kimglangley

2012 991.1 engine lid won’t open.

When I actuate the open engine lid switch by the drivers door – nothing happens. No sound of the servo motor working. The lid remains closed.

When I use the emergency lever in the frunk to open the engine lid – the servo motor at the frunk works great and opens the engine lid.

I want to restore the functionality of the drivers door switch/servo motor in the rear of the car.

One or both of these components is bad – Before I start throwing $$/parts at it – does anyone have a how-to checklist ascertaining checking the function of the drivers side switch condition? From the looks of it – multiple connections – can it be checked with a multimeter?

Anyone with similar experience?

Thanks

kgl

koala

here are some previous posts on this issue:

https://rennlist.com/forums/991/8635...l#post12944314

https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1068...l#post15009550

https://rennlist.com/forums/991/8635...l#post15652674

another forum: https://www.renntech.org/topic/52176...lid-wont-open/

kimglangley

koala > thanks for the link/input. I had researched my issue before posting - but had not fully thought the issue through - with the review of the links you provided - I'll try some more stuff tommrow.

> the main fault noted with the plastic switches used - is that the piece of the switch lever that actuates the plunger which completes the electrical circuit - is made of plastic and breaks - ergo it does not depress the plunger - so I'll remove the switch assy and examine in more detail the mechanical aspects of the switch.

- I'll also remove the cover over the servo motor and examine the electrical connection to the motor - see if I can rig up a 12 v power the the servo motor - see if it functions..

- I'll rig up a better/ more durable retaining latch to keep the bowden cable on place.

should be a fun day...

kgl