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Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-21-2008, 06:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,452
Posted By martmart
Well, I took it to an independent dealer today...

Well, I took it to an independent dealer today and their computer provided more detail than my generic code reader. It did state that the cam position sensor was incorrect. So they are replacing it -...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-20-2008, 11:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,452
Posted By martmart
I've taken the coils off 1,2 & 3 cylinders on the...

I've taken the coils off 1,2 & 3 cylinders on the right side of the car (as you sit in it). I found nothing wrong at all. The clips holding the wires in place are all fine and there is no oil in the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-20-2008, 06:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,452
Posted By martmart
I went with the advise and purchased a code...

I went with the advise and purchased a code reader: http://talktomycar.co.uk/Shop/Code_Readers/mj004.htm

It has identified 4 faults and the manual describes them as:

P0300 Random/multipul...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 02-19-2008, 09:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,452
Posted By martmart
Misfire & engine light

Hi, my 1998 2.5 Boxster has just started to misfire (rough running) and the check engine light started flashing. I've not driven it other than to a local garage who use a Snap-on code reader. They...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-15-2007, 11:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,985
Posted By martmart
Only the LED on top of the dash by the windscreen...

Only the LED on top of the dash by the windscreen is flashing. Cheers.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-15-2007, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,985
Posted By martmart
Thanks - but if I manually pull the cable to open...

Thanks - but if I manually pull the cable to open the bonnet, will the alarm not go off?! Cheers.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 09-15-2007, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,985
Posted By martmart
Locked out of Boxster - HELP!!!

I've just got back from a 7 day holiday and cannot get into my 1998 Boxster. The remote light flashes but the car will not open. I tried the other remote but that does the same. When I try the key in...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-24-2007, 06:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,497
Posted By martmart
You are spot on. After all my messing about I...

You are spot on. After all my messing about I took the door panels off and found that the foam vapour barrier was detached from the door. So I sealed it back up with sealant and no more water in the...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-24-2007, 06:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,234
Posted By martmart
Replace 2.5 exhaust with 'S' system???

Hello, I've got a 1998 2.5 Boxster done 80k and now one of the welds just before the cat has started blowing. I tried to seal it with Gum Gum paste but its just blown off again?

Does anyone know...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-16-2007, 10:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,497
Posted By martmart
Thanks for your help and pics. I've sealed up...

Thanks for your help and pics. I've sealed up the seam as in the pics, checked the drain holes under the top, by the battery, the aircon drain and also the door drains - all fine.

Hopefully,...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-12-2007, 10:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,497
Posted By martmart
I think I've got the same problem but I cannot...

I think I've got the same problem but I cannot see how to remove the black vertical plastic trim behind the door hinges? Do you mean just remove the wheel liner?

Also, mine is wet both sides -...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 05-12-2007, 08:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,247
Posted By martmart
Wet carpet

Hello, I've got wet carpet in the front of the footwells on both sides of the car.

I've checked the drain holes next to the battery, under the roof and also at the bottom of the doors but cannot...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 04-23-2007, 11:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,434
Posted By martmart
Starter trouble

Hi, I'm having the same problem is there any chance you could send me the word document as well as I don't know how to change it. Email is martintipple@aol.com

Thanks.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 04-05-2007, 10:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,330
Posted By martmart
I've now fitted a new ignition switch and its...

I've now fitted a new ignition switch and its sorted the key problem hving to turn it back to position 2 after starting. However, the starter motor noise is still present. Any ideas what my next move...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-21-2007, 10:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,330
Posted By martmart
Thanks for all you're help - it sounds like I'll...

Thanks for all you're help - it sounds like I'll order a new ignition switch and take a look at the belts before messing about with the starter.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-21-2007, 09:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,357
Posted By martmart
Thanks - you've put my mind at rest - all I need...

Thanks - you've put my mind at rest - all I need to do now is find a three spoke wheel.
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-20-2007, 09:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,357
Posted By martmart
thanks for your reply. I assume you had no...

thanks for your reply. I assume you had no problems with the airbag light when fitting the new airbag?
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-19-2007, 02:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,357
Posted By martmart
Fitting a new steering wheel

Hello, I've recently got a 1998 Boxster 2.5 and its got the four spoke steering wheel that is worn. Can it be replaced with the three spoke wheel? If so, are the airbag connections interchangeable...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-19-2007, 02:22 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,527
Posted By martmart
Air con noise

Hello, I've recently got a 1998 Boxster 2.5. I love the car but when I turn the aircon on it works fine but I hear an odd noise coming through the vents. It sounds like the compressor working too...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 03-19-2007, 02:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,330
Posted By martmart
Starter Motor or ignition problems? Help!

Hello, I've recently got a 1998 Boxster 2.5. I love the car but I'm worried about a screeching noise on startup that occurs about 60% of the time. I think it sounds like the starter motor not...
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