Ignition switch holding screws

[dghii]

Sounds like a good idea. After you do this job once or twice it's not too bad. I remove the vent for access.

[clickman]

^ +1 on taking out duct. Although it's a bit of a fussbudget to get back in on the driver's side. Don't be afraid to yank on it

[kjc2050]

Originally Posted by clickman

^ +1 on taking out duct. Although it's a bit of a fussbudget to get back in on the driver's side. Don't be afraid to yank on it

I think dghii was referring to the vent, not the AC duct. Some owners have opted to do the job via the vent on the LH side of the dash.

[mikehkang]

Thank you guys for your input.
I appreciated it very much.
If I keep my Boxster forever, it would be because this forum and its members.

Now that I have the old part out of the way, even the door side screw is easy to access. I believe the time is now to replace the old screws with thumbscrews. I think with the thumbscrews, or longer screws, in place, I will be able to simply reach in with my arm to remove and install the electronic part when it breaks again. If this works like I am hoping it would, I won't have to remove the left air duct to access the door side screw.

[mikehkang]

This is how it looks now.



The screw size is M4. The one I used in the picture is 35mm long with a Phillips head. It is long enough to identify by feel and now I can remove the electronic part without putting my head inside the foot well.

The procedure is reversible. After the original screws are loosen enough for the bad part to come out, you can use a toy magnet to pull out the screw completely.
I will upload a picture of the magnet I used if anyone wants.

Concerns:
1. The old screws were tapered at the end. I may need to taper the new screws but I am leaving it as it is for now.
2. Should I or should I not use thread locking fluid.