To fix a trunk latch that is stuck open, the teeth on the lock may have to be adjusted so the trunk will close. It is also possible that the cable for the trunk latch is broken. To fix the gas cap door latch may require a little bending and adjusting with a pair of pliers.
your trunk latch may be stuck in the open position. The latch pushes to the left to open, try pushing it to the right and see if it pops into place.
Unscrew the latch. or put oil on the hinges for the latch to move and see if you can move it.
you just have to push up on the latch
Remove door panel and replace latch mechanism
To open a stuck door on a 2000 Kia Sephia, remove the door panel and check the latch mechanism. It is likely to be bent. Better to replace the latch mechanism.
It's mounted on the Trunk Lid Latch.....
When the fuel door is jammed on a 1999 VW Jetta the latch need to be reached from inside the trunk compartment. Removing the panel inside the trunk and reaching the latch from behind will open the fuel door.
The latch is attached to linkages... you have to grab those linkages and pull them in the direction that the latch would've pulled them (usually inward).
"My lock is stuck"?
I bought a new part for my 1995 Honda accord EX four trunk door but it still won't latch. Can you help?
hmmmm....can you open it from inside? My rear door latch gets stuck in the open position at least once a month on my '01 CRV. I've found that the hinge and spring get rusted up on the latch. I spray a rust inhibiter/lubricant (PB Blaster) on either side of the latch and then work it until it moves freely. This is a poor design for something that is exposed to the weather.
hot water