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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-09-2025, 05:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 212
Posted By blue62
Try unplugging your MAF sensor and see if it...

Try unplugging your MAF sensor and see if it will idle and run smoothly.
When you unplug the MAF sensor if forces the DME to a default fueling strategy.
If you have a vacuum leak causing the issue...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-06-2025, 02:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,283
Posted By blue62
If your car has the original motor mount then it...

If your car has the original motor mount then it is shot.
The rubber center portion wears out and degrades with age.
You can't see it with a visual inspection it has to be removed to see the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-06-2025, 02:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 236
Posted By blue62
A fuse blows when the circuit is drawing more...

A fuse blows when the circuit is drawing more amperage then the circuit (wiring) is designed for.
So you most likely have a short to ground or your gizmo is drawing more amps then the circuit is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 07-01-2025, 09:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 424
Posted By blue62
[QUOTE=Nallace;667773]I’m hoping someone can...

[QUOTE=Nallace;667773]I’m hoping someone can help. I have an 2003 Boxster S. I recently changed the engine over went in without issue but when it comes to starting it won’t fire. Turns over sounds...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-28-2025, 05:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 377
Posted By blue62
O2 sensor readings at idle are rather...

O2 sensor readings at idle are rather meaninless...
The car is not driven at idle.
Very very few engine running tests are done at idle.
Proper testing of O2 sensor operation is done at cruise rpm....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-12-2025, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 278
Posted By blue62
First rule of diagnostics: Always check what...

First rule of diagnostics:
Always check what human hands have touched first.:D :D
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-10-2025, 10:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 278
Posted By blue62
Could be as simple as the negative battery cable...

Could be as simple as the negative battery cable not grounding to the frame properly.
Or any number of other issues.
So go to Utube and look up "Voltage Drop Testing" a Starting system"
Once you...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-01-2025, 01:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 397
Posted By blue62
78F350 has given you good advice. You say you...

78F350 has given you good advice.
You say you pressurized the system and heard air hissing out but could not find the leak.
Use a bottle of water with dish soap in it.
Pressurize the system and...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-16-2025, 07:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 584
Posted By blue62
This is what coolant system pressure testers are...

This is what coolant system pressure testers are for.
Harbor freight has them for around $90.00.
They have adapters to fit just about any system on any car.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-16-2024, 10:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 416
Posted By blue62
Put the transmission in neutral ...Mount the...

Put the transmission in neutral ...Mount the shifter.... Hold shifter in the neutral position.
Adjust cables to fit the shifter attachment points... attach cables.

All an installation tool does...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-16-2024, 04:55 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,105
Posted By blue62
Use a multi meter to test the fuel pump wiring...

Use a multi meter to test the fuel pump wiring circuit for continuity and resistance.
that will tell you if the fuel pump is good or not.
Use a multi meter to test the the wiring to the fuel pump...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 12-15-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,105
Posted By blue62
If the engine "fires" for a second when you use...

If the engine "fires" for a second when you use starting fluid but will not start under normal conditions. Then that tells you that there is a fuel delivery issue.
So you have to determine ,,,is the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-25-2024, 04:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,105
Posted By blue62
The starting point is to determine if the...

The starting point is to determine if the adjuster functions or not.
It is an electrical devise so the electrical circuit portion can be tested with a volt meter.
It can be made to "test" actuate...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-24-2024, 11:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,105
Posted By blue62
P1524 is telling you that there is an issue with...

P1524 is telling you that there is an issue with the cam shaft adjuster on bank 2.
It has an effect on cam shaft timing. It is most likely why your having miss-fires on all cylinders on that bank....
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-18-2024, 04:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,248
Posted By blue62
The water pump is in the center of the engine not...

The water pump is in the center of the engine not the right hand side of the engine.
If you have coolant draining near the right rear wheel that is where the coolant tank overflow tube is.
There is...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-09-2024, 05:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,103
Posted By blue62
The steering lock is just mechanical. You...

The steering lock is just mechanical.
You probably need to replace the electrical switch at the rear of the key tumbler.
That switch is a common issue with these cars.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-09-2024, 05:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,887
Posted By blue62
In the passenger wheel well behind the wheel well...

In the passenger wheel well behind the wheel well liner there is a switch and a valve that are linked to the EVAP system.
The clicking sound could be related to those.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-03-2024, 06:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,887
Posted By blue62
Start with the simplest thing first. That...

Start with the simplest thing first.
That is.... have your battery load tested.
That will tell you if the battery is still good or if it needs replaced.
If the battery is still good then you need...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-25-2024, 09:30 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,831
Posted By blue62
The mechanical steering lock is exactly that...

The mechanical steering lock is exactly that "Mechanical" consists mostly of a spring and plunger.
If you remove the assembly you will find that it malfunctions due to the old "lube" or grease...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-11-2024, 06:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 807
Posted By blue62
A very very bad idea especially if it is other...

A very very bad idea especially if it is other then steel such as say aluminum.
You will change the temper and other strength qualities of the part.
That could cause an unsafe condition such as...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-05-2024, 11:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 773
Posted By blue62
That pump only spins up for a few seconds at cold...

That pump only spins up for a few seconds at cold startup.
Most likely uses sealed bearings
Very unlikely that the bearings are worn.
The car may have 80,000 miles on it but the SAI pump has very...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-05-2024, 03:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 773
Posted By blue62
First thing to do is check to see if you blew a...

First thing to do is check to see if you blew a related fuse.
Then check the motor for continuity.
if those are good then the motor should run when hooked up direct to 12v.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-25-2024, 02:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,291
Posted By blue62
You may want to look at the condition of your air...

You may want to look at the condition of your air filter while your in there.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 01-25-2024, 04:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,291
Posted By blue62
I would worry about the oily residue and oil...

I would worry about the oily residue and oil saturated dirt all over the engine.
It is definitive proof of multiple vacuum leaks.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 01-18-2024, 02:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,877
Posted By blue62
Try something like Ace Hardware if you have it or...

Try something like Ace Hardware if you have it or a Napa auto parts store.
I think Brass will be easier to find then Copper.
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