It is important to know what the operating condition of the battery was when it failed in the vehicle, respectively when the complaint was
made. For this reason, the following details must be noted under "Comments" on the Battery Maintenance Sheet:
- Short/long distance operation?
- Idle times (seasonal vehicle use!)
- Trickle charger?
- Vehicle in original condition?
Note:
When a battery must be replaced, the Battery Maintenance Sheet must be completed and filed. In addition, if these maintenance
instructions are not followed, we reserve the right to reject warranty claims. As part of the PSA (Porsche Service Analysis), these Battery
Maintenance Sheets will be reviewed where necessary.
Literature: Boxster Technical Manual, Groups 0 and 2:
> Repairs: Group 0: from Page 01-06 - Sales check
Group 2: 27-12 - Battery
> Technical Bulletin Book 0, Page 9 - Vehicle Storage
> Technical Bulletin Book I, Page 49 - Battery Discharge
Attachment: Battery Maintenance Sheet (make copies as necessary)
DisclaimerTechnical Service Bulletin # 21/03 Date: 031124
Interior/Ignition - Ignition Switch Replacement
Boxster
1/03 2804
Binder - 2, Fuel, Exhaust, Engine Elec.
Date: 11/24/03
Replacement Ignition Switch
Vehicle Type:
Boxster / Boxster S
Model Year:
As of '97 (V)
Concerns:
A new ignition switch is available as replacement part.
Information:
As of the date of introduction below, a modified ignition switch will be installed in vehicles. For spare parts replacement of the ignition switch,
only the new ignition switch, part number, 4B0 905 849, is available now as a replacement part.
On vehicles produced before the date of introduction listed below, the complete steering lock, part number, 996 347 017 07 (steering lock including
ignition switch) must be replaced once in order to use the new ignition switch if replacement becomes necessary.
The reason is modified dimensions of the new ignition switch. The lock barrel of the removed steering lock can continue to be used. Removing and
installing the ignition switch or the steering lock is described in the Technical Manual (see Literature).
Introduction:
Introduction of the new ignition switch on: