Where is the emergency trunk release switch for the 2013 Buick Excelle?

[LeMaria]

The trunk release switch for the Buick Excelle can be operated by pressing the trunk button on the remote key twice consecutively, or by pressing the button on the driver's side door trim panel to open the trunk. Below is relevant information about the Buick Excelle: Exterior: The new Excelle inherits Buick's "dynamic and fluid" design language, drawing inspiration from the classic elements of the Riviera concept car. It features a new wing-shaped chrome grille, wing-shaped LED automatic sensing headlights, wing-shaped LED taillights, dual-peak body character lines, large-view exterior rearview mirrors, and 16-inch dual-five-spoke luxury two-tone aluminum alloy wheels. Interior: The new Excelle's cabin continues Buick's 360-degree wraparound integrated design, complemented by high-touch interior materials and Quiet-Tuning, Buick's patented noise reduction technology.

[StAlina]

As a seasoned Buick owner, I know this well! The emergency trunk release in the 2013 Excelle is quite tricky to find – you'll need to crawl behind the rear seats. It's located where the rear seatback meets the trunk area. Reach into the central opening of the rear seatback and feel toward the seatback direction. You'll either find a small plastic cover plate or directly encounter a metal pull ring. Pry open the cover or give the ring a firm tug (you'll hear a distinct click) to open the trunk from inside. This feature saved me when my wife accidentally locked the keys in the trunk – just remember to use controlled force when pulling, not brute strength. While many newer cars have simplified this design, the Excelle's hidden switch remains surprisingly dependable despite its discreet location.

[McLydia]

Last time I took my kid out, the little rascal locked himself in the trunk while playing hide-and-seek! I was sweating bullets with anxiety. Later, a mechanic taught me this trick: The 2013 Excelle's emergency escape release is hidden in the seam of the rear seat backrest. You need to climb into the back seat, pry open the square cover behind the center armrest (some models have round ones), and feel for a hard plastic pull handle inside. Give it a firm tug diagonally downward - you'll feel the cable moving. Reminder: Check this mechanism annually for jams, especially in northern winters when it's prone to freezing. It actually makes a decent storage compartment when not in use - perfect for keeping a cleaning cloth.

[Miranda]

Last time when a sister in the car club asked me, I realized many female car owners never noticed this life-saving design! The 2013 Buick Excelle's trunk emergency release isn't a button but a pull ring, hidden extremely deep. You need to kneel on the rear seat, press your face against the backrest, and reach into the junction between the backrest and trunk partition to feel around. Don't worry about getting dirty - there's an orange pull handle concealed in the felt lining. Once when I was trapped in a power outage in the garage, I found it in complete darkness using my phone's flashlight. When pulling, yank it toward your chest - I even broke a nail doing it. I recommend female owners keep a mini flashlight in the door pocket for emergencies.

[AdrianaAnn]

Veteran car enthusiasts all appreciate the charm of mechanical switches! The 13-year-old Excelle's mechanical escape mechanism is far more reliable than electronic buttons. It's located on the backside of the center rear seat backrest - adjusting the seat forward slightly makes it easier to operate. There's a coin-sized plastic flap that can be pried open with a fingernail to reveal a silver metal rod. Just pull it down about 45 degrees until you clearly hear the lock release sound. If it's rusty, spray some WD-40 in advance - I have my mechanic lubricate this mechanism with grease during annual maintenance on my decade-old Excelle. Compared to some modern cars that use fragile plastic tabs, this metal lever design is much more thoughtfully engineered.

[ArcherLynn]

Changing a flat tire in the suburbs at midnight, only to find the keys and tools locked in the trunk after finishing—utter despair! Later, under the streetlight, I studied it for a long time: the switch for the 2013 Buick Excelle is behind the rear headrests. You need to lower the center armrest and stretch your upper body in to feel for it. Note that it's not on the roof but at the base of the seatback, where a raised hard object indicates the switch assembly. Press firmly below the casing with your fingertips to pop it open, then flip the metal tab sideways. I recommend sticking a note in the storage compartment on the left side of the steering wheel as a reminder. I’ve since made it a habit to confirm the keys are on me before putting anything away.