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Trunk Does Not Unlock

  1. Turn ignition on. Press trunk release switch on console. If trunk unlocks, go to next step. If trunk does not unlock, go to step 3).
  2. Disconnect RKEM connector C2. Measure resistance between RKEM connector C2, terminals No. 9 and 22 (both Purple/Yellow wires) and trunk release solenoid Purple/Yellow wire. See Figure . If resistance is 5 ohms or less, temporarily substitute known good RKEM, then retest system. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in Purple/Yellow wire and retest system. See WIRING DIAGRAM  .
  3. Inspect ACC (10-amp) fuse located in underdash fuse panel. If fuse is blown, replace fuse and go to next step. If fuse is okay, repair open or short in Purple/Yellow wire. See WIRING DIAGRAM  .
  4. Disconnect RKEM connector C3. Press trunk release switch on console. If trunk unlocks, temporarily substitute known good RKEM, then retest system. If trunk does not unlock, go to next step.
  5. Disconnect trunk release switch on console connector. Using jumper wire, connect trunk release switch Black/White wire to Purple/Yellow wire. If trunk unlocks, replace trunk release switch. If trunk does not unlock, repair short to ground in Purple/Yellow wire. See WIRING DIAGRAM  .
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