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YOUR RESEARCHDash toggle switch replacement?
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microswitch in the door
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The window issue is probably a microswitch in the door.
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The window issue is probably a microswitch in the door.
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Suggestion · Original poster
I did, but like another part I ordered from them, it's on BO with no anticipated fill date.
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Suggestion · Original poster
I want to replace my door lock mechanism first to fix the window closing issue.
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I've got some ongoing issues with my driver's side door lock mechanism (window not closing except when locked) with a replacement on the way, but the inside toggle for the locks may need replaced as well.
I can't find any replacement lock toggle switch, or other switches for that matter. Since I haven't removed the lock toggle yet (door lock mechanism first), I don't know if the indicator just pops off and a blank switch beneath.
Can someone give me a clue please?
The caps can be switched, albeit carefully. It could be swapped onto another switch with the LED status indicator.
What year is your car? I may have an extra switch laying around.
It's a '99. I appreciate the offer, but I'm not sure it's the problem currently. I want to replace my door lock mechanism first to fix the window closing issue. I may have an open circuit in it that may be contributing to the problem. I just got that part today but the weather precludes moving from the garage to install it.
I'll PM you if I need it.
Thanks again
https://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-...section=903-05
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Get familiar with how to lookup with these parts diagrams
https://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-..._911_parts.php
And all the switches are not the same.
I did, but like another part I ordered from them, it's on BO with no anticipated fill date. At least the sunroof console was available to get in a few days. I think you were the one who actually point me to the site originally. Thanks for the wonderful resource. Compared to the number of manuals for the M1A1 and Bradley, the 996 is a piece of cake.
Take the part number from autoatlanta and web search for a vendor that has the part.
The window issue is probably a microswitch in the door. The lock is either the mechanism or the immobilizer. Both issues may or may not be related. I would also bet the lock switch on the dash has nothing to do with either.
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