Just tried replacing clutch, got this warning light?

CHROMECARZ00

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1998 PORSCHE BOXSTER
2.5L
6 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
116,000 MILES

The car is on jackstands after trying to put a new clutch in. This light flashed when I tried to run it in 1st accompanied by a clunking noise. I can't find a reference to what these may be in any online documentation.

Monday, December 5th, 2022 AT 8:16 PM

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CHROMECARZ00

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Monday, December 5th, 2022 AT 8:17 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

If you are referring to the lamp under the odometer, that is the traction control lamp. By any chance, have you checked the traction control switch to make sure it wasn't turned off? The light is for information and isn't a warning.

Let me know. If the switch makes no difference, you may want to consider having the can-bus scanned for codes.

Here is a link that explains how it's done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/can-scan-controller-area-network-easy

I attached a pic below showing the switch location.

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

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Tuesday, December 6th, 2022 AT 4:01 PM

CHROMECARZ00

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So, the out went away after putting it down on the ground. Thank you!

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Tuesday, December 6th, 2022 AT 5:47 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

LOL I wish I could get that lucky. Regardless, I'm glad to know the light is out. If it does turn on again, check to make sure none of the wheel speed sensors are loose or disconnected from being lifted.

Take care and feel free to come back anytime in the future.

Joe

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Tuesday, December 6th, 2022 AT 6:05 PM