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Spinnaker · 10-27-2011, 12:03 AM

Is there any fix to this without replacing the ignition switch?

In short, no. But you only have to replace the rear portion. It has all the electrical contacts and the spring return from start, in it. The key part is in the forward section and has the steering wheel lock section in it, and doesn't need to be replaced. Do a search for this in the forum. Lots of questions and answers on this topic. It is a very common problem with the early Boxsters. You can buy the electrical part online for $10-12, and from the local parts house for $25 - 35. It is a relatively easy DIY project. I believe they changed the design in 2005 to a new style to try to eliminate this problem.
Buy two and keep a spare. If you keep the car long enough, you will need it. I keep a spare switch in the tire tool kit, because you never know when it will go out again and strand you somewhere. The last time my switch went out, the key would go around 360° with absolutely no resistance at all.
ignitionswitchreplacement - mikefocke2

10-27-2011, 12:03 AM	#2
Spinnaker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Seattle Posts: 735	Is there any fix to this without replacing the ignition switch? In short, no. But you only have to replace the rear portion. It has all the electrical contacts and the spring return from start, in it. The key part is in the forward section and has the steering wheel lock section in it, and doesn't need to be replaced. Do a search for this in the forum. Lots of questions and answers on this topic. It is a very common problem with the early Boxsters. You can buy the electrical part online for $10-12, and from the local parts house for $25 - 35. It is a relatively easy DIY project. I believe they changed the design in 2005 to a new style to try to eliminate this problem. Buy two and keep a spare. If you keep the car long enough, you will need it. I keep a spare switch in the tire tool kit, because you never know when it will go out again and strand you somewhere. The last time my switch went out, the key would go around 360° with absolutely no resistance at all. ignitionswitchreplacement - mikefocke2 __________________ 2000S Ocean Blue Metallic- 116K 3X Water Pump, Clear side markers, Crios Mod, Front engine mount, Flywheel, clutch, RMS, AOS, MAF, serpentine belt, power brake vacuum line, battery, 2X CV boots, Fuel filter, Oil filler tube, 3X ignition switch, 90K service, gas cap, Coolant tank Last edited by Spinnaker; 10-27-2011 at 12:46 AM.