Tailgate Lock

[mikb]

Hi all,

 

I have an 02 Galaxy and recently found I can't open the tailgate by just using the handle alone, I now have to use the key every time. I read on an earlier post that disconnecting the battery should correct this, If I do this is it only the radio code that will be required after reconnecting. Everything else seems to work fine.

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks

[seatkid]

Could be broken wire in tailgate loom, isnt car under warranty?

[Ivor_E_Tower]

The "boot" release is electric - there is no mechanical link between the handle and the lock. Could be something as simple as the wire falling off the lock. If you are feeling brave, you could start by stripping the interior trim off the tailgate, but if the car is under warranty, may be better to let the dealer fix it.

[wonkydog]

Hi, I have been having a similar problem. Sometimes the handle will open the boot, sometimes I have to use the key.

This is now winding me up so I will now take a note of what I did before trying to open the boot ( front door open - engine running, engine off - key still in ignition, key in hand) and see if there is a pattern. And then take the trim off and look for a loose wire. I will let you all know what happens.

[mikb]

Thanks for your reply guys, car is 3 1/2 years old so out of warranty, have to check for loose wire.

 

I'll post any results.

 

Thanks,

 

Mike

[Steven.Langdale]

The boot wont open with the key in the ignition (aparently this is just incase you happen to stop at some lights in Merseyside :huh: ), could it be this?

 

Steven

[Guest vr6galaxy]

If the drivers door is opened with the ignition running the rear hatch should open via the handle, Ivor is correct there is a small micro switch on the locking mech that is known to fail or fall off it's mounting!

you havent managed to switch it out of synch with the central locking by using the key to open the hatch at some time and not resynched it?

[mikb]

Your help still needed please.

 

Have stripped off the rear panel and unbolted the lock from the tailgate, its hanging at moment!

There are three connectors, two are similar size but one red and one black. The other is oval connector. I can,t find any power at any of the wires in the connctors.

Should there be power somewhere if so which wire or connector.

I am using a 12v screwdriver with earth clamp and it have tested to check it works.

Have looked at fuse panel in footwell but none seem to relate to the boot lock any ideas.

Any help appreciated

[Guest MATT]

I would of thought that the RED would be + and Black would be -, i am not sure, but i don't think the central locking works through the car body, it has its own 'Cabled' power supply. a photo would be nice :lol:

 

MATT

[mikb]

Thanks for your reply Matt, I've sorted it out at last.

 

As I could not find any incoming power I checked the loom in the rear jack storage compartment and there was power. Next I removed the rubber cable cover from the car body and the tailgate, guess what? one broken wire and two more almost broken. I've just bypassed the broken wires with new and it all works :lol:

Saved me an expensive trip to the dealers.

 

Mike.