Safety Warning
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.
2008 Porsche Boxster Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Control Units
CONTROL UNITS LOCATION
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| CU Airbag | Under center console. See Figure. |
| CU Front End | Right side of front luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| CU On Board Comp. Network | Under left side of dash. See Figure. |
| CU Parking Assistant | Under left seat. See Figure. |
| CU PAS | Behind left side of dash. See Figure. |
| CU PASM (Damptronic Control Unit) | Right kick panel. See Figure. |
| CU PSM (Porsche Stability Management Control Unit) | Left side of front luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| CU Rear | Under left seat. See Figure. |
| Current Distributor | Behind right side of dash. See Figure. |
| CU Telephone | Under right seat. See Figure. |
| CU Tiptronic | Right rear of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| CU Tire Pressure Control | Left side of front luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Diversity Unit (Left/Right) | Respective "A" pillar. |
| Electric Fuel Pump Control Unit | Front luggage compartment. |
| Gateway Control Unit | Left kick panel. |
| MFI-DI Control Unit | Left side of rear luggage compartment. |
| PAS (Driver Recognition) Control Unit | Under dash, left of steering column. |
| Rear Window Module | Left front of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Seat Memory Control Unit (Left/Right) | Under respective left/right seat. |
| Transmission Control Unit | On gear box. |
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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