left lights on, killed batt. Charge or replace?

[Paul]

Originally Posted by wwjd

Newb mistake, left head lights on in garage, batt fully dead.

Do I try to resurrect by charging (need to buy charger), or replace
battery and move on? I've had success charging other vehicles in the past,
but I have zero mechanic type knowledge.

If replace, what is a good one for 2002 Boxster?

Why not jump start it? Hook it up to another car's battery (donor car not running) let it sit a few minutes, then start the donor car, then you car.

[wwjd]

Originally Posted by Paul

Why not jump start it? Hook it up to another car's battery (donor car not running) let it sit a few minutes, then start the donor car, then you car.

ha! Why didn't I even think of that. Got a fully working car right next to it, WITH cables . I guess I though when it is DEAD it is somehow different? I'll give it a shot, then maybe take a day trip to recharge it.

Great advice all!

Will any electronics came back messed up? like key lock or any of that? The top is down so I can get in to it. I know the radio will be DOINKED...

[Doug427]

I bought a 987 with a dead Porsche battery that had been sitting for months. It was as dead as Abe Lincoln - it showed NOTHING, it had the same electrical capabilities as a tree stump . Charged it up overnight on my old 1970's era battery charger, and it's been working perfectly for over a year now.

[Paul]

You will need your radio code.

You will need to roll the windows up (with the top closed). Then push and hold each window switch for a few seconds to allow the closed position to be relearned.

To relearn the idle position of the gas pedal, turn the key to the run position (do not start or touch the gas pedal) until you hear the throttle click (about a minute). Then turn the key off for about 20 seconds and then start the car.

[Paul]

Originally Posted by paul

you will need your radio code.

You will need to roll the windows up (with the top closed). Then push and hold each window switch for a few seconds to allow the closed position to be relearned.

To relearn the idle position of the gas pedal, turn the key to the run position (do not start or touch the gas pedal) until you hear the throttle click (about a minute). Then turn the key off for about 20 seconds and then start the car.

Everything will work except the radio, but do the above.