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Old May 18, 2015 | 05:10 PM
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Can't open trunk on vert

I have an issue with my trunk. I can't open it what so ever. The key won't turn when I put it in the keyhole, and the trunk lever don't work either. Is there anyway to open it?
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Old May 18, 2015 | 05:30 PM
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Can't open trunk on vert

get some graphite lube and put it in the key hole, put the key in and out a couple times and see if it turns
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Old May 18, 2015 | 10:21 PM
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Try lifting up on the trunk lid while turning the key.
If the rubber stopper things that level the trunk lid are missing like one was for me .... It won't "pop up" on its own
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Old May 23, 2015 | 01:48 PM
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Still can't get it to open with both your methods. Is there anyway to open it from inside the car?
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Old May 23, 2015 | 06:32 PM
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Push down and pull up while trying the key (kinda jiggle the trunk lid). Does the key turn?
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Old May 24, 2015 | 12:49 AM
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I'm sure you can get to the trunk through the rear interior.
It may be a feat for an average person..so just go out and hire a midget!
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Old May 24, 2015 | 06:48 AM
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As I remember it there is some light gauge sheet metal partially blocking which the molding clips onto. Some of that molding is also clipped at the bottom (IIRC). He won't get access to the mechanism without tearing his stuff up.
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Old May 24, 2015 | 06:44 PM
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Yeah I'm looking at my vert now with everything torn out of the trunk no way your getting at it from inside.
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