2004 Ford Taurus Trunk release

2004 FORD TAURUS
119,245 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SDELUCA27
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When I go to start the car the trunk pops open. I have a trunk release on the key FOB & and button on the car also. What is the typical malfunction ?
Feb 5, 2010 at 8:17 AM
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RACEFAN966
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I would check the smart junction box that is under the left side of the dash. This box controls the trunk release system.
Feb 5, 2010 at 10:06 AM
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