resarf Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 With the top up, when I open the passenger door the window drops as it should but when I go to close the door the window goes up before the door is closed. Can anyone help with this problem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Door micro switches @TROOPER88?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I have exactly the same issue but with the drivers side. I think it's a microswitch, I have bought one but possibly I bought the inside handle one. Have you tried it from the inside and outside? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TROOPER88 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 6 minutes ago, ½cwt said: Door micro switches @TROOPER88?? I bet it’s the door lock module again. Very common. I don’t ever seem to get trouble with the microswitches on the handle tbh. They are easy to see/test anyway so can easily be ruled out. it’ll be the module 👍🏻 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 What is a door module? Is it expensive from the dealer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GmanB Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 2 hours ago, Daboy3000 said: What is a door module? Is it expensive from the dealer? It's the door lock mechanism/module... It resides inside the door and connects onto the metal latch on the chasis when you close the door. There are microswitches inside the module that fail. There is a video somewhere of a repair, but it looks hideously complicated. Your best bet is to call OPC with your reg and ask for a door lock mechanism, mine was around a 100 quid a few years ago. Drivers side is very common to go, as generally it's used more. I believe people have put VW Golf modules in (no Porsche tax), but possibly need modifications. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxstclever Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 VW Golf Mk5 door lock module will fit. You'll just need to snip a piece of red plastic off for clearance. It will be obvious which part when you compare the two. They are different passenger side to drivers side, so make sure you get the correct side. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 (edited) Like this? @Boxstclever https://www.amazon.co.uk/CONTROL-UNIT-FRONT-MECHANISM-RIGHT/dp/B06XCXYG1Y/ref=asc_df_B06XCXYG1Y/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310715971624&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14244184302752803224&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045122&hvtargid=pla-585286368662&psc=1 Edited March 11, 2022 by Daboy3000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanky Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 When you open the door and window goes down a bit, does it stay down or does it go up soon as you let go of the outside door handle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 6 hours ago, Sanky said: When you open the door and window goes down a bit, does it stay down or does it go up soon as you let go of the outside door handle? As soon as I let go it goes back up, makes it really difficult to shut and even harder to MOT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TROOPER88 Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 34 minutes ago, Daboy3000 said: As soon as I let go it goes back up, makes it really difficult to shut and even harder to MOT! Change the module Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanky Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 11 hours ago, Daboy3000 said: As soon as I let go it goes back up, makes it really difficult to shut and even harder to MOT! It’s the micro switch on the outside of the door module. As has been said already replace the module or replace the micro switch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 3 hours ago, Sanky said: It’s the micro switch on the outside of the door module. As has been said already replace the module or replace the micro switch. Thanks, going to start with removing it and seeing if it can be fixed. I'm not as quick just to replace stuff, I think trooper88 has a slightly higher budget than me. An oem replacement is more than 10% of my cars value! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TROOPER88 Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 10 minutes ago, Daboy3000 said: Thanks, going to start with removing it and seeing if it can be fixed. I'm not as quick just to replace stuff, I think trooper88 has a slightly higher budget than me. An oem replacement is more than 10% of my cars value! Fix it once, fix it right. The same topic about modules comes up daily! Genuine used part!! £70 is the going rate and 20 mins to change Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 1 hour ago, TROOPER88 said: Fix it once, fix it right. The same topic about modules comes up daily! Genuine used part!! £70 is the going rate and 20 mins to change You are 100% right. But I don't have that kind of budget right now, this is a long term project, but thanks for the info and if I can't fix it I will just get a used OEM one when I can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TROOPER88 Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 7 minutes ago, Daboy3000 said: You are 100% right. But I don't have that kind of budget right now, this is a long term project, but thanks for the info and if I can't fix it I will just get a used OEM one when I can. What side do you need? I think I have a few passenger side genuine used modules. If so, you can have one 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 2 hours ago, TROOPER88 said: What side do you need? I think I have a few passenger side genuine used modules. If so, you can have one Ah man, that's really kind of you. Unfortunately though it's the drivers side I need. Typical Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxstclever Posted March 14, 2022 Report Share Posted March 14, 2022 On 3/11/2022 at 3:59 PM, Daboy3000 said: Like this? @Boxstclever https://www.amazon.co.uk/CONTROL-UNIT-FRONT-MECHANISM-RIGHT/dp/B06XCXYG1Y/ref=asc_df_B06XCXYG1Y/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310715971624&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14244184302752803224&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045122&hvtargid=pla-585286368662&psc=1 That looks like it. The red plastic part to the right of the second picture is the part that needs to be trimmed. Make sure you double check how many pins your electrical connector has compared to that as well. From memory, there was a change, but I cant remember when. If you're really on a tight budget, you can probably get a second hand unit for the Golf on ebay. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyplymouth Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 Early (1996/7/8) 986 models use 8-pin connection door lock actuator/modules. Later 986 models changed to 9 pin. Afraid I don't know the exact date of changeover but believe it to be 1999. To sort out an intermittent microswitch/window drop problem in my car, I fitted an inexpensive VW Golf/Passat/Leon door lock actuator provided new by RTG Automotive on ebay for £21.95p including postage. Came with 5-year warranty. Fairly easy to fit. Has worked well for 3 years now without problems. Can't complain about that. Not every part for a 986 has to incur "Porsche tax"! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeluth Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 15 minutes ago, tonyplymouth said: Early (1996/7/8) 986 models use 8-pin connection door lock actuator/modules. Later 986 models changed to 9 pin. Afraid I don't know the exact date of changeover but believe it to be 1999. To sort out an intermittent microswitch/window drop problem in my car, I fitted an inexpensive VW Golf/Passat/Leon door lock actuator provided new by RTG Automotive on ebay for £21.95p including postage. Came with 5-year warranty. Fairly easy to fit. Has worked well for 3 years now without problems. Can't complain about that. Not every part for a 986 has to incur "Porsche tax"! Great info, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyplymouth Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 Important correction . Just checked in my official Porsche 986 wiring diagrams. The change from 8 pin to 9 pin door lock actuators came into effect for model year 1998. So to recap: 1996 and 1997 use 8 pin modules, 1998 on use 9 pin. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 16, 2022 Report Share Posted March 16, 2022 15 hours ago, tonyplymouth said: Important correction . Just checked in my official Porsche 986 wiring diagrams. The change from 8 pin to 9 pin door lock actuators came into effect for model year 1998. So to recap: 1996 and 1997 use 8 pin modules, 1998 on use 9 pin. Thanks, almost bit the bullet on a 9 pin that said it was for early cars, mines a 1996. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted March 16, 2022 Report Share Posted March 16, 2022 16 hours ago, tonyplymouth said: Important correction . Just checked in my official Porsche 986 wiring diagrams. The change from 8 pin to 9 pin door lock actuators came into effect for model year 1998. So to recap: 1996 and 1997 use 8 pin modules, 1998 on use 9 pin. 47 minutes ago, Daboy3000 said: Thanks, almost bit the bullet on a 9 pin that said it was for early cars, mines a 1996. Whilst built in 1996 the earliest Boxster model year is 1997... In the parts cat there is a long list of module options (with obviously VAG part numbers) and yes, 1997 is different from 1998 onwards parts. It is a bit of a mine field with LHD and RHD options too but I hope the lists below help. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted March 16, 2022 Report Share Posted March 16, 2022 (edited) Against all advice I have bought one for £23 with a 5 year warranty. I might replace it when funds are better. 8N***** Isn't that Audi's part numbering system? Edited March 16, 2022 by Daboy3000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted March 16, 2022 Report Share Posted March 16, 2022 1 hour ago, Daboy3000 said: Against all advice I have bought one for £23 with a 5 year warranty. I might replace it when funds are better. 8N***** Isn't that Audi's part numbering system? Yes, - (with obviously VAG part numbers) was in my post.... If you are a bit nerdy like me you do come across quite a few VAG part numbers in the Porsche parts listings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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