What to do if your trunk latch has failed?

Adjusting your own trunk latch can be an easy way to restore proper functioning of your trunk lid. However, in cases where the lock assembly has failed or has become stuck closed, your best bet will be to have a certified mechanic – such as one from YourMechanic – replace the latch for you.

Where is the latch on the trunk located?

This system operates using a cylinder and striker, and the key that is used generally matches the door locks. The latch that holds the trunk locked is located in the striker. While this may not seem like a serious issue, if the trunk latch opens suddenly in traffic, debris could be blown out of your trunk and into the path of other vehicles.

Do you have to adjust the trunk latch at the same time?

Striker assemblies may show wear as well, but they generally do not need adjusted. Note If the striker and the latch assembly need adjusting, do not adjust both at the same time. Make small adjustments to only one component at a time. Step 2: Performing the trunk latch adjustment. Loosen the bolts on the trunk latch assembly.

What to do if your trunk lid doesn’t work?

Once the latch is adjusted properly and fully tested, reinstall the latch cover and the striker cover if removed. Adjusting your own trunk latch can be an easy way to restore proper functioning of your trunk lid.

Why do I have wear marks on my trunk latch?

The trunk latch assembly may have marks around the bolt holes. This is an indicator that the repeated closing of the trunk has shifted the latch assembly. The wear marks will show which direction the trunk latch needs to be moved. The latch should be moved to the original wear mark locations.

How do I adjust the latch on my car trunk?

Step 1: Determine in which direction to adjust the trunk latch. The trunk latch assembly may have marks around the bolt holes. This is an indicator that the repeated closing of the trunk has shifted the latch assembly. The wear marks will show which direction the trunk latch needs to be moved.

How to diagnose / fix trunk light circuit?

If the Trunk Ajar indication works but no light, the bulb is probably the fault. To confirm this you need to remove your deck lid liner (if you have one) then disconnect the 3 wire connector and use a wire to jump the middle pin to the ground lug (first pic) at one of the 10mm bolts holding the latch to the deck lid.

What to do if your trunk latch has failed?