Trunk stuck close or wont open. Bad trunk latch actuator replace. Easy fix.Like comment share and subscribe for more videos. Thank You.. Found this info on the Challenger Talk forum. Post #5 covers the trunk latch reset procedure. There is also discussion there about similar trunk behavior when there is a key fob inside the trunk. The trunk will not stay latched if there is a key fob locked inside, unless you have another key fob right there with you when you close the trunk.
With the trunk open trip the latch with a screwdriver or similar so the car thinks it is closed. Then try to operate the latch and see what it going on. 15 Hellcat incoming - someday - Finally picked up 10/10/15 - Wow!. 2017 Dodge Challenger - Decklid Diagnosis and Testing DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - LATCH 1. Open the decklid with the key in the.. Sometimes you have to push the emergency latch in by hand until it releases. Make sure once it releases to attach it to the velcro cover on the trunk interior cover so it doesn't hang and flap around once closed. You may need a screwdriver to prevent the mechanism from moving to properly reset the latch to its normal position.