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It means the trunk is open.
The trunk lid is open.
The trunk lid is open.
I pulled out all the little rubber plugs on the trunk lid. Problemed solved.
Weak trunk struts on a 2003 VW Jetta will not allow the lid to properly stay open. To replace the struts unbolt the mounts holding them to the car and replace them.
You will need a torx adapter (I don't remember the size). After that make sure that the trunk is supported by something. Because it's very heavy, and you do not want it to fall on your head. Then replace the struts one at time. Always change the struts in pairs.
The trunk lid is open or the trunk ajar switch has malfunctionedThe trunk lid is open or the trunk ajar switch has malfunctioned
Trunk props,or prop rods. They are "gas struts"Trunk props,or prop rods. They are "gas struts"
It is inside the left front fender, in front of the tire.
Once struts fail, they have to be replaced. You will need a torx socket. I do not remember the size but but guys from almost any auto store can help you to find out. Make sure that you change them both.
A pin switch in the trunk triggers the light.
Check your hood alignment sensor for the alarm and the trunk sensor