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Pinpoint Test K - Trunk Does Not Unlock

  1. Turn ignition on. Press trunk release switch in glove box. If trunk unlocks, go to next step. If trunk does not unlock, go to step 3). If trunk does not lock, go to step 5).
  2. Unplug RKEM connector C1. Test for continuity between connector C1 pins No. 9 and 22 (both Purple/Yellow wires) and trunk release solenoid. If continuity exists, temporarily substitute known good RKEM, then retest system. If continuity does not exist, repair Purple/Yellow wire.
  3. Test trunk release solenoid. If solenoid is okay, go to next step. If solenoid is defective, replace solenoid.
  4. Inspect fuse No. 6. Replace fuse if necessary. If fuse is okay, repair open or short in Purple/Yellow wire.
  5. If trunk locks, temporarily substitute known good RKEM, then retest system. If trunk does not lock, go to next step.
  6. Unplug trunk release switch in glove box. Unplug RKEM connector. If trunk locks, replace trunk release switch. If trunk does not lock, repair short to voltage on Purple/Yellow wire.