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Old 04-14-2019, 08:33 AM
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2003 Boxster. Key will not unlock the doors or trunks remotely. Hasn't worked since I bought it six months ago. The LED on the remote blinks but nothing works. Car alarm works. I've tried a new battery and re-sinking the remote per the manuel but no luck.
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Originally Posted by Jim 'n' SC
2003 Boxster. Key will not unlock the doors or trunks remotely. Hasn't worked since I bought it six months ago. The LED on the remote blinks but nothing works. Car alarm works. I've tried a new battery and re-sinking the remote per the manuel but no luck.
OK. You begged the question: What have you been doing for 6 months?
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Originally Posted by Starter986
OK. You begged the question: What have you been doing for 6 months?
The key will start the car just can't remotely lock the doors.

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Old 04-14-2019, 07:10 PM
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Sounds like a problem with the transmitter’s circuit board or switches. If you are good at soldering on circuit boards there are diy’s to assist. I had the same problem a few years ago and ended up going to the dealer for a new transmitter and programming.
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Originally Posted by Jim 'n' SC
The key will start the car just can't remotely lock the doors.
How many working keys do you have?
Old 04-15-2019, 07:19 AM
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Originally Posted by NuttyProfessor
How many working keys do you have?
Only one
Old 04-15-2019, 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Jim 'n' SC
Only one
I'm afraid there is no DIY or other easy road when it comes to re-programming these keyfobs. My best advice is to get another key programmed at the dealership. Expect to pay around $400 - $500. They may even be able to resurrect your old key.
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yup go to your local Porsche dealer, they will make sure everything works correctly and for the price provide you a second NEW key



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