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Old 03-27-2010, 08:09 AM
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I'm new to porsche and am hoping someone can help. I have a 2001 Boxster S. I dropped the top a week ago and when I put it back up the warning light remains on, when I lower it the light goes off. The top closes securely and I drive the car that way the light is just annoying. I'm assuming it maybe be a bad or dirty contact. I've looked but didn't really see the contacts them selves. Can anyone provide info on a possible solution or repair? Thanks
Old 03-27-2010, 12:26 PM
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Could be a bad control switch. IIRC, they are located under the console, next to the e-brake handle.
Old 03-28-2010, 10:16 AM
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You may not be holding the button long enough. Hold it until you hear the motor completely stop - not just until you can latch the top down. That ensures the relay makes contact.
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hold the button until it goes off.
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Thanks for the coments I will try all suggestions
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Yeah I had the same thing with my 02 Boxster S You gota hold that button about 5 seconds longer then you think you should and it will turn off.



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