Remove the back seat.
If the trunk on a Honda Civic will not close the locking mechanism may be jammed. Be sure to remove any obstructions on inside the trunk latch. If the latch is broken replace it.
there is a cable that runs from the trunk release lever to the latch inside the trunk. you should be able to disconnect it from the latch inside the trunk
There is a glow in the dark handle that hangs from the bottom of the trunk lid inside the trunk. The latch itself is electronic so the button in the car and on the key FOB can both open the trunk. They stopped putting a mechanical trunk releases inside the car 8 or 10 years ago.
To fix a broken trunk latch on a 1994 Toyota Tercel, start by accessing the latch mechanism, which may require removing the interior trim panel in the trunk. Inspect the latch for any broken components or obstructions. If the latch is damaged, you may need to replace it with a new or used part. Reassemble the trim panel and test the latch to ensure it operates smoothly.
Our mechanic had to climb through the inside of the car, into the trunk area and open it by removing the hatch cover. That's the only way he could replace the latch.
it's inside the trunk latch... just follow the wires...
This happened to me . The net in the trunk was caught in the latch. I pried the boot gently with a large screwdriver while pulling the handle to open it after pressing the inside release. Then we took out the so it won't happen again. You can't take down the rear seat back because the release is in the trunk.
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.
The latch itself is held on with bolts, easy enough to change. The release cable has to be fed down the inside of the rocker panel and into the trunk.
To fix a broken trunk latch on a 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, start by inspecting the latch mechanism for any visible damage or misalignment. If the latch is stuck, use a lubricant to loosen it, and check the connecting cable for any breaks. If the latch is broken, you may need to replace it by removing the interior trim panel to access the latch assembly. Once replaced, test the latch to ensure it operates smoothly before reassembling the trim.
To fix the inside trunk latch cable on a 2000 Toyota Echo, first, locate the latch mechanism inside the trunk and inspect the cable for any breaks or disconnections. If the cable is detached, reattach it to the latch mechanism securely. If the cable is damaged, you may need to replace it; remove the old cable by detaching it from the latch and routing a new one in the same path. Finally, test the latch to ensure it operates smoothly before reassembling any trim or panels.
Remove the bulb.