1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse Trunk light

1997 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
38,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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ROSS632
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My trunk light went out - checked the fuse and replaced bulb - still not working - wiring seems fine - any other ideas?
Jul 16, 2008 at 8:02 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Check the boot switch, it may be faulty or out of adjustment.

Mark (mhpautos)
Jul 17, 2008 at 1:51 AM
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PJEBELHAR
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where is the boot switch for the trunk light?
Oct 29, 2008 at 10:34 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

i am not that sure on your model, but it will normally be near the lock, if not just look around the hinges and the boot seal for a small push switch, it should not be hard to locate.

Mark (mhpautos)
Oct 29, 2008 at 4:02 PM
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