Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Circuit/System Verification
- Ignition ON.
- Verify the scan tool Interior Liftgate/Liftgate Window Unlatch Switch parameter changes between Active and Inactive when pressing and releasing the rear compartment lid unlatch switch.
- If the parameter does not change
Refer to Circuit/System Testing - Trunk Release Switch Inoperative
- If the parameter changes
- If the parameter does not change
- Verify the operation of the rear compartment lid latch when commanding the rear compartment lid latch to UNLATCH with a scan tool.
- If the rear compartment lid latch does not UNLATCH
Refer to Circuit/System Testing - Release Actuator Inoperative
- If the rear compartment lid latch does UNLATCH
- If the rear compartment lid latch does not UNLATCH
- All OK.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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