 Posted November 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Yes matey Thanks will check them this weekend The 2.5 tip very nice just ordered the clear lights all around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobbie Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 11 minutes ago, karlp606 said: Yes matey Thanks will check them this weekend The 2.5 tip very nice just ordered the clear lights all around. Great car, not that I'm biased at all?, you can update 'My ride' on your profile now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwdg Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Just quoted £218 inc VAT for a key to be done at Hatfield Porsche. It needs reprogramming. They will keep the metal and change the rest. Two button key. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlp606 Posted November 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Quick update on the central locking button it is lit but isn't doing anything when I press it, the LED isn't lighting up. When I drove home tonight the red light lit and the doors locked and then unlocked? Did this a couple of times then stopped. Is there a way to repogram the key for the central locking? Also think my horn alarm isnt working as its not going off when I set the alarm off from inside the car just lights are flashing, is this an easy DIY? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwdg Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 I read this with interest: http://www.jmgporsche.co.uk/index.php/menu-articles/articles-maintenance/item/234-996-986-alarm-primer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MakeTeaNotWar Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 13 minutes ago, karlp606 said: Quick update on the central locking button it is lit but isn't doing anything when I press it, the LED isn't lighting up. When I drove home tonight the red light lit and the doors locked and then unlocked? Did this a couple of times then stopped. Is there a way to repogram the key for the central locking? Also think my horn alarm isnt working as its not going off when I set the alarm off from inside the car just lights are flashing, is this an easy DIY? Re the alarm, easy check, its under the drivers side panel next to the battery in the front of , i found mine had been disconnected and simply plugged it back in. Note you can turn off internal alarm triggering if you press the lock key twice within 3 or 5 seconds of locking the car, I suppose so you can leave a dog or child or wife in there. The car will usually beep to tell you youve pressed it twice but if your alarm sirens disconnected you wouldnt hear that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gutley Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 11 hours ago, Menoporsche said: 3. No. Get someone to follow you. Or a passenger to pop their head up and look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlp606 Posted November 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 28 minutes ago, MakeTeaNotWar said: Re the alarm, easy check, its under the drivers side panel next to the battery in the front of , i found mine had been disconnected and simply plugged it back in. Note you can turn off internal alarm triggering if you press the lock key twice within 3 or 5 seconds of locking the car, I suppose so you can leave a dog or child or wife in there. The car will usually beep to tell you youve pressed it twice but if your alarm sirens disconnected you wouldnt hear that. The panel in footwell or the front boot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlp606 Posted November 3, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2017 quick update on the central locking button, its now red all the time after setting off driving but doesnt seem to do anything when I press it, the car has also started unlocking and locking the doors whilst driving also :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimsterC Posted November 4, 2017 Report Share Posted November 4, 2017 I would get someone to look at the box of tricks under the passenger seat. Check for wet carpets as that box of electronics is prone to water damage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted November 4, 2017 Report Share Posted November 4, 2017 Ignition switch (15 quid from VW) and dying battery (80ish from a discount site) can give random electrical problems. But it’s all locking problems so something in common there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlp606 Posted November 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 4, 2017 2 hours ago, TimsterC said: I would get someone to look at the box of tricks under the passenger seat. Check for wet carpets as that box of electronics is prone to water damage. Just pulled the passenger seat forward and the lifted the carpet and its very damp under the rubber membrane :/ could this be blocked drainer? Ive currently got the hardtop on. pics here; Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cocky Posted November 4, 2017 Report Share Posted November 4, 2017 Regarding the spoiler it will raise at 75mph on your dash which is actually something closer to 70mph in reality. When a bumper screw was fouling my spoiler and hindering it raising I was getting a warning on the dash. All sorted, no warning and it works. As regards to the heated rear screen I can press the button with the roof down and it does light up but even up it's a pretty long winded attempt at clearing the window. Seems just having the heaters on works just as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyUK Posted November 4, 2017 Report Share Posted November 4, 2017 the two rear drain holes are located under the clamshell. take the hard top off and put the roof in service mode. There is a foam tray on each side that collects water. Clear the drain holes and check for tears in the tray. The door membrane could also be torn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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