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1998 Boxster doesn't have manual Spoiler switch - is this common?
So I trolled many threads and could not find the answer - is it common for a Boxster not the have the Spoiler Toggle switch. I opened the fuse box today since my spoiler is not working and it's just empty space where the switch should be.
I plan on adding 2 new relays since I did the #3 and #9 swap and it did not work |
My 2000 Boxster base has the spoiler toggle switch.
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you should not have to open the fuse box.
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http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04...5fef219656.jpg
That is the up-down button. This one is on a 98 though so yours maybe a little different |
Did it come with the factory aerokit that deletes the active spoiler in favor of a longer trunk lid with fixed spoiler?
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The switch is still there on mine. Just deactivated. |
I had trouble with this too. I could not find the switch, and my fuse cover was missing. I finally did find the switch danging behind the fuse panel. All is well now. so keep looking.
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@Healthservices - I appreciate the pics and the sarcasm but like I mentioned the switch is missing. The slot where the switch is mounted is empty. I just recently purchased the car used from a Porsche dealership and it did not come with the owners manual. I am still getting familiar with the ins and outs of the car. |
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I'm surprised that a Porsche dealer would sell 17 year old Boxster on the lot. here is some more help if you are still having issues...
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-m...3_131758-1.jpg remove 4 screws and pop surrounding panel NOT THE FUSE PANEL ITSELF... https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-b...3_131950-1.jpg This is the plug... https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-u...3_132003-1.jpg This is where it plugs into the switch. since yours is missing I would contact 986 Forum - for Porsche Boxster Owners and Others - View Profile: itsnotanova get a new one or source one as it is only a three wire switch. |
I have wired several boxsters and 911's wings to manually control them. It takes 2 relays and an extra window switch. It's pretty simple.
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When I bought mine I thought I was missing mine also. Like others have said it probably fell behind. That is where I found mine. If you don't find it let me know because I actually have an extra I ordered.
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So I removed the relays and re-inserted them and now my spoiler works. I put scotch tape over the spoiler as others have done and bam the spoiler works. Antny I'll take you up on your offer if in fact the switch is missing. I know its an easy task but haven't had time to remove the panel to see if the switch fell behind.
Healthservices thanks again for the detailed pics. I know members get annoyed with noobs :) Yeah finding a 98 Porsche from the dealer was a surprise. It was a trade in from what they claimed from a long time customer. Could have been lip service. I did a little homework and asked them to give it a new poly belt. They performed the full 60k service and gave it a new set of tires. I couldn't pass it up so I took the plunge. The previous owner left it all stock - other than wanting a short shifter I am gonna leave it stock including the crappy sound system. Thanks again to all who helped a noob! |
Just let me know. I don't want you to make the mistake I did and bought one before taking the panel apart and finding mine.
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Spoiler
I tell you if I could find a spoiler I really liked I would install one and get rid of the mechanical contraption that weighs so much.
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Mine Didn't
My '98 did not have a manual switch for the tail. I had to install one.
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