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Bonnet / Rear Lid / Spoiler Activators & Motors
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
This OE Match front bonnet release cable is a replacement front luggage compartment / bonnet release cable for Porsche 911 models from 1965 to 1983. It is designed to match the original-style fitment and function, helping restore smooth and reliable front bonnet opening.
Fits:
Porsche 911 1965 - 1983 FRONT
Porsche 911 (930) Turbo 1975-77 FRONT
This product supersedes Porsche's old part numbers:
- 90151107320
Diagram ref no 21
The front bonnet release cable connects the cabin release handle or lever to the front bonnet latch mechanism. When the release is operated, the cable pulls the latch open, allowing access to the front luggage compartment, fuel tank area, battery area, spare wheel, and service components.
Functions
• Connects the interior bonnet release control to the front latch mechanism
• Allows the front bonnet / luggage compartment lid to open correctly
• Transfers pull movement from the cabin release to the bonnet latch
• Helps restore smooth and reliable bonnet release operation
• Replaces stretched, seized, frayed, snapped, or damaged original cables
• Supports access to the front luggage compartment and service areas
• OE Match replacement for body, latch, and restoration work.
Why Replace This Part?
Front bonnet release cables can stretch, fray, seize, corrode, snap, or become stiff over time due to age, moisture, dirt, and repeated use. A worn or damaged cable may make the bonnet difficult to open, may require excessive force, or may fail completely and prevent access to the front luggage compartment. Replacing the cable helps restore dependable bonnet release operation and correct classic Porsche functionality.
When to Replace This Part
• The bonnet release cable is stretched, seized, frayed, or snapped
• The front bonnet is difficult to open
• The release handle feels loose, stiff, or has excessive travel
• The latch does not release consistently
• The cable outer casing is damaged, kinked, or corroded
• The front bonnet latch or release handle is being serviced
• The vehicle is undergoing Porsche 911 bodywork or luggage compartment restoration.
Where it fits on the car
This cable fits within the front bonnet release system, running between the interior release control and the front bonnet latch mechanism. It is used to operate the front luggage compartment lid on classic Porsche 911 models.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
90151107321
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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
Fits:
Porsche 911 1965-83
Porsche 911 (930) Turbo 1975-77
911 Coupe FRONT 2.0-2.4 08/69-07/73
911 FRONT 2.7-3.3 08/73-07/89
911 FRONT 2.0 01/63-07/69
911 REAR 2.0-3.3 01/63-07/89
964 REAR 3.6 07/89-07/90
This product supersedes Porsche's old part numbers:
- 90151107320
Diagram ref no 21
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
90151107321
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.3L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
Fits:
Porsche 911 1965-89
Porsche 911 (930) Turbo 1978-89
Porsche 964 1989-94
911 Coupe FRONT 2.0-2.4 08/69-07/73
911 FRONT 2.7-3.3 08/73-07/89
911 FRONT 2.0 01/63-07/69
911 REAR 2.0-3.3 01/63-07/89
964 REAR 3.6 07/89-07/90
This product supersedes Porsche's old part numbers:
- 90151107320
Diagram ref no 37
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
90151107321
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.3L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
This OE Match rear lid release cable is a replacement engine lid / rear decklid release cable for Porsche 911 models from 1965 to 1989 and Porsche 964 models. It is designed to match the original-style fitment and function, helping restore smooth and reliable rear lid opening.
Fits:
Porsche 911 1965 - 1989 REAR
Porsche 911 (930) Turbo 1978 - 1989 REAR
Porsche 964 1989 - 1994 REAR
This product supersedes Porsche's old part numbers:
- 90151107320
Diagram ref no 37
The rear lid release cable connects the interior release handle or lever to the rear lid latch mechanism. When operated, the cable pulls the latch release, allowing the rear engine lid to open. A correctly working release cable is essential for access to the engine bay and rear service area.
Functions
• Connects the rear lid release control to the latch mechanism
• Allows the rear engine lid / decklid to open correctly
• Transfers pull movement from the cabin release to the rear latch
• Helps restore smooth and reliable lid release operation
• Replaces stretched, seized, frayed, snapped, or damaged original cables
• Supports correct access to the engine compartment
• OE Match replacement for body, trim, and latch system repair
Why Replace This Part?
Rear lid release cables can stretch, fray, seize, corrode, snap, or become stiff over time due to age, moisture, dirt, and repeated use. A worn or damaged cable may make the rear lid difficult to open, may require excessive force, or may fail completely and prevent access to the engine bay. Replacing the cable helps restore dependable rear lid release operation and correct classic Porsche functionality.
When to Replace This Part
• The rear lid release cable is stretched, seized, frayed, or snapped
• The rear engine lid is difficult to open
• The release handle feels loose, stiff, or has excessive travel
• The latch does not release consistently
• The cable outer casing is damaged or corroded
• The rear lid latch or release handle is being serviced
• The vehicle is undergoing Porsche 911 or 964 bodywork restoration
Where it fits on the car
This cable fits within the rear lid release system, running between the release control and the rear lid latch mechanism. It is used to operate the engine lid / rear decklid latch on Porsche 911 and 964 models.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
90151107321
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
Bonnet, Rear Lid & Spoiler Activators and Motors for Smooth, Reliable Operation
Bonnet, rear lid, and spoiler activators & motors are crucial components in modern vehicle electrical systems, enabling powered opening, controlled lifting, and automated aerodynamic function. These precision-engineered motors operate through the vehicle’s relay network to ensure seamless movement of front bonnets, rear luggage lids, and adjustable spoilers—components essential to both convenience and performance.
What Bonnet, Rear Lid & Spoiler Activators Do
These motors and activators are responsible for:
- Powering the opening or lifting of bonnets and rear lids
- Enabling automated spoiler deployment at speed for improved aerodynamics
- Providing controlled movement for lifting mechanisms
- Ensuring smooth integration with onboard electronics and safety switches
- Supporting everyday convenience features such as push-button access
Whether used for access or aerodynamic stability, these components must deliver consistent, dependable motion to keep the vehicle operating at its best.
Why These Motors & Activators Commonly Fail
Because they perform repeated mechanical and electrical
operations, bonnet and spoiler activators can experience wear over time.
Common
causes of failure include:
- Internal motor burnout from age or resistance build-up
- Damaged or corroded gears
- Moisture intrusion in rear compartments
- Electrical relay faults or short circuits
- Binding or seizure of lifting mechanisms
- Spoiler deployment systems overworking due to misalignment
Symptoms of failure may include intermittent operation, grinding noises, slow movement, spoiler non-deployment, or complete motor failure.
Why You Should Replace a Faulty Activator or Motor
A failing bonnet, rear lid, or spoiler motor can compromise both safety and vehicle function. Slow or unresponsive motors can prevent you accessing the luggage area, cause spoiler warning lights, or disrupt aerodynamic performance at speed.
Replacing these parts with high-grade, direct-fit
alternative components engineered to meet original performance standards
ensures:
- Restored smooth and reliable lifting action
- Improved electrical efficiency
- Safe, consistent spoiler deployment
- Quiet, precise operation
- Long-term durability under daily use
Design911 supplies performance-tested replacements designed to deliver the same reliability as vehicle-branded parts—without the premium price tag.