The trunk lock on a 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is replaced by removing the retaining clip and unscrewing the bolts holding it in place. The lock can then be pulled through the opening and a new lock put in place.
It is not possible to replace the trunk lock on a 1993 Caprice Classic while the trunk is closed. A person will have to remove the back seat, crawl into the trunk and open the lock manually before it can be replaced.
how do i replace a trunk lock with another lock that has a key
* Remove the trunk lid latch * Detach the lock release box from the latch assembly * To detach the lock cylinder from the trunk lid pry off the retainer
With a Large Hammer
If it's the lock itself and not the latch, you might as well replace the lock.
TO GET INTO THE TRUNK OF A 89 MAXIMA YOU MUST TAKE THE BACK SEAT OUT AND CLIMB IN AN MANUALLY RELEASE THE LOCK.
its related the the abs system. (anti lock brakes) its an ebcm, electronic brake control module.
Try lubricating lock mechanism Try adjusting mechansim Replace locking mechanism
drill out the centre of the lock and then use a screwdriver like a key. once open you will be able to remove the old lock and replace it with a new one that has a key.
Open the trunk lid. Directly below the lock you will see a flat piece of black metal which is actually part of an L-shaped horseshoe clip that retains the lock. Pry it with a screwdriver and it will slide out, allowing the lock to be easily removed.
Replace the battery or jump the battery.
Sure. Can you open the lid? If so, there is only a clip that holds the lock in. Remove the lock, and with a small screwdriver, or pin, work what is left of the shank out of the cylinder of the lock, replace the lock, and you are back in business.