997 window likes going down

[Callughan]

Hi Chaps,

On my 997 C4S, A few times when I have locked the car and come back the windows are open. Obviously this is not ideal in the rain or that I park on the street.

I can't find the thread but is this known fault? Has it got something to do with a relay switch....

Car has P warranty so will take in next week if not simple fix.

Thanks

[Rockster]

Callughan said:

Hi Chaps,

On my 997 C4S, A few times when I have locked the car and come back the windows are open. Obviously this is not ideal in the rain or that I park on the street.

I can't find the thread but is this known fault? Has it got something to do with a relay switch....

Car has P warranty so will take in next week if not simple fix.

Thanks

A window going down on its own does not read like a switch problem by itself.

The couple of times I've observed abnormal window behavior: the window going down when opening the door then going up again once open; the window not going down when pulling on either the inner or outer door handle; the window not dropping the full measure when opening the door or dropping very slowly; have all been traced to a bad door lock assembly; a bad door handle switch; a bad door latch switch; and window regulators.

A window going down without any interaction suggests a possible water leak that is letting water in the door. This at first results in inexplicable electrical gremlins with the door lock and window but if ignored the gremlins start appearing at more distant locations.

Give the doors a shake listening for any water sloshing. Feel along the bottom of the doors and the carpets on the floor for any dampness.

With rain body drains get blocked from the build up of leaf/plant trash and water can overflow into the cabin.

The other thing you can do will probably have to do is take the car to a shop that can connect a PIWIS2 diagnostics computer and give the security/door/window systems a checkout.

It may be a switch or maybe a combination of switch and assembly but unless you are a good guesser you can replace a lot of expensive hardware for naught.

[NorthDave]

Are you sure it isn't the key in your pocket. I keep mine separate now as I got fed up coming out to find the boot open or the windows down.

It's ridiculous really - insurance make you fit a tracker and it spends half its life unlocked due to a design flaw with the key!

[djohnson]

I strongly suggest it'll be the key in your pocket. A tiny flaw which is a massive irritation on my 997.

[Callughan]

Will keep an eye on key, and stick on Pwis to be double sure. All the seals etc..are are A1. Appreciate the advice

[gl20]

If you suspect it is keys I'm the pocket syndrome (used to be a problem for me too) your OPC will desensitise them. Worked for me..

[Gary11]

Try resetting the windows too its easy to do!
G

[Rrroro]

This is all news to me - I never even knew I could lower the windows with the key remote! How is this done? Do I double click the button or something?

[porkyspecialist]

It would normally be the drivers door lock that is at fault, not that easy to change on a 997 mind.

[SimC]

Rrroro said:

This is all news to me - I never even knew I could lower the windows with the key remote! How is this done? Do I double click the button or something?

Push the open button and keep held and the windows should drop. Hold the closed button continually and they should rise again.

[Rrroro]

SimC said:

Push the open button and keep held and the windows should drop. Hold the closed button continually and they should rise again.

Cheers! I'll give that a go tomorrow lol

[djohnson]

gl20 said:

If you suspect it is keys I'm the pocket syndrome (used to be a problem for me too) your OPC will desensitise them. Worked for me..

Made mine a bit better but didn't solve it.

[HPandSpam]

Ah, Sorry, misread the title.
Thought it said widow.

[BalhamLotus]

Just had the neighbours round because mine had done exactly the same thing.

Been working from home today with key in my pocket, so pleased to find this thread.

Stupid design. Cayman was forever unlocking itself, but this windows trick is a new one on me. Now it advertises it's unlocked...... Magic

[mollytherocker]

Someone needs to invent a mechanical system employing some sort of cog mechanism.

It could be operated by a lever that you turn.

It would be elegant, simple and efficient.

[Callughan]

Went OPC, apparently all is as it should be.. Desensitising for my key only affective for front lid. Technician said there was a flat key version of my key that may help but in all honesty just be careful with key when walking away.

Thanks for all the suggestions and advice.

[Burnham]

Had this happen a few times with my 997. Not such an issue in the summer, but a real pain when it was raining!

[Triple7]

Happens with the small terms on my Cabrio to.

[cd1957]

You can code the comfort settings to the "OFF" position,this will turn of the window feature completely.

Chris

[Callughan]

cd1957 said:

You can code the comfort settings to the "OFF" position,this will turn of the window feature completely.

Chris

According to my local OPC no(not much faith in them during their transistional phase), this would be great as it's very annoying. If it is a design fault and the new key is the solution then surely the warranty should cover it?