Boxster Parking Brake Sensor Switch Replacement

I've just posted a new article in the Boxster Projects section, describing how to replace a faulty parking brake sensor switch. When this switch goes bad, the car doesn't know that you've engaged the parking brake. The PARK light on the dash won't light up, and more importantly, the car won't let you operate the convertible top.

It's a $5 part. Replacement involves a number of screws and removing the center console to access the switch. Having done it once, I could probably do it again in 30 minutes, but it will take longer the first time.