Boxster convertible top issues

[73Lifeliner]

Where does one locate this swtich that I can purchase? Local Advance Auto just roll their eyes.

Originally Posted by Boxtaboy

Here's your fix... I just recently had to do this as well. It's a $5 replacement part, but it is a bit of a pain to remove/replace due to the location of the sucker. You can try first just removing the ashtray and plate under it to spray some compressed air on the plunger in that Microswitch first to see if that fixes it.

http://www.bombaydigital.com/boxster/projects/parking_brake_switch/

[73Lifeliner]

I found the switch on Pelican Parts for $7.00. Wish me luck!!!

[73Lifeliner]

The problem has been solved. I replaced the switch and followed the plans and it was easy. Took about 40 minutes so now we can enjoy the top being down again. Next step is to have th top replaced.

Thanks for everyone's inout.

[nnewell]

Great thread , saved me time and money ( infact when I pulled the ashtray
assemby out I found $8 in coins from the PO )

I sprayed the parking brake switch with MAF cleaner - light comes on and
top works again.

Thanks,
Nick

[cubbyno9]

Hi guys,

I am a new Boxster owner and been having problem with my windows dropping when going over a bump. This thread has been supperb and explains exactly what is going on.
Thanks chaps

Craig

[sb01box]

Originally Posted by cubbyno9

Hi guys,

I am a new Boxster owner and been having problem with my windows dropping when going over a bump. This thread has been supperb and explains exactly what is going on.
Thanks chaps

Craig

Hello Craig,
I think this thread describes top not moving up or down by pressing the button on the dash.
The window does drop when the latch is opened.
Your problem (different thread) is with the latch mechanism and the micro switch located above the rear view mirror and not the micro switch by the brake lever.

[rock88hard]

Just to give my experience...

A while back my top worked intermittently. I was thinking about just waiting till I could get it down, then try to get the speedster kit. After getting angry and pushing it really hard it worked! So I just had to press harder (but sometimes not all the time). Well today it was being stubborn and I pushed it (really) too hard. Now my button is in the dash :-( And now I have to take off the dash and figure out what I broke and how to fix it.

[rock88hard]

Just to give my experience...

A while back my top worked intermittently. I was thinking about just waiting till I could get it down, then try to get the speedster kit. After getting angry and pushing it really hard it worked! So I just had to press harder (but sometimes not all the time). Well today it was being stubborn and I pushed it (really) too hard. Now my button is in the dash :-( And now I have to take off the dash and figure out what I broke and how to fix it.

[Meir]

here you go sir:
Pelican Parts - Product Information: 996-613-112-01-M100
just make sure it fits your year model.

[rock88hard]

Thank You Meir! Now I just need your prayers for patience while I attempt to take apart the dash without snapping, smashing, and breaking everything. Wish there was a youtube for it. Hope to find out soon if I don't scrap the top altogether.

[rock88hard]

Just an update, I was able to get apart of the dash off (just the part i needed off!) I don't know if me taking out the stereo had anything to do with it, but I just pulled from the lower right corner and it came right out!



Now I have to find and check the fuse for this button. Then check the other 2 switches :-/ I might just try to get the entire top down first and just get a speedster humps.

[Breadman]

I had the problem with the switch. took it out cleaned it up & was able to reuse switch and am now back in business! the link was a big help