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2005 Boxster front trunk mystery actuator

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YOUR RESEARCH2005 Boxster front trunk mystery actuator

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Replace front trunk actuator and latch

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I’m replacing the front trunk actuator and latch.

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Leading evidence: 'Replace front trunk actuator and latch' (no explicit attributable resolution; this is a reported action or suggestion). Across 1 matching discussions, The most frequently discussed action is 'Replace front trunk actuator and latch' (1 discussions). For that action, 0 discussions report a resolution and 0 report an unsuccessful attempt. No action has an explicit, attributable resolution report under the current rules. These are forum reports and suggestions, not a confirmed diagnosis.

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Replace front trunk actuator and latch

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I’m replacing the front trunk actuator and latch.

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POST 1Original post

I’m replacing the front trunk actuator and latch. The safety catch (red handled) is connected to a second actuator with a pull cable. What is this second actuator that appears to do nothing but open the safety latch? And when would it operate?

POST 2Original post

I just realized it’s the release for someone locked in the front but doesn’t seem like it will open the latch. Is there something missing inside the latch?

POST 3Original post

Of course the emergency release also actuates the primary actuator! Mine is dead so it didn’t register in my brain. Mystery solved.

POST 4Original post

Gotta love it when an issue resolves itself upon further reflection! How about visiting New Member Introductions and introducing yourself and your car (pics are welcomed!) And welcome to Planet-9, the friendly Porsche forum..

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