Richard.

So I got in my 996 TT today and the key seemed more difficult to turn in the ignition, at destination I could hardly get it out of the ignition and the car wouldnt lock either with the remote or the manual key. Got home even more difficult to remove the key from the ignition and changed the battery, everything ok again

Evan5469

I hate to say it, but I don’t think your problem is completely solved. It sounds like your ignition switch is about to go. Very common problem and fairly simple fix.

602996TT

+1 on ignition switch going bad not a battery issue.

BioBanker

Yes, I would just replace the ignition switch before you end up stranded.

You have two options:
Porsche replacement that includes the whole assembly. You can probably install it yourself but it’s $700 (in Canada). Or you can source the corresponding Audi part for $25, and probably fix it yourself too. Don’t forget how to do it because you’re going to be doing it again in 5yrs

Richard.

thks anyone got a threat on the Audi part and DIY ?

Richard.

Found it thanks on Pelican Parts, took the air vent out, the nut is 24mm on the light switch