Where is the trunk switch located on a Volkswagen?
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The location of the trunk switch in a Volkswagen depends on the model. Taking the Sagitar as an example, its trunk switch is located on the interior panel of the left front door. Pressing the button will open the trunk. The Sagitar is a compact car under the Volkswagen brand, with body dimensions of 4753mm in length, 1800mm in width, and 1462mm in height, a wheelbase of 2731mm, a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters, and a trunk capacity of 553 liters. The Sagitar is equipped with a 1.2L turbocharged engine, with a maximum power speed of 5000 rpm and a maximum torque speed ranging from 1400 to 4500 rpm.
I recently helped a friend locate the trunk release button for his Volkswagen and found significant variations across different models. Traditional models have a square button right below the tailgate—just press to open. Newer cars usually feature a trunk icon button on the key fob; hold it for three seconds to pop open automatically. Inside the car, there’s often a button with a rear-car symbol on the driver’s door panel, while some hide it near the steering wheel’s left side. For models with kick sensors, sweeping your foot under the rear bumper (with the key on you) can also trigger the release. Older mechanical models like the Santana have a keyhole in the middle of the tailgate—just twist the key. If you can’t find it, check these spots, and don’t overlook the emergency pull handle inside the trunk, which can be a lifesaver during a power lockout.
Last time I drove my cousin's Magotan, I discovered the trunk button is cleverly hidden: it can be controlled via the key fob, right below the rear emblem, and the driver's door. Just press the key fob for three seconds until you hear a click. When standing at the rear, pay attention to the small bump in the middle of the license plate light—press it while resting your fingertip against the upper edge of the Volkswagen logo. In the driver's control area, look for the square button with a trunk icon; its edges glow white at night. If none of these work, check the dashboard for a trunk-open indicator light—you might have accidentally activated the child lock.
The three most common locations are: 1. A dedicated trunk button in the middle of the remote key. 2. Above the door storage compartment on the driver's side. 3. A groove above the license plate holder on the trunk. Newer models like the ID series have even eliminated physical buttons - just stand near the rear with the key for three seconds and it opens automatically. Be careful not to accidentally trigger the kick sensor when washing the car.
