Will Manually Closing an Electric Trunk Cause Any Damage?
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Manually closing an electric trunk will not cause any damage. Below are the detailed features of an electric trunk: 1. Manual & Automatic Opening: Drivers can open or close the trunk by pressing the trunk button, using the remote key, or waving a hand/object over the designated sensor area. This allows for easy access when hands are full. 2. Anti-Pinch Protection: Sensors detect obstacles during closing; if contact occurs, the trunk reverses direction to prevent injuries or damage. 3. Emergency Lock Function: The trunk can be stopped immediately via remote key or trunk button during operation if needed. 4. Height Memory: The opening height is adjustable. Owners can set their preferred height by manually opening the trunk to the desired position, then holding the trunk button for 5+ seconds. The trunk will automatically open to this preset height thereafter.
I used to drive a car with a power-operated trunk, and manually closing it can indeed cause some issues. The system is designed with precise motors and gears, using sensors to automatically adjust the opening and closing force. If you forcefully push it shut by hand, excessive pressure may damage the gear assembly or cause the sensors to fail. Over time, common problems include uneven trunk operation or even strange noises. When I helped a friend fix their car, the owner reported frequent malfunctions—turned out to be gear wear from too much manual operation. I recommend using the power button for control and developing good driving habits to extend the trunk's lifespan. An occasional manual close is fine, but avoid making it a long-term habit.
