what do i need for the trunk release?
what do i need for the trunk release? my car didnt come with a trunk release and its a PITA to use the key all the time.what would i need besides obviously the button to have this option? thanks
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Originally Posted by 408Maro
my car didnt come with a trunk release and its a PITA to use the key all the time.what would i need besides obviously the button to have this option? thanks
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You need the switch (of course), the proper BCM, the hatch release relay, the release mechanism for the latch, and the wiring. Your BCM already has the proper circuitry since there were only two different ones - with or without the optional alarm. As near as I can tell, you should also already have the hatch release relay because it's listed on all models regardless of option codes. The wiring may or may not be there. Have a look to see if there is an unused connector near the latch. It will be a 2-pin connector with a black and a black with white wire.
So, all you should really need is the switch and the release mechanism. Also, if you want the factory switch in the original location, you'll need to replace the knee bolster panel under the steering column to have the proper mount. However, it's just an ordinary momentary push button switch so there's no reason you couldn't use a different one. Check for the connector under there as well - again, it has a black and a black with white wire.
So, all you should really need is the switch and the release mechanism. Also, if you want the factory switch in the original location, you'll need to replace the knee bolster panel under the steering column to have the proper mount. However, it's just an ordinary momentary push button switch so there's no reason you couldn't use a different one. Check for the connector under there as well - again, it has a black and a black with white wire.
yea i noticed that i had the connecter for it when i took off my lower panel but my car didnt come with no options now power locks windows cruise control or nothing but the wiring is there so i can just get a switch and plug and play? thanks
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From: Jacksonville, FL (originally from Toronto Canada)
Originally Posted by 408Maro
yea i noticed that i had the connecter for it when i took off my lower panel but my car didnt come with no options now power locks windows cruise control or nothing but the wiring is there so i can just get a switch and plug and play? thanks
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