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Old Feb 14, 2013 | 01:19 AM
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When I bought my T/A, there were a few things wrong with it; among them was the fact it was entirely missing a trunk release button. The previous owner said he had no idea about it. Am I missing just the button or the entire wiring system, or...? I'm extremely confused as to where to start fixing the problem. Any insight? Thanks!
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Old Feb 14, 2013 | 08:54 AM
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All cars had them. Do you just have a hole in the dash where it was installed originally? If you pull back the hatch carpet, do you have an original latch with wires going to it?
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Old Feb 15, 2013 | 02:22 PM
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there should be a small two wire plug that hangs down behind the panel by your knees under the steering, below the headlamp switch
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Old Feb 17, 2013 | 10:28 AM
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I have a spare one if you need it.

Anyways, its under the steering column on the left. It is a simple two pin plug. The button is yellow, sits top left, and is mounted in a section of plastic trim that sits right where your knees are at. Two 8mm bolts hold it in.
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