Bonnet and rear lid opener switch panel, Matt Black. Porsche 987 Boxster / 987C Cayman / 997 › 99761310502A05

The OE Match bonnet and rear lid opener switch panel provides the interior controls for electrically releasing the front bonnet and rear lid, its matt black finish matches the specified switch-panel finish.

Fits

• Porsche 987 Boxster MKI / MKII 2005-12
• Porsche 987C Cayman MKI / MKII 2005>>
• Porsche 997 Carrera MKI / MKII 2005>> COUPE/ CABRIO
• Porsche 997 Turbo MKI / MKII 2007>>
• Porsche 997 GT3 2007-11
  
  Check fitment for your specific vehicle (model, year, engine) before ordering.
  
  This product supersedes Porsche's old part number: 99761310501A05
  
  Diagram ref no 18
  
  What Is This Part?
  
  This is the cabin-mounted electrical switch panel used to request release of the front bonnet and rear lid. It brings the two release controls together, allowing the driver to select the required lid from inside the car. Operating a control sends a release request through the vehicle's electrical system to the corresponding release mechanism. On the 997, the rear control releases the engine compartment lid; the Boxster and Cayman applications use the rear control for rear luggage access.

What Does This Part Do?

• Requests front bonnet release: Provides the interior control for accessing the front luggage compartment.
• Requests rear lid release: Operates the rear release function appropriate to the vehicle.
• Keeps the controls together: Combines front and rear release selection in one interior panel.
• Provides a usable control surface: Gives the driver a physical switch to operate each electrical release.
  
  Why Replace This Part?

Replacement may be appropriate when inspection identifies worn switch contacts, a sticking or broken control, or damage to the panel housing. These faults can make a lid release intermittent or prevent the switch from registering an input. A damaged mounting area can also leave the panel loose in its trim.

A lid that will not open does not automatically indicate a failed switch. Battery condition, electrical supply, connectors, wiring and the release mechanism should be checked before replacing the panel. If the latch operates from another control but not from this panel, the switch and its connections warrant closer inspection.

When to Replace This Part?

• No response from a control: Testing confirms that the affected switch does not send a release request.
• Intermittent operation: A control works inconsistently after connector and wiring faults have been excluded.
• Abnormal operation: A control sticks, fails to return or only responds when operated at an angle.
• Physical damage: A broken control or cracked housing prevents normal use.
• Poor seating: Damaged retaining features prevent the panel from sitting securely; inspect the surrounding trim as well.
• Visible connection damage: Corrosion or damaged terminals require assessment of both the panel and vehicle connector.
  
  Where Is This Part Fitted?

Location: Inside the cabin beside the driver's seat, in the lid-release control area. The panel connects to the vehicle wiring and operates the remote front and rear release mechanisms.

Technical Details

• Finish: Matt black.
• Control functions: Front bonnet and rear lid electrical release.
  
  FAQs

• Is a non-opening lid always caused by this switch? No. Check the battery, electrical supply, connectors, wiring and release mechanism before concluding that the switch has failed.
• What should be checked before fitting? Compare the original reference, connector and mounting arrangement, and confirm the model-year and body-style application.
  
  Product Summary
  
  
• Product: Bonnet and rear lid opener switch panel.
• Brand: OE Match.
• Part reference: 99761310502A05.
• Superseded Porsche reference: 99761310501A05.
• Additional catalogue reference: 997613105032A05.
• Purpose: Provides interior electrical release controls for the front bonnet and rear lid.