trunk is not closing

2004 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
130,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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HALEY GILLESPIE
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My trunk wont close and I do not know how to fix it.
Nov 5, 2016 at 2:19 PM
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HMAC300
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make sure latch is open and not locked then try lubing in area where arrow is, then if it closes open and close a few times to work lube in. have a mechanic check for a problem if this does not work. see picture.
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Nov 6, 2016 at 1:36 AM
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JOHNNY G.JR
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If trunk has remote release, make sure handle retracts to the closed position.
Nov 6, 2016 at 9:08 AM
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STRAILER
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Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken
Nov 9, 2016 at 1:20 AM
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