EEng

My 2015 ES trunk lid won't unlatch. Either the in cabin push button or the fob hold trunk.

I have studied several schematics and they all reference the motorized trunk lid. All mine has in the latch and the lid springs open. Much like the Avalons do.

Does anyone have an idea where to look for a solution?

chuyrobles

Check the fuse.

can you get into the trunk to pull the emergency release cord?

EEng

My arm is too short to reach the handle.

Without pulling all the fuses. From inspection I can't observe any fuse that is blown.

Is it safe to assume the fuse for the trunk motor is the same for the my trunk latch without the motor?

chuyrobles

Maybe use a stick to push on the handle, which likely is pulled to the rear.

Don't know about the fuses. There should only be one for the trunk release motor.

Aegean

Can you use Key fob manual key and turn the trunk lock? The lock might need some lubricant to turn after so many years of not using the key.

tyleres

Are you familiar with the valet trunk lock-out button in the glovebox? There is a button in the glovebox near the center console that will disable the trunk.

Idea is for valet, you give them the fob but keep the mechanical key cut with you. You lock-out the trunk and then lock the glovebox and valet can only access main interior space.

chuyrobles

Pretty sure this model ES does not have a trunk keyhole. I recently replaced trunk actuator on a 2008 and it did not have a keyhole.

Aegean

No it has a lock. It is well hidden only for emergencies.

chuyrobles

I wonder if I missed it on the 2008 - haha. On that one, the trunk would not latch. Replaced the actuator with a $20 aftermarket unit.