Porsche Boxster DOUBLE BEEP WHEN LOCKED? This is the FIX!

This video shows you how to fix a common issue with the Porsche Boxster where you get a double beep from the horn when locking or unlocking your car. There are a couple different things it can be, but here is how to fix one of them and how to diagnose it in case this isn't the sensor that is your problem.
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[@samuelseager6785]

I am amazed that you are able to figure all of this out.

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Haha Google is powerful!

[@RockyTopAviator]

That was a big bump! I mentally thought "I'd use some electrical tape or something on that light", glad to see it worked out!

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+Jacob L. 😂

[@chriswalker8010]

Great videos and this resolved my alarm double beep as my cable had come loose too👍

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+Chris Walker nice! 🍻

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+Joe-serious Howard that’s great to hear! 🙌

[@flywrite]

That's funny, because recently it stopped beeping all on its own and I was thinking, what's wrong with it now? I love how my 97 Boxster project car self-heals more often than not. Thanks for your vids!

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Jennifer Hawks was yours a single beep or double? Big difference

[@flywrite]

Double. It's a new-to-me project car and I'd assumed the double beep was to tell me that the alarm was activated. But now it's not beeping and apparently is actually working so the joke is on me.

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+Jennifer Hawks 😂 at least it’s happy. For now.

[@flywrite]

@@HelpMeDIY for now.

[@90sbuickguy84]

so I have a 1999 986 Boxster 2.5 Liter with code 60 Central locking limit position Lock not reached what does this mean and how do I fix it and does it effect how the key fob remote communicates with the immobilizer when pressing the buttons on the remote they don’t lock or unlock the car or pop the trunk

[@HelpMeDIY]

+90s Buick guy first I’ve heard of that one. Come back and let us know when you figure it out though! Good luck. 🍻

[@mauriciobaez3645]

I am having a double beep and it’s accompanied with the issue of my windows stuck up. They don’t come down. lam afraid my issue was the result of water going inside the car but can’t confirm that. Any help is appreciated.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+@mauriciobaez3645 probably 2 separate issues.

[@mauriciobaez3645]

@@HelpMeDIY Do you think these cars are safe trying the disconnect of the battery cables for a few minutes trick to see if hopefully things go back to normal? 2001 Boxster here. BTW I understand this is NOT a professional advisor I’m reaching out here. Not responsibility involved.

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+@mauriciobaez3645 it’s fine to disconnect the battery.

[@zeusa1038]

nice. all you vid are so helpful and easy to understand. i have a 2000 986 and the interior lights wont turn off completely. do you have any vids on that? or maybe guide me in the right direction?

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+zeus A thank you! Haven’t heard of that one, sorry. Let me know if you figure it out.

[@blueridermg]

My 2008 987 just started doing this last night and my doors won’t lock

[@cameronreid1188]

Is there a way to disable the beep It’s starting to go off when I’m driving

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Cameron Reid not that I’m aware of 🤷‍♂️

[@MrZFriend]

Repealing that lamp with an LED looks awesome! Did the same in mine.

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+Zachery Friend 👍

[@alanvale3107]

PIWIS will work on a 986? Will it program key fobs (assuming you have the right codes)? In searching the Internet it looks like there is a Wi-Fi version of PIWIS too. Know anything about it?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Alan Vale sure will. Never even knew there was a WiFi version but I am skeptical 🧐

[@19lol19]

Hey bro I'm in NC and having issues with my door not locking when I hit the lock button, how much you charge to activate functions with your piwis? Or do a diagnostic I know somethings aren't activated

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Peanut Man hey man! I’ve never had that issue so I’m not sure. I don’t charge people or attempt to do work on their cars, especially if it’s something I’ve never done myself. If you know how to do it you’re welcome to use the PIWIS yourself to do it but I can’t take any responsibility for anything that might go wrong 😁

[@19lol19]

@@HelpMeDIY I brought this car from auction its a 987.1 we put a 2008 cayman engine in it....darn replacement engine cost $5000 which I didn't expect...but I definitely need to use your piwis.....what part of NC are you?

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@@19lol19 Greensboro

[@ricoshad9671]

I have a 2005 Boxster Base, and wanted to buy a PIWIS III, but I don't have any formal training. Is the PIWIS easy enough for someone work, assuming good dedication to instructions?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Rico Shad yes it’s not hard. I mean I figured it out so… 😂 I also have some videos for the PIWIS 2 and it’s probably similar.

[@otter25702]

Thanks, this is happening with my 986 S, I'll follow your instructions and see if my wire is loose also.

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+otter25702 you could get lucky or you may need to buy a new one.

[@edjustice7755]

Well done again mate!

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+ED Justice thank you sir 🍻

[@brucewayne2773]

Well done video, good information when and if I have the same issue with my car. Will you do a video on how to add an additional key/remote to your porsche. My local shop wants $450 to add an additional key/remote( ouch )

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+bruce wayne I haven’t learned that black magic yet.

[@ZACK-fc9in]

Would this also cause the windows to not go down ?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+ZACK 757 probably not. If you mean when you open the door, that sensor is in the door handle.

[@ffarr1]

Door beeps twice after turning off engine and opening drivers side door?

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+frank farr 🤔 I have heard of a double beep after unlocking but not sure if that’s the same. Maybe someone else can chime in with knowledge on this?

[@sunset986S]

I have the opposite problem...when I lock it no beeping but when I unlock it double beeps but not all the time!

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+Heidi strange

[@Texasslim57]

What does one beep mean when locking? Alarm light on dash does a double flash

[@Texasslim57]

never mind -saw your other video.

[@abtappy1190]

Nice 👍🏼

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+Ab Tappy thanks! 🍻

[@codylissner6152]

I love my double beep. Reminds me I locked it when I am walking away

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+Cody Lissner 😂

[@georgelouie5330]

I'd actually rather have my Boxster to beep (once or twice) when I lock it with the Fob. When its silent, there's no real feedback that its locked when you press the key..

[@jdkroh]

I have to watch the parking lights flash to confirm. I hear ya on the audible confirmation.

[@jeremypringle5368]

That’s what I was hoping this video was about when I saw the title. I too hope there is a way to enable audio beeps when locking/unlocking with the key fob.

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+Jeremy Pringle I don’t think there is. Which personally I hate and I have disabled it on other cars. I prefer to see the lights flash as it’s less annoying, especially late at night.

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+Jeremey Kroh yup! Look for the flash 😉

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+george louie like Jeremy mentioned, look for the flashing lights.

[@gregwalters4355]

ps. That cabin sensor cable is several mm too short. Lots of P cars do this exact thing. Come on Porsche, do better.

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+Greg Walters agreed!

[@rikombach616]

Just found that cable unplugged in my car as well. I SURE hope that solves my beep beep problem. It sure was hard to plug back in. I had to remove the other two cables and then I noticed the connection is at a slight angle before I could get it back in. I had bent the connector pins trying to get it in as well. Thanks!

[@gumpster66]

your hood is open, it should beep beep

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Scott Shrader nope, that’s the single beep

[@gumpster66]

@@HelpMeDIY oh ok... yep. at times my '04 S will single beep when everything is shut, when using the fob to lock the car.

[@bobfognozzle]

🤓👍

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+Bob Fognozzle 🍻

[@gregwalters4355]

“ bump “……. Lol

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+Greg Walters 😆