Do I Need A New Airbag Computet If The Bags Were B

[tboo]

1st of all-it should say computer on my title-not computet. Ive purchased a 2002 Boxster rebuilder that has the side door airbag blown. My experience with blown bags on other cars is to replace the bags & have a dealer reset the computer. However,this is my 1st Porsche & wanted to know if I can just have a dealer reset the computer or do I have to have it replaced. Also, if I do have to have it replaced-where is the computer located?

Edited May 4, 2004 by tboo

[Loren]

Same routine - required by law I believe. Should be an exchange part though.

[tboo]

I ordered a new one whether I need it or not-my cost was ~$100.

Any idea on the location of the Airbag computer?

[Tool Pants]

The triggering unit is inside the front center console. Pull off one of the carpeted trim panels and you will see it.

The shop manual says it is good for 3 events, then must be replaced.

[tboo]

Thanks toolpants!!

[mrmickeymouse]

You may find this helpful, it describes how to R/R your air bag and console:

http://www.whiteson.org/boxster/mods/obc/obc.stalk.pdf

Scott

[tboo]

Thanks for the link mrmickeymouse.

[tboo]

On a side note-anybody know where I can get the side airbag emblems? Someone stole the ones in my car.