Glove box damper adapter. Porsche 986 Boxster 2003-04 / 996 2002-05 / 987 Boxster / 987C Cayman / 997  ❭  99655287900

Adapter for glovebox damper
This OE Match glove box damper adapter is a replacement mounting adapter used with the glove compartment damper mechanism on selected Porsche Boxster, Cayman, and 911 models. It helps connect or secure the glove box damper so the glove compartment lid can open smoothly and in a controlled way.
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Fits:
Porsche 986 Boxster 2003 - 2004
Porsche 996 Carrera 2002 - 2005
Porsche 987.1 Boxster 2005 - 2008
Porsche 987.2 Boxster 2009 - 2012
Porsche 987C.1 Cayman 2005 - 2008
Porsche 987C.2 Cayman 2009 - 2012
Porsche 997.1 Carrera 2005 - 2008
Porsche 997.2 Carrera 2009 - 2012
Porsche 997 Turbo 2007 - 2013
Porsche 997 GT3 2007 - 2011

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The adapter forms part of the glove box soft-opening system. It provides the correct attachment point for the damper, allowing the damper to slow the movement of the glove compartment lid and prevent it from dropping open suddenly.

Functions
•  Connects or supports the glove box damper
•  Helps maintain smooth glove compartment opening
•  Supports controlled movement of the glove box lid
•  Helps prevent the glove box door from dropping suddenly
•  Restores correct damper mounting when the original adapter is broken or missing
•  Reduces stress on glove box hinges, trim, and damper components
•  OE Match replacement for interior trim repair or restoration.

Why Replace This Part?
The glove box damper adapter can become brittle, cracked, loose, or broken with age and repeated glove box use. If the adapter fails, the damper may detach or stop working correctly, causing the glove box lid to fall open too quickly or feel unsupported. Replacing the adapter helps restore the original soft-opening action and keeps the glove compartment mechanism secure.

When to Replace This Part
•  The glove box damper has detached or will not stay mounted
•  The adapter is cracked, broken, loose, or missing
•  The glove box lid drops open too quickly
•  The glove compartment no longer opens smoothly
•  The glove box lid feels unsupported when opened
•  Dashboard or glove compartment trim has been removed
•  Interior repair or restoration work is being carried out.

Where it fits on the car
This adapter fits on the glove compartment assembly inside the cabin. It is used with the glove box damper mechanism and provides the required mounting or connection point for the damper.

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