Richdobie Posted August 17, 2019 Report Share Posted August 17, 2019 My rear spoiler fails to rise up now, either manually or automatically. I’ve been told it’s likely to be the motor. Does anyone have any photos of the motor in situ? I’ve been told it’s in the rear luggage compartment, near the access panels to the rear lights. Any hints/tips appreciated. Also, is there any way of checking whether the motor is faulty without buying a new one first? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul676 Posted August 18, 2019 Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 It is quite easy to do there is a few online instructions, I have a motor in my shed if you need one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxob Posted August 18, 2019 Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 Checked fuses? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richdobie Posted August 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 Yeah, I’ve checked the fuze and ruled that out. I also disconnected the battery for 30 secs to see if there was any electrical gremlins, but neither were successful. Is there any other checks worth doing prior to changing the motor? I think someone referred to 1 or 2 relays - but don’t know what/where they are. Also, can you replace the motor in situ or do you have to remove/replace the whole spoiler assy? Any tips advice appreciated 👍🏻 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul P Posted August 18, 2019 Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 Left field suggestion; but the spoiler is controlled by a box under the passenger (left) seat. (Also corrals roof and rear lights ). If the roof drains get blocked then water can make sit was under the seat and send the electronics mad. So check for damp under the seat. It probably isn’t the issue because I would expect weirdness from all the associated systems but it’s worth a check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iborguk Posted August 18, 2019 Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 4 hours ago, Richdobie said: Yeah, I’ve checked the fuze and ruled that out. I also disconnected the battery for 30 secs to see if there was any electrical gremlins, but neither were successful. Is there any other checks worth doing prior to changing the motor? I think someone referred to 1 or 2 relays - but don’t know what/where they are. Also, can you replace the motor in situ or do you have to remove/replace the whole spoiler assy? Any tips advice appreciated 👍🏻 Not done a motor replacement myself but link to the workshop manual here if that helps https://workshop-manuals.com/porsche/boxster_s_(987)/f6-3.2l/body_and_frame/spoilers_flaps_and_air_dams/active_spoiler_motor/component_information/service_and_repair/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iborguk Posted August 18, 2019 Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 https://workshop-manuals.com/porsche/boxster_s_(987)/f6-3.2l/body_and_frame/spoilers_flaps_and_air_dams/spoiler/component_information/service_and_repair/procedures/page_6241/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richdobie Posted August 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 30 minutes ago, Paul P said: Left field suggestion; but the spoiler is controlled by a box under the passenger (left) seat. (Also corrals roof and rear lights ). If the roof drains get blocked then water can make sit was under the seat and send the electronics mad. So check for damp under the seat. It probably isn’t the issue because I would expect weirdness from all the associated systems but it’s worth a check. Paul, thanks but I checked under the seat and it’s all dry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richdobie Posted August 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 26 minutes ago, iborguk said: Not done a motor replacement myself but link to the workshop manual here if that helps https://workshop-manuals.com/porsche/boxster_s_(987)/f6-3.2l/body_and_frame/spoilers_flaps_and_air_dams/active_spoiler_motor/component_information/service_and_repair/ Iborguk, thanks very much. Really handy link 👌 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 14 hours ago, Richdobie said: Paul, thanks but I checked under the seat and it’s all dry If it got wet a year ago corrosion of the PCB can start eventually. Have you had it long? thats far left field though, nearly Corbyn territory... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richdobie Posted August 19, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 Had it about 6 months so possible. Is there any easy way to check/test? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floppy Posted August 21, 2019 Report Share Posted August 21, 2019 Does it throw the error message on the dash that the spoiler isn't functioning when you go over 75mph? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richdobie Posted September 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2019 No, there’s no error message above 75mph. Does that help indicate what the problem is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verner Posted September 27, 2019 Report Share Posted September 27, 2019 On 8/18/2019 at 10:08 PM, Paul P said: Left field suggestion; but the spoiler is controlled by a box under the passenger (left) seat. (Also corrals roof and rear lights ). If the roof drains get blocked then water can make sit was under the seat and send the electronics mad. So check for damp under the seat. It probably isn’t the issue because I would expect weirdness from all the associated systems but it’s worth a check. Been there, done that! Costly oversight. I hope it's not that..... Good luck, Verner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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