Full Version: Trunk latch issue
Just bought this 72 and I'm already showing my inexperience. I am not a mechanic. Got the car purchased and into my garage. Popped the trunk, wiped it out and then closed it, but it didn't latch. So I kind of slammed it and it latched. However, now it won't open. The button just goes in and out. Now what?
Try pressing down on the trunk while you unlatch the trunk.
If that doesn't work we'll go to step 2.
If that doesn't work we'll go to step 2.
QUOTE(mepstein @ Feb 5 2017, 08:27 PM) 
Try pressing down on the trunk while you unlatch the trunk.
If that doesn't work we'll go to step 2.
in the engine compartment, push out one of the cups for the top latch, and using a bunch of extensions, unscrew the 10mm bolts that hold the lower catch to the body.
One time I used a 3 iron to operate the latch through the cup hole
QUOTE(Perry Kiehl @ Feb 6 2017, 06:16 AM)
One time I used a 3 iron to operate the latch through the cup hole
So there is a use for a three iron?...
* I'll have to retrieve mine from the lake when it thaws...
Had same issue on a parts car. Sounds like the nub on the back side is worn short. Hold a shop towel over the lock, push it in and push down on the lid just above the lock. Now take a rubber mallet and give the pushed in lock a few firm whacks with the mallet.
Yes the lock got stuck pushed in, but once the trunk was open I was able to remove the lock and unstick it. If that doesn't work then yep, step #2 as stated above. It's a PITA, but can be done.
Yes the lock got stuck pushed in, but once the trunk was open I was able to remove the lock and unstick it. If that doesn't work then yep, step #2 as stated above. It's a PITA, but can be done.
try inserting the key into the button, turning it 45 degrees to the left and then pushing. Works on mine!
QUOTE(altitude411 @ Feb 6 2017, 09:24 AM)
QUOTE(Perry Kiehl @ Feb 6 2017, 06:16 AM)
One time I used a 3 iron to operate the latch through the cup hole
So there is a use for a three iron?...
* I'll have to retrieve mine from the lake when it thaws...
When swinging those long irons make sure to use your golf glove.
Unless your freddy couples
QUOTE(mepstein @ Feb 5 2017, 11:15 PM)
in the engine compartment, push out one of the cups for the top latch, and using a bunch of extensions, unscrew the 10mm bolts that hold the lower catch to the body.
Damn. I did it. It wasn't easy, but it worked. Thanks for the help.
Indeed the more you touch your car the more you will need the brain thrust of 914world.
the more you touch your car the more you will need the brain thrust of 914world.
QUOTE(summerfun72 @ Feb 8 2017, 05:36 PM)
QUOTE(mepstein @ Feb 5 2017, 11:15 PM)
in the engine compartment, push out one of the cups for the top latch, and using a bunch of extensions, unscrew the 10mm bolts that hold the lower catch to the body.
Damn. I did it. It wasn't easy, but it worked. Thanks for the help.
Nice. Post some pics!
QUOTE(SO.O.C914er @ Feb 8 2017, 09:47 PM)
Indeed
the more you touch your car the more you will need the brain thrust of 914world.Turns out is was the cam piece on the back of the push button that had broken off. I ordered a new one from that place in Atlanta. Should take care of that issue. Now on to next issue. The trunk has two pivot type spring bars that tension the lid as it goes up. One side is fine and the other side has come free. The trunk opens kind of lopsided. I tried to push the other side back and latch it, but the tension is to much for me. I'm going to need a cheater part rigged up somehow on this one. Any thoughts?This is a "lo-fi" version of our main content. To view the full version with more information, formatting and images, please click here.