What are the reasons why the Chevrolet Cruze trunk cannot be opened?
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The reasons why the Chevrolet Cruze trunk cannot be opened are: 1. The linkage rod or lock core is faulty; 2. The trunk was not unlocked with the remote key; 3. Mechanical parts are faulty. The Chevrolet Cruze has a body length, width, and height of 4666mm, 1807mm, and 1460mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2700mm, a minimum ground clearance of 130mm, and a body weight of 1310kg. The Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a 2.0T inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 184ps, a maximum power speed range of 5000 to 6500rpm, a maximum torque speed range of 1350 to 4250rpm, and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Last time I had trouble opening the Cruze's trunk, I later found out the remote key battery was almost dead, causing intermittent signal issues. The trunk lock mechanism on this car is particularly finicky - it tends to jam with prolonged use, especially on older models. If you can't even insert the mechanical key, the lock cylinder is probably rusted. Also, the trunk wiring harness at the hinge area suffers from repeated bending, leading to wire breaks - a common issue. I recommend first gently tapping the lock area with a hammer to loosen rust, or remove the interior panel for manual release if that fails. Remember to spray some anti-rust oil on the lock cylinder during your next car wash.
