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986 Bonnet not springing up when latch activated

Hi all

I have had my Boxster s for a few weeks now and all is well apart from a couple of little niggles.

When I activate the release mechanism on the bonnet I hear the click to indicate that the latch has opened. However the bonnet does not spring up. I can manage to pull the bonnet up to allow me to work the lever to open the bonnet fully.

I was wondering if anyone else has experienced this and if so is there an easy fix?

Is there a spring in the mechanism that can be replaced?

This may be irrelevant but the telescopic arms that keep the bonnet open seem tired and don't always keep it raised.

I am hoping to post some pics tomorrow :)

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Originally Posted by nige_surtees (Post 488014)

When I activate the release mechanism on the bonnet I hear the click to indicate that the latch has opened. However the bonnet does not spring up. I can manage to pull the bonnet up to allow me to work the lever to open the bonnet fully.

I was wondering if anyone else has experienced this and if so is there an easy fix?

The spring in the release is worn. You must replace the entire unit. Try a Porsche recycler for a replacement.

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Originally Posted by nige_surtees (Post 488014)

This may be irrelevant but the telescopic arms that keep the bonnet open seem tired and don't always keep it raised.

You need new bonnet shocks. Replace both of them, Brand new you can find them for about $25-30 a pair.

Just sayin'............

TO