Trunk latch will not connect

2010 MERCEDES BENZ GLK 350
69,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BENZOJACK
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I have the car listed above GLK350. I backed into an upper porch and since then the latch does not connect. The latch still makes a sound when i click to open it, it also moves to the u lock position but does not connect when I close the rear trunk. There is no button, all opening and closing of the trunk is manual!
Jul 10, 2019 at 7:26 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

Based on your description, I suspect the lock motor was damaged. The motor has plastic gears which lock the unit when closing.

I attached a picture of the motor. Make sure none of the wiring was damaged or disconnected.

Let me know.

Take care,
Joe
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Jul 10, 2019 at 10:22 PM
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