996 electrical gremling

[J_M]

My 996 developed a problem. Nothing happens when turning ignition key, no lights on dash. Replaced ignition lock electrical part. Battery OK. Radio, interior lights, hazards works, immobilizer blinks.

Master fuses / relays to check. Fuses on foot well compartment are OK. All ideas welcome ...

[amazongreenie]

Dead switch at clutch pedal ?

[J_M]

Doesn't it just block starting without pressing clutch pedal? There's no dash lights or anything ...

[TPStatic]

I was replacing the amp today on my 99 Carrera and as I removed the battery I found a lot white discharge and rust in the battery tray. I followed the positive terminal to the wall and found a lot of trash as well as the positive terminal the same whitish discharge on the end of the terminal .Once I cleaned it the lights in the dashboard came on brighter. I would check the terminal. Hope this helps.

Tpstatic

[J_M]

Mine is completely clean but will check the terminals tomorrow. Thanks for the tip ...

[Uwon]

Common issue. Try pulling the key out completely, then shake wheel left-right several times then reinsert and try again. I find that parking with side pressure on the steering wheel lock or tires will exacerbate the problem, so I just do the “shake” routine.
Johan

[J_M]

Tried, no effect. Mine has newer version steering lock assembly ...