Trunk Does Not Unlock
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Mystique and 1997 Ford Contour. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Check Remote Control Cable
Pull trunk release cable. If trunk opens, go to next step. If trunk does not open, go to step 4). - Check Circuit Continuity
Turn ignition off. Disconnect RKEM Gray connector. Disconnect trunk motor wiring harness connector. Check for continuity between RKEM Gray connector terminal No. 4 (Orange/Green wire) and trunk motor connector Orange/Green wire terminal. See Figure. If continuity is present, go to next step. If continuity is not present, repair open in Orange/Green wire circuit. - Check Circuit Continuity
Leave ignition off. Reconnect RKEM connectors. Measure voltage between RKEM Gray connector terminal No. 4 (Orange/Green wire) and ground. Press TRUNK button on remote transmitter for about 3 seconds. Button may need to be pressed more than once. If voltage rises above 9 volts, replace trunk lock motor. If voltage does not rise above 9 volts, replace RKEM. - Check Trunk Latch
Inspect trunk latch for excessive wear or damage. Repair or replace if necessary. If latch is okay, service or replace trunk release cable.