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.
Trunk Lid Opener Operation
Power is supplied at all times
- to trunk lid opener actuator terminal 1
- through 10A fuse [No. 15, located in the fuse block (J/B) No. 1].
When a TRUNK OPEN signal is sent from electronic key without the electronic key inserted in the ignition key cylinder, if the trunk lid opener cancel switch is ON position, power is supplied
- through trunk lid opener relay
- through 10A fuse [No. 3, located in the fuse block (J/B) No. 1]
- through trunk lid cancel switch terminals 1 and 2
- to BCM terminal 109.
Then ground is supplied
- to trunk lid opener actuator terminal 2
- through trunk lid opener relay
- through body ground E42 and E62.
Then power and ground are supplied, trunk lid opener actuator opens trunk lid.
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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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