Do you have trouble closing your back trunk?

[LoveBunny]

I've been having the darndest time getting my back trunk to close. I find it works best if I press my hand about where the "o" is in "Boxster," but it doesn't always work. I just now had to press it about 10 times to get it to latch. Is this normal?

[peakpro]

I don't think it is.

MIne closes with a gentle push.

[LoveBunny]

hmmm, wonder if something is wrong with my latch.

[Bob Z.]

My '08 Boxster S is the same way - I have to push it multiple times for it to close.

My dealer is 60+ miles away so I don't plan to take it there for just that; however, if someone learns of a quick fix/adjustment please post it here.

[LoveBunny]

Maybe it's something with the latch used on the '08, or maybe it has to break in some. I use my trunk regularly, so it's a royal pain. I'll let you know what I find out because I definitely would like to fix it if possible.

[Burg Boxster]

I'm not sure about the 987 latch, but on the 986 if you pull the cover plate off (2 philips head screws), you can gain access to the latch.

Might just need some grease or it could need adjusted up/down a bit. I imagine the adjustment is much like the front hood latch - loosen the 10mm bolts/nuts and slide up/down as needed (in your case - I'd presume up a tad). Of course, if it's a 987, you're most likely under warranty and if a dealer is close by, I'd have them adjust it.

Here's a picture of what the latch looks like on the 986s (w/ a broken cable for the remote release):

[TriGem2k]

Have you tried adjusting the rubber stops?

Look at the end of the trunk lid corners and you will see one rubber stop on each side. Adjust those accordingly and your all set.

They adjust by twisting them. Clockwise makes them shorter (easier to close the trunk) and counter clockwise extends them (makes it harder to close the trunk).

Very simple

let us know if this works