How to Open a Stuck Trunk?

[DakotaLynn]

For older car models, most trunks have a keyhole that allows you to open the trunk using a mechanical key. You can try using the mechanical key to open it. Some cars have a direct access to the trunk when the rear seats are folded down. There is usually an emergency trunk release switch located in the middle of the trunk.

[MayaMarie]

Last time my car's trunk was stuck, I first tried the remote key and the button inside the car, but neither worked. I lifted the rear seat cushion and found the emergency mechanical release cable, gave it a firm pull, and it opened. If it weren't for this design, I would have tried gently prying the lock with a screwdriver wrapped in cloth. Actually, a frozen trunk, sand in the lock cylinder, or aging cables can all cause it to jam. It's good to spray some WD-40 on the latch regularly as a preventive measure. If you really can't fix it yourself, don't resort to brute force—just call roadside assistance. They can open it without damage in three minutes using professional tools.