05 boxster s top issue?

[tlds boxster s]

Just got boxster knowing top didn't work.,.makes no sounds no display message.., nothing. Checked windshield micro switch... Checks OK....relays check OK. Releasing top lever doesn't drop windows. Windows work with door switchs. Also checked fuses and top switch. Really stuck on this one. Any ideas appreciated.. Thanks

 

 

 

 

[wizard]

Not sure about 05 Boxsters, but mine needs the handbrake to be applied/lit up on dash before the top will operate.

Edited July 4, 2017 by wizard

[tlds boxster s]

Hello Wiziard..apparently the 05 doesn't need the handbrake applied to operate the top. I guess I will pull the control module underneath the driver seat to check for cold solder joints. Thanks for your help though.

[Loren]

You are likely going to need a Porsche specific diagnostic tool to find out what switch or motor is not working correctly.

Durametric software or a shop with a Porsche diagnostic tool (PIWIS) will shorten the diagnosis and repair - and much better than guess and replacing parts.

[tlds boxster s]

Thanks Loren...I am sure you are right. Can you tell me how many and where all the top micro switches there are on an 05 Boxster? I read somewhere that there may be one on the transmissions   thanks for your time..

[Loren]

There are two relays (one for opening and one for closing) and switches in each transmission.

Fuse E3 and the console switch. Additionally the the switch at the top center of the windshield (microswitch in locking hook).

And of course the control is through the Rear Control Unit.

 

So unless it is the fuse or an obvious broken switch your best bet is still a Porsche diagnostic tool.

[tlds boxster s]

Thanks Loren, Relays checked ok as well as micro switch in latch. No power going to top motor but I can trip relay manually to open top. I agree with your statement seeking a scan to accurately diagnose issue. Just trying to eliminate simple things. There is power going to latch micro and even with jumping it no effect. Is there another controller above relay module that can affect this condition. I truly appreciate you taking the time to help.. Also, rear control unit..is this the one under driver seat?

[tlds boxster s]

Well, had to replace both transmission plastic gears and only one transmission had the micro switch. Replaced both relays, checked fuses, checked windshield micro-switch as well as console switch...all ok. Fuses also ok. All that is left is the control module underneath the driver seat. So..removed the seat and gained access to the module traces on the board and nothing out of the ordinary. I guess its time to visit the local dealership... Seems odd to me that everything that the module controls works fine except the windows don't drop and no power is getting to the top motor...thus the top doesn't work..

[tlds boxster s]

Anyone know where this micro-switch is located...number 14?

http://www.porscheatlantaperimeterparts.com/products/Porsche/Boxster/Without-support-microswitch/3733403/98662429900.html

Edited July 18, 2017 by tlds boxster s
Added photo path

[Joebu]

Did you find the solution to the problem?