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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Porsche Boxster (986) F6-2.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Headlamp Alignment Control Module: Service and Repair
Removing and installing control module for automatic headlight beam adjustment
NOTE: The control module is fastened on the right side of the dashboard beneath the passenger airbag unit.
Removal
1. Remove footwell bulkhead and right air guide.
2. Undo control module from below (2 sheetmetal screws). Unlock the electrical plug connection and take out control module.
Installation
1. Lock the electrical plug connection and fasten the control module to the bracket.
2. Install the right air guide and footwell bulkhead
3. Once installed, the control module must be coded and calibrated with the Porsche System Tester 2. After this, the main headlights must be readjusted with a commercially available 5 mm ball-head screwdriver.
NOTE: For details of headlight adjustment, Checking the Function of the Vehicle's Lights
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.