98 Boxster. Wont crank, wont start
 

It's me again. My 98 Boxster will not turn over. When I turn the key, the accessories all come on. But the engine will not turn over. I have replaced the ignition switch, checked the relays, and replaced the battery.

The engine is not seized, as I heard it turning when I attempted to push-start.

Need help!

thxx,

sam

macyfilms@aol.com

Bad starter?

Push the clutch pedal harder? Do you have a floor mat under it?

clutch switch
 

I checked the clutch switch, it's definately popping out as it should when i push the pedal down.

Can I access the starter from under the car to test that out?

Check the clutch switch with a volt ohm meter.

The starter and solenoid are on top of the motor.

manual page
 

HI Paul,

I tried to send you a private message, but the system told me your box was full.


Sam (starter/solenoid problem)

macyfilms@gmail.com

(if you got any documentation on a quick and painless way to open my top (stopped working) would love that too!

thx,

sam

Email sent, inbox cleaned up.

This type of starting issue can also be caused by using a key whose transponder code does match the immobilizer.

key/transponder
 

I thought about that key-transponder issue, but it's the same key I've been using for ten years. Is it possible that when my battery went totally dead i created a code or immobilizer issue?

i should mention that when my battery was totally dead, i had to put juice in through the cigarette lighter to get the hood unlocked.

sam