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clickman · 04-17-2008, 08:41 PM

I had to replace the plastic pull cord, and so I had to pull out the solenoid (actuator) to do it. I recommend you DO NOT remove the fender.

Here's an excellent DYI (which unfortunately wasn't available when I did mine):

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=13955

For the REALLY tight work of loosening the two screws holding the solenoid I used a small bit that comes with a multi-bit screwdriver and and a small boxend wrench that went over the back end of the bit. Be prepared with patience, it's a very tight spot. But it can be done - if I did it so can you!

04-17-2008, 08:41 PM	#14
clickman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: BC Posts: 1,312	I had to replace the plastic pull cord, and so I had to pull out the solenoid (actuator) to do it. I recommend you DO NOT remove the fender. Here's an excellent DYI (which unfortunately wasn't available when I did mine): http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=13955 For the REALLY tight work of loosening the two screws holding the solenoid I used a small bit that comes with a multi-bit screwdriver and and a small boxend wrench that went over the back end of the bit. Be prepared with patience, it's a very tight spot. But it can be done - if I did it so can you! __________________ 2001 Boxster, 5 spd, Seal Grey