Why does the trunk not respond when pressing the key?
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Here are the specific reasons why the remote key fails to open the trunk: 1. Press and hold the trunk button on the key for three to five seconds. 2. The car battery is dead, causing the vehicle to fail to receive signals, or the car remote key may be out of power, resulting in the inability to open the trunk. 3. The car remote key may malfunction due to high-power radio signals of the same frequency in the vicinity, preventing the car from receiving commands from the remote key, thus causing the remote key to fail. Radio signals can interfere with nearby car remotes, leading to malfunction.
I've encountered this situation several times, and there could be many possible reasons. First, try replacing the battery—a dead key fob battery is the most common cause. Last time my car had this issue, changing the battery fixed it. If that doesn't work, check if the trunk lock mechanism is stuck or rusted—you can try manually unlocking it with the mechanical key. Another possibility is the car battery; when it's low on power, the remote functions may fail. Also, some parking lots have strong signal interference—moving to a different spot and pressing the key might help. If none of these solutions work, it could be a wiring issue in the trunk, like a broken wire harness or a faulty control module, in which case you'll need to visit a professional repair shop. Lastly, don’t try to force it open yourself, as this can easily damage the paint and the lock mechanism.
