2001 Boxter S Hood Release

[1PorscheBoxster986]

For most it isn't an option hence the quirk for 2001+ years. You do not need to remove the wheel well liner (plastic fender lining). You just have to pull then remove the plastic tabs holding it in place and fit your hand through it. A simple pair of pliers will work. The video link I sent you will visually show you how it's done.

The reason why you won't be able to remove the wheel well liner simply is because you won't have room with the tire there. Unless you're fortunate to not have wheel locks installed or the wheel lock key is with you to remove it just follow the advice that's been given to you. The rest is a just learning while you're doing it.

[Dawg13154]

Porsche Guy- I was able to loosen the plastic trim around the tire. Had to spin the tire right and left to access all the fasteners. Got the trim loose enough to dig around and could not see the cable. Stuck my hand in that area and did not feel the cable but heard a slight scrape that sounded like the rub of a cable. Sure enough, I dug deeper with my hand and found the loop. One very light tug made the hood pop; I was a happy camper!
Thanks again for all of your help. I’m confident that I’ll be able to replace ignition switch when it arrives tomorrow.

[Starter986]

Originally Posted by Dawg13154

Porsche Guy- I was able to loosen the plastic trim around the tire. Had to spin the tire right and left to access all the fasteners. Got the trim loose enough to dig around and could not see the cable. Stuck my hand in that area and did not feel the cable but heard a slight scrape that sounded like the rub of a cable. Sure enough, I dug deeper with my hand and found the loop. One very light tug made the hood pop; I was a happy camper!
Thanks again for all of your help. I’m confident that I’ll be able to replace ignition switch when it arrives tomorrow.

Welcome to the club! A little patience... follow some instruction and direction... you'll be a Porsche mechanic in no time.

Congratulations on the fix!

See ya around!