rear spoiler issues
#19
04-10-2016, 11:16 AM
1. Better than pulling the fuse and disabling the lid release, light and spoiler, just pull one of the leads to the spoiler electric motor above the fan. Lower the black shroud and it becomes visible. 2. I am that "someone", in fact you and I have corresponded about the electric mechanism before Macster. Post #7.
I read post #7 but at the time didn't connect it/you with the electric spoiler kit.
#20
04-11-2016, 10:24 PM
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more possibly diagnostic info: shut the car off with the spoiler raised.
took it for a spin today. no problem with the spoiler automatically retracting and no light.
so I'm thinking the down microswitch is ok. is that a mechanically sound assumption?
when I went past 74 the spoiler raised without any problem, but I got the spoiler light. I may have even heard a clicking sound.
so is that diagnostic of a bad up relay, or not enough fluid? or neither?
was trying to figure it out before pulling stuff off, but might not be possible.
took it for a spin today. no problem with the spoiler automatically retracting and no light.
so I'm thinking the down microswitch is ok. is that a mechanically sound assumption?
when I went past 74 the spoiler raised without any problem, but I got the spoiler light. I may have even heard a clicking sound.
so is that diagnostic of a bad up relay, or not enough fluid? or neither?
was trying to figure it out before pulling stuff off, but might not be possible.
#22
04-11-2016, 11:07 PM
That just seems to be the way the system is designed to work.
It will usually re-set the warning lights after you shut the car off, and then won't show the warning lights again until about 10 seconds after you reach 74MPH.
Ask me how I know...
The problem could indicate a micro-switch failure, but could also indicate a problem with the hydraulic system, and leaking O-rings seem to be a very common problem. Check for any signs of oil leaks in the black plastic ram bottom covers. If there is any oil there, the problem is likely a leaking ram that will require adding hydraulic fluid, and bleeding out any air from the system.
There are numerous posts on Rennlist that describe this in great detail with photos, and it is widely regarded as a PIA.
Best of luck.
It will usually re-set the warning lights after you shut the car off, and then won't show the warning lights again until about 10 seconds after you reach 74MPH.
Ask me how I know...
The problem could indicate a micro-switch failure, but could also indicate a problem with the hydraulic system, and leaking O-rings seem to be a very common problem. Check for any signs of oil leaks in the black plastic ram bottom covers. If there is any oil there, the problem is likely a leaking ram that will require adding hydraulic fluid, and bleeding out any air from the system.
There are numerous posts on Rennlist that describe this in great detail with photos, and it is widely regarded as a PIA.
Best of luck.
#25
04-13-2016, 06:15 PM
I called Sunset Porsche today and the spoiler microswitch is on back order! Tech has no idea when this switch will be available, advised me to call in a month to check on its availability.
Anyone know where else to order this part?
Anyone know where else to order this part?
#27
04-13-2016, 08:46 PM
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