Trunk Lid Release Handle

CAUTION: Do not check the trunk lid release handle when in the trunk. If the trunk lid release handle is defective, you may be trapped in.

Use a flat tip screwdriver. Slide in the screwdriver through the clearance at the lock assembly until a click sound is heard. This is the latch lock position.

Fig 1: Checking Lock Assembly Clearance Using Flat Tip Screwdriver
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Make sure the latch is released by pulling the yellow trunk lid release handle in the direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Pulling Trunk Lid Release Handle
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