I will bet I am not the first one to break the triptronic control buttons on my 996.
The right side is coming out of the socket
How difficult is the repair? And can anyone supply a part number for the right side? Thanks

 

Bump

 

Not hard to replace at all. Check on ebay- there were some NIB ones there recently.

You have to disconnect the battery, wait for a short while for safety. Then remove the two bolts on the rear of the wheel and gently remove the airbag, being careful not to damage the electrical connectors. I would not unclip the airbag connectors, just hold it out of the way. It is easy to then unsnap the button and reinstall the new one. Replace the airbag, reconnect the battery, and that is it.

Remember to be careful anytime when handling an explosive device! The standard disclaimer applies here- I am just offering suggestions, not expert advice. If in doubt, consult a professional. Yada yada....

 

So somthing I have always wondered would it be easy to make some paddle shift on the wheel?. Are they just momentary switches?

I hate those buttons.

I never driver with my thumbs round the wheel " I dont like broken thumbs "
and who drives at 2:45 that guy at Porsche should be hung drawn and quartered.

 

You can replace the wheel with one that has paddle shifters, but it's going to run you about $1500.

 

Yes but if the switches are just momentary switches then I can just make my own paddles?.

 

In my search I found someone who makes so called paddles that are just attached to the buttons
Kind of hokey looking and I wonder if they will stay on?

 

Found a set of buttons on eBay with freight included for $22.50
Thanks TomF for the R and R

 

No problem. Glad you got it sorted out.