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
Electrical Component Locator: Miscellaneous
MISCELLANEOUS LOCATION
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| Airbag Driver's Side 1 & 2 | Steering wheel. See Figure. |
| Airbag Passenger's Side 1 & 2 | Behind right side of dash. See Figure. |
| Alarm Horn | Left side of front luggage compartment, left of battery. See Figure. |
| Alarm Siren | Left side of front luggage compartment, left of battery. See Figure. |
| Amplifier Antenna (Left/Right) | Respective "A" pillar. See Figure. |
| Antenna GPS | Right rear of front luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Antenna (Tire Pressure Control) (4) | Respective wheelwell. See Figure. |
| Audio Amplifier (Option Pack) | Front luggage compartment. |
| Battery | Water box. See Figure. |
| Belt Lock (Left/Right) | Respective seat belt buckle. See Figure. |
| Bridge Plug 1 Terminal 31 (9) | Relay support 1. |
| Bridge Plug 2 Terminal 15 (9) | Relay support 1. See Figure. |
| Diagnosis Connector | Below left side of dash. |
| Diversity Antenna (Left/Right) | Respective "A" pillar. |
| Emergency Power Pin | On fuses support, under left side of dash, at kick panel. |
| Exterior Temperature Transmitter | Behind center of front bumper. |
| Exterior Temperature Transmitter | Attached to rib of PV part. |
| Head Airbag (Left/Right) | Respective door. See Figure. |
| HFM | Right side of engine compartment. |
| Homelink Transmitter | Right front of front trunk. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coils | Cylinder head cover. |
| Microphone Free-Handed Speaking | Under top left side of dash. See Figure. |
| More Belt-Tautly (Left/Right Seat Belt Tensioner) | Respective "B" pillar. See Figure. |
| Navigation Computer | Front of luggage compartment. |
| PCM (Porsche Communications Management) | In center console. |
| Roll Bar Magnet | Right side of roll bar. |
| Telephone Antenna | Right rear of front luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Thorax Airbag In Seat (Left/Right) | Respective left/right seat. See Figure. |
| Two-Tone Horns | Near right headlight assembly. See Figure. |
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.