Rennlist - Porsche Discussion Forums

Rennlist - Porsche Discussion Forums (https://rennlist.com/forums/)
-   996 Forum (https://rennlist.com/forums/996-forum-60/)
-   -   HEEEEELLLLPPPP NEEDED... car doesn't start!! (https://rennlist.com/forums/996-forum/298786-heeeeellllpppp-needed-car-doesnt-start.html)

Dutchie in NC Sep 14, 2006 10:51 AM

HEEEEELLLLPPPP NEEDED... car doesn't start!!
 
Tried to start the car this morning and all lights on dash came on, but engine didn't turn at all. Did not hear any clicking or anything else either.

Think it would be the battery, but find it strange that all lights on dash are working and electric locks are working as well. I did take my remotetop out last night (hence, had to tinker with the electrical box under the driver's chair)... could it be that I tripped a fuse or something? Don't want to get a Nicolaas special... tow the car, just to find out that a $2 fuse could have solved it. What do you think?

Car is still underwarranty and CPO, so did call Porsche and they can come by later today to try to jump the car.

Please help!

1999Porsche911 Sep 14, 2006 11:38 AM

I would first make sure that the clutch pedal is indeed activating the safety switch at the bottom of its travel and check any connections you played with. You should hear a slight click when the pedal reaches the floor.

pl Sep 14, 2006 11:38 AM

remotetop?
did u make sure the tight the connection to the black box?
this happened to me when i installing my remote top too. u really need to push the cable back to the box very hard.

Dutchie in NC Sep 14, 2006 12:16 PM


Originally Posted by pl
remotetop?
did u make sure the tight the connection to the black box?
this happened to me when i installing my remote top too. u really need to push the cable back to the box very hard.

So this box does control more than just the chair and can actually somehow keep the car from starting??

99firehawk Sep 14, 2006 12:27 PM

THE BOX UNDER SEAT IS THE ALARM CONTROL, IF IT ISNT HOOKED UP ITS NOT GONAN START

wross996tt Sep 14, 2006 12:32 PM


Originally Posted by 99firehawk
THE BOX UNDER SEAT IS THE ALARM CONTROL, IF IT ISNT HOOKED UP ITS NOT GONAN START

YES. I just had my alarm system module go bad and had the same symptoms you had. Replaced under warranty and all is good. (this does not mean it is your problem...there are many reasons to explain your symptoms).

Dutchie in NC Sep 14, 2006 04:23 PM

Indeed, that was the issue. Took the chair out (again) and tightened the connector.
Thanks!!


All times are GMT -3. The time now is 10:48 AM.


© 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands