Why Can't the Car Trunk Close?
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The reasons why the car trunk cannot close are: 1. The automatic lift switch uses an overly stiff spring rod; 2. The closing limit rubber block does not match the locking mechanism properly; 3. The trunk control circuit is faulty; 4. The trunk hydraulic support rod is faulty. The methods to open the car trunk are: 1. Open the car door, firmly pull up the button below the handle, and then push the trunk upward; 2. Press the one-touch trunk opening button in the middle of the car key and hold it for about three seconds to open the trunk. The car trunk is a space for storing spare items and carrying goods, including: 1. The car's spare tire; 2. The vehicle's first aid kit; 3. The onboard tool kit; 4. The triangle warning sign; 5. The fire extinguisher; 6. The car refrigerator; 7. The emergency fuel tank cap release cable.
Having driven for over a decade, I've encountered quite a few instances where the trunk wouldn't close properly. The most common issue is with the trunk latch—sometimes sand, gravel, or debris gets stuck in it, the spring jams, or the pin gets bent, making it impossible to latch. Older cars are especially prone to this, with hinges that may have deformed or rusted, making opening and closing difficult. Another frequent problem is failing hydraulic struts; when they lose their strength, the trunk doesn't close firmly or might even creak without descending. If you've recently removed the rear bumper and tampered with the wiring, improperly connected trunk lock circuits can also act up. Overloading the trunk with too much or irregularly shaped items can prevent it from closing, so packing should be done carefully. In winter, frozen or hardened weatherstripping can temporarily make the trunk hard to close—cleaning it or waiting for sunlight to soften it helps. If the lock is truly beyond repair, replacing the entire assembly is the way to go; forcing it could damage other components.
