open rear hatch - no power.

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Jul 25, 2017 | 05:11 PM

Powerstroked89

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open rear hatch - no power.

Do C4's have a hatch release cable? I need to open the hatch, engine is out of the car. Dont want to cycle the key to accessories.

Jul 25, 2017 | 06:59 PM

MikeP84

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My 84 does, it has a small cable under the plastic in the back

Jul 25, 2017 | 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Powerstroked89

Do C4's have a hatch release cable? I need to open the hatch, engine is out of the car. Dont want to cycle the key to accessories.

No need to "cycle the key", simply connect the battery and you should have power to the hatch release buttons. Just ensure the battery cable at the starter is well insulated.

Jul 25, 2017 | 09:00 PM

MikeP84

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You could also just do that /\ just make sure you pull your fuel pump fuse or you'll have gas every where!

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Jul 25, 2017 | 09:23 PM

Benny42

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There is a small steel cable under the carpet just below the hatch mechanism. Grab it with pliers and pull. I've pulled an engine in one of these, no way would i tape off everything and connect a battery.

Jul 25, 2017 | 09:31 PM

MikeP84

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Probably could connect all the grounds to the battery and ground to frame but I would just play it safe and pull the cable

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Jul 26, 2017 | 02:27 AM

Cliff Harris

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This should be enough to get your hatch open:

Jul 26, 2017 | 06:42 AM

Joe C

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I personally would not cycle the key. the ECM is grounded to the engine block (via the LH cylinder head). applying power to the ECM without a ground will damage some functions within the ECM itself. electrons are funny - they WILL seek out another path. don't let the metal case of the ECM fool you - that case is not a chassis ground, as I found out. spoken with real "dumb-***," hands-on experience!