05 Boxster: replaced key fob shell, all buttons work, car does not start

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Originally Posted by Aeneas137

Thank you. this thread saved me an expensive 40 mile tow to the nearest Porsche dealer plus a new fob and dealer pricing. I didn't know about the transponder. I just received the car yesterday via truck shipping and the buttons did not work. I tried what anyone would--replacing the 2032 battery. The fob was in rough condition so I wasn't expecting it to work but worth a try. When I split it open, a little piece of "plastic" fell out. I assumed it was from breakage. After that, no start--actually the car panicked. 2 hours later, finding this wonderful thread, I fished the little piece of plastic out of the trash, re-inserted it into the fob, and the car instantly responded. WHEW! I need a new fob for the buttons but at least I have the transponder. This forum just saved me $500.

And BOOOOM! You're up $500!

Merry Christmas.