Electrical problem

[dghii]

top drains clear?
Sure sounds like ignition switch but the only other thing i can think of is immobilizer.

[Didier]

Originally Posted by dghii

top drains clear?
Sure sounds like ignition switch but the only other thing i can think of is immobilizer.

Top drains? What is top drains?

I do not believe immobilizer… there is no issue with starting. Only when I switch ignition off it is delayed. Actually Ignition current goes off and all lights also only radio remain on and I can not close doors with remote control… or thats only what I can detect.

[DC Jeff]

Mine does this too. I think it is the ignition switch not returning all the way to the off position. Make sure to twist hard. It usually will eventually get to the off position if you let it sit. I know it's happening because my radio stays on.

[Sandy G]

To answer your question about the drains: The 986 has four drain holes, two near the battery and two under the convertible top clamshell. Rainwater gets in these areas, and these drain holes let the water flow out to the ground. If the holes are clogged, water can end up leaking into the cabin.

Unfortunately, the (expensive) immobilizer is mounted on the floor of the cabin under the driver's seat. If the cabin gets enough water on the floor, the immobilizer can be damaged and cause a number of weird problems. Search Google for lots of videos, "How to clean 986 drain holes."

Most of the folks here are pretty sure your issue is the ignition switch, not the immobilizer. But it's a really good idea to keep your drains clear in any case, before you damage your immobilizer.

[Didier]

Originally Posted by Sandy G

To answer your question about the drains: The 986 has four drain holes, two near the battery and two under the convertible top clamshell. Rainwater gets in these areas, and these drain holes let the water flow out to the ground. If the holes are clogged, water can end up leaking into the cabin.

Unfortunately, the (expensive) immobilizer is mounted on the floor of the cabin under the driver's seat. If the cabin gets enough water on the floor, the immobilizer can be damaged and cause a number of weird problems. Search Google for lots of videos, "How to clean 986 drain holes."

Most of the folks here are pretty sure your issue is the ignition switch, not the immobilizer. But it's a really good idea to keep your drains clear in any case, before you damage your immobilizer.

Thanks for the tips. Floor is dry for now. Car is most of time in the garage when it's not on the road.