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Old Jan 31, 2009 | 07:29 PM
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Default trunk doesn't open

Still new to the car its a 97...anyhow the trunk doesn't want to open up. is there another way to get around it? thanks
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Old Jan 31, 2009 | 07:44 PM
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It doesn't want to open how? Just in general?

I know my key doesn't like to fit into the trunk keyhole sometimes. It usually helps if I wiggle it a lot and pull it out just a tiny bit.

Other than that, are you using the master key? Is the lock on the dash pushed in?
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Old Feb 1, 2009 | 12:26 AM
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More info please!
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Did you kick the key lock button? Try sticking your key in there and turning it and try it out.
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Do you mean the remote button near the driver left knee does not open the trunk ? There's a key lock next to the remote button near the steering colume. Unlock it with key, then try it.
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Old Feb 1, 2009 | 11:16 AM
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ohh geebus! tried that with a regular key and didnt work. lucky there was a spare in the booklet. anyhow, that key worked. thanks
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Originally Posted by SC34M3
ohh geebus! tried that with a regular key and didnt work. lucky there was a spare in the booklet. anyhow, that key worked. thanks
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Old Feb 1, 2009 | 11:33 AM
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yeah try to unlock the valet lock... aka the key hole by the trunk popper!
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