Trunk will no longer latch

1998 BMW Z3
133,000 MILES • 2.8L • 2WD • MANUAL
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BARTHSZ3
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Trunk latch not working. Car is a Roadster.

Jul 3, 2019 at 9:48 AM
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STRAILER
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So it wont close? did you check to see if the latch is activated? This guide show the problem with a door by it applies to the trunk as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-door-hood-or-trunk-will-not-close

Please run down this guide and report back.
Jul 4, 2019 at 3:40 PM
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