Boot Stuck - Can't Fully Open, Can't Fully Close
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Boot Stuck - Can't Fully Open, Can't Fully Close
Hi,
I have a 2004 XJ8 and recently the boot has become stuck. The car was unlocked and I was leaning on the boot when I accidentally pressed the release button on the boot.
Instead of opening fully, the boot released the motorised lock but has stayed latched, so it opens about 0.5 cm.
When I push it closed, the motorised lock does not operate and when I try the boot button, key fob or in-car button the boot does not release. Also, using the key on the boot lock above the plate does not work either.
So, I'm stuck [&:] and the car thinks the boot is already open and refuses to centrally lock using the fob (I need to manually lock using the key).
Any solutions to this? I don't think it is an electrical failure apart from the car being confused as to the state of the boot.
Thanks,
Rob
I have a 2004 XJ8 and recently the boot has become stuck. The car was unlocked and I was leaning on the boot when I accidentally pressed the release button on the boot.
Instead of opening fully, the boot released the motorised lock but has stayed latched, so it opens about 0.5 cm.
When I push it closed, the motorised lock does not operate and when I try the boot button, key fob or in-car button the boot does not release. Also, using the key on the boot lock above the plate does not work either.
So, I'm stuck [&:] and the car thinks the boot is already open and refuses to centrally lock using the fob (I need to manually lock using the key).
Any solutions to this? I don't think it is an electrical failure apart from the car being confused as to the state of the boot.
Thanks,
Rob
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