Misc Info Thread - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

Hello to anyone who opens. This will just be a miscellaneous thread for information I have found to be helpful in my recent projects. If you want to throw in your own input, feel free. im always open to second opinions / recommendation.

Those in need of a headlight switch, I have found this is exactly the same from amazon and only worth $80. So far had for a year and still feels brand new. Easy install as well

Anyone planning to do a double din upgrade. From my personal experience this has been the absolute best kit for the conversion. Fits snug, has the matching OE color, allows for very easy cable routing without much hassle. Everything basically slides into it without any size concerns. Might also add that it fit up to a 6.8'' Double Din.

To anyone who doesnt have an OE car shade. I found this one to fit absolutely perfect with my 99' Boxster. I live in a state that can reach 110+ degrees Fahrenheit on a day to day basis and it shows 0 signs of wear after a years usage outside (this car is garage kept obviously though i do take it to work). Also folds up extremely easily and small so you can slide it behind the passenger seat out of sight.

Ive posted this multiple times in other threads already but its a good need to know for ppl looking into key fob assistance. From the service manual: The hand-held transmitter radio remote control function is unavailable under the following 5 circumstances: 1. Empty battery 2. Radio transmitter outside lock-in range: If the transmitter is operated more than 256 times without reaching the associated receiver (vehicle outside range or vehicle battery disconnected), the vehicle will not recognize the radio transmitter. If the number of operations is below 1,024, it is possible to re-synchronize: Switch on ignition with key and valid transponder. Switch off ignition. Remove ignition key from steering lock. Operate transmitter within 6 seconds after the key is removed. 3. Interference due to other users on same radio frequency: The key may be used to unlock the door manually, but this will not disarm the immobilizer (alarm). To disarm the alarm, insert the key in the ignition and turn. 4. Energy-saving mode: After 5 days of inactivity, the vehicle's radio receiver is switched off. The radio receiver will reactivate after the vehicle is started. 5. Fault in hand-held transmitter or vehicle: If the LED on the hand-held transmitter stays dark when the transmitter is operated, this means the battery is empty or the transmitter is faulty. If the LED on the hand-held transmitter flashes and the alarm readiness lamp on the dashboard flashes, then the transmitter and receiver are communicating. If the dashboard readiness lamp stays dark and conditions 1 to 4 above are ruled out, then there is a system fault with the vehicle.

EXTREMELY HELPFUL link ive found regarding the porsche wheels with part numbers sizes etc. https://www.944racing.de/wheelweights.php

To some who don't think about it. Porsche Parts website does still have exploding diagrams for our cars. (I know this is obvious to many) Though they may not sell a majority of them. Does still give you a good base to work off of with visual and part # to look for.

To those wanting to see how that double din bracket looks when installed. its a little dirty here and there i know that was just from install, took it before i actually DID clean it

The drive to work this morning, noticed the 2 outter LCDS finally caved. The left one showing miles had been out for a bit, oddly enough it still showed the miles and updated too if you held a light near it or the sun hit. So i wasnt really too concerned with replacing. Though the right showing time and oil life goin out is where i draw it lol. Looks like ill be on the hunt for some LCD replacements. I wonder why itll still show the information, just without the bulbs LIT. ive swapped good bulbs in previously and still nothin so my guess is the screen itself. Side note: the numbers look weird because the previous owner attempted to put a white conversion kit over the black. though it was poorly done and didnt line up, If i end up replacing the LCD's i might take that poorly done job off and either correct it or just remove it entirely to reveal the black.

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That's great, but what is the link? I no longer see the PET when I attempt opening the page.

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This is the link directly towards selecting the year / model. I typically just search up porsche parts usa. and itll lead me here https://shop.porscheusa.com/porsche-parts/

Another bit of useful information. For some weird reason, Porsche has fuses in A3 and A4 Marked down as only Side markers however if you ever have some issues with a taillight not working with good bulbs, check those 2 as they can be the culprit. A headlight switch can also be the reason for headlights / taillights not functioning properly.

new link provided below regarding wheel specs for boxsters / 911s as previous one isnt currently working https://wassergekuhlt.online/guides/wheel-guide/

Link provided for an AliExpress OEM Porsche PCCM / Double Din unit at a fraction of the price. Many on this forum purchased and had lots of success with this one directly, when wanting to avoid spending $1,000+ on one sold directly from Porsche. https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805560176127.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAda pt

Porsche Key button repair: providing a youtube video demonstrating a repair for the buttons on the key as they are known to go out. quick little fix i will be doing myself soon. also providing link directly to purchasing said repair kit including 3 replacement switches, some solder, and solder removal braid. note, a new battery will be needed too Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyyzKFu3nDY&list=LL&index=7&ab_channel=BateeCorvetteElectronics Purchasing repair kit: https://batee.com/collections/porsche/products/986-996-boxster-carrera-911-keyless-transmitter-repair-kit the video shows how easy it is to do the repair itself this is just a screenshot to visually show whats expected with the links

new exploding diagram link for 986 Boxsters https://porsche.oempartsonline.com/v-1999-porsche-boxster--base--2-5l-h6-gas/body--bumper-and-components-front

Heres an amazon link to the wind deflectors used for the 986 boxsters. Ive seen some out there for crazy prices but this one seems to be reasonable (i know its $200 for plastic). I plan on modeling and 3D printing them myself soon and ill attach the file here once done too so no one needs to pay as much. https://a.co/d/9QXNMis

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Right on! I was a little disappointed to see the speaker brackets for the cubby are not available - only one seller in the UK who won't share (or even sell) the design. Having received the kit it's not too complex - i'd be encouraged to try designing myself next time.

not sure how many know about these. but to whoever might be interested, amazon does sell seat covers that fit great. I managed to see someone install the beige ones and they looked amazing! Have all sorts of options from black, grey, beige, silver, and some black mixes https://a.co/d/04L9bMfj