What is the reason for the difficulty in closing the trunk of the Geely Emgrand?
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The reasons for the difficulty in closing the trunk of the Geely Emgrand are: 1. Use of overly stiff spring rods; 2. Inappropriate matching between the closing limit rubber block and the locking mechanism; 3. Malfunction of the trunk control circuit; 4. Failure of the trunk hydraulic support rods. The Geely Emgrand is a compact 4-door, 5-seater sedan with body dimensions of 4632mm in length, 1789mm in width, 1470mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2650mm. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine and a 5-speed manual transmission, delivering a maximum power of 80 kW and a maximum torque of 142 Nm. The drive system is front-wheel drive, with a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension.
Last time when I helped my neighbor fix the Emgrand's trunk, I noticed several common issues. Misaligned stoppers can cause the trunk to tilt and make closing difficult - check if the black rubber blocks on both sides are symmetrical. Hardened weatherstripping on older cars requires extra force to latch properly; if you feel cracks when touching the rubber seal, replacement is recommended. The most easily overlooked problem is misaligned latch position - adjusting the U-shaped metal loop with a wrench by about 2mm can solve it. If the spare tire well is overstuffed and pushes against the interior trim panel, it can also lift the tailgate. The most serious issue is twisted torsion bars - if you feel obvious uneven weight distribution when closing, the parts need replacement. Actually, Emgrand's trunk problems are quite easy to handle, any roadside shop can fix them within half an hour.
We female drivers often struggle with these minor issues. Aging and hardened rubber seals are the most common, especially in cars over four years old—closing the door requires as much effort as pressing down a cotton quilt. When the spare tire well is packed with New Year goods, the hatch may stick; removing two boxes of oranges usually fixes it. Once, my child’s backpack strap got stuck in the latch unnoticed, leaving the tailgate slightly open for the entire drive. Another time, it froze after a car wash, and I had to use a hairdryer on the lock mechanism. If an Emgrand with a power tailgate suddenly doesn’t close properly, it might be due to poor button contact—try tapping the control button. Shining a phone flashlight into the lock slot often reveals trapped pebbles or twigs.
