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Oct 22, 2015 | 07:10 AM

Dark-Knight

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trunk, push button opener

I have an '08 vert, great ride!

the push button is located just above the rear lisence plate, and it just quit working. the button on the key fob still works.

Any suggestions for repair?

Thx in advance guys!!!

Oct 22, 2015 | 07:43 AM

RocketDawg

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St. Jude Donor '09

Seems like I've read a thread on here that the button's wiring may get corroded and need cleaning.

I never use that button ... had forgotten that it was even there. I always use either the one on the dash or the fob. Not even sure if mine works.

Oct 22, 2015 | 07:48 AM

Kenny94945

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Common issue.
Do a search for instructions (remove rubber cap/ clean contacts).
Many successfully just clean it.
Replacement is cheap and easy.

Oct 22, 2015 | 08:51 AM

4SUMERZ

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Here is a PDF that might help you out. Forum Member RedLion did this repair many years ago.

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Oct 22, 2015 | 01:11 PM

Bat66

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Easy and simple fix just follow RedLion pdf, you'll be surprised at how much dirt is under that rubber.

Oct 22, 2015 | 08:25 PM

RICH 28

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Bat66

Easy and simple fix just follow RedLion pdf, you'll be surprised at how much dirt is under that rubber.

It worked for me.

Oct 22, 2015 | 09:44 PM

jdlew

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if cleaning don't fix it for you (it didn't work for me)... here you go

http://www.ebay.com/itm/05-13-C6-Cor...-/190696430223

one of the few things that isn't to bad on price

Oct 22, 2015 | 11:59 PM

owc6

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While you're at it check to see that your key still works. The keyhole is notorious for filling up with dirt and road grime, and then not working when really needed.

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Oct 23, 2015 | 06:25 AM

Dano523

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The button is easy to pull, but if you plan on cleaning the button, it needs to be pulled down to this level so clean the electrical contacts as well. Also, do not lube the button in any way, since the lube will just attract dust back into it even faster.