I printed out the article on ignition switch replacement for the 914 it sure was a great help when i finally did the job it was like you said if changing a tire is a one this was a three on my car the lock was bad and i changed the switch while i had it apart.
Porsche 911 ignition switch removal.
The switch is in a housing that has to be removed slid off the steering column there is a pinch bolt once loose slide the switch off.
Porsche 911 carrera battery replacement trickle charger installation the electrical portion of the ignition switch can be accessed from underneath the dashboard first you need to remove the heater air duct inset photo which blocks your access to the switch.
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If you have a 996 variant of the 911 986 or 987 porsche boxster or a 987 cayman then there is a good chance that at some point you will need to replace the ignition switch.
Pull out the connector and then loosen up the set screws that are located.
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You will have to remove the steering wheel.
76 porsche 924 how to remove the ignition switch.
First disconnect your battery pelican technical article.
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Porsche 996 986 and 987 ignition switch.
The dummy key can be easily and quickly replaced if you and your original aren t.