Go Back   986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners > Porsche Boxster & Cayman Forums > Boxster General Discussions

Post Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 01-09-2021, 02:01 PM   #1
Registered User
 
Join Date: Dec 2020
Location: Lubbock Tx
Posts: 48
Quote:
Originally Posted by Homeoboxter View Post
What makes you think it may be faulty?
First off window fuses are good. There's no hot pin at the window switch plug and wiring diagram shows hot wire going through fuse then to relay. Windows do nothing.
mtb50 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-10-2021, 07:56 PM   #2
Custom User Title Here
 
particlewave's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Ft. Leonard Wood
Posts: 6,164
Garage
Quote:
Originally Posted by mtb50 View Post
First off window fuses are good. There's no hot pin at the window switch plug and wiring diagram shows hot wire going through fuse then to relay. Windows do nothing.
Someone sent you on a wild goose chase.

I’ve been watching your posts. If you want to fix your window problem, start at the immobilizer. Best of luck.

Last edited by particlewave; 01-10-2021 at 08:00 PM.
particlewave is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-11-2021, 10:02 AM   #3
Registered User
 
Join Date: Dec 2020
Location: Lubbock Tx
Posts: 48
Quote:
Originally Posted by particlewave View Post
Someone sent you on a wild goose chase.

I’ve been watching your posts. If you want to fix your window problem, start at the immobilizer. Best of luck.
Ok so what do I need to check on the immobillizer? Here is were I'm at . There are 3 pins in the middle of the switch. A BRN/GRN/BLK wire coming from the top relay should be hot and it's not. I've gone to the middle pin with a hot wire and the windows go up and down. The top relay does power the top but not the windows I'd appreciate any help
mtb50 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-11-2021, 01:25 PM   #4
Registered User
 
Zzorro's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: Fort Langley
Posts: 253
Quote:
Originally Posted by mtb50 View Post
Ok so what do I need to check on the immobillizer? Here is were I'm at . There are 3 pins in the middle of the switch. A BRN/GRN/BLK wire coming from the top relay should be hot and it's not. I've gone to the middle pin with a hot wire and the windows go up and down. The top relay does power the top but not the windows I'd appreciate any help
CLU = Central locking unit = Immobilizer. To troubleshoot the convertable top electronics have a look at that YouTube video I sent. That diagnostic sheet he references is a full diagnosis.
__________________
----------------------------
98 Boxster - Ocean Blue metallic. Bringing it back to life and having fun doing it!
20 Harley Streetbob -
Zzorro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-11-2021, 02:34 PM   #5
Motorist & Coffee Drinker
 
78F350's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Oklahoma
Posts: 3,932
Garage
That same connection that goes to the top relay from the switch also connects to the CLU connector 1, pin 18. You can check it for continuity and/or +12v. Once you have done that advance to the next question.

The top relay diagram:


Where it goes on the top relay plug:


To the CLU...


what it look like on the CLU plug:
__________________
I am not an attorney, mechanic, or member of the clergy. Following any advice given in my posts is done at your own peril.
78F350 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-11-2021, 02:47 PM   #6
Registered User
 
Join Date: Dec 2020
Location: Lubbock Tx
Posts: 48
Quote:
Originally Posted by 78F350 View Post
That same connection that goes to the top relay from the switch also connects to the CLU connector 1, pin 18. You can check it for continuity and/or +12v. Once you have done that advance to the next question.

The top relay diagram:


Where it goes on the top relay plug:


To the CLU...


what it look like on the CLU plug:
I had the seat out today and the fuse is ok. tomorrow I'll do what you showed here and get back to you. Thanks
mtb50 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-11-2021, 02:52 PM   #7
Motorist & Coffee Drinker
 
78F350's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Oklahoma
Posts: 3,932
Garage
Quote:
Originally Posted by mtb50 View Post
I had the seat out today and the fuse is ok. tomorrow I'll do what you showed here and get back to you. Thanks
NOTE: If you turn the key to the on position with the seat wire harness disconnected, it will cause the airbag caution light to come on and it will need to be reset with a capable diagnostic tool/scanner.
__________________
I am not an attorney, mechanic, or member of the clergy. Following any advice given in my posts is done at your own peril.
78F350 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-11-2021, 03:43 PM   #8
Registered User
 
Join Date: Dec 2020
Location: Lubbock Tx
Posts: 48
Quote:
Originally Posted by mtb50 View Post
I had the seat out today and the fuse is ok. tomorrow I'll do what you showed here and get back to you. Thanks
As you have pointed to me the relay plug 11 is not hot no 12v. Only one I found hot was 23 witch I thank would explain the power top to work. I'll check the clu 18 when i have more time. Thanks for your time.
mtb50 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-11-2021, 02:45 PM   #9
Registered User
 
Join Date: Dec 2020
Location: Lubbock Tx
Posts: 48
Quote:
Originally Posted by Zzorro View Post
CLU = Central locking unit = Immobilizer. To troubleshoot the convertable top electronics have a look at that YouTube video I sent. That diagnostic sheet he references is a full diagnosis.
That was a good video only problem is that my 2000 top relay is different than the 1998 that he showed but I appreciate it.
mtb50 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-12-2021, 09:56 AM   #10
Registered User
 
Join Date: Dec 2020
Location: Lubbock Tx
Posts: 48
Quote:
Originally Posted by particlewave View Post
Someone sent you on a wild goose chase.

I’ve been watching your posts. If you want to fix your window problem, start at the immobilizer. Best of luck.
Your were definitely right about starting at the CLU. 78F350 has been a lot of help as well I've cleaned the board with alcohol and will see what happens Thanks
mtb50 is offline   Reply With Quote
Post Reply



Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On




All times are GMT -8. The time now is 04:23 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Content Relevant URLs by vBSEO 3.6.0
Copyright 2025 Pelican Parts, LLC - Posts may be archived for display on the Pelican Parts Website -    DMCA Registered Agent Contact Page