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.
2011 Porsche Boxster (987) F6-2.9LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Keyless Entry Transmitter: Service and Repair
WM 966255 Replacing remote control
Disassembling remote control
Removing cover of hand-held transmitter
1. Insert a small screwdriver between the cover and the bottom part of the hand-held transmitter -arrow- and carefully lift off the cover.
Removing cover of hand-held transmitter
Removing hand-held transmitter key
1. Push the sliding latch back using a small screwdriver -arrow A- and pull the key out of the bottom part.
Removing hand-held transmitter key
Removing battery for hand-held transmitter
1. Loosen the locking tab -arrow a- and remove the battery.
Removing battery for hand-held transmitter
Assembling remote control
Installing battery for hand-held transmitter
1. Insert battery and press it in until the locking tab clicks into place.
Installing battery for hand-held transmitter
Installing hand-held transmitter key
Information
The lock code from IPAS must be specified when ordering a new key.
1. Push the key into the bottom part until the sliding latch -arrow- engages perceptibly.
Installing hand-held transmitter key
Installing cover of hand-held transmitter
1. Position the cover on the bottom part of the hand-held transmitter and press together until the cover clicks into place.
Installing cover of hand-held transmitter
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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.