Replacement Ignition Switch (GROUP 2, NO. 1/03)

REPLACEMENT IGNITION SWITCH

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

CONCERNS

A new ignition switch is available as replacement part.

INFORMATION

As of the date of introduction below, a modified ignition switch will be installed in vehicles. For spare parts replacement of the ignition switch, only the new ignition switch, part number, 4B0 905 849, is available now as a replacement part.

On vehicles produced before the date of introduction listed below, the complete steering lock, part number, 996 347 017 07 (steering lock including ignition switch) must be replaced once in order to use the new ignition switch if replacement becomes necessary.

The reason is modified dimensions of the new ignition switch. The lock barrel of the removed steering lock can continue to be used. Removing and installing the ignition switch or the steering lock is described in the Technical Manual (see Literature).

INTRODUCTION

Introduction of the new ignition switch on:

1. September 5th, 2003, as of VINs:
   1. 98 84S 62 0152 USA
   2. 98 14S 66 0117 USA
2. September 22nd, 2003, as of VINs:
   1. 98 X4U 62 0576 USA
   2. 98 14U 66 0574 USA

PARTS INFORMATION

Part Number	Description
4B0 905 849	New/Ignition Switch
4A0 905 849 B	Ditto, No Longer Available
996 347 017 07	New/Steering Lock With Ignition Switch
996 347 017 06	Ditto, No Longer Available

LITERATURE

Boxster Technical Manual, Group 4:

1. Repairs: 48-23 - Removing and installing ignition switch
2. Repairs: 48-25 - Removing and installing lock barrel
3. Repairs: 48-37 - Replacing steering lock