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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-15-2015, 09:06 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 682
Posted By utkayaker
Question 2001 Speedometer Problem

Neither of my speedo's work. I posted some time ago, but thought I would repost this in case someone has recently come across this problem. Chatted with a guy yesterday that says I need a new M535...
Forum: Boxster and Cayman Parts for Sale or Wanted 08-23-2014, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 804
Posted By utkayaker
WTB - ABS controller (etc)

for a 2001 Boxster 2.7 manual

ABS Controller - maybe speed sensors

Also need cup holders, need logos for centers of wheels, grey floor mats,

headlight lenses

maybe even a set of wheels
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-08-2013, 11:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,768
Posted By utkayaker
very informative! There is still a ABS light...

very informative!

There is still a ABS light and a brake fluid light showing on the dash.

Does that tell you more?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-07-2013, 06:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,768
Posted By utkayaker
Can Bus or ABS Controller

I went to a recommended Porsche tech center and I got the younger tech (no one else was there when I arrived). I don't know if I learned as much as I could have otherwise.

I bought a 2.7 (2001...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 11-04-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,644
Posted By utkayaker
And it could be that the spark plug tube on 4...

And it could be that the spark plug tube on 4 lost its seal (there are two O-rings) and it blew oil onto the spark plug - shorting it out and then vaporized the oil in smoke.

You didn't say if the...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-30-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 930
Posted By utkayaker
Still Smoking (Maybe)

Thanks for all your previous replies - I have a 2001 2.7 liter - bought it to fix it up (quirks include the recent post about speedometers).

I had a good boil of smoke out of the right hand...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-30-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,955
Posted By utkayaker
Speedometer Not Working

Neither speedo works (digital or analog). I have read there could be a connection with the ABS and with the speed sensors at each wheel. I found some specs on check for resistance through the speed...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-27-2013, 12:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,713
Posted By utkayaker
P0301 Code - after spark plug tube replacement

Yesterday I replaced the Spark plug tubes on the right side of the engine.

After that the check engine light started flashing and it is running rough.

I bought a Actron 9125 code reader and I...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-26-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,174
Posted By utkayaker
Thanks !!! Do I need to buy a code reader? If...

Thanks !!!
Do I need to buy a code reader? If so what kind and how much?

I could trailer it if necessary.

I think I will buy the tube and see if that stops the flashing CEL.

Note: ...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-26-2013, 02:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,174
Posted By utkayaker
Check Engine Light - broken AOS tube?

I just changed out the spark plug tubes on the passenger side (American) and I reconnect ed the AOS (which I had removed think it was the source of an oil leak).

One thing I did do wrong is I...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-25-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,753
Posted By utkayaker
I got my tubes in last night - did a "test fit"...

I got my tubes in last night - did a "test fit" of the rubber boat plug and it really doesn't tighten too well to get a good internal grip on the new tube.

I can hold the rubber plug in my hand...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-24-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,753
Posted By utkayaker
Mark - I have been accused of that before! ...

Mark - I have been accused of that before!

Thanks for putting my mind at ease about this...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-24-2013, 07:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,435
Posted By utkayaker
I would like to know this as well! My rear trunk...

I would like to know this as well! My rear trunk latch button is loose in its opening.
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-24-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,753
Posted By utkayaker
Spark Plug Tube Replacement

Hoping to change the tubes in my 2.7 liter on Saturday.

I have read some say just use motor oil to lube the new O-rings, but won't the oil actually cause them to break down?

I heard someone...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-18-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,881
Posted By utkayaker
Thanks to both of you! It idles smoothly...

Thanks to both of you!

It idles smoothly but runs a bit rough if I pull the oil fill cap off.

One thing I didn't do either is check to see how much oil is left after it smoked and blew a...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-18-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,881
Posted By utkayaker
Question Oil Leak with smoke

Well I pulled the AOS from my 2001 Boxster 2.7 liter and it doesn't have a drop of oil in it so I assume that little device is not my source of smoke.

On Wednesday, I sprayed the passenger (right...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 10-13-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,804
Posted By utkayaker
Oil Leak with smoke... OAS???

I posted this in the General Discussion but wondered if I would get responses on this side of the site...
I am hoping one of you with more experience with the quirks of my car (2001 Boxster 2.7...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 10-11-2013, 05:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,252
Posted By utkayaker
Question Oil Leak with smoke...

I am hoping one of you with more experience with the quirks of my car (2001 Boxster 2.7 liter) can speed up my diagnostic process...

I just bought this car and have been working my way through...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-28-2013, 05:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,008
Posted By utkayaker
Thanks, Kevin. I did change the ignition...

Thanks, Kevin.

I did change the ignition switch and that did seem to alleviate a few problems.

I also have replaced the alternator and the seller's attorney replaced the battery.

I ordered a...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-27-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 899
Posted By utkayaker
Red face Speed Sensor Question - part 2

I am wondering if I am testing correctly the speed sensor.

How I got the 1.7k ohms was by testing one pin where it plugs into the wiring harness and the other pin right beside the first one.
...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-27-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,008
Posted By utkayaker
Question Speedometer & electrical gremlins - 2001 Boxster 2.7

I have been working through issues from my '01 Boxster "barn find", but need some help

What speed sensor(s) "drive" the analog speedometer? (By the way, the digital one and the odometer doesn't...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-06-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 798
Posted By utkayaker
Question Accelerator and Electrical Issues

Today I bought a 2001 Boxster from an estate. It has sat dormant for the last nine months. The administrator bought a new battery for it and it started fine although there were several "idiot...
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