2002 c-5 trunk lid
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2002 c-5 trunk lid
when trunk button is activated the trunk releases but lid will not pop up very far. usually I opeon and shut door using air pressure to opeon lid or get my girlfriend to break her fingernails getting underneath the lid to pull it opeon. Is there an adjustment I can make or do I need Knew struts and if so wheres the best place and cheepest place to go?
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No, you don't need to buy a bunch of new parts. Easiest thing to do is lubricate the latch assembly and pivot points with WD-40. You can also adjust the two rubber cushions on the rear corners of your trunk lid. Screw them out 1/4 turn at a time, close lid and inspect for level fit with the fenders.
You can also buy or make a spring assembly (trunk-popper) to further assist the release.
You can also buy or make a spring assembly (trunk-popper) to further assist the release.
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From: gozée belgium
No, you don't need to buy a bunch of new parts. Easiest thing to do is lubricate the latch assembly and pivot points with WD-40. You can also adjust the two rubber cushions on the rear corners of your trunk lid. Screw them out 1/4 turn at a time, close lid and inspect for level fit with the fenders.
You can also buy or make a spring assembly (trunk-popper) to further assist the release.
You can also buy or make a spring assembly (trunk-popper) to further assist the release.
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very easy to fix yourself, but a more permanent alternative is the trunk popper kit, as suggested above.
I put this on mine, and will never have to worry about this issue ever again. Cost all of $15 and even comes with the right Torx screwdriver to do the job. This screwdriver happens to work in many places on the C5, as I've found out...
www.c5trunkpopper.com
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Burning Brakes
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WD-40 is a penetrating oil that CLEANS and PREVENTS RUST but is not a good lubricant...
White lithium grease would be the proper lubricant that is water proof! give it a shot and you'll see...
White lithium grease would be the proper lubricant that is water proof! give it a shot and you'll see...
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From: If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door. South West Florida / Livin' The Dream
St. Jude Donor '12
when trunk button is activated the trunk releases but lid will not pop up very far. usually I opeon and shut door using air pressure to opeon lid or get my girlfriend to break her fingernails getting underneath the lid to pull it opeon. Is there an adjustment I can make or do I need Knew struts and if so wheres the best place and cheepest place to go?
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...540&highlight=
The pack came with 2 big springs in it so I made an extra.
Last edited by Optimus_C5; Nov 6, 2008 at 10:36 PM.
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