Door Handle Return Spring. Porsche 987.1 / 987.2 Boxster / Cayman / 997.1 / 997.2 2005-13

Door Handle Return Spring.
The Porsche Door Handle Return Springs are genuine OEM components designed to restore smooth, reliable operation of your exterior door handles. These springs provide the necessary tension for the handle to return to its flush position after being pulled, ensuring proper door function and a clean factory appearance.

Fits:

• Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005 -08/08
• Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
• Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-2012
• Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-2012
• Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
• Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
• Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
• Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
• Porsche 997 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
• Porsche 997 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
• Porsche 997 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
• Porsche 997 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
• Porsche 997 TURBO 2007-09
• Porsche 997 GT3 2007-09
• Porsche 997 GT2 2007-09
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII GT3 2010-11
• Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
• Porsche 997 MKII GT2 RS 2011-13

What This Product Does:

Provides the necessary tension so that when you pull the door handle, it springs back (returns) to its original (closed) position smoothly. Without this spring, the handle may stay partly pulled, feel loose, or not return reliably.
Keeps the handle flush with the door panel when not in use, which helps maintain appearance, prevents water ingress, reduces noise, and keeps the locking mechanisms operating properly.

Symptoms Of A Worn Or Broken Return Spring:

• Handle does not fully return to closed position 
• Loose or floppy door handle feel  
• Increased risk of water / dirt ingress behind handle area  
• Rattling or noise from handle area over bumps  
• Difficulty locking or closing the door from outside
  
  

Why Replacement Matters: 

• Restores proper function of the door handle: ensures smooth operation and that the handle returns to flush, sealed position.
• Prevents cosmetic and water-damage issues: handle sticking out or being loose can let in water, trap dirt, damage finish.
• Improves safety and reliability: ensuring doors close properly, especially in wet or cold conditions.

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