Arming alarm on 1999 996

[Keith Z in DC]

I ran into an issue with my factory alarm last night. I attempted to lock the doors/arm the alarm with the button on the key and the turn signal indicators activated twice and a few seconds later the horn activated. I have had this happen in the past when a door was not shut all the way. I checked all the doors, engine compartment, hood, sunroof...everything was closed. Is this normal? If so, the horn did not activate for the first month when I armed the alarm (the turn signal indicators have always flashed twice when armed). Can anyone shed any light on this for me?

Thanks,
Keith Z

[450knotOffice]

According to the manual for my 2000, the little ashtray-like compartment in the center pedestal needs to be closed too. Did you check that? Try cycling it open and closed a couple of times.

Otherwise, I'd say you have a real problem.

[WPOZZZ]

Scott - Standby as I just bought that 996 I was thinking about. Not sure when papers will be ready, but the dealer will let me know.

Arena red 996 tip.

[Keith Z in DC]

Scott,

You hit the nail on the head. I open and closed that small compartment and the alarm set up without any additional problems.

Thank you very much!

Keith Z

[450knotOffice]

Any time I can help.