Trunklid on convertible sticking
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Trunklid on convertible sticking
when using remote key fob to release the trunklid on 04 convertible, it only releases a little which requires getting finger nail undewr edge to release. it feels like gasket may be sticking. anybody have similar [problem and what is fix? thanks
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StickyTrunklid
On my 99 Vette I have the same problem, I hate to put my key in that small space to raise the lid, so what I have been doing is, press the trunk release and then slam the door and it will raise the lid high enough to get a full finger under to raise. I have thought that the trunk lid piston cylinders might be weak and will replace them to see if it corrects. Let me know what you have found out. Doc
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Common problem especially in colder weather:
1998-2003 Convertible: Trunk Door on Convertible Won't Open All The Way
Some coups have experienced a similar problem:
1997: Service Bulletin: Hatch Will Not Pop Up When Activated in Cold Weather
If the Forum search feature will cooperate, you should find a number of other threads on this topic. Others here have reported that lubricating the latch spring and latch assembly and/or the stuts with WD-40 or a light lubricant has helped.
As someone mentioned above, shutting the door firmly with the windows up will ususally pop the trunk lid enough that you can get a finger under it. Use this method rather than prying with any object so as not to risk scratching the trunk lid.
Good luck with the fix.
1998-2003 Convertible: Trunk Door on Convertible Won't Open All The Way
Some coups have experienced a similar problem:
1997: Service Bulletin: Hatch Will Not Pop Up When Activated in Cold Weather
If the Forum search feature will cooperate, you should find a number of other threads on this topic. Others here have reported that lubricating the latch spring and latch assembly and/or the stuts with WD-40 or a light lubricant has helped.
As someone mentioned above, shutting the door firmly with the windows up will ususally pop the trunk lid enough that you can get a finger under it. Use this method rather than prying with any object so as not to risk scratching the trunk lid.
Good luck with the fix.
