2005 ford focus boot latch keeps releasing and clicking

2005 FORD FOCUS
71,000 MILES
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WOODRAYRAY69
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When it has been raining the boot release keeps clicking and the boot latch releases it's grip and the boot opens
Feb 19, 2012 at 8:35 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Seems there is a leak somewhere and rain water is getting to the controls to trigger the boot latch.
Feb 19, 2012 at 8:59 AM
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WOODRAYRAY69
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Thanks for your reply.
Is there a way I can check on this without spending a fortune on investigations at a garage?
Feb 21, 2012 at 2:19 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Yes, this job would most probably cost a limb if you get it done at a garage.

There are many variants of the Focus, which do you have? I need to know the vehicle model to be able to understand the most likely areas.

Feb 21, 2012 at 5:02 AM
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WOODRAYRAY69
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It is a 55 plate ghia 1.6 petrol.

Hope this helps?
Feb 21, 2012 at 5:11 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Sorry if I did not make myself clear, I mean the body type, sedan, coupe or wagon.
Feb 21, 2012 at 5:20 AM
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WOODRAYRAY69
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Sorry it is a hatchback.
Feb 21, 2012 at 10:44 AM
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LAURATUDDENHAM
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Did u find out the solution? Mine is doing the same thing
Aug 12, 2012 at 12:13 AM
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